Are you in a state of confusion?

You could be suffering from "brain fog" by Dr. Scott Conard, M.D.

Find out what it is and how you can protect against it

"Brain fog" is one of the most commonly used, yet misunderstood, terms around. We've all said, "I feel like I'm in a fog today" or "I'm just not thinking clearly." In many cases this "brain fog" is a temporary state that will go away after we've rested, removed ourselves from a stressful situation, or restored our energy with a healthy meal.

condition that seriously affects our quality of life.
"Brain fog" is often defined as a "wooly" sensation in the brain that hampers clear thinking. Common symptoms of this condition include mental confusion, disorganized thoughts or literally feeling like a cloud is surrounding you. At its most extreme, "brain fog" may trigger feelings of detachment, discouragement and depression. It could also be an early sign of such psychiatric disorders as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or clinical depression.

If you suffer from "brain fog," you are not alone.
Although this is not a medical term, and to my knowledge no studies have been done on it, "brain fog" is very common, affecting people of all ages, from children to adults. It can be a major contributor to problems at work and school, low self-esteem, accidents or unhappy relationships.

"Brain fog"can be one of the first
symptoms of B-12 deficiency It may be an indication that communication signals within the brain may be poor. There are many other reasons for "brain fog" that one must consider - physical, biochemical, emotional and even spiritual. These are some of the most common reasons:

Fatigue
Many people with "brain fog" are simply tired. The brain requires a lot of energy to function properly, so when energy lags, the brain often suffers. Common causes for being overtired include not getting enough sleep, chronic infections, poor nutrition or stressful relationships at home or work.

Adrenal exhaustion or "burnout"
Chronic stress can lead to a feeling of "burnout." Some suffering from this are diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). To recover from this condition, you need a complete program of diet, nutritional supplements and rest.

Food and chemical reactions
A variety of foods and chemicals can cause "brain fog." For example, artificial sweeteners are notorious for causing "brain fog," fatigue and dizziness in sensitive people. This can be a significant challenge in that artificial sweeteners are found in over 5,000 products and affect about 25% of North Americans. Food additives, such as MSG, may produce adverse reactions in some people. Caffeine can also be a culprit, because it's a stimulant that gives a short term boost, but later can lead to a let down and fatigue.

Nutrient deficiencies
The brain requires many different nutrients, including proteins, high quality fats, vitamins and over two dozen minerals. Vitamin B-12 deficiency is common and can cause symptoms of

"brain fog," irritability and stupor. But this can be simply repaired by taking Sublingual B-12.

Toxic metals
Toxic metals are another contributor. Take copper, for example. There are many men and women who have elevated copper levels that can cause "brain fog." Vegetarian diets tend to be high in copper and low in zinc, a mineral that balances copper. The best way to correct a copper imbalance is with a complete nutritional program. Other metals that can cause "brain fog" include mercury, aluminum and lead. Mercury toxicity has occurred because of contaminated tuna. Aluminum is added to table salt and drinking water and is even found in anti-perspirants, antacids and many cosmetics.

lack of grounding or "social distraction syndrome"
A lot of people easily fit into this classification. Lack of grounding refers to people who are over-stimulated, easily distracted and whose attention wanders. A good solution: slow down and smell the roses. Also follow TriVita's 10 Essentials for Health and Wellness because they allow you to take modest steps that can dramatically improve your overall health and wellness.

How you can protect yourself against "brain fog" Rest more Practically everyone with "brain fog" needs more rest and sleep. Most adults should try to get from seven to eight hours of sleep nightly.

Improve your diet and living habits
Whenever possible, eliminate junk food, excessive sugar and processed foods with higher artificial chemicals and preservatives. Drink plenty of clean, fresh water and exercise gently each day. Eat relaxed, sit-down meals and sit for 10 minutes after each meal before returning to work or other activities.

Pray or meditate on a regular basis
The use of affirmations, inspirational reading and other techniques may also help control unwanted thoughts and emotions stemming from "brain fog."

Remember, all these factors - diet, lifestyle, infections, toxic metals, chemicals and psychological and emotional traumas - can contribute to "brain fog." Controlling these stress factors is an important way to prevent it. And since B-12 deficiency is one of the first signs of "brain fog," make sure you supplement with TriVita's Sublingual B-12 on a daily basis.

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