10 Scientific Secrets to a Perfect Memory

March 8, 2017

10 Scientific Secrets to a Perfect Memory

Were you late to work yesterday because you couldn’t remember where you put your car keys? Did you completely forget about a coffee date last week with a friend and only remember when you got a text asking, “where are you?” Can you no longer remember the name of your favorite elementary school teacher? Memory problems impact just about everyone to a certain degree, but science suggests you might be able to improve your memory, as well as reduce the likelihood of Alzheimer’s and dementia, by engaging in certain activities, eating specific foods

, and using certain mnemonic devices.

People with near-perfect memories actually exist, and they have something called an “eidetic memory,” which means they can recall a remarkable amount of information from their past experiences. Interestingly, many people assume having an eidetic memory means having a “perfect” memory, but even these superhuman memory machines can have some trouble recalling absolutely every detail with crystal clear accuracy. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t emulate these memory superstars and improve your own memory and protect yourself against age-related diseases and maladies.

Some scientists believe people with excellent recall and the ability to remember everything use a special mental filing system to keeping things organized in their memories. Mental tricks are also used by magicians to wow audiences with seemingly impossible feats of memory. But do you need to know special tricks or have an eidetic memory to remember everything?

If you’re worried you’ve forgotten more in life than you ever knew, don’t worry. Science has you covered! Check out these 10 scientific secrets to a perfect memory.