{"id":23871,"date":"2021-06-21T18:53:04","date_gmt":"2021-06-21T18:53:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=23871"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"vitamins-for-memory-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Vitamins For Memory Loss: 5 Best Memory Boosters According To Science"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#B_Vitamins\" >B Vitamins<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Vitamins_B1_B2_B3_B5_And_B7\" >Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, And B7<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Vitamins_B6_B9_And_B12\" >Vitamins B6, B9, And B12<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Vitamin_E\" >Vitamin E<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Vitamins_A_And_C\" >Vitamins A And C<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Vitamin_D\" >Vitamin D<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Other_Brain_Foods\" >Other Brain Foods<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Magnesium_And_Zinc\" >Magnesium And Zinc<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Phospholipids_Phosphatidylserine_Phosphatidylcholine\" >Phospholipids: Phosphatidylserine &amp; Phosphatidylcholine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Ginseng\" >Ginseng<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you age, you may face a disturbing amount of memory problems like your short-term memory subsides, your thinking abilities decline, or the development of memory conditions like Alzheimer&#8217;s or dementia.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What if we told you some vitamins could boost your memory? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several vitamins, omega-three fatty acids, and herbal supplements can help boost your memory and prevent diseases that cause significant damage to your brain and memory. Keep reading and learn about these natural vitamins for memory loss.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Vitamins\"><\/span><b>B Vitamins<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The B vitamin complex contains eight <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-weight-loss\/\">vitamins<\/a>: thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), vitamin B6, folate (B9), and cobalamin (B12), all of which play a significant role in promoting a healthy brain. The B vitamins move across the blood-brain barrier and the choroid plexus through dedicated transport mechanisms to uptake several functions in the brain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4772032\/#!po=10.9155\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitamins_B1_B2_B3_B5_And_B7\"><\/span><b>Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, And B7<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/do-vitamins-break-a-fast\/\">Thiamine<\/a> (B1), a coenzyme in the catabolism of sugars and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/essential-amino-acids-foods\/\">amino acids<\/a>, is an essential co-factor in synthesizing fatty acids, neurotransmitters, and other bioactive compounds necessary for brain function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4846521\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Riboflavin (B2) contains two flavoproteins, co-factors in the metabolism of essential fatty acids in brain lipids (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4772032\/#!po=10.9155\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Niacin (B3, pantothenic acid (B5), and Biotin (B7), ensure oxidative metabolism and contribute to the structure and function of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/brain-food-snacks\/\">brain cells<\/a>. While these five B vitamins have no direct relation to memory, they are essential to brain function.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hence, deficiencies in each of these vitamins can lead to poor neuro health and cognitive performance altogether.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitamins_B6_B9_And_B12\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32100 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4578.png\" alt=\"vitamins for memory loss\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4578.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4578-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4578.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a>Vitamins B6, B9, And B12<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best vitamins for memory loss in the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins\/\">B vitamin complex<\/a> are B6, B9, and B12. They&#8217;re all co-factors in the homocysteine metabolism that enhance the brain&#8217;s cognitive function, including memory (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4772032\/#!po=10.9155\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B6 is present in three forms; pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine; each is a coenzyme in the homocysteine metabolism. Vitamin B9 (folate) and B12 (cobalamin) help with the methylation of homocysteine to methionine (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4772032\/#!po=10.9155\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some studies reveal that vitamins B6, B9, and B12 have a consistent relationship with brain function. Therefore, intake of these vitamin supplements may decrease homocysteine levels in the brain, leading to improved cognitive function, attenuated cognitive decline, and possibly reduced risk of dementia (<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12042457\/\">9<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theoretically, when there are deficiencies in vitamins B6, B9, or B12, it leads to elevated homocysteine levels, which can increase your risk of dementia. Therefore, the opposite should be true; with increased intake of these vitamins to correct a deficiency, there should be a decrease in homocysteine levels in the brain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another study on rats revealed that vitamin B12 is present in the synthesis of myelin, and it demonstrates the ability to promote regeneration of myelin <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/super-vegetables\/\">fibers<\/a> in the body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4904479\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Myelin is a fatty acid that adds a layer of insulation in the brain&#8217;s nerves providing nerve insulation in the medial prefrontal cortex, the brain region crucial for forming long long-term memories. When myelin is absent, brain communication is stifled, and there&#8217;s decreased myelin formation, hence affecting memory.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The study on rats revealed that vitamin B12 could promote the regeneration of the myelin fibers after injury, improving nerve insulation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although not all the B vitamins are vitamins good for memory loss nor food for concentration, an adequate intake of B vitamins is essential for proper brain function. In addition, the three vitamins, B6, B9, and B12, will aid with homocysteine metabolism, which improves brain function further, so increase your intake of these vitamins for memory loss and concentration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best brain foods with these vitamins include eggs, beef, liver and organ meats, dark leafy vegetables, milk, legumes, and seafood.