• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Dr. Michael Veselak, D.C., CFMP

  • Home
  • Our Approach
    • About Us
    • FAQ
  • Functional Medicine
    • Autoimmunity
    • Functional Neurology
      • Brain Enhancement Program
    • Genetic Testing
      • DNA TESTING WITH ANCESTRY.COM
        • Why DNA Testing Is Important
      • MTHFR
        • Methylation
        • Interpretation
        • Epigenetics
        • Detoxification
      • Anxiety – GAD – GABA
  • Chronic Pain
    • Neuropathy
    • Spinal Stenosis
      • Sciatica
    • Spinal Decompression
    • CRPS
  • Contact Us
    • New Patient Portal
      • Metabolic Assessment Form
      • Brain Function Form
    • Online Consultations
      • Telemedicine
    • Book Appointment Online
  • Blog
    • Videos
Home » Blog » Top 5 Reasons for Brain Fog

May 16, 2016 by Dr. Michael Veselak, D.C. Leave a Comment

Top 5 Reasons for Brain Fog

Do you suffer from brain fog? That muggy feeling your brain is operating in a puddle of mud? Like life is moving in slow motion? People think brain fog is funny or normal, but it’s not. It’s a red flag that your brain is inflamed, functioning poorly, and likely degenerating too quickly.

What causes brain fog and why should you care? Consider these reasons:

1. Brain cells not communicating well with each other

Brain fog happens when brain cells, or neurons, don’t communicate well with each other. This causes brain function to slow down and diminish, giving you symptoms of brain fog.

Many factors cause neurons to fire sluggishly or not all with each other, which I’ll talk about more in this article.

When you have brain fog, you have to ask yourself, Why are my neurons not able to fire effectively?

2. Unstable blood sugar and brain fog

Blood sugar that swings too low or too high can cause brain fog. Symptoms of low blood sugar include irritability or lightheadedness between meals, cravings for sweets, waking up at 3 or 4 a.m., dependence on coffee or sugar for energy, becoming upset easily, and forgetfulness.

Symptoms of high blood sugar (insulin resistance) include fatigue after meals, constant hunger, cravings for sweets not relieved by eating them, constant thirst, frequent urination, difficulty falling asleep, and a big belly.

Blood sugar that is too low or too high means neurons are not receiving the energy they need to function, which often causes brain fog.

Unstable blood sugar is commonly caused by eating too many processed carbohydrates and sugary items, skipping meals, or chronic overeating.

Quite often relieving symptoms of brain fog can be as easy as stabilizing your blood sugar. Eat a whole foods diet based around vegetables, proteins, and healthy fats. Avoid sweets and processed foods, and keep carbohydrate consumption to a level that prevents symptoms of low or high blood sugar.

3. An unhealthy gut environment

Communication between the gut and the brain is ongoing and intimate. Bad gut health affects the brain and can cause symptoms of brain fog.

For instance, some people develop brain fog after eating certain foods, such as gluten, that trigger inflammation in the gut. If you have digestive problems, your gut may be playing a role in your brain fog.

Leaky gut is a condition in which the lining of the intestine becomes overly porous, allows undigested food particles, yeast, bacteria, and other harmful compounds to enter the bloodstream.

This triggers chronic inflammation in the gut, body, and brain, along with other health problems, such as food intolerances, pain, autoimmune disorders, skin issues, joint problems, depression, and, of course, brain fog.

4. Poor circulation and brain fog

Are your fingers, toes, and nose are cold to the touch? This may mean your brain is not receiving enough oxygen due to poor circulation.  Other symptoms of poor circulation include weak nails, fungal nail infections, low brain endurance, and cramping in the hands and feet.

Low circulation deprives the brain of oxygen and nutrients, thus causing brain fog. Factors that cause low circulation include anemia, chronic stress, hypothyroidism, low blood pressure, smoking, and blood sugar imbalances.

5. Autoimmune disease and brain fog

Autoimmunity is a disorder in which the immune system attacks and destroys body tissue. Examples include Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, Type 1 diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis.

This chronic inflammation goes on to inflame the brain, which hampers function and can cause brain fog. Brain fog is a common complaint among autoimmune sufferers.

Also, autoimmune attacks in the brain are more common than people realize. This, too, is linked with brain fog.

