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Brain fog? Here’s what’s really going on in your head.
Brain Fog Explained — and How to Clear It Fast
Hi,
Ever feel like your brain is wrapped in cotton?
You’re awake… but your mind feels slow, unfocused, or foggy?
That’s not normal – and your body is trying to tell you something.
Let’s break it down.
⚠️ What Brain Fog Really Is
Brain fog isn’t a medical condition.
It’s a neurobiological signal that your system is overloaded or out of sync.
Common causes include:
🛑 Inflammation (especially gut-brain-related)
😴 Sleep debt or low deep-sleep quality
💥 Blood sugar crashes
📱 Dopamine overstimulation (hello Instagram scroll...)
🧯 Chronic stress & cortisol imbalances
✅ How to Clear It – Fast
1. Move your body for 5–10 minutes
✔️ Walking, bouncing, or light mobility stimulates blood flow & BDNF (a brain repair molecule).
2. Hydrate + Salt + Magnesium
✔️ Brain fog often starts with low electrolytes. Add pink salt or magnesium glycinate to your water.
3. Do a “dopamine pause”
✔️ Put your phone away for 15 minutes. No input. Let your brain reset its reward threshold.
🧬 Bonus Hack (Optional Lab Test):
Check your homocysteine, CRP, and Vitamin B12 – these often correlate with fog, fatigue & slow cognition.
You don’t need another energy drink.
You need a clean signal between your body and brain.
Clear the fog. Reclaim your clarity.
Stay sharp,
-Neurotweak