20 natural ways to boost your memory

Memory loss - the facts

Do you ever walk purposefully into a room only to wonder what it is you came in for? Are you always losing your car keys or grappling for the right word? The chances are that you will put such memory lapses down to the passing of the years. But forget the stereotype - memory loss doesn't have to be an inevitable part of getting older.

Scientists used to think brain cells could not be regenerated, but new research suggests it may be possible to stop them dying - as well as build up new connections between them. In fact, evidence is stacking up to show it's possible to boost your memory powers through a variety of lifestyle measures. One US study found that volunteers who did just ten hours of sessions to improve their memory, problem-solving abilities and reaction times had mental skills equivalent to people between seven and 14 years younger than those who did not have the training.

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