Back Clinic Nerve Injury Team. Nerves are fragile and can be damaged by pressure, stretching, or cutting. Injury to a nerve can stop signals to and from the brain, causing muscles not to work properly and losing feeling in the injured area. The nervous system manages a great majority of the body’s functions, from regulating an individual’s breathing to controlling their muscles as well as sensing heat and cold. But, when trauma from an injury or an underlying condition causes nerve injury, an individual’s quality of life may be greatly affected. Dr. Alex Jimenez explains various concepts through his collection of archives revolving around the types of injuries and condition which can cause nerve complications as well as discuss the different form of treatments and solutions to ease nerve pain and restore the individual’s quality of life.
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How high is your stress level? How often do you feel overwhelmed? Anxiety is a well-known health issue that is, unfortunately, often misunderstood, especially when it manifests other misunderstood symptoms like brain fog. � Brain fog is commonly associated with reduced thinking and processing while anxiety is frequently associated with racing thoughts that can make people overly cautious as well as worries that can keep people awake, wired, and restless. How does anxiety cause brain fog? The purpose of the following article is to understand brain fog associated with anxiety. �
How Does Brain Fog with Anxiety Happen?
Brain fog is a symptom rather than a single health issue. It�s described as the sensation that your brain isn’t functioning properly. Anxiety involves symptoms of overthinking, excessive worrying, imagining negative outcomes, and fear. � Brain fog and anxiety happens because the symptoms of one health issue can ultimately cause the symptoms of the other health issue and vice versa. This can also worsen both conditions. Brain fog and anxiety can cause an infinite loop. �
Anxiety involves �what-ifs,� ruminations, and negative thinking
This can then lead to mental exhaustion or fatigue
Fatigue can also develop brain fog
Brain fog can in turn increase anxiety because it feels frightening, worrisome
Increased anxiety causes this cycle to repeat, seemingly endlessly
Brain fog associated with anxiety may vary from person to person. Several people will experience it often while others will experience it less frequently. It can also come and go quickly, or it can ultimately last for days, weeks, and even months. � Evaluating the symptoms and the causes of brain fog and anxiety will provide insights that can be used for treatment. �
Symptoms of Brain Fog with Anxiety
Brain fog and anxiety share a common symptom, frequently referred to as fatigue or tiredness. Brain fog, anxiety, and fatigue are well-known symptoms that are often connected. However, fatigue is believed to be at the heart of brain fog and anxiety. � Anxiety appears to take control of our entire brain and aggravates thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Living in a state of constant anxiety is exhausting. Moreover, anxiety can cause sleeping problems. Fatigue can lead directly to brain fog. � Common symptoms of brain fog, anxiety, and fatigue can ultimately include: �
Difficulty concentrating and focusing
Muddled, unclear thoughts
Short-term memory problems
Difficulty reasoning logically
Trouble processing, storing, and retrieving information
Living in a fog that makes grasping comments, instructions, and conversations challenging
The vague sense that you just feel �off� but can�t do anything about it
Causes of Brain Fog with Anxiety
The brain fog that occurs with anxiety can have several causes, including: �
The�symptoms of anxiety, as previously discussed above
The brain�s mental, physical, and emotional response to anxiety
Stress as well as stress hormones and other substances or chemicals.
