Brain fog - Renew Hormone Clinic

What is brain fog?

Brain fog refers to feelings of mental confusion, forgetfulness, and lack of focus and clarity. It can make it hard to think clearly or perform daily tasks. Some common symptoms include:

• Forgetfulness - trouble recalling details or remembering appointments
• Lack of focus and concentration - inability to stay focused on a task
• Cloudy thinking - feelings that your thinking is not sharp or clear
• Difficulty learning new things - trouble absorbing and retaining information
• Lack of motivation - don't feel like doing much of anything

What Causes Brain Fog?

There are many potential causes of brain fog including:

• Stress - high levels of cortisol can impair cognition
• Sleep deprivation
• Poor diet - lack of key nutrients
• Hormonal imbalances - low or high hormones like estrogen, testosterone, or thyroid
• Depression or anxiety
• Medication side effects
• Excess alcohol intake
• Chronic conditions like autoimmune disease or chronic fatigue

Many people find success managing brain fog by checking for and addressing potential underlying causes with their doctor, such as hormone imbalances.

Lifestyle Changes To Improve Brain Fog

Making certain lifestyle adjustments may also be beneficial:

• Get 7-9 hours of sleep per night
• Reduce stress through yoga, meditation, etc.
• Follow a nutritious whole foods diet
• Stay well hydrated
• Exercise regularly to increase blood flow
• Try brain training games/exercises
• Avoid smoking and limit alcohol

When To See A Doctor

See your doctor if:

• Brain fog is getting worse over time
• It's severely impacting daily function
• Other concerning symptoms arise

They can check for potential causes like infections, nutrient deficiencies, sleep disorders, and hormonal imbalances. Based on the underlying cause, they may suggest medication, supplements, lifestyle changes, or refer you to a specialist.