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If you are uttering most of these words lately, chances are you might have low storage capacity of your, no not flash disks or hard drives, but your brain! If you do, then it’s about time to sharpen up or forever suffer the effects of poor memory.

In our constant day to day life, we are required to have a keen eye and keen mind on things that we do. We use our brain in everything and for this we need our brain to function properly and keep functioning in its optimum level so as not to falter and create potentially damaging and dangerous situations.

Most of the time however, we tend to neglect taking care of our brains. We are satisfied about the fact that our brain will work no matter what we do, and that everything is automatic for the brain to function. Come to think of it, can you do something to help your brain achieve peak performance all the time?

The answer is an astounding YES. There are a lot of things that we can do to help our brain function well and maintain its full capacity. If you love what your brain is showing you know, you must make sure to keep it that way. If you sense something wrong with your memory lately, then read on as this article will offer you unconventional tips to get things back on track.

Treat your sense of smell with the scent of freshly cut grass

Yes, the next time you are asked to mow the loan, instead of sulking and getting angry, you should be thankful. Neuroscientists at theUniversityofQueenslandinBrisbanehave recently discovered that fresh-cut grass scent triggers a part of the brain which is responsible for memory. This affects how the mind handles stress and eliminates it. It is a common fact that chronically stressed people are often hounded by forgetfulness. Besides, ever wonder why stores are selling freshly-cut grass scent on their aromatherapy line? It is there for this reason.

Power Naps

A recent study done by students inUniversityofCaliforniasuggests that taking at least one-hour nap is enough to bolster the brain power by as much as 40%. The evidence shows that those who took an afternoon nap, significantly improved their ability to understand and learn new things taught thereafter than those who did not sleep. Think of it as like rebooting your computer. See that after rebooting it, it seems to go run faster and glitch-free.

Listening while Sleeping

Did you know that your brain continues to learn even after you have fallen asleep? This fact was very evident on a study that was published in the journal science where subjects are allowed to listen to bullet points and facts just before they fall asleep and continuously so while sleeping. These people were able to memorize the information better than those who did not. Got a presentation in the morning? Perhaps changing your favorite music with recorded facts just before bedtime can help you out.

A Little Fat on your Diet Can Do Wonders for the Brain

While those that are really concerned with their figures dread fats in any form, it is a better idea to leave a little of the good fat it in your diet. During Fat digestion, a hormone called oleoylethanolamide is released and is responsible for triggering long-term memories. This hormone also plays a role in reducing appetite so all is not lost for those who love their figures. Where can you get such fats? Olive oils and avocados are your best sources of healthy fats.

Chewing Gum has its Upside Too

Japanese researchers have attributed chewing gum to better focusing on the task at hand. It also increases alertness among subjects of the study. Although there is no clear link between chewing gum and better memory, it has been concluded that chewing gum increases the heart rate, which in turn leads to better oxygen circulation throughout the body including the brain. I guess as long as you throw the gum properly after you chew it and not put it under the table, you’re all good.

These and many more tips are helpful to make sure your brains functions properly for a long time. Remember, even the most sophisticated invention conks out when its not taken cared for properly, so is your brain. Ensure optimum functionality and better memory by doing things that will benefit your brain.