Understanding the cause of brain fog with anxiety can increase awareness of why these health issues can develop. � The brain�s own reaction to anxiety can also make it feel tired and foggy. The fight-or-flight response is an automatic fear response. The brain reacts in response to an extreme stressor to prepare to either stay and fight or run away to safety. �
Activity in the cortex, the area of rational thinking, decreases, which leads to the inability to think properly
Activity in the hippocampus, the area responsible for learning and memory, is suppressed, causing confusion
Activity in the amygdala accelerates to keep you hypervigilant and ready to leap before you look
The brain also controls the production of hormones in reaction to stress and anxiety. Cortisol, adrenaline, and norepinephrine travel through the brain and the body to keep you alert and ready for action but when these hormones are triggered for too long or in quantities that are too high, they overwhelm and exhaust the brain, causing brain fog. �
Treatment for Brain Fog and Anxiety
The best treatment for brain fog associated with anxiety is to treat it at its source. It’s essential to understand the symptoms of both brain fog and anxiety as well as take steps to reduce other symptoms like fatigue. Furthermore, know what is causing your symptoms so you can ultimately make positive changes to reduce them or even eliminate them, including: �
Develop stress management strategies
Take measures to increase the amount and quality of sleep
Address your anxiety, either with a therapist or other qualified healthcare professional
Listen to your body and brain; participate and engage in exercise, yoga, mindfulness, and meditation
� Brain fog and anxiety can be difficult. But by actively working on them, you can reduce both and promote overall well-being. �
Anxiety can commonly cause a variety of symptoms, including brain fog. Although it may seem like brain fog and anxiety are two separate as well as different health issues, they are frequently connected. Both anxiety and brain fog can cause concentration, focus, and memory problems, and stress is considered to be one of the most well-known causes of brain fog associated with anxiety. Treatment for anxiety and brain fog often involves treating the underlying source of the health issues. – Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C., C.C.S.T. Insight
Neurotransmitter Assessment Form
The following Neurotransmitter Assessment Form can be filled out and presented to Dr. Alex Jimenez. Symptoms listed on this form are not intended to be utilized as a diagnosis of any type of disease, condition, or any other type of health issue. �
In honor of Governor Abbott’s proclamation, October is Chiropractic Health Month. Learn more about the proposal. �
How high is your stress level? How often do you feel overwhelmed? Anxiety is a well-known health issue that is, unfortunately, often misunderstood, especially when it manifests other misunderstood symptoms like brain fog. � Brain fog is commonly associated with reduced thinking and processing while anxiety is frequently associated with racing thoughts that can make people overly cautious as well as worries that can keep people awake, wired, and restless. How does anxiety cause brain fog? The purpose of the following article is to understand brain fog associated with anxiety. �
The scope of our information is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal and nervous health issues or functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We use functional health protocols to treat injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. To further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900 . �
Curated by Dr. Alex Jimenez �
Additional Topic Discussion: Chronic Pain
Sudden pain is a natural response of the nervous system which helps to demonstrate possible injury. By way of instance, pain signals travel from an injured region through the nerves and spinal cord to the brain. Pain is generally less severe as the injury heals, however, chronic pain is different than the average type of pain. With chronic pain, the human body will continue sending pain signals to the brain, regardless if the injury has healed. Chronic pain can last for several weeks to even several years. Chronic pain can tremendously affect a patient’s mobility and it can reduce flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Neural Zoomer Plus for Neurological Disease
Dr. Alex Jimenez utilizes a series of tests to help evaluate neurological diseases. The Neural ZoomerTM Plus is an array of neurological autoantibodies which offers specific antibody-to-antigen recognition. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus is designed to assess an individual�s reactivity to 48 neurological antigens with connections to a variety of neurologically related diseases. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus aims to reduce neurological conditions by empowering patients and physicians with a vital resource for early risk detection and an enhanced focus on personalized primary prevention. �
Formulas for Methylation Support
XYMOGEN�s Exclusive Professional Formulas are available through select licensed health care professionals. The internet sale and discounting of XYMOGEN formulas are strictly prohibited.
Proudly,�Dr. Alexander Jimenez makes XYMOGEN formulas available only to patients under our care.
Please call our office in order for us to assign a doctor consultation for immediate access.
If you are a patient of Injury Medical & Chiropractic�Clinic, you may inquire about XYMOGEN by calling 915-850-0900.
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For your convenience and review of the XYMOGEN products please review the following link. *XYMOGEN-Catalog-Download �
* All of the above XYMOGEN policies remain strictly in force.
How often do you feel you have something that must be done? How often do you have difficulty concentrating before eating? Do you suffer from headaches and/or migraines? Head pain is commonly characterized by a variety of symptoms, including pain and discomfort, photophobia or light sensitivity, dizziness, lethargy, and mood changes. However, one of the most common symptoms of head pain is brain fog, which also causes its own variety of symptoms. In the following article, we will discuss brain fog associated with head pain and pressure as well as the common cause of brain fog and headache/migraine. �
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Many patients will commonly visit healthcare professionals reporting mild or moderate head pain and pressure as well as a variety of other symptoms, such as brain fog, fatigue, and even vision problems, among others.� The patients frequently experience a “constant cloud” over their brain and they generally never have a clear head or mental clarity. Many patients will commonly report numerous other symptoms, including poor short-term memory, detachment from reality, sharp pain and discomfort in the head, and ringing in the ears. Many others report anxiety, caused or worsened by the symptoms. �
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Brain Fog and Head Pain
The first approach towards characterizing brain fog associated with head pain is to make sure it’s not caused by a secondary headache or a headache with an identifiable cause. Several types of head pain are more severe than others, such as giant cell arteritis or inflammation of the arteries that run along the temples, raised blood pressure or hypertension,�brain hemorrhage, brain infections like encephalitis, increased pressure in the fluid of the brain or raised intracranial pressure, and brain tumors. Less severe types of head pain include�carbon monoxide poisoning, taking too many painkillers or medication-overuse headache, disorders of the joints of the jaw or temporomandibular joint disorders, dental problems, and sinus infections or sinusitis. Below, we will discuss several of the most common causes of brain fog associated with head pain.
