Why are you loosing your memory?
Memory loss is a common problem. In earlier years it was a problem associated with elderly people in their 70’s and 80’s. In recent times I have had many patients in their 40’s complaining of memory loss and absentmindedness.
As a person goes through life and collects experiences, he or she stores away hundreds of thousands of memories in the brain. Most of this process is involuntary. Non-essential experiences may not be stored while those essential for the human being’s growth, sustenance and survival will be stored and retrieved when essential. For example; while you may remember what you were wearing yesterday, it is unlikely that you will remember what you were wearing on the 25th of June last year unless it was a very special day. However you are likely to remember how to walk, talk or behave in a social context. As you grow older you tend to be more selective about which information needs to be stored or discarded.
When a person is unable to remember key information required for carrying out life on a day to day basis, there is a problem.
As a person goes through life and collects experiences, he or she stores away hundreds of thousands of memories in the brain. Most of this process is involuntary. Non-essential experiences may not be stored while those essential for the human being’s growth, sustenance and survival will be stored and retrieved when essential. For example; while you may remember what you were wearing yesterday, it is unlikely that you will remember what you were wearing on the 25th of June last year unless it was a very special day. However you are likely to remember how to walk, talk or behave in a social context. As you grow older you tend to be more selective about which information needs to be stored or discarded.
When a person is unable to remember key information required for carrying out life on a day to day basis, there is a problem.
Poor Posture |
An important cause of loss of memory at all ages is poor posture.
Stooping and slouching compress the chest affecting breathing, causing a lack of oxygenation and circulation in the brain and other parts of your body. Using a smart phone or a laptop causes you to stoop constantly leading to a semi permanent slouch. Constant bending of the neck to play games, use Facebook or WhatsApp on your phone affects the blood circulation to your head and brain. So does sitting for long hours in front of a computer or television in a posture that is not conducive to breathing deeply and properly. Straightening up often dramatically improves your vision, memory and clarity of your brain. Tall people stoop to fit in with the height of the people around them and often have very poor posture. Conversely Short people stand straighter to appear taller and usually have a better posture than tall people or people of average height. In the elderly, the natural process of ageing leads to stooping and the poor posture that affects their breathing, oxygenation and circulation in the brain. Spasms in the psoas muscle cause the person to bend forward and stoop. Spasms in the psoas muscle can be caused by food allergies commonly to milk and gluten and due to accumulation of toxins in the muscle. Back pain, neck pain and misalignment of the spine can also lead to poor posture as you try and find a position which is comfortable and causes less pain. |
Metal Poisoning |
Accumulation of lead, mercury and other heavy metals in the brain affect brain cells and can also cause damage to blood vessels leading to strokes. Lead accumulation may happen through exposure to polluted air or through old water pipes. Mercury accumulation is due to consumption of fish from polluted sources and from teeth fillings. Other diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, smoking and stress may also lead to clotting and strokes.People who suffer strokes in the brain and have clots will also suffer from memory loss. Senile Dementia is an affliction where several small strokes happen in different parts of the brain. Strokes are caused by damaged blood vessels in the brain. Severe imbalance in nutrition leading to shortage of vitamins C and D can cause strokes. This is common in people living on a highly processed diet.
Another important cause for loss of memory is the concentration of Aluminium in the brain. Cooking in Aluminium vessels and foils, and consuming foods, especially acidic ones stored in Aluminium containers (tetra-pacs, disposable containers, etc.), all lead to accumulation of Aluminium in the body. This could lead to loss of memory and even cause Alzheimer’s. Head injuries can also cause memory loss specially in the elderly and should be treated by a cranial osteopath at the earliest opportunity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esPRsT-lmw8 |
A useful treatment for memory loss, is the improvement of body posture.
As oxygenation and circulation in the brain improves, so will the memory.
Eat a balanced diet including plenty of fresh food.
Keep your weight, blood sugar and blood pressure under control with proper balanced diet, exercise and get enough sleep.
Practice using your memory so it stays active and alert.
Breathe deeply.
Gyan yoga is a useful method to improve circulation and oxygenation to your brain.
As oxygenation and circulation in the brain improves, so will the memory.
Eat a balanced diet including plenty of fresh food.
Keep your weight, blood sugar and blood pressure under control with proper balanced diet, exercise and get enough sleep.
Practice using your memory so it stays active and alert.
Breathe deeply.
Gyan yoga is a useful method to improve circulation and oxygenation to your brain.