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If you’re finding yourself feeling mentally foggy and unable to concentrate, you could be suffering from brain fog.
Brain fog brings on symptoms like memory issues, a lack of mental clarity and difficulty focusing. You might feel like you’re literally in a fog; you can also feel sluggish and exhausted. It’s kind of like having brain fatigue, making it difficult to get through the day even if you’re feeling otherwise healthy.
There are a number of potential causes for brain fog – and ways you can find relief.
What Causes Brain Fog?
Brain fog typically doesn’t appear as a standalone health concern. It’s a symptom that’s linked to a few different underlying causes.
A number of health changes can result in brain fog. Hormonal changes, like those that happen during pregnancy or menopause, can cause it. Certain medications, such as blood pressure medications or chemotherapy drugs, can bring it on. A number of medical conditions are also known to cause brain fog. It’s particularly common in conditions that are tied to inflammation and blood glucose…
