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Normal Or Abnormal Forgetfulness? Normal forgetfulness is different from dementia or Alzheimer's, although they show similar symptoms of slower mental processing as aging continues. The main difference is that benign forgetfulness can be compensated by more effort and devoping new techniques to cope with slower mental processing, while dementia or Alzheimer's cannot. Sharpen Memory Skills to Sharpen the Mind Sharpen memory skills to sharpen the mind to improve memory. Basic memory tools include association, visualization, creativitty, and organization. However, there may be obstacles that need to be overcome, and these obstacles, including distraction, lack of focus, inadequate movivation, and stress, can interfere with the process of remembering. Food Choice and Your Brain Health Your food choice has a direct impact on your brain health. The food you consume today is not the same as the food your ancestors consumed. Today, the food is loaded with chemicals and neurotoxic pollutants, which damage brain health. Today's animal products contain excess iron, which is one of the causes of brain disease, such as Parkinson's and dementia. Mental Relaxation and Your Mental Health Mental relaxation is important for mental health. Changing attitudes and lifestyle may help you in stress management. Correcting behavioral problems may help you solve life and relationship problems. Meditation provides the best mental relaxation by focusing your attention on the present moment to the exclusion of past and future thoughts, thus giving your mind a meaningful break.