Battling Brain Fog? Here’s How to Beat It

While sleeping on a cloud sounds idyllic, waking up with a cloudy feeling in your head just doesn’t sound as pleasant.

Every day, people battle brain fog—a funny feeling in the head that can be different for everyone, with common symptoms being pressure, slow thinking, confusion, forgetfulness, fatigue or headaches.

If you’re one of the many people who deal with this regularly, you’re not alone. Here are a few tips for turning brain fog into a clear head.

1. Recognize your triggers. Think about what may be causing you to experience brain fog. Do you notice that the following morning after a heavy meal you feel cloudy? Can you tie how you’re feeling to a stressful experience? When you experience brain fog, keep notes on what you did or ate in the previous 24 hours. Eventually, you may discover a common culprit.

2. Get better sleep. This doesn’t necessarily mean you should spend more hours in bed, but aim for improved quality. Improve sleep quality by minimizing electronic use before bedtime, cutting caffeine at least four hours before slumber, and foregoing that midnight snack.

3. Bed-time Routine. If you are on your cell phone or consuming television or some time of screen, it can interrupt your ability to get into R.E.M stages of sleep. Of course we are all guilty of the scroll in the evening on the phone, but it can definitely disrupt one’s sleep, thus leading to brain-fog.

4. Watch your food intake. Foods that contain gluten, MSG, aspartame, and even dairy may be linked to brain fog if you’re allergic or have food sensitivities.

5. Book a visit with us to get your spine and nerve system checked! If you often get headaches alongside your brain fog, we’re here to help with a gentle, focused chiropractic care. Contact us today to book your visit!