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/13-essential-vitamins\/\">13 Essential Vitamins: A Comprehensive Guide<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32125 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4577-1024x576.png\" alt=\"vitamins for memory loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitamin_E\"><\/span><b>Vitamin E<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin E is a derivative of tocopherol and tocotrienol, which are fat-soluble antioxidants that can pass the blood-brain barrier and exert antioxidant effects into the brain&#8217;s cell membranes. As antioxidants, they help reduce and prevent oxidative stress, helping to prevent the development of dementia (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3311304\/#:~:text=Vitamins%20A%20%26%20C,decline%20and%20dementia%20%5B64%5D\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several studies reveal that people who take supplements with vitamins E and C, are less likely to experience cognitive decline than those who didn&#8217;t take these vitamins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15832036\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Additionally, the studies suggest that vitamin E supplementation may be a good treatment option for older adults with mild cognitive impairment with an elevated risk of dementia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While vitamin E supplementation was influential in the delayed progression of cognitive decline in adults with Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, the supplementation carries some risk (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3311304\/#:~:text=Vitamins%20A%20%26%20C,decline%20and%20dementia%20%5B64%5D\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It may be safer to instead increase intake of vitamin E-rich foods. Vitamin E-rich examples of food for brain fog include nuts, seeds, vegetable oils, pumpkin, bell pepper, collard greens, and beet greens.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32129 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4572-1024x576.png\" alt=\"vitamins for memory loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4572.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4572-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4572.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4572.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/b><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitamins_A_And_C\"><\/span><b>Vitamins A And C<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamins A and C also have antioxidants that enhance and prevent cognitive decline and dementia (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3311304\/#:~:text=Vitamins%20A%20%26%20C,decline%20and%20dementia%20%5B64%5D\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Vitamin A refers to retinoids, provitamin carotenoids, beta-carotene, retinol, retinoic acid, or bioactive oxidative compounds called retinaldehyde. Meanwhile, vitamin C is ascorbic acid or its bioactive compound, dehydroascorbic acid.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies reveal that to achieve a significant benefit on cognitive performance, the user should preferably intake the vitamins over long-term use rather than short-term (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17998490\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, the epidemiological studies have no consistent and sufficient evidence to ascertain that either vitamin can protect against cognitive decline and impairment (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3311304\/#:~:text=Vitamins%20A%20%26%20C,decline%20and%20dementia%20%5B64%5D\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, high levels of these vitamins present potential toxicity wherein high doses of beta-carotene can lead to an increased risk of lung cancer or may have several manifestations such as bone demineralization. At the same time, high doses of vitamin C doses can lead to glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3311304\/#:~:text=Vitamins%20A%20%26%20C,decline%20and%20dementia%20%5B64%5D\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The good news is that high or toxic doses of these vitamins typically only come from supplements, so increasing your intake of foods high in vitamins A and C may give you the benefits without the downside. Yellow, red, and green fruits and vegetables tend to contain carotenoids and vitamin C, while animal products such as dairy, oily fish, eggs, and liver are good sources of preformed vitamin A (retinoids).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitamin_D\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32177 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4509-1024x576.png\" alt=\"super foods for memory loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4509.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4509-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4509.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4509.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Vitamin D<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last vitamins for concentration are vitamin D supplements. Vitamin D is a secosteroid hormone with effects targeted to bone and non-bone health. However, vitamin D binds vitamin receptors in the human cortex and the hippocampus in the brain, which are the critical areas for cognition (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21079183\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Vitamin D mat exert antineutrino-degenerative action through neurotrophic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidative, and anti-ischemic properties (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19659751\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several studies reveal that there may be a causal relationship between vitamin D supplementation or dietary intake and cognitive performance regarding enhancing cognition and preventing cognitive decline and dementia. However, the evidence is also inconsistent and inconclusive (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3311304\/#:~:text=Vitamins%20A%20%26%20C,decline%20and%20dementia%20%5B64%5D\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Your body can make vitamin D on its own when your skin is exposed to sunlight, but you can also get vitamin D from oily fish, red meat, liver, egg yolks, and fortified foods (milk is a common example in some countries). <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you struggle to even flirt with the idea of giving up your favorite foods or working out till your legs give way \u2013 BetterMe app is here to breathe a fresh perspective into the way you view the weight loss process! Check out the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\">experience the fun side of fitness and dieting<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Brain_Foods\"><\/span><b>Other Brain Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that we&#8217;ve looked at what vitamins help with memory, let&#8217;s jump into the minerals, fats, and herbals excellent for memory loss and concentration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Magnesium_And_Zinc\"><\/span><b>Magnesium And Zinc<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magnesium and zinc are essential for many body functions, but we shall primarily look at the brain. According to Psychology Today, magnesium deficiency can result in cardiovascular disease and diabetes, but it can also affect mood, cause depression, and affect memory. Therefore, oral intake of magnesium may result in rapid recovery from depression and alleviate anxiety and short-term memory loss, if a magnesium deficiency was the cause of your symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zinc is an essential mineral <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-fiber-diet\/\">for brain function<\/a> and offers anti-inflammatory effects in the brain via cytokines. Zinc has neuroprotective effects in the neurogenesis of the hippocampal necessary for long-term memory and modulates actions in the hypothalamic-pituitary axis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/integrative-mental-health-care\/201709\/magnesium-and-zinc-are-essential-healthy-brain-function\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phospholipids_Phosphatidylserine_Phosphatidylcholine\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-35335 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-1-1024x579.png\" alt=\"vitamins for memory loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"435\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-1-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-1.