What Causes Brain Fog and How to Get Rid of It According to Science

If you're wondering what causes brain fog and how to get rid of it, you might be surprised to know it has a lot to do with your gut.

Brain fog is one of the most frustrating symptoms, and one I have dealt with personally. And many are struggling with it post-pandemic.

Fortunately, by improving gut health, you can often get rid of brain fog. So let me explain why with recent research that shows why this happens and how you can get better results in clearing brain fog.

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[kojirosasaki]

Basically go keto don't eat bread or sugar. Saved you 5 mins

[tubeverse]

The best doctor who atleast answers questions in comments.

[sridharmangalarapu]

I'm connecting to this situation. Whenever i eat full stomach that's when I experience extreme brain fog. I experience all the symptoms told by the doctor. I'll follow his instructions and see.

[megmucklebones]

This is so true, I can eat a yoghurt and within 2 minutes have brain fog, its ruined my fking life, ruined my career - I'm basically stuck in doors unable to get on. Feel so depressed.

[ChasTerran]

I have so much brain fog and gut issues as well as depression, anxiety, high blood pressure. I can't lead a normal life, been out of work for years and can't drive on the highway!! I'm so fucking sick of this shit..I don't think I'll ever be normal again. I've watched so many videos trying to get help but YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE WHO HAS HIT HOW I FEEL AND WHAT IS AFFECTING ME...Thank you for this

[Bigjamez]

Can brain fog feel like derealization? To me this brain fog feels like I’m in a dream but awake if that makes sense . Like disoriented but not dizzy or something .

[rubywarda]

I suffer from IBS and the Low FODMAP diet helped me a lot. I suggest adding resisting starch to your diet as well. I see I difference in my mood, thoughts and behavior when I derail on the diet.

[roboko]

You know it's funny i searched about how to reduce brain fog today and the first video is this. And then I remember in the morning I was having a weird feeling with the gut. I never thought to put the two together! This might help me.

[guineabable]

Nothing like a buff doctor to make your day better

[hellegilbert]

Thank you I have brain fog and gut issues but I never linked them.

[Mascotal]

Heavy doses of antibiotics will also screw up your digestive system by killing off good bacteria. Nobody ever told me that when I was in the hospital and I suffered for a long time. Or, maybe they did tell me but my brain fog didn't let me hear it.

[frankiegee]

I have been suffering from Brain Fog since October 2018 and have not cured it. Had a MRI of my brain and blood work and I’m fine. Initially, I though I was suffering from on set of Dementia at an early age. I guess this condition may have started from my gut. I notice that if I eat breads or pasta my condition worsens. I am at a total doctor thinks I’m over reacting.

[rosewood]

I found that by doing The Buteyko Method of breathing, I eliminated my brain fog. There are videos here on YouTube. It is easy and just takes minutes.

[danielleknight]

Can brain fog cause feelings of severe For the past year I have severe symptoms and do not feel like things around me or myself are real. It’s like the world is in slow motion and I am cognitively confused. Please help 🙏

[chaudiep]

Thank you a lot. I ate some bitcuits made from wheat flour a couple of days, even though i'm having gastritis and bloating. I started to feel brain fog when studying. Now i know why

[kianureeves]

For everyone who suffers from this all his life. You know people tend to tell you, it's because of depression etc. IT IS NOT. I went on a mission to find out, since im psychologist myself people told me my diarrhea is linked to
irritable colon. I have build up a pretty decent life and the only thing I never controlled was my diet. This is why I went on a strict beef salt and water diet only, inspired by Jordan B. Peterson. The outcome was I no longer have diarrhea, but way more important NO MORE BRAIN FOG. I am getting to the peak of my own potential of performance. I don't wanna sell you an agenda. Just try 30 days beef only diet or at least carnivore. You will be reborn.

[ceilconstante]

Thank you so much for a short and inforitive video! When you have brain fog, it's hard to focus.for very long! I just subscribed.

[nuurali]

Many thanks, Dr Michael - your recommendations are appreciated much!

I personally had the worst brain fog one can imagine in the last 10 years and other gut issues and this method seems to help. I'm on day 3 following your recommendations and feel much better already.
My energy is back as well as a much clearer brain and less unpleasant feeling from my gut. One more thing I wanna mention is that I struggled to fall asleep during those 3 days ( maybe it's the much energy I got suddenly) and I took sleep promoting supplement (Valerina Forte) and I immediately felt discomfort in my stomach and when I saw the labelling, it says contains Lactose monohydrate (milk sugar) and that may be the fallback. I now throw the tablets in the garbage and will continue the process which I believe works well for me!

f anyone tries this method (low FODMAP diet) let us know your experience!

[annitap]

I've been on a dairy free carnivore diet for months and my brain fog hasn't improved. I don't tolerate most carbs. Can't find relief...

[Intwodeep]

After 3 years of hell a Dr finally listened lupus and chrons after 2 c0vid infection feels like I'm losing my mind terrible brain fog fatigue