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Causes of Brain Fog and Head Pain
Researchers and healthcare professionals have offered their own hypotheses for why brain fog occurs with head pain, based on their own knowledge and experiences. They believe that brain fog and head pain occur due to epilepsy, overactive parathyroid glands or hyperparathyroidism, overactive thyroid gland or thyrotoxicosis, and brain circulation problems. Researchers and healthcare professionals also suggest it could be due to a vitamin B12 deficiency. Fortunately, the utilization of CT and MRI brain scans, heart tracing, EEG and blood tests, can be utilized to rule out many of these health issues.
Moreover, several health issues require specific tests and evaluations. These include tests for lupus or an inflammatory disorder, magnesium deficiency, zinc deficiency,�Lyme disease or an infection resulting from a tick bite, and postural tachycardia syndrome or an increase in heart rate on standing. Many researchers and healthcare professionals also recommend a detailed examination and investigation of a misalignment or subluxation of the neck or cervical spine. �
If all these tests and evaluations return as normal, then the next approach towards characterizing brain fog associated with head pain is to make sure it’s not caused by a primary headache or a headache without an underlying secondary cause. Primary headaches are diagnosed in 9 out of 10 cases of head pain and pressure. The most common types of primary headaches include tension-type headache,�migraine, and daily persistent headache. Diagnosis depends on the pattern of symptoms as well as examinations and investigations to rule out underlying causes. Although there are specific treatment options for several primary headaches like migraines, in many instances, treatment is frequently a matter of trial and error. �
Furthermore, despite the best efforts of researchers and healthcare professionals as well as comprehensive examinations and investigations, many people who suffer from brain fog associated with head pain and pressure are still left without any explanation for their symptoms. Researchers and healthcare professionals have a name even for this type of brain fog-related head pain known as medically unexplained symptoms or MUS. This ultimately means exactly what reads as: no one is denying that the person has the symptoms, but doctors have been unable to find a medical condition to explain them. �
Several people with MUS undoubtedly do have stress, anxiety, and even depression whether as a result of the symptoms or as a cause of the symptoms. Researchers and healthcare professionals recommend continuing to pursue psychological support if you have brain fog and head pain, as this may help to relieve a potential cause as well as helping to cope with the symptoms. Cognitive-behavioral therapy�would be ideal for this purpose, as would�mindful awareness, a technique that would arm people with a way of deflecting their mind away from their troubling symptoms, improving overall well-being. �
Brain fog can make people feel as if they’re not able to focus or concentrate accordingly and it’s commonly accompanied by head pain, fatigue and even vision problems. While brain fog is a symptom rather than a single health issue, it can be a cause or be caused by other underlying health issues. Head pain and pressure can have a variety of symptoms on its own but head pain-related brain fog has a whole different variety of symptoms. Understanding brain fog associated with head pain and pressure as well as what you can do about the symptoms can help manage brain fog symptoms and promote overall brain health and wellness. – Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C., C.C.S.T. Insight
Neurotransmitter Assessment Form
The following Neurotransmitter Assessment Form can be filled out and presented to Dr. Alex Jimenez. Symptoms listed on this form are not intended to be utilized as a diagnosis of any type of disease, condition, or any other type of health issue. �
In honor of Governor Abbott’s proclamation, October is Chiropractic Health Month. Learn more about the proposal. �
How often do you feel you have something that must be done? How often do you have difficulty concentrating before eating? Do you suffer from headaches and/or migraines? Head pain is commonly characterized by a variety of symptoms, including pain and discomfort, photophobia or light sensitivity, dizziness, lethargy, and mood changes. However, one of the most common symptoms of head pain is brain fog, which also causes its own variety of symptoms. In the following article, we will discuss brain fog associated with head pain and pressure as well as the common cause of brain fog and headache/migraine. �
The scope of our information is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal and nervous health issues or functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We use functional health protocols to treat injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. To further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900 . �
Curated by Dr. Alex Jimenez �
Additional Topic Discussion: Chronic Pain
Sudden pain is a natural response of the nervous system which helps to demonstrate possible injury. By way of instance, pain signals travel from an injured region through the nerves and spinal cord to the brain. Pain is generally less severe as the injury heals, however, chronic pain is different than the average type of pain. With chronic pain, the human body will continue sending pain signals to the brain, regardless if the injury has healed. Chronic pain can last for several weeks to even several years. Chronic pain can tremendously affect a patient’s mobility and it can reduce flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Neural Zoomer Plus for Neurological Disease
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Dr. Alex Jimenez utilizes a series of tests to help evaluate neurological diseases. The Neural ZoomerTM Plus is an array of neurological autoantibodies which offers specific antibody-to-antigen recognition. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus is designed to assess an individual�s reactivity to 48 neurological antigens with connections to a variety of neurologically related diseases. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus aims to reduce neurological conditions by empowering patients and physicians with a vital resource for early risk detection and an enhanced focus on personalized primary prevention. �
Formulas for Methylation Support
XYMOGEN�s Exclusive Professional Formulas are available through select licensed health care professionals. The internet sale and discounting of XYMOGEN formulas are strictly prohibited.
