Brain Fog (and how to clear it)

Do you ever feel like your brain just isn’t firing on all cylinders?

Maybe you have difficulty concentrating or lose your train of thought mid-sentence. Or your mind just feels sluggish and mentally drained, even after a decent night's sleep. If so, you might be experiencing what’s commonly called brain fog — and you’re definitely not alone.

🧠 What is Brain Fog?

Brain fog is a common experience of mental cloudiness, where thinking feels slow, memory slips, and focus is hard to maintain. It’s not a medical condition itself but a sign your brain is under stress — from poor sleep, hormones, stress, nutrient gaps, or even low-grade neuro-inflammation.

Let’s break down the signs and the sneaky causes behind that cloudy feeling — plus what you can do to clear it naturally. 🌿

☁️ 5 Signs You Might Be Experiencing Brain Fog:

❓ “I lose track of what I’m doing, even in the middle of tasks.”

❓ “I walk into rooms and forget why I went there.”

❓ “My brain feels tired and slow, even when my body isn’t.”

❓ “I struggle to find the right words or make decisions quickly.”

❓ “It feels like there’s a fog or cloud in my head — I just don’t feel mentally clear.”

If you nodded yes to a few of these, read on — your brain is asking for a little extra support.

⚡ 5 Sneaky Causes of Brain Fog (Especially After 40)

1. Chronic Stress

Ongoing stress floods your brain with cortisol, a hormone that, in high amounts, actually dulls memory, slows thinking, and impairs focus. That wired-but-tired feeling? Stress is often to blame.

2. Poor Sleep Quality

Your brain does its nightly "housekeeping" while you sleep, clearing out waste and resetting for the next day. If you’re not getting deep, restorative sleep, brain fog creeps in fast.

3. Hormonal Shifts

Changes in estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid hormones (hello, perimenopause and andropause!) can impact brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine — leading to mood dips and mental cloudiness.

4. Nutrient Deficiencies

Low levels of brain-beneficial flavonoids, B vitamins, omega-3s, iron, and antioxidants leave your brain under-fuelled and sluggish. Many people don’t realise their diet (or absorption issues) are quietly draining their brain power.

5. Neuro-Inflammation

Emerging research shows that chronic low-grade inflammation in the brain — called neuro-inflammation — can interfere with how brain cells communicate. This can trigger that foggy, slow feeling many people describe.

🌤️ Clear the Fog: Natural Ways to Feel Sharp Again

✅ Support brain health daily with nutrients and plant compounds known to reduce neuro-inflammation and boost brain energy (like neuro-flavonoids found in citrus, berries, and special herbs).

✅ Tame stress with calming practices and adaptogens like ashwagandha and holy basil.

✅ Prioritise sleep — even 30 extra minutes of quality rest at night or a power nap during the day can make a difference.

✅ Balance blood sugar with steady, whole-food meals.

✅ Move daily — physical activity clears out stress hormones and boosts oxygen to your brain.

✅ Hydration! Even just a 1-3% drop in hydration can negatively affect your brain’s performance. Aim for half a litre per 15kgs of body weight daily to maintain hydration.

 

☀️ Ready to Clear the Clouds?

Small, consistent steps (plus smart supplementation) can help you reclaim your clarity, focus, and spark.

Explore our Brain Health Formula — crafted with powerful natural ingredients including neuro-flavonoids, to nourish your brain, reduce brain fog, and help you feel like you again.

✨ Better brain days are waiting. Start with one small step today.

Brain Fog FAQ

Q: Is brain fog a medical condition?	A: No, brain fog is not a disease but a sign your brain is under stress. It can be linked to sleep, stress, hormones, nutrition, or inflammation.
Q: Can brain fog go away on its own?	A: Yes! When you address the root causes — like improving sleep, reducing stress, and boosting nutrients — many people notice their mental clarity return.
Q: Is neuro-inflammation serious?	A: Chronic neuro-inflammation can affect brain health over time. Luckily, diet, lifestyle, and specific nutrients and neuro-flavonoids can help calm it and support brain function.
Q: Are supplements helpful for brain fog?	A: Some supplements with brain-friendly nutrients and herbs (like neuro-flavonoids, omega-3s, or adaptogens such as holy basil and ashwagandha) can help reduce fog and improve focus.
Q: How long can it take to feel better?	A: Some people notice clearer thinking in days, while deeper brain support may longer and more consistent care.

 

Written by Megan Wilks, Founder and Chief Vitality Officer at The Vitalogy Project, Neuroscientist and Natural Medicine Practitioner.