Combatting apneas affects on mental functions

[Axxel]

Aside from effective cpap therapy, has anyone experienced any ways to help with memory loss, and the other mental problems apnea can cause?

I have read green tea can help protect brain cells. I wonder about this and anything else that may help.

My memory has suffered from this dam apnea.

[ameriken]

I don't have any solutions, but I do have plenty of green tea. I share the same concerns as you as I still feel tired, forget many things, and often lack the emotional and mental motivation and stamina to excel at my work. I'll be following along with you, you're not alone.

[Axxel]

I don't have any solutions, but I do have plenty of green tea. I share the same concerns as you as I still feel tired, forget many things, and often lack the emotional and mental motivation and stamina to excel at my work. I'll be following along with you, you're not alone.

Its scary I tell ya.

And yes I also do drink plenty of green tea and other herbal teas plus about a pot of coffee in morning to get going. At least the caffeine works

[Perrybucsdad]

I think it's like Cliff (from Cheers) Buffalo theory...

"Well, you see, Norm, it's like this. A herd of buffalo can only move as fast as the slowest buffalo. And when the herd is hunted, it's the slowest and weakest ones at the back that are killed first. This natural selection is good for the herd as a whole, because the general speed and health of the whole group keeps improving by the regular killing of the weakest members.

In much the same way, the human brain can only operate as fast as the slowest brain cells. Now, as we know, excessive intake of alcohol kills brain cells. But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. In this way, regular consumption of beer eliminates the weaker brain cells, making the brain a faster and more efficient machine.

And that, Norm, is why you always feel smarter after a few beers."

... so in theory at least, we should all be smarter now.

[Axxel]

I think it's like Cliff (from Cheers) Buffalo theory...

"Well, you see, Norm, it's like this. A herd of buffalo can only move as fast as the slowest buffalo. And when the herd is hunted, it's the slowest and weakest ones at the back that are killed first. This natural selection is good for the herd as a whole, because the general speed and health of the whole group keeps improving by the regular killing of the weakest members.

In much the same way, the human brain can only operate as fast as the slowest brain cells. Now, as we know, excessive intake of alcohol kills brain cells. But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. In this way, regular consumption of beer eliminates the weaker brain cells, making the brain a faster and more efficient machine.

And that, Norm, is why you always feel smarter after a few beers."

... so in theory at least, we should all be smarter now.

LMAO

[nanwilson]

I do a crossword every morning, when i first started it, it took me over an hour to complete, now after a year it only takes me 20 minutes. Something has to be getting better....you know the old saying "don't use it and you'll loose it". Make sure you concentrate on something every day, do a crossword or some sort of puzzle, force your brain to do the task.

[carbonman]

I wonder about this and anything else that may help.

Get plenty of exercise, for your body.
I stretch everyday.
I ride my bike 4-5 times a week.
I just started a new hobby.
I got a skateboard.

Get plenty of exercise, for your brain.

I play guitar everyday.
Teach yourself to be ambidextrous.
Play brain games. I like mahjong on the computer.
Anything that stimulates your brain, makes you think
and especially to memorize/remember stuff.

....you know the old saying "don't use it and you'll loose it".

....there ya' go.

[Axxel]

Thanks nanwilson and carbonman!

I actually do exercise daily as much as my body can currently tolerate (rehabbing shoulder injuries). It helps immensely. Especially when doing anything cardio like that gets my heart rate up. I feel so much better overall afterward. Emotionally and physically.

I will definitely try some puzzles and such. Good ideas. I like to read too. Need to do it daily though, I guess.

Thanks for the input

[JayC]

There are all sorts of brain games....that can resharpen memory.

And doing things like brushing your teeth with the opposite from usual hand that get yours brain to stay engaged (nevermind helping with motor skills in case you had an injury and HAD to use the other side!!)

I do addition and multiplication by hand often (even if I check it with calc)

I just started to learn/memorize new poetry and lyrics....I used to be able to recite any of a handful of items on command.....and now I am out of practice (not going to blame it all on sleep issues, but I don't doubt that contributes!)


Use it to keep it fresh, or to refresh skills you feel you have lost.....and be forgiving rather than simply frustrated....you can get some facility back!


J

[squid13]

Just using the computer for this forum is keeping the little gray cells working.

[jamiswolf]

Many good suggests for you Axxel...

My Mom has done crossword puzzles for as long as I can remember and her memory is better then mine.

Unfortunately not all of us can be as physically active as we would like. But I still try and ride my Airdyne bike daily.

There are a number of smart drugs and herbals out there. I tried Ginko Biloba but it's tough on the digestive track. Upset my stomach.

I do take an herbal called Vinpocetine which is an approved memory enhancer in Europe. It's an extract of the Periwinkle plant and enhances micro-circulation in the brain. I started taking it for tinnitus and it helps with that...but I also noticed that it helped with my memory. It's available at most herbal suppliers. Puritan's Pride carries it I know.

I'd avoid the combinational wonder pills that you see advertised on infomercials. Rediculously expensive and it's just a mix of the common stuff available cheaper anyway.

Let's see, where was I?
Jamis

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[Axxel]

Many good suggests for you Axxel...

My Mom has done crossword puzzles for as long as I can remember and her memory is better then mine.

Unfortunately not all of us can be as physically active as we would like. But I still try and ride my Airdyne bike daily.

There are a number of smart drugs and herbals out there. I tried Ginko Biloba but it's tough on the digestive track. Upset my stomach.

I do take an herbal called Vinpocetine which is an approved memory enhancer in Europe. It's an extract of the Periwinkle plant and enhances micro-circulation in the brain. I started taking it for tinnitus and it helps with that...but I also noticed that it helped with my memory. It's available at most herbal suppliers. Puritan's Pride carries it I know.

I'd avoid the combinational wonder pills that you see advertised on infomercials. Rediculously expensive and it's just a mix of the common stuff available cheaper anyway.

Let's see, where was I?
Jamis

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"Let's see, where was I?" I know what you mean!!!

I will look into those herbs.

Thanks!

[Emilia]

B12, Folic Acid, A & E.... all good for brain health.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/20 ... 165852.htm