Proudly,�Dr. Alexander Jimenez makes XYMOGEN formulas available only to patients under our care.
Please call our office in order for us to assign a doctor consultation for immediate access.
If you are a patient of Injury Medical & Chiropractic�Clinic, you may inquire about XYMOGEN by calling 915-850-0900.
�
For your convenience and review of the XYMOGEN products please review the following link. *XYMOGEN-Catalog-Download �
* All of the above XYMOGEN policies remain strictly in force.
How often do you feel you have something that must be done? How often do you have difficulty concentrating before eating? Do you suffer from migraines and/or headaches?�A migraine headache is commonly characterized by a variety of symptoms, including pain and discomfort, photophobia or light sensitivity, dizziness, lethargy, and mood changes. However, one of the most common symptoms of migraine headaches is brain fog, which also causes its own variety of symptoms. In the following article, we will discuss brain fog associated with migraines and offer several simple tips to help manage migraine brain fog. �
What is Migraine Brain Fog?
Several people experience migraine-associated brain fog before the severe headaches occur, although it most commonly occurs after the migraines have passed. As a matter of fact, a research study demonstrated that almost 70 percent of people with migraines experience brain fog, which can last from a few hours to several days or more. This percentage may be even higher as symptoms of confusion and difficulty focusing or concentrating are also frequently reported, all of which can suggest the presence of post-migraine brain fog. According to researchers, migraine brain fog can include symptoms such as: �
forgetfulness or short-term memory loss
loss of sense of direction
inability to complete everyday tasks and activities
a brain that feels as if it “doesn’t function properly”
feeling as though you’re having to think through a fog
Migraine headache brain fog can make it difficult to participate and engage in daily tasks and activities. Cooking, which requires focus and concentration as well as multiple steps, may feel nearly impossible to do with this health issue. People who suffer from migraines may also feel that driving is downright dangerous, especially if their brain fog is accompanied by a lack of sense of direction. To others, people experiencing migraine brain fog may ultimately appear to be half-asleep. �
What Does Brain Fog Really Feel Like?
Many people have experienced moments where they walk into a room only to find out that they can no longer remember why they even walked into the room. Migraine patients, however, experience these symptoms much more frequently and much more severely. They may often find themselves forgetting what they are doing or where they are going, they become easily distracted, or completely lose track of their purpose. Migraine patients have described migraine-associated brain fog as a feeling of disconnection, trouble making complete sentences or thoughts, or simply as a heaviness or numbing of the mind. � Several people have characterized it as �feeling dumb.� However, the simple fact is that even the most intelligent individual can feel as though their brain has been reduced to little more than mush with migraine brain fog. This can ultimately also cause feelings of guilt over the lack of productivity and it is often aggravated due to challenges accurately explaining the symptoms of the post-migraine brain fog. It is fundamental for both healthcare professionals and patients to be able to recognize that these symptoms are still associated with migraine headaches, even though the pain may have subsided. �
Tips for Managing Migraine Brain Fog
Following a migraine headache, it may be necessary to return to everyday tasks and activities, in spite of the brain fog, including going to school or back to work, taking care of one�s family. The tips below will help ease migraine brain fog. �
Write Things Down
Keep a planner, utilize a smartphone, or stick post-its in relevant areas so that you’ll be able to see them later. Lists to track tasks or activities will help give you the confidence you need to know that you are not missing any important to-do items. �
Be as Organized as Possible
When your environment is organized, it becomes easier for you to find the things that you are looking for to keep moving forward with regular tasks and activities. Several specific organization strategies can include the following, such as: �
Utilizing clearly labeled basket organizers on your desk
Utilizing a filing system that is easy for both you and others to understand
Writing checklists of what you need to accomplish, including grabbing your keys, phone, and wallet, if necessary
Placing medicines into boxes with times and dates so that you will know whether or not you have taken them
Ask for Help if Needed
