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5 supplements that may help reduce brain fog

In a world of constant distractions and crippling anxiety, we all feel overwhelmed at times. We have days when we feel confused, find it hard to concentrate on our work or constantly make silly mistakes that impact our productivity and performance. But when it becomes a regular thing and starts interfering with your daily life, it indicates a serious underlying issue like brain fog.

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​What is brain fog?

Brain fog is a term to define a group of symptoms like fading memory, inability to concentrate, difficulty processing information, fatigue, and scattered thoughts. It is not a medical term, just used in a general sense. Brain fog which happens due to stress or anxiety goes on its own after a while. But the ones that occur due to underlying health conditions like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, autism spectrum disorder, celiac disease, and neuropsychiatric disorders may require proper medical care. Brain fog is also one of the symptoms of COVID-19. Many researches suggest that those who are infected with coronavirus suffer from brain fog even post-recovery. One of the ways to overcome the issue of brain fog is by taking supplements. Here are 5 supplements that can help you with the issue of brain fog.

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Vitamn D

The sunshine vitamin is required by our body to strengthen bones, boost immunity and improve brain health. Deficiency of this nutrient is linked with depression and mood changes. Getting a sufficient amount of vitamin D from sunlight can reduce the inflammation in the brain and increase its efficiency. Research suggests that taking supplements of vitamin D when suffering from any mental condition may help to improve depressive symptoms, including brain fog, help you get rid of negative thoughts and reduce the risk of anxiety and depression. The best source of Vitamin D is the sunray. Spending 30 minutes in the sunlight can get the daily recommended amount of the D vitamin. This nutrient is found in limited quantities in animal-based food products, dairy, mushroom and okra.

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​Omega-3s

Fat does not really enjoy a good reputation, but not all kinds of fat are bad for health. Taking healthy fats like Omega-3 fatty acids can support your health in many ways. It can increase concentration, lift your mood, boost memory power and also help your shed kilos. This supplement is also effective for those suffering from anxiety and chronic stress. Healthy fats improve brain cell health and brain cell communication, making you think better and take conscious decisions. You can get this nutrient from natural products like nuts, seeds, fish and ghee. But if you are unable to meet the daily need from your diet, then go for supplements.

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​Vitamin C

Citric fruits are the greatest source of Vitamin C, a nutrient that is known to boost immunity and protect your memory from fading away with age. According to a small study, sufficient intake of Vitamin can help to improve concentration, reaction time, focus and reduce episodes of mood swings. Deficiency of this nutrient is linked to depression and cognitive impairment. Adding oranges, gooseberry and tomato to the diet can help to get the maximum amount of the C vitamin from the diet. In case of deficiency of this nutrient, it is better to take supplements.

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​Magnesium

Magnesium is a trace mineral that means our body requires it in a small amount. Even then it has several important roles to play in keeping you mentally and physically healthy. Magnesium is required by the body to activate several enzymes responsible for producing energy from the food we eat, keep our nerves healthy and regulate the blood pressure level. The deficiency of this mineral may cause issues like brain fog and poor concentration levels. Even people dealing with magnesium deficiency are also prone to suffer from anxiety and chronic stress. Magnesium is found in abundance in green vegetable nuts, seeds, dry beans, whole grains, wheat germ, wheat and oat bran. You can also take supplements after consulting with your doctor.

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Vitamin K

Studies suggest that taking a sufficient amount of Vitamin E can help with brain health by reducing oxidative stress. Some specific kinds of vitamin E like DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate act as antioxidants and help to reduce free radical damage and fight inflammation. It has been proven in many studies that oxidative stress that may affect brain health in both the short and long term. To get a sufficient amount of vitamin E, you may take nuts and seeds, wheat gram and plant-based oil. Supplements can also be a great option.

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