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-1.png 1059w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Phospholipids: Phosphatidylserine &amp; Phosphatidylcholine<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The brain has fatty acids and phospholipids that support brain function. It has been suggested that taking phospholipid supplementation can enhance the component structure in the neuronal membranes by improving signal transduction, cell-to-cell communication, and cell growth regulation, leading to improved cognitive function. It may also help prevent cognitive decline by protecting the cell membranes and accelerating phospholipid resynthesis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3311304\/#:~:text=Vitamins%20A%20%26%20C,decline%20and%20dementia%20%5B64%5D\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A review of studies on a precursor to phosphatidylcholine taken at 600\u20131000 mg daily suggested an improvement in the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral status in older patients with cognitive impairment or dementia. Therefore, these results suggest that phospholipids positively affect memory and behavior (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15846601\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Choline can be obtained in the diet from animal foods, cruciferous vegetables, nuts, seeds, and whole grains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-to-boost-metabolism\/\">Vitamins To Boost Metabolism And Rev Up Fat Loss<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ginseng\"><\/span><b data-wp-editing=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31208 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-16-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"vitamins for memory loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-16.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-16-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-16.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-16-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-16.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Ginseng<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, Ginseng, which is a herbal supplement, also shows potential regarding improved cognitive performance. It contains ginsenosides that are active compounds, which may attenuate \u03b2-amyloid-induced toxicity and may have an antioxidative effect essential in treating Alzheimer&#8217;s disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21154383\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha, the Indian Ginseng, is also said to promote concentration, intellect, and memory, especially for children with memory deficits, people of old age, and those suffering from head trauma and injuries (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3252722\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple studies on ashwagandha reveal that it may stop, slow, reverse, or remove neuritic atrophy and synaptic loss, treating various diseases, including Huntington&#8217;s, Parkinson&#8217;s, Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, among other neurodegenerative conditions, at any stage of the disease. The roots precisely feature Glycowithanolides withaferin- A and sitoindosides VII\u2013X, which may reverse the cognitive defects of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3252722\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are five main vitamins for memory loss: B vitamin complex, vitamin E, vitamin D, and vitamin A and C. However, there are also omega-three fatty acids, herbs like Ginseng, minerals like magnesium and zinc, and phospholipids, all of which play a crucial role in brain function, precisely memory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure you include each of these vitamins, minerals, fats, and possibly herbal supplements in your diet to improve your memory and cognitive performance altogether.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Vitamins_For_Memory_Loss\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. A licensed physician should be consulted for the diagnosis and treatment of any medical conditions. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3252722\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An overview of ashwagandha<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2011, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17998490\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A randomized trial of beta carotene supplementation and cognitive function in men<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2007, pubmed.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4772032\/#!po=10.9155\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">B Vitamins and the brain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3311304\/#:~:text=Vitamins%20A%20%26%20C,decline%20and%20dementia%20%5B64%5D.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common dietary supplements for cognitive health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2012, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15846601\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cytidinediphosphocholine (CDP-choline) for cognitive and behavioral disturbances associated with chronic cerebral disorders in the elderly <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2005, pubmed.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21079183\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dietary intake of vitamin D and cognition in older women<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, pubmed.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21154383\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginseng for cognition<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, pubmed.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/integrative-mental-health-care\/201709\/magnesium-and-zinc-are-essential-healthy-brain-function\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magnesium and zinc are essential for healthy brain function<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2017, physchologytoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12042457\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short-term folate, vitamin B-12, or vitamin B-6 supplementation slightly affects memory performance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2002, pubmed.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15832036\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supplemental use of antioxidant vitamins and subsequent risk of cognitive decline and dementia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2005, pubmed.nih.gov)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK441923\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B12 deficiency<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4846521\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B1 and Dementia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4904479\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B complex and Vitamin B12 levels after peripheral injury<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ( 2016, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19659751\/\">Vitamin D and cognitive performance in adults<\/a> (2009, pubmed.nih.gov)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As you age, you may face a disturbing amount of memory problems like your short-term memory subsides, your thinking abilities decline, or the development of memory conditions like Alzheimer&#8217;s or dementia.\u00a0What if we told you some vitamins could boost your memory? 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Keep reading and learn about these natural vitamins for memory loss.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>B Vitamins<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The B vitamin complex contains eight <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-weight-loss\/\\\">vitamins<\/a>: thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), vitamin B6, folate (B9), and cobalamin (B12), all of which play a significant role in promoting a healthy brain. 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