Anti-aging is a popular topic as the largest population in history approaches their golden years but “anti-aging” doesn’t have to apply only to treating skin and wrinkles. As we age so too do our brains and memory, recall, and overall function is impacted. Want to keep your mind sharp and shield your brain from the effects of aging? Try these simple tips!

Pump Up the Iron for Anti-Aging

Low iron is the most common nutritional deficiency in the United States and typically triggers fatigue, decreases work performance, and can negatively impact brain function. Taking iron supplements can increase brain power for iron-deficient women says a 16 week study where participants who took the supplement daily performed better on cognitive tasks than those who didn’t.

Take Your Turmeric for Anti-Aging

If you’ve missed past posts including this ageless asset to health you won’t have to look too hard to find about a dozen! Turmeric’s many benefits extend throughout the body and the brain is included. Turmeric has been linked to lower risk of cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s prevention, and improved blood flow to the brain. Add the spice to your food to add a delicious complexity and consider incorporating a supplement into your daily regimen, like most of our employees do!

Get Shut-Eye for Anti-Aging

Getting enough sleep doesn’t only boost your energy but can also increase your brainpower and function. In one recent study published in Nature Neuroscience, researchers found that sufficient sleep is necessary to help retain episodic memory; your ability to remember times, places, and events. Although sleep needs vary, most of us require about eight hours at night. Get natural sleeping remedies here.

Browse the Supplements for Anti-Aging

Ginkgo is one of the most powerful herbs for brain health and anti-aging!

Eating a balanced diet, getting exercise, and getting enough sleep are great cornerstones for a healthy life but sometimes we need to supplement. Antioxidant vitamins such as C, E, and beta-carotene help neutralize free radicals and boost oxygen supplies to the brain. B vitamins and folic acid help red blood cells oxygenate the brain and protect against homocysteine, an amino acid that damages nerve cells. Fish or flax oil supplements containing DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, has shown great promise in improving memory as well as protecting against high cholesterol and inflammation. A final supplement to consider is Ginkgo biloba which supports healthy mental function, promotes healthy circulation, provides antioxidant protection, regulates blood clotting and neurotransmitter regulation, lessens dizziness and hearing problems, as well as addressing eye complaints. That’s quite a list for a small leaf!

Other tips to include in addressing anti-aging for your brain:

• Be picky with what you eat! Skip the sugary drinks that could potentially raise your risk for Alzheimer’s while also impairing mental alertness and promoting inflammation. Also, ditch the white foods (sugar, flour, refined carbs) that promote inflammation and have been linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer’s. These types of foods are absorbed quickly into the bloodstream and can cause a spike in insulin levels; choose slower-burning carbs like whole grains instead.
• Stay positive! Our brains will do what we ask of them and if we take a few minutes each day to focus on one positive thought, our brains can make that a reality. For example, if you sat and focused on the word “peace” for a few minutes, neurological networks are created and you feel happy and compassionate more easily. The other side of this coin is that if you harbor angry thoughts, you’ll feel angry more often. 
• Use it, don’t lose it! A crossword puzzle, playing an instrument, engaging in a conversation, or playing word games are some great ways to ward off cognitive decline. And did you know, socialinzing stimulates parts of the brain that control your memory so be sure to take part in activities that involve people, bonus if it involves learning as well! Taking dance classes or traveling to new places with others is a great way to combine socializing and learning.

Usually when we hear “anti-aging” we immediately think of our skin; it’s human nature to be concerned with appearances but there are ways to ensure your entire body benefits from anti-aging regimens. Hanna created a Master Formula called CircuFlow that boosts performance of your heart and circulatory system and one of Kroeger’s newest products, Resveratrol Six, provides anti-aging boosts for the entire body! Follow the tips above to keep your brain in check and consider checking out our blog and website for great anti-aging products!