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Yoga and meditation for loss of memory: The human brain is naturally inbuilt with massive power and capacity that contains giga and terabytes of computer element known as memory. The job of memory is to store thoughts, information and supplying of desired information when needed. The studies and researches proved that the function of brain for store information is highly effected by levels of stress as stressful condition may kills brain cells and lead to memory loss due to excess production of cortisol hormones in the body.

According to series of studies published in journal of Neuroscience, regular performance of exercises and other physical activities can promote new brain cells and these new cells move from one part of the brain to another part to create new brain. Practicing ancient therapy of yoga is referred as the best way to keep alive and active new cells of brain by offering relief from feeling of stress.

The techniques of yoga efficiently engage or develop harmony between mind, body and soul is said to be an ideal solution to overcome the problem of memory loss. Physical postures, paranayama and meditational approaches in yoga are helpful for improving memory power and functions of brain like cognition, attentiveness, processing of sensory data and visual perception. The techniques are also helpful in calming mind and enhancing concentration by increasing blood supply to brain cells. This form of physical activity grants ability to acquire enormous mind power and quick recalling power. Meditational practice provides improvement in memory because of increased flow of blood to brain cells and reduction in levels of dangerous stress hormones.

There are different types of meditational techniques; all of them are effective and worthwhile for enhancing numerous aspects of physical, spiritual and mental wellness. Most commonly practiced form is transcendental meditation that offers positive benefits. It takes a lot of practice and involves deep concentration on secret mantras; this process should be practice twice a day for 20 minutes to get better outcomes. Mindfulness is another form of meditation which is healthy and helpful in reducing stress or for healing from illnesses. Mindfulness requires great training in a retreat or seminar. There is also a proven and easily practiced 10 minutes technique of meditation known as kirta kriya (KK). KK belongs to kundalini yoga tradition that involves repetition of bhajans, specific words, sentences, mantra or other verbal elements. Sometimes visualization, finger movements and controlled breathing are also supportive for improving cognition.

The physical postures or asanas beneficial for the treatment of enhancing memory include siddhasana or swastikasana, vajrasana, Sarvangasana and shirsasana. These asanas promote blood flow to head, heart and stomach due to which nervous and information system get stronger also help to activate brain cells for developing powerful memory. Inverted poses make an individual highly intelligent as a result of reverse blood flow that nourishes brain cells with sufficient supply of oxygen and blood. Deep breathing techniques of paranayama increase flow of vital forces and oxygen in brain and in other parts of body helpful for enhancing memory.