Stress, memory: the 5 best plants to take care of your brain

The best plants to take care of your brain, Because of stress, illness, fatigue or even age, brain health can be compromised. Some plants help promote relaxation, boost cognitive abilities and improve memory.

Herbal medicine is a good way to take care of the brain, and can be used in various ways: aromatherapy, food supplements, infusions, etc. Some plants are particularly useful for relieving stress and maintaining/developing memory. Those that seem to be the most effective are ginkgo, bacopa, sage, green tea and ginseng.

1. Ginkgo
   Used in traditional Chinese medicine since ancient times, ginkgo biloba is known for its medicinal and antioxidant properties. Ginkgo leaves are said to be useful for helping people suffering from concentration problems and memory loss. They are also useful for people suffering from cognitive deficiencies, anxiety or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to the Pharmacie de la Grâce de Dieu. Herbalists recommend taking cures of several weeks in the form of extracts, consumed during meals. Do not hesitate to seek advice from a health professional before starting a cure.

2. Bacopa
   Bacopa has been used for thousands of years in traditional Indian medicine. This plant is indicated in cases of cognitive disorders, attention problems, short-term memory problems, anxiety or depression. It contains active substances, bacosides A and B, which are said to participate in the repair of damaged neurons, via the stimulation of protein kinase activity. Bacopa is said to facilitate nerve transmission, boost neuronal synthesis, and contribute to the restoration of synaptic activity, according to Laboratoires Leurquin.

3. Sage
   Sage is a plant used in herbal medicine for various indications. It is interesting to combat age-related cognitive deficiencies. Consumed as a medicine or as a food, it facilitates transit, helps fight against infections of the mucous membranes and improves memory and attention skills. It is also possible to benefit from its virtues through the use of sage essential oil.

4. Green tea
   Rich in theanine, an amino acid, green tea could be effective in treating mild memory loss. To benefit from its benefits, two or three cups a day are enough. Green tea seems to have a positive effect on working memory, that is to say, the one that ensures the temporary storage and management of information. Green tea could be particularly interesting for individuals with Alzheimer’s and the elderly.

5. Ginseng
   Ginseng has a positive effect on concentration and cognitive functions. It is a stimulating plant, which could also be interesting for maintaining memory. However, this benefit remains to be demonstrated, and arouses controversy within the scientific community. Ginseng can be consumed in various forms: mother tincture, capsules, decoction.