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8. Vary your diet
The foods you eat can affect cognitive functions like concentration and memory. Avoiding processed foods, too much sugar, and very greasy or fatty foods. To boost concentration, try eating more of the following:
- fatty fish (think salmon and trout)
- eggs (white and yolk both)
- blueberries
- spinach
Staying hydrated can also have a positive impact on concentration. Even mild dehydration can make it harder to focus or remember information.
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11. Do a concentration workout
Concentration workouts often help children who have trouble focusing. This mental workout involves fully devoting attention to an activity for a set period of time.
Try these activities:
- Draw or doodle for 15 minutes.
- Spend a few minutes tossing a balloon or small ball wi...
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10. Try supplements
Some supplements may help promote better concentration and improved brain function.
The following supplements may help promote increased concentration and overall brain health:
- folate
- choline
- vitamin K
- flavonoids
- omega-3 fatty acids
- guarana...
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3. Make time for exercise
Increased concentration is among the many benefits of regular exercise. Exercise benefits everyone. A 2018 study looking at 116 fifth-graders found evidence to suggest daily physical activity could help improve both concentration and attention after just 4 weeks.
Other researchTrusted Sourc...
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1. Train your brain
Playing certain types of games can help you get better at concentrating. Try:
- sudoku
- crossword puzzles
- chess
- jigsaw puzzles
- word searches or scrambles
- memory games
Brain training games can also help you develop your working and shor...
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5. Give meditation a try
Meditation and mindfulness practices can offer multiple benefits. Improved concentration is only one of these.
Mindfulness training that emphasizes attention focus could help increase attention and focus. Mindfulness can also improve memory and other cognitive abilities.
Meditation do...
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2. Improve sleep
Sleep deprivation can easily disrupt concentration, not to mention other cognitive functions, such as memory and attention.
Occasional sleep deprivation may not cause too many problems for you. But regularly failing to get a good night’s sleep can affect your mood and performance at work.
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6. Take a break
when you first feel your concentration drop, take a short mental break. Refresh yourself with a cool drink or nutritious snack, take a quick walk, or go outside and get some sun.
When you return to work, don’t be surprised if you feel more focused, motivated, or even creative. Breaks can he...
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7. Listen to music
Turning on music while working or studying may help increase concentration.
The type of music you listen to can make a difference. Experts generally agree classical music, particularly baroque classical music or nature sounds are good choices to help increase your focus.It’s also important ...
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4. Spend time in nature
If you want to boost your concentration naturally, try to get outside every day, even for just 15 to 20 minutes. You might take a short walk through a park. Sitting in your garden or backyard can also help. Any natural environment has benefits.
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9. Drink caffeine
If you feel your concentration starting to drop, consider a cup of coffee or green tea. A serving of dark chocolate — 70 percent cacao or higher — can have similar benefits, if you don’t enjoy caffeinated beverages.
A 2017 studyTrusted Source found evidence to suggest phytochemicals natural...
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Foods rich in unsaturated fat, such as nuts, olive oil, fish, and avocados, seem to promote sound sleep.
Give your brain high-quality fuel
Your brain is fuelled with the same food as your muscles. What you eat has an enormous impact on your cognitive functioning.
- Cut down on refined sugars as it decreases alertness. Aim for sustained energy levels throughout the day.
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- Food choices have an impact on your overall physical health and can also affect your state of mind.
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