Don’t assume your brain fog is something to shrug off. It’s best to discover the underlying causes of brain fog and address them. This will not only give you better brain function but also help prevent dementia later in life. Ask my office for more information

Filed Under: Functional Medicine, Functional Neurology Tagged With: ADHD, adrenal fatigue, anxiety, brain, brain fog, concentration, dementia, dr. michael veselak, functional health, functional medicine, health, inflammation, nutrition, ventura county

About Dr. Michael Veselak, D.C.

Dr. Michael Veselak, D.C. has been practicing Chiropractic care in Camarillo, California for over 33 years. Throughout his experience, Dr. Veselak has recognized the importance of treating each patient based on their condition rather than their symptoms. In recent years, Dr. Michael Veselak has become a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and Board Certified in Integrative Medicine, allowing him to evaluate each patient neurologically and metabolically, as well as from a chiropractic standpoint. In doing so, Dr. Veselak has seen tremendous success in his patients suffering from chronic conditions such as Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Spinal Stenosis, Degenerative Disc Problems, and Thyroid Disorders.

Using state-of-the-art technology, such a Cold Laser, Hako-Med, Spinal Decompression, Vibration Therapy and Brain-based exercises, Dr. Michael Veselak has witnessed profound effects with various chronic conditions. It is his mission to leave no stone unturned in getting to the root cause of your pain, rather than merely treating the symptoms with medications.

If you or someone you know is suffering from a chronic condition, please contact Dr. Michael Veselak at (805) 482-0723.

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Primary Sidebar

Schedule Your Appointment Today!

Make an Online Appointment

Download the Free ebook on Autoimmunity




Hours:

Monday 8AM–12PM, 2–6PM
Tuesday 2–5PM
Wednesday 8AM–12PM, 2–6PM
Thursday 8AM–12PM, 2–5PM
Friday 8AM–1PM

Nutritional Store

Purchase products through our Fullscript virtual dispensary.

Neuropathy Testimonial

https://vimeo.com/165342847?loop=0

Chronic Pain Testimonial

https://vimeo.com/165342297?loop=0

Testimonial

"Dr. Michael Veselak and his spinal decompression clinic have changed my life in a way I never would have thought possible. Now, five weeks after I started my treatment, I'm back to my very active lifestyle. During my entire treatment, I've been completely medication free. I couldn't have done it without Dr. Veselak. I would highly recommend this treatment to anyone faced with surgery as their only option or people that have chronic neck and/or back pain. This is an option you cannot afford to pass up." - Umrao M.

Recent Posts

  • Chronic Back Pain Troubling You? Spinal Decompression Therapy Will Help
  • Inflammation and Anxiety: Is There a Link?
  • Stop Fuelling Your Day With Caffeine: Best Detox Tips From Functional Medicine Doctor In Ojai
  • The Complex Web of Autoimmunity
  • Avoid NSAIDS If You Have Coronavirus

Footer

A Comprehensive Approach

As a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and Board Certified in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Veselak has found that successful treatment is the result of finding the source of the problem, and not covering the symptoms with medications.

With all chronic pain patients there is an underlying component that must be addressed if the patient is ever going to respond to conservative care and live a life without medications.

Learn more about our practice!.

Sitemap

Phone : (805) 482-0723 

Email : [email protected]

Recent Posts

  • Chronic Back Pain Troubling You? Spinal Decompression Therapy Will Help
  • Inflammation and Anxiety: Is There a Link?
  • Stop Fuelling Your Day With Caffeine: Best Detox Tips From Functional Medicine Doctor In Ojai
  • The Complex Web of Autoimmunity
  • Avoid NSAIDS If You Have Coronavirus
  • Avoid Elderberry in Viral Prevention Protocols
  • Sulforaphane Is Effective in Building immune System
  • Coronavirus: Action Steps To Support The Immune System

Hours:

Monday 8AM–12PM, 1–5PM
Tuesday 8am-12pm, 2–5PM
Wednesday 8AM–12PM, 1–5PM
Thursday 8AM–12PM, 2–5PM
Friday 8AM–1PM

Schedule Your Appointment Today!

Make an Online Appointment

 

COPYRIGHT © 2021 DR. MICHAEL VESELAK