Brain fog: the cause and the possible solution

Brain fog is a collective name for various different symptoms. Have you been feeling distracted and tired for a long time or very regularly? Are you unable to complete your planning? If you have been experiencing stress and extreme pressure for a long time, you may think that you are developing a burnout as a result. But It doesn’t have to be. It is quite possible that you are experiencing brain fog: a foggy feeling in the head with a range of characteristics.

What is brain fog?

Brain fog seems like a puzzling phenomenon. People with brain fog often experience a long period of mental fatigue, slow thinking, forgetfulness or difficulty concentrating. A range of cognitive symptoms negatively affects the brain. If brain fog is preventing you from functioning well in your daily life, it may help to know that there are natural methods to improve focus and clarity.

What does brain fog feel like?

Brain fog can be compared to a bad connection. The brain is constantly faltering. It takes forever before you can complete a task or push yourself to start a task. Brain fog is in most cases a symptom of an underlying problem, such as decreased levels of B vitamins and insufficient quality sleep. The most common causes that could put you at higher risk are cognitive decline, high blood pressure, and inflammation in the brain and body.

Symptoms reminiscent of brain fog

We all often feel physically or mentally less vital. If you experience one symptom, it does not necessarily mean that you are experiencing brain fog. If you experience some or many of these symptoms, the likelihood that you have brain fog is quite likely.

• forgetfulness
• difficulty following conversations
• feelings of anxiety
• fatigue
• concentration problems
• confused
• headache and/or pressure on the head
• somber mood
• unable to complete daily tasks

Possible causes and solutions of brain fog

Possible causes of brain fog and possible solutions to improve cognitive functions and thus quality in daily tasks, work, care for your family and household are:

Poor sleep

If you chronically sleep too few hours a night, your brain has no opportunity to recover and relax. In the short term you will experience concentration problems. In the long term there is an increased risk of high blood pressure, heart failure, weight gain and a combination of symptoms of brain fog. Consider reducing your caffeine intake and prioritizing good sleep to give your brain true rest. Feel free to consider a sleep cure as one of the most important conditions for recovery.

Too little movement

Chronic inflammation is a major cause of brain fog. Exercise can reduce inflammation and promote the flow of the lymphatic system. Preferably combine cardio training with strength training and walk for at least 30 minutes every day.

Deficiency of B vitamins

A balanced meal with adequate vitamin B and nutrients can eliminate nutrient deficiencies that can cause brain fog. Natural sources of vitamin B are; green leafy vegetables, fruits, whole grain products, nuts and animal products such as egg, wild fish, organic chicken breast, butter or (raw) dairy. Our brain needs B vitamins to function properly and prevent cognitive decline. Studies have clearly shown that vitamin B12 supplementation improves concentration and memory. Other B vitamins such as B6 and B11 reduce complaints such as brain fog. SUPS has included bioactive B vitamins in RISE, MOM TO BE and BALANCE that support the brain and its functions.

Improper power supply

A Western diet rich in processed carbohydrates, unsaturated fatty acids such as trans fats in frying, baking, roasting fats, biscuits, pastries, snacks and insufficient fruit and vegetables cause deficiencies in our blood. Deficiencies lead to numerous complaints for our physical and mental body. Choose a diet that consists of proteins, fats and healthy carbohydrates. Try to make your meals fresh, unprocessed and vary daily with vegetables, fruit, nuts and seeds, whole grains, fish and seafood, herbs, healthy fatty acids and (raw) dairy in moderation.

Hormonal changes

Hormonal changes, such as after pregnancy or during the (peri)menopause, can cause brain fog. Hormonal changes are also caused by a combination of insufficient exercise, an unhealthy diet, chronic stress and insufficient sleep. Support your hormones with maca, dandelion and milk thistle in BALANCE to help your liver produce hormones and break down excess hormones.

Chronic stress

Chronic inflammation in the body is caused by a combination of the aforementioned causes and has a major impact on well-being. Today’s levels of stress are alarming for our health. Foods with antioxidants such as fruits and vegetables help repair damage to cells. REVIVE helps protect our cells against these free radicals thanks to the high concentration of vegetable and fruit extracts.

Supplements for treating brain fog

Eliminating chronic inflammation in the brain and body is important for recovery from many symptoms of brain fog. Vitamins C, vitamin D (vitamin D3), zinc and selenium have an anti-inflammatory effect. You can find these vitamins in RISE and MOM TO BE. The vegetable and fruit extracts in 1 capsule in REVIVE are equivalent to 2.5 servings of fruit and vegetables per day. Very important to counteract free radicals as a result of chronic inflammation and chronic stress. Brain fog is common during or after pregnancy and in perimenopause (40+) and menopause (50+) due to unavoidable hormonal fluctuations. The adaptogen maca is indispensable in balancing your hormones on a daily basis. You will find maca in the BALANCE in the Female bestseller and All in one bundle. It is clear that B vitamins make a very important contribution to the proper functioning of the brain. A wonderful composition of actively absorbable B vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, active folic acid (B11), B12 (methylcobalamin) are therefore included in RISE, MOM TO BE and BALANCE.

• RISE, REVIVE and BALANCE can be found in the Female Bestseller (most complete set with 4 supplements) + All in One bundle
• Are you expecting? MOM TO BE together with REVIVE and BALANCE are all in the Pregg All in One bundle.

Persistent complaints? Always consult a medical professional

If you suspect that your symptoms are due to brain fog, it is worth making adjustments to your lifestyle to eliminate deficiencies in the blood. If you continue to experience complaints after making improvements, it is advisable to consult a medical professional who can perform (blood) tests on you so that you receive the right care.