IS YOUR HEAD IN A FOG? 4 WAYS TO CLEAR THE HAZE
Do you ever feel as if your head is in the clouds? Brain fog due to stress can make it difficult to retain information, remember little details, concentrate, and react quickly. If your mind feels a little sluggish and a bit off, here are some tips to get you feeling like yourself again! Nourish your brain. Did you know what you eat has a direct effect on your brain function? Poor food choices can negatively impact the way your brain works, but fueling it with minerals, antioxidants, and vitamins provides positive brain energy! For example, omega-3 fatty acids, iron, and vitamin B-12 are essential for memory and brain function. Are you eating foods with those nutrients? Focus on getting better sleep. According to the American Sleep Association, between 50–70 million adults in the U.S. have a sleep disorder, and this could lead to feeling
disoriented, sluggish, and mentally foggy the next day. To promote better sleep, here are some tips:
remember to breathe, smile, and laugh; and advocate for a healthy work-life balance.
Exercise regularly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, getting active is not only good for your muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, cardiovascular system, and overall health, but it can also work wonders for your cognitive health. It’s been linked to improved memory, reduced depression and anxiety, and better problem-solving. This doesn’t mean you need to be in the gym every day pumping iron! Simply walking, gardening, or swimming is enough to get your heart pumping and endorphins flowing! Being consistent is key. These tips are sure to help you combat brain fog and take care of your body so it can take care of you in the long run!
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Develop a sleep schedule.
Avoid hitting the snooze button.
Exercise once a day.
Begin dimming artificial light in the early evening.
Promote calm evenings.
Sleep in the dark.
Charge your electrical devices outside of the bedroom.
Stress less. Stress can make it difficult to form fluid
thoughts, concentrate, and become or stay motivated. In fact, when you’re stressed out, you may lose some control over yourself. To reduce your stress and combat brain fog, be realistic about your goals and what you can handle. Concentrate on just one task at a time;
WELCOME, MARISA TONLOY! North County Water and Sports Therapy Center is so excited to welcome our newest patient care coordinator, Marisa Tonloy.
Here is more about Marisa:
“I am a SoCal native who is originally from Oceanside, and I am excited to plant my roots in sunny San Diego. I have been a medical receptionist for over six years now, and I was inspired to join the medical field due to my mother, who is a medical assistant. In my free time, I enjoy live music, film, and finding new museums to explore. I am beyond excited and grateful to be a part of the North County Water and Sports Therapy team.”
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