“Hmmm . . . now why can’t I find that?”

One time when we were on furlough and staying with Mark’s elderly parents, I couldn’t find $200 in cash that I thought I had put in our dresser drawer. Since Mark’s parents had given us their bedroom to sleep in and Mark’s dad often kept cash on hand, we thought that perhaps dad had taken the money thinking it was his. But, alas, he had not.

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A few months later when I was going through my camera bag, guess what I found? Yep – the $200 cash. The good news is that it had been in a safe place and now we needed it more than ever. Oh, and yes, we gave Dad a big apology! He was glad we found it too.

This story probably brings back memories of forgetting where you put something, forgetting what you went into a room for, or forgetting your best friend’s name when you introduce her.

We laugh at these memories now, but mental decline is very real and is not a laughing matter.

It is so important to take care of our brains.

Of course, we all experience moments when our mind goes blank, no matter how old we are.

But when it starts to happen frequently, no matter our age, we panic.

The truth is, memory loss is frightening.

So if you’re worried about brain health, you’re not alone.

Even though the brain is arguably the most delicate and susceptible organ to the health challenges caused by stress, poor nutrition, and inactivity, the health care paradigm tends to focus on the body from the neck down.

Here are 8 warning signs that your brain needs some extra attention:

1. Memory loss
2. Brain fog
3. Depression
4. Anxiety
5. Difficulty learning
6. Lack of motivation
7. Tire easily/general fatigue
8. Poor focus and concentration

If you want a healthy brain, you’re best off taking control of it yourself.

Dr. Mark Hyman has written a book called The UltraMind Solution [affiliate link} and the sub-title is “Fix your broken brain by healing your body fast.” It is a fascinating read as he gives seven keys to ultra-wellness.

One of my favorite chapters is Chapter 15, where he talks about the importance of supplementation for a healthy brain. He lists 6 supplements every adult should be taking daily and I got pretty excited reading the list because it is almost a replica of Shaklee’s Vitalizer pack. What a great endorsement!

Don’t wait for the red flags to pop up or the medical system to step in.

Be empowered to make better choices and develop simple strategies to keep your brain in optimal health for your entire life.

After all, there is no such thing as a brain transplant.

Take care of your brain!

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Health Disclaimer: This information has not been approved by the FDA and is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease. Remember to seek medical advice from your health professional for all your health concerns, including taking care of your brain.

First Published: Feb 2016

Updated: Nov 2026