This is one of the most vital parts of managing migraine brain fog. You can’t always do everything yourself. If you need help, don’t be afraid to seek help from a healthcare professional. Be honest about your needs to achieve migraine brain fog relief. �
Brain fog can make people feel as if they’re not able to focus or concentrate accordingly and it’s commonly accompanied by fatigue and even migraine headaches. While brain fog is a symptoms rather than a single health issue, it can also have a variety of causes. Migraine headaches can have a variety of symptoms on their own but migraine-associated brain have has a whole different variety of symptoms. Understanding migraine brain fog and what you can do about the symptoms can help manage migraine brain fog symptoms and promote overall brain health and wellness. – Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C., C.C.S.T. Insight
Neurotransmitter Assessment Form
The following Neurotransmitter Assessment Form can be filled out and presented to Dr. Alex Jimenez. Symptoms listed on this form are not intended to be utilized as a diagnosis of any type of disease, condition, or any other type of health issue. �
In honor of Governor Abbott’s proclamation, October is Chiropractic Health Month. Learn more about the proposal. �
How often do you feel you have something that must be done? How often do you have difficulty concentrating before eating? Do you suffer from migraines and/or headaches? A migraine headache is commonly characterized by a variety of symptoms, including pain and discomfort, photophobia or light sensitivity, dizziness, lethargy, and mood changes. However, one of the most common symptoms of migraine headaches is brain fog, which also causes its own variety of symptoms. In the article above, we discussed brain fog associated with migraines and offered several simple tips to help manage migraine brain fog. � The scope of our information is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal and nervous health issues or functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We use functional health protocols to treat injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. To further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900 . �
Curated by Dr. Alex Jimenez �
Additional Topic Discussion: Chronic Pain
Sudden pain is a natural response of the nervous system which helps to demonstrate possible injury. By way of instance, pain signals travel from an injured region through the nerves and spinal cord to the brain. Pain is generally less severe as the injury heals, however, chronic pain is different than the average type of pain. With chronic pain, the human body will continue sending pain signals to the brain, regardless if the injury has healed. Chronic pain can last for several weeks to even several years. Chronic pain can tremendously affect a patient’s mobility and it can reduce flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Neural Zoomer Plus for Neurological Disease
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Dr. Alex Jimenez utilizes a series of tests to help evaluate neurological diseases. The Neural ZoomerTM Plus is an array of neurological autoantibodies which offers specific antibody-to-antigen recognition. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus is designed to assess an individual�s reactivity to 48 neurological antigens with connections to a variety of neurologically related diseases. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus aims to reduce neurological conditions by empowering patients and physicians with a vital resource for early risk detection and an enhanced focus on personalized primary prevention. �
Formulas for Methylation Support
XYMOGEN�s Exclusive Professional Formulas are available through select licensed health care professionals. The internet sale and discounting of XYMOGEN formulas are strictly prohibited.
Proudly,�Dr. Alexander Jimenez makes XYMOGEN formulas available only to patients under our care.
Please call our office in order for us to assign a doctor consultation for immediate access.
If you are a patient of Injury Medical & Chiropractic�Clinic, you may inquire about XYMOGEN by calling 915-850-0900.
�
� For your convenience and review of the XYMOGEN products please review the following link. *XYMOGEN-Catalog-Download �
* All of the above XYMOGEN policies remain strictly in force.
Do you have difficulty concentrating before eating a meal? Do you experience fatigue after meals? Do you feel as if you’re not getting enough rest or sleep? Do you have noticeable variations in mental speed? If so, you may have brain fog. �
What is Brain Fog?
Brain fog is a health issue that can occur due to a variety of factors. You may struggle to focus on everyday tasks, conversations, or even on the words you�re currently reading. You may also have difficulty making choices where minimal decisions can be overwhelming, you may need coffee to concentrate or snacks to stay awake and even alcohol at night to temporarily relieve the brain fog. In severe instances, you may also have headaches, vision problems, and nausea. �
What Causes Brain Fog?
