Brain fog

What is brain fog?

Brain fog refers to cognitive dysfunction characterized by mental confusion, clouded thoughts, and difficulty concentrating. It can make even simple tasks like reading or holding a conversation challenging.

Some common brain fog symptoms include:

• Forgetfulness - trouble recalling recent events or information


• Lack of focus and mental clarity


• Slow thinking and response time


• Difficulty finding the right words when speaking or writing


• Poor short-term memory - struggling to retain new information

Causes of brain fog are wide-ranging but often include:

• Stress - elevated cortisol disrupts cognition


• Lack of sleep - prevents memory consolidation


• Hormonal changes - fluctuating estrogen, progesterone, testosterone


• Poor diet - nutritional deficiencies or inflammation


• Medications - side effects interfering with clarity

The good news? For many people, brain fog is reversible through simple lifestyle measures like:

• Reducing stress through yoga, meditation, or counseling


• Getting 7-9 hours of sleep per night


• Eating a whole food, anti-inflammatory diet


• Staying cognitively and socially active to promote neuroplasticity


• Optimizing hormones through nutrition, supplements, or bioidentical hormone therapy

Struggling with persistent brain fog? The exceptional physicians at Balance Health Clinic specialize in customized hormone balancing programs to help both women and men regain their mental clarity and energy. I highly recommend scheduling a consultation if you suspect your hormones could be contributing to cloudy thinking and other suboptimal symptoms. Their cutting-edge therapies can truly provide a much-needed clarity boost!