Understanding Brain Fog
As a Bioresonance therapist, I have come across numerous clients who note recurrences of a hazy brain and somewhat foggy memory of late. What they may be experiencing, in short, is a brain fog. Oftentimes, they also express fears of having early onset Alzheimer’s or dementia.
What Is Brain Fog?
A brain fog is often characterised by a difficulty in focusing, as if a thick cloud has settled on the brain, making day-to-day cognitive activities like making plans a challenge. Forgetfulness becomes consistent.
Often one finds it difficult to express what one thinks…in words. Having brain fog is truly frustrating and affects one’s daily activities. Below are more symptoms:
Dissociation
Cognitive slowness
Excessive effort needed for cognitive tasks
Fuzziness or pressure
Lack of mental clarity
Mental fatigue
Physical fatigue due to extra effort in working the tired mind
What are some causes of brain fog?
There are numerous causes, with some more common than others. Some of the common causes are chronic stress, sleep problems as well as diet and nutrient deficiencies.
These days our intake of fast food and takeaways are often lacking in nutrients. Plus, fresh produce is not as nutrient dense as before due to the deterioration of soil quality. Healthy fatty acids flavonoids and Vitamin B12 are all critical for brain health.
1.Mental Health
Other factors like mental health may also affect cognition and brain function. Low mood, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and anxiety have the potential to increase the risk of brain fog.
2. Medication
Certain medications may also cause brain fog as a side effect. It is known that chemotherapy for cancer may cause brain fog, otherwise known as chemo brain. Thyroid medicines as well as anti-depressants are also possible culprits.
Looking at lesser known causes of brain fog
1. Food sensitivity
Common food allergens like aspartame, MSG, gluten, casein, dairy, peanuts, eggs, and shellfish are some common foods that have the potential for brain inflammation which eventually causes other cognitive issues. However, you may be allergic or sensitive to other less-common foods or ingredients.
2. Gut microbiomes
Your gut is your 2nd brain. Your gut and your brain are sending messages back and forth. It’s called the gut-brain axis. The health of your gut affects your brain and vice versa. When the gut microbiome's composition gets damaged due to food sensitivities or lack of nutrients it causes brain fog as well.
3. Leaky gut
This is a condition where the small intestines are inflamed, causing microscopic holes in the lining and allowing undigested food and toxins to leak out into the bloodstream causing the immune system to mount an attack. Watch this video:
4. Histamine Intolerance
In an allergy situation, histamines are released from the mast cells which then activate the microglia causing brain inflammation and fuzziness.
5. Hormonal Changes
Hormonal fluctuations and hormonal changes in your body may also affect your brain and trigger brain fog. A drop in estrogen in menopausal women can cause brain fog, so do the days leading up to menstration when estrogen level typically dips.
6. Mitochondrial Dysfunction
Mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell. Its health and function affect your energy levels, brain function, and overall well-being. Mitochondrial dysfunction may lead to cognitive issues.
7. Blood Sugar Imbalances
Blood sugar imbalances and fluctuations may also increase your risk of brain fog.
8. Neurotoxins
Neurotoxins including heavy metals and pesticides, as well as indoor pollutants or allergens, such as mold can cause brain inflammation.
Post-COVID and Post-Viral Syndrome
You may develop brain fog as a long-term consequence of certain viral infections. According to a 2022 study published in the International Journal in Environmental Research and Public Health and a 2022 research published in Neuropsychiatry, brain fog is a common symptom after COVID-19. You may develop post-viral syndrome from other viral infections too, including the flu, pneumonia, and the Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) which may cause brain fog as well.
How Bioresonance Therapy can help with brain fog
By working on fine-tuning the frequency patterns of the different parts of the brain, cerebral function can be improved. It also inverts pathogenic frequencies of virus, bacteria, parasites and mold to stabilise the body.
It helps the body heal from inflammation of the gut by working on allergens so that the lining of the gut recovers from the perforation caused by the inflammation.
Bioresonance can improve the absorption of micronutrients as well as aid in the synthesis of macronutrients so that the body gets most of its nutrients from one’s diet.
Recommendations for Brain Fog
Recommendations for brain fog may depend on the underlying cause. However, there are some general recommendations that may help to address the causes of brain fog, reduce your risk, and improve your symptoms. Here is what I recommend for brain fog:
Follow a nutrient-dense diet. Remove refined sugar, refined oil, artificial ingredients, additives, junk food, and overly processed foods. Eat plenty of greens, vegetables, herbs, spices, sprouts, fruits, fermented food, nuts, seeds, grass-fed meat, pasture-raised poultry and eggs, wild-caught fresh fish and seafood, and wild game.
Get tested for food allergies and food sensitivities. Remove any triggers from your diet.
If you have histamine intolerance or mast cell issues, follow a low-histamine diet and reduce your overall histamine load.
Get tested for nutritional deficiencies and work on improving them.
Get enough sleep. I recommend aiming for 7 to 9 hours of restorative sleep each night.
Move your body regularly throughout the day. Exercise at least 5 days a week for 20 to 30 minutes, combining cardiovascular and strength-training workouts.
Reduce your stress level. Try meditation, breathwork, journaling, guided muscle relaxation, and gratitude.
Improve your workload. Avoid multitasking and overcommitting yourself. Ask for help if needed.
Improve your gut health with the health of prebiotic-rich foods, fermented food, and probiotic supplements. If you have histamine intolerance, skip the fermented food as it can be triggering.
Try some supplements that may support brain health and cognitive function, including omega-3 fish oil supplements, vitamin B12, B vitamins, and adaptogens. I recommend that you seek guidance from your healthcare practitioner before using any supplements.
Consider ways to support mitochondrial health. This may include a combination of nutrients and enzymes to support long-term health. A diet rich in antioxidants, with colourful vegetables, fruit, herbs, and spices can help improve mitochondrial health.