Brain fog is a symptom rather than a single health issue. It can occur due to nutrient deficiency, bacterial overgrowth from consuming too much sugar, sleep disorder, depression, or even due to thyroid problems. Other common causes of brain fog can ultimately include eating too much and too often, lack of exercise or physical activity, not getting enough rest or sleep, chronic stress, and a poor diet. Below, we will discuss several of the most common causes of brain fog and brain health issues. �
Hormonal Changes
Hormonal changes, frequently caused when our body is producing too much or too little of a specific hormone, is a well-known cause of brain fog. Hormone imbalances due to thyroid health issues are associated with brain fog. This is especially true with Hashimoto�s thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the thyroid as well as causes inflammation and affects the production of enough thyroid hormones. Low thyroid hormone production or hypothyroidism can cause decreased cognitive function and low blood sugar or glucose levels that can ultimately lead to brain fog. �
Lack of Rest or Sleep
Poor sleeping hygiene, such as an irregular sleep and wake time, getting less than seven to eight hours of sleep a night, or blue light exposure before bed, can interrupt our natural circadian rhythm or our internal body clock. This can cause brain fog in a variety of ways. In the instance of blue light exposure close to bedtime, the blue wavelengths can decrease the production of the hormone melatonin, which is essential for deep REM sleep. Both REM and non-REM sleep is necessary for optimal brain function. From 10 pm to 2 am, our body and brain detoxify the most, therefore, staying in an active state throughout this time period can ultimately interrupt our body and brain’s natural detoxification process, which can also cause brain fog. �
Nutritional Deficiencies and Food Sensitivities
Vitamin B12 contributes to the production of red blood cells as well as the maintenance of the central nervous system. A vitamin B12 deficiency can affect your energy levels and cause an overall feeling of fatigue. A vitamin D deficiency can also cause brain fog as decreased vitamin D levels are associated with impaired cognitive function. An unidentified food sensitivity can also contribute to brain fog. By way of instance, gluten sensitivities can ultimately lead to cognitive dysfunction through inflammatory pathways. Advanced blood work that analyzes nutrient levels, as well as an elimination diet or a food allergy/sensitivity test, can help determine if any of these could be contributing to your brain fog. �
How to Naturally Improve Brain Fog
Do Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting can help improve brain fog. Not only can it help you lose weight, calorie restriction and going long periods of time between meals can also help promote brain health and reduce the risk of neurological diseases. Start by trying to extend the time between the last meal of the day and the first meal of the next day. Ideally, intermittent fasting requires you go 12 hours between eating the last meal of the day and the first meal of the next day. This promotes a process called ketogenesis, which can stimulate brain regeneration.� Intermittent fasting should ultimately be practiced after following the guidance of a healthcare professional, such as a health coach, who understands intermittent fasting. �
Participate in Exercise or Physical Activity
Neurological diseases, such as Alzheimer�s disease, dementia, and even moderate cognitive dysfunction, are more common in sedentary populations. Increased activity levels have been associated with sharper mental acuity, better memory, and positive mood changes. Exercise and physical activity cause the release of substances known as cytokines as well as chemicals known as endorphins. These substances and chemicals ultimately improve brain health and function. Try to engage in exercise or physical activity every day. Walking, running, or even dancing can help improve brain fog and boost your mood. �
Rest More and Sleep Better
The most common mistake people make, whether it involves dealing with school, work, or whatever looming project deadline, is that they try to maximize their time by staying up late and/or getting up early. However, this generally backfires because cognitive abilities decrease with sleep deprivation. Rest and sleep at least seven hours a night, preferably eight or even nine if possible. Your efficiency will increase while the time it takes to create quality work will likely decrease. �
Reduce Stress
Stress can cause a variety of symptoms, including brain fog. To reduce stress, you also need to learn how to flex your parasympathetic nervous system, which is engaged during rest and relaxation as well as helps to calm your body and your mind. You can help reduce stress by incorporating more meditation and yoga into your daily workout routine. �
Feed your Brain
The human brain is made up of a lot of fat and protein. Too much sugar and frozen as well as fried or processed foods are not ideally nourishing for our brain. You can follow a plant-based Paleo diet, consisting mostly of vegetables, protein, and good fats. Also, make sure to get plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, for their anti-inflammatory powers, lots of antioxidants and coenzyme Q10, essential for energy, and boost your body�s energy and regeneration with essential vitamins and minerals. �
Brain fog can make people feel as if they’re not able to focus or concentrate accordingly and it’s often accompanied by fatigue and other well-known symptoms. While brain fog is a symptoms rather than a single health issue, it can have a variety of causes, from hormonal changes to lack of rest and sleep to nutritional deficiencies or food sensitivities. Fortunately, there are several steps to help naturally improve brain fog symptoms and promote overall brain health and wellness. – Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C., C.C.S.T. Insight
Neurotransmitter Assessment Form
