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How to Naturally Keep Your Brain Firing Effectively

Posted by frank on 26th February 2010 in Mental Dimension

Many cultures have used various herbs to increase memory, and IQ throughout time. However not until recently has the west begun to catch on.

Today more and more reputable scientific organizations and Universities have done studies pertaining to herbs and their healing capabilities. Below I have listed a few herbs to help get your brain firing on all cylinders:

Ginkgo Biloba – Ginkgo has been noted for improving memory and increasing blood flow to the brain. In addition Ginkgo has an antioxidant effect that helps to protect brain cells from damage caused by free radicals. Free radical damage has been linked to diseases like Alzheimer’s.

Gotu Kola – Gota Kola has been shown to improve mental clarity, increase memory and increase IQ. In addition it is also known to calm ones mood and reduce anxiety.

Passion Flower – Passion Flower has been used for reducing anxiety, combating insomnia as well as additional nervous disorders and ADHD.

Siberian Ginseng – Ginseng helps support memory functions and concentration in the brain. It is also an “adaptogen”, which is known to keep the balanced under stressful conditions, thereby minimizing the effects of stress on the body.

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