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Amnesia Amnesia refers
to partial or complete loss of

memory. Different types and degrees
of amnesia

occur in old age and in some mental disorders.

Recent memory is far less efficient in the elderly,

although long-term memory still functions
well.

SymptomsThe most common form of this disease is verbal

amnesia. In this condition, the patient forgets

words and names. A very uncommon form of

amnesia is
temporary loss of memory, in which

a person even forgets his own
identity, including

his name, age, family background and any

recollection of the past. In case of poor memory

caused by brain weakness, the patient may

suffer
from mild headache, intolerance to noise

and inability to
concentrate.

Causes The main cause of amnesia is the impairment of

brain cells caused by diseases directly affecting

them or, indirectly through a poor blood supply

due
to circulatory diseases. Poor memory also

results from dullness of
intellect and weakness

of brain. Many cases are, however, largely

psychological in origin, caused by anxiety,

neurosis, resulting from lack of attention in

persons obsessed with their own problems.

Remedies

Almonds (Badam): Almonds (Badam):

Almonds are very
valuable for restoring a poor

memory caused by brain weakness.
They

contain unique properties to remove brain

debility and to strengthen the brain. Ten to

twelve
almonds should be immersed in water

overnight and their outer skin
removed. They

should then be made into a fine paste and taken,

mixed with one teaspoon of butter or even alone.

Inhaling ten to fifteen drops of almond oil

through
the nose, morning and evening, is also

beneficial in the treatment
of brain weakness.

Walnuts (Akhrot) : Walnut is another unique dry

fruit, valuable in countering brain weakness. The

efficacy of about twenty grams of walnuts gets

enhanced, if they are taken with figs or raisins in

a proportion of ten gram each, everyday.

Apples
(Seb): Apples are useful in amnesia. The

various chemical
substances contained in this

fruit such as vitamin B1, Phosphorus,
and

Potassium help in the synthesis of glutamic acid.

This acid controls the wear and tear of nerve

cells.
Eating an apple a day with one tea-spoon

of honey and one cup of
milk, is beneficial in the

treatment of loss of memory and mental

irritability. It acts as an effective nerve tonic and

recharges the nerves with new energy and life.

Other
Fruits

All fruits which are rich in phosphorus are

valuable mitigators of amnesia, as they

invigorate
the brain cells and tissues. Other than

those mentioned earlier,
figs, grapes, oranges

and dates may be eaten to enhance
memory.

Herbal remedies for amnesiaCumin seeds (jeera): Cumin
seeds (jeera): The

use of cumin seeds is a valuable remedy
for

amnesia or dullness of memory. Three grams of

black cumin seeds should be mixed with two

teaspoons
of pure honey and taken once a day,

preferably, in the
morning.

Black Pepper (Kali mirch): Five seeds of finely

ground black pepper, mixed with one teaspoon

of
honey, are also beneficial in the treatment of

this condition.
This preparation should be taken

both in morning and
evening.

Rosemary (rusmary): The most remarkable

remedy for loss of memory or forgetfulness is

the
use of the herb rosemary, botanically known

as Romarinus
officinalis. It has long been

regarded as a herb for remembrance.
In ancient

times, the Greeks and the Romans prepared

fragrant distilled water from the flowers of this

plant and inhaled the odor so that ‘the evils were

destroyed from the mind and the memory no

longer
played tricks.’ Rosemary is considered to

be an antidote for
mental fatigue and

forgetfulness. A tea made from this herb, taken

once or twice a day, is a refreshing drink and an

effective natural remedy for enhancing mental

agility.

Sage (sefakuss): The herb sage has also been

found beneficial in the treatment of a week

memory
or loss of memory. It acts on the cortex

of the brain, mitigates
mental exhaustion and

strengthens the ability to concentrate. A
tea

prepared from dried sage leaves can be used

regularly for this purpose.

Brahmi Booti: Another
herb useful in amnesia is

brahmi booti, botanically known as
Bacopa

scrophulariaceae. About seven grams of this

herb should be dried in the shade and ground in

water, along with seven kernels of almonds and

half
a gram of pepper. This mixture should be

strained and sweetened
with honey or jaggery. It

should be drunk every morning for a
fortnight

on an empty stomach.

Dietary
Consideration Diet is of utmost importance in the treatment of

amnesia. It should be so arranged as to provide

all
essential nutrients, as even a single nutritional

deficiency can
cause anxiety neurosis in

susceptible people. Persons suffering
from

amnesia should avoid tea, coffee, alcohol, flesh

foods, white flour, sugar, and all products made

from white flour and sugar.

Other measures Persons
suffering from amnesia should have

sufficient rest and sleep under
proper conditions.

They must also learn the art of scientific

relaxation and meditation.