The following Neurotransmitter Assessment Form can be filled out and presented to Dr. Alex Jimenez. Symptoms listed on this form are not intended to be utilized as a diagnosis of any type of disease, condition, or any other type of health issue. �
In honor of Governor Abbott’s proclamation, October is Chiropractic Health Month. Learn more about the proposal. �
Do you have difficulty concentrating? Do you experience fatigue after meals? Do you feel as if you’re not getting enough rest or sleep? Do you have noticeable variations in mental speed? As previously mentioned above, you may have brain fog. � The scope of our information is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal and nervous health issues or functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We use functional health protocols to treat injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. To further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900 . �
Curated by Dr. Alex Jimenez �
Additional Topic Discussion: Chronic Pain
Sudden pain is a natural response of the nervous system which helps to demonstrate possible injury. By way of instance, pain signals travel from an injured region through the nerves and spinal cord to the brain. Pain is generally less severe as the injury heals, however, chronic pain is different than the average type of pain. With chronic pain, the human body will continue sending pain signals to the brain, regardless if the injury has healed. Chronic pain can last for several weeks to even several years. Chronic pain can tremendously affect a patient’s mobility and it can reduce flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Neural Zoomer Plus for Neurological Disease
Dr. Alex Jimenez utilizes a series of tests to help evaluate neurological diseases. The Neural ZoomerTM Plus is an array of neurological autoantibodies which offers specific antibody-to-antigen recognition. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus is designed to assess an individual�s reactivity to 48 neurological antigens with connections to a variety of neurologically related diseases. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus aims to reduce neurological conditions by empowering patients and physicians with a vital resource for early risk detection and an enhanced focus on personalized primary prevention. �
Formulas for Methylation Support
XYMOGEN�s Exclusive Professional Formulas are available through select licensed health care professionals. The internet sale and discounting of XYMOGEN formulas are strictly prohibited.
Proudly,�Dr. Alexander Jimenez makes XYMOGEN formulas available only to patients under our care.
Please call our office in order for us to assign a doctor consultation for immediate access.
If you are a patient of Injury Medical & Chiropractic�Clinic, you may inquire about XYMOGEN by calling 915-850-0900.
�
For your convenience and review of the XYMOGEN products please review the following link. *XYMOGEN-Catalog-Download �
* All of the above XYMOGEN policies remain strictly in force.
Do you have low brain endurance when it comes to focus and concentration? Do you often feel like you must drink coffee or exercise to improve brain function? Have you been experiencing noticeable variation in your mental speed? How often do you pick up your smartphone and forget why? Many women commonly struggle to remember everyday tasks throughout their 40’s and 50’s. Research studies have determined that menopause is a prevalent cause of brain fog in women. �
What is Menopause Brain Fog?
Many women between the ages of 40 and 50 may be going through menopause or the end of their menstrual cycles.� Symptoms may vary for every woman and these can range from thinning hair to weight gain to night sweats. Many other women may also have general forgetfulness or �brain fog� which can ultimately make it hard for them to concentrate. �
During one research study, healthcare professionals found that about 60 percent of middle-aged women had trouble focusing or concentrating and other health issues associated with cognitive problems. These health issues increased in women going through perimenopause. Perimenopause is the stage before the menstrual cycle stops entirely. �
The women in the research study also reported experiencing subtle changes in memory but researchers believe that a �negative effect� may have worsened these symptoms. The researchers also found that women going through menopause generally experience negative changes in mood and other memory problems. Moreover, the research study found that brain fog may also be associated with sleep issues and other vascular symptoms associated with menopause like hot flashes. �
Another research study also found that women in the early stages of menopause may experience more noticeable cognition problems. Women during the first year of their last menstrual period scored the lowest on tests evaluating: �
attention
memory
verbal learning
working memory tasks
motor function
Memory for the women improved over time, which is the opposite of what the researchers had initially hypothesized. � Furthermore, healthcare professionals believe that midlife brain fog in women may be associated with hormonal changes. �
Estrogen, progesterone, follicle-stimulating hormone, and luteinizing hormone, are all responsible for different processes in the human body, including brain function. Perimenopause lasts an average of 4 years, during which time the hormone levels may ultimately fluctuate wildly and cause a variety of symptoms as the mind and the body adjust to these hormonal changes. �
Brain Fog and Alzheimer’s Disease in Women
Memory problems during menopause can be completely normal. You may forget where you placed your smartphone or you may have trouble remembering an old coworker’s name. However, if your cognitive problems begin to negatively affect your everyday life, it may be best for you to see your healthcare professional immediately to receive a proper diagnosis. �
Dementia is another well-known health issue that may also cause brain fog. Alzheimer�s disease is the most prevalent cause of dementia in older women. It generally starts with trouble remembering things as well as difficulty organizing thoughts. Unlike the brain fog associated with menopause, Alzheimer�s disease is a health issue that progressively worsens over time. �
