129. Causes of Brain Fog and ways to help.

Brain Fog is defined as problems with memory, focus, slow thinking, fuzzy thoughts, difficulty with multitasking, finding words, planning and organizing as well as mental fatigue. It can stem from several factors, including:

Stress: Chronic stress clouds mental clarity and impairs cognitive function.

Lack of Sleep: Insufficient rest is a significant contributor to reduced cognitive performance.

Diet and Nutritional Deficiencies: Low levels of essential nutrients, particularly B vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants, can lead to brain fog. Eating processed foods does the same.

Hormonal changes and Autoimmune Disorders can also impact mental sharpness.

COVID-19: This virus may damage crucial brain regions and trigger neuroinflammation.

Dybiosis: An imbalance in the Microbiome.

Below are a list of ways to address these issues:

First: Herbs... Below the herbal suggestions are other suggestions.

For Herbal Support: At Spiral Herbal Remedies, we offer a range of Organic Herbal Solutions specifically designed to support mental clarity and help address Brain Fog. In addition to the benefits of each herb and mushroom, they all possess neuroprotective and anti-neuroinflammatory properties.

Nerve Blend Tincture is a double extraction of Lion's Mane and Reishi.

Lion's Mane can help promote nerve growth factor (NGF) synthesis, supporting nerve health and regeneration, and enhanced cognitive performance, memory, and mental clarity. Reishi is known for its adaptogenic properties that help reduce stress levels. Both mushrooms contain compounds that reduce the inflammatory processes that contribute to Autoimmune Diseases leading to improved cognitive function by alleviating mental fatigue.

Benjamin Button Got His Groove Back Tincture is made with herbs renowned for their cognitive or nootropic benefits including nerve regenerating, antioxidant, adaptogenic, neuroprotective, and anti-neuroinflammatory properties that help improve memory, cognitive function, and mood enhancement to counter Brain Fog.

Ashwagandha Tincture is well-known for its adaptogenic effects that help reduce stress levels along with its use in improving cognitive function, including working memory and sustained attention. It can enhance cognitive flexibility and help maintain attention, counteracting mental fatigue.

Ginkgo Tincture, which includes Rosemary and Sage. Gingko can help increase blood flow to the brain, and contains antioxidants, while Rosemary and Sage may help prevent the breakdown of a neurotransmitter that helps with cognitive function. They also contain antioxidants that help combat free radicals, which cause oxidative stress that can contribute to Brain Fog.

For Hormonal Changes:

Balance Tincture for Menopause. These herbs contain properties that can alleviate brain fog associated with menopause, caused by hormonal imbalance. It supports mental well-being by helping to reduce mood swings and irritability. This tincture can also help with PCOS and coming off of the pill.

Ashwagandha For "manopause" or what is called late onset-hypogonadism (low testosterone levels). Ashwagandha can help raise testosterone levels in those assigned male at birth, assisting if hormonal imbalance is interfering with sleep.

For Sleep and Stress:

Organic, lab-tested, THC-free CBD CBD aids sleep by calming the nervous system and in my case, shutting off my overactive brain. It can also help with anxiety, depression, pain, and is an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.

Passionflower Tincture Passionflower can help stimulate the release of GABA, a neurotransmitter that is calming for the nervous system and is sedating.

Calm The F* Down Tea Made with a variety of plants that can help boost GABA levels along with other means of calming the nervous system to help with sleep.

Ashwagandha As an adaptogen, Ashwagandha can help balance cortisol levels as part of our stress response, aiding sleep.

For Autoimmune Disease: Our Medicinal Mushroom Tinctures (Reishi Maintain, Nerve Blend Turkey Tail and Reishi) These mushrooms have a long history of use for immune modulation, which can help bring the immune system into balance, calming an over-active immune system (or boost it - when needed).

For Dysbiosis: **** This is a big deal: Read our blog post on the Microbiome. Our "gut health" has a huge effect on our health and there are some pretty easy fixes in the blog.

Diet:

Dietary Suggestions:

*The top foods/drinks for brain health include foods high in Omega 3 fatty acids such as : Nuts, Whole Grains, Fish, Eggs, Avocados, Coconut Oil, and Olive Oil.

*Cut out processed foods. Eating processed foods every day increases your risk of dementia by 47%. Add more whole foods and bypass the premade foods in the grocery store.

*In one study of 1000 people over the age of 81, eating at least one egg a week, decreased the risk of dementia by 47%.

*Adding a cup of Cacao daily, can increase your Magnesium levels, elevate your mood, and double the number of stem cells circulating in your body. These cells can replace damaged cells, stimulate repair and decrease inflammation.

*Foods high in antioxidants like: Blueberries, Pumpkin Seeds, Leafy Greens, Green Tea, and Turmeric.

*Eat foods high in hesperidin like citrus fruits, kiwi and berries, onions, garlic, and broccoli. These help improved cognitive function, memory, and neuroprotection. These also enhance blood flow to the brain, acts as an antioxidant, and can improve memory and cognitive function. Hesperidin demonstrates neuroprotective effects, potentially reducing the risk of cognitive decline associated with age or neurodegenerative diseases.

Learning a new skill builds new neural connections. Challenge yourself to learn constantly.

Limit alcohol - it acts as a depressant, impairing brain function in areas like memory and judgment.

*The same goes for watching your caffeine intake - especially when paired with alcohol where it can mask the effects of alcohol, causing an increase in consumption. It can also cause anxiety and insomnia.

*Quit smoking, it causes faster cognitive decline, particularly in middle age, due to nicotine decreasing blood flow to the brain, affecting learning, memory, and attention.

Exercise regularly - it increases blood flow to the brain, can help build new brain cells and strengthen their connections. It's also a mood booster to help you feel more clear-headed. It also increases brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which helps with memory, neuroplasticity, and nerve regeneration in the brain.

Take breaks when you're feeling overwhelmed. Turn off the phone, TV and close your eyes, and rest.

Integrating these practices with our herbal remedies into your routine can bolster cognitive function and overall well-being. Lifestyle changes to manage stress, eating a balanced diet, and ensuring adequate rest can help further.

Visit our online store or stop by our shop for expert assistance in selecting the most suitable herbal remedies for your needs and to enhance your mental clarity today!

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