Brain
Fog
Memory problems — colloquially called brain fog — are one of the most common brain-related, long-COVID symptoms. Compared with those in the control groups, people who contracted the virus were at a 77% increased risk of developing memory problems. “These problems resolve in some people but persist in many others,
Interestingly, the researchers noted an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease among those infected with the virus. There were two more cases of Alzheimer’s per 1,000 people with COVID-19 compared with the control groups.
What they suspect is happening is that people who have a predisposition to Alzheimer’s may be pushed over the edge by COVID, meaning they’re on a faster track to develop the disease. It’s rare but concerning.
Causes
Consistent diet of processed foods delivers far less nutrients and probiotics needed for clearer cognitive functions.
3 out of 4 Americans consume an inadequate amount of water daily, leaving them susceptible to lower quality mental & physical health
An out of shape body can contribute to clouding of consciousness. 36% of American adults aged 20 or older are obese, 42% of these being middle aged women.
The 24/7 connectivity leads to stress and anxiety, and brain starts to perform like a car stuck in mud.
1 in every 3 US adults doesn’t get a healthy amount of sleep.
Natural Solutions
A clean diet and natural supplements are the way to go. Vitamins such as B1, B3, B5 & B12 found in Focusene have as primary effect improving memory, focus and learning.
Active lifestyles are linked to parts of the brain that influence intelligence and release chemicals that help brain functions. Ride the bicycle to work, take the stairs, exercise during media breaks.
Reading is one of the most effective ways to train the brain. There are a lot of online resources for brain exercises and online games (such as Lumosity).
7-9 hours of sleep each night. Insomnia and anxiety sometimes prevent that, but can be fought with Sleep Fast Melatonin Spray.
Controlled mindfulness is the clearing of mental fog. Might take a while to get there but the results are astounding.
TBI Brain Fog Testimonial | Jeff Schreiber, Utah Study Participant, Team USA Triathlete
Jeff Schreiber, a Team USA Triathlon competitor and a former NFL player that suffered from brain fog-like concussion symptoms shares his experience with the Vielight Neuro Gamma at the University of Utah.