Bust Your Brain Fog and Reclaim Clarity
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Ever feel like your brain just isn’t firing on all cylinders? In this episode, we explore what’s really going on beneath the surface when it comes to brain fog, especially for women navigating midlife, and what you can do about it. From hormonal shifts and sleep disruptions to nutrition, blood sugar, stress, and even environmental toxins, we take a closer look at the many factors that can cloud mental clarity. Dr. Jenna breaks down how everything from nutrient deficiencies and gut health to mental clutter and lack of purpose can play a role. She offers practical, holistic tools to support your brain, like simple dietary shifts, grounding rituals, sleep strategies, and using movement to boost cognition. You’ll also discover why joy, calm, and a sense of direction matter more than you might think. Tune in for grounded insights and tools to help you feel more focused, sharp, and in control!
Key Points From This Episode:
- What brain fog looks like and why it shows up more often in midlife.
- How hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause affect mental clarity.
- The impact of poor sleep and circadian rhythm disruption on brain function.
- How stress shrinks the brain’s memory center and clouds your thinking.
- Ways that blood sugar swings and processed foods impact your clarity.
- Nutrient deficiencies linked to brain fog: B12, vitamin D, iron, and more.
- Why gut health and nutrient absorption are critical for brain function.
- How environmental toxins can disrupt hormones and mental clarity.
- Prioritizing movement: how it increases oxygen to the brain and improves focus.
- Food tips for mental clarity, from not skipping meals to choosing the best brain foods.
- Grounding practices like breathwork and nature to calm a foggy mind.
- Why joy, purpose, and direction are underrated tools for mental clarity.
- A reminder that brain fog is not permanent: your body is asking for support, not giving up!
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