Other common symptoms associated with Alzheimer�s disease and dementia include: �
trouble finding the right words to identify different objects
repeating questions or statements over and over
difficulty making decisions
difficulty performing daily tasks
changes in mood, personality, or behavior
getting lost, even in familiar places
Menopause Brain Fog Treatment
Menopause brain fog may be moderate and may go away on its own over time. Severe memory health issues may cause you to neglect your personal hygiene, forget the name of familiar objects, or even have difficulty following directions. �
Once your healthcare professional has ruled out other health issues like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, you may explore menopausal hormone therapy (MHT). This treatment involves taking low-dose estrogen or a combination of estrogen and progestin. These hormones may help with other symptoms you may experience during menopause, not just memory loss. �
According to healthcare professionals, however, long-term use of estrogen may increase the risk of breast cancer, cardiovascular disease, and other health issues. Speak with your doctor to see if this type of treatment is right for you. �
Menopause Brain Fog Prevention
While you may not be able to prevent the brain fog associated with menopause, there are several lifestyle modifications you can do to help you ease into your symptoms as well as to help improve your memory and overall health and wellness. �
Eat a Balanced Diet
A balanced diet that�s rich in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and fat may be bad for both your brain and your heart. Instead, try a balanced diet that’s rich in whole foods and healthy fats. The Mediterranean diet, by way of instance, may help with brain health because it�s rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other unsaturated fats. Good food choices include: �
fresh fruits and vegetables
whole grains
beans and nuts
olive oil
fish
Exercise the Body
Getting regular exercise and/or physical activity is recommended for all people, including women going through menopause. Researchers and healthcare professionals believe that exercise may even help with brain fog and other memory problems. �
Get Enough Sleep
Your quality of sleep may affect brain fog. With sleep problems high on the list of symptoms associated with menopause, getting enough sleep can be a tall order. As a matter of fact, 61 percent of postmenopausal women report having insomnia. �
According to research studies, hormonal changes in women going through menopause can cause brain fog and other memory health issues. However, these memory as well as cognition problems associated with hormonal changes and menopause, may ultimately improve on their own over time. Several treatment and prevention options can help ease menopause brain fog. If brain fog symptoms become worse, a doctor can help rule out other health issues like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, among others. – Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C., C.C.S.T. Insight
Neurotransmitter Assessment Form
The following Neurotransmitter Assessment Form can be filled out and presented to Dr. Alex Jimenez. Symptoms listed on this form are not intended to be utilized as a diagnosis of any type of disease, condition, or any other type of health issue. �
In honor of Governor Abbott’s proclamation, October is Chiropractic Health Month. Learn more about the proposal. �
Do you have low brain endurance when it comes to focus and concentration? Do you often feel like you must drink coffee or exercise to improve brain function? Have you been experiencing noticeable variation in your mental speed? How often do you pick up your smartphone and forget why? Many women commonly struggle to remember everyday tasks throughout their 40’s and 50’s. Research studies have determined that menopause is a prevalent cause of brain fog in women. �
The scope of our information is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal and nervous health issues or functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We use functional health protocols to treat injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. To further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900 . �
Curated by Dr. Alex Jimenez �
Additional Topic Discussion: Chronic Pain
Sudden pain is a natural response of the nervous system which helps to demonstrate possible injury. By way of instance, pain signals travel from an injured region through the nerves and spinal cord to the brain. Pain is generally less severe as the injury heals, however, chronic pain is different than the average type of pain. With chronic pain, the human body will continue sending pain signals to the brain, regardless if the injury has healed. Chronic pain can last for several weeks to even several years. Chronic pain can tremendously affect a patient’s mobility and it can reduce flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Neural Zoomer Plus for Neurological Disease
Dr. Alex Jimenez utilizes a series of tests to help evaluate neurological diseases. The Neural ZoomerTM Plus is an array of neurological autoantibodies which offers specific antibody-to-antigen recognition. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus is designed to assess an individual�s reactivity to 48 neurological antigens with connections to a variety of neurologically related diseases. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus aims to reduce neurological conditions by empowering patients and physicians with a vital resource for early risk detection and an enhanced focus on personalized primary prevention. �
Formulas for Methylation Support
XYMOGEN�s Exclusive Professional Formulas are available through select licensed health care professionals. The internet sale and discounting of XYMOGEN formulas are strictly prohibited.
Proudly,�Dr. Alexander Jimenez makes XYMOGEN formulas available only to patients under our care.
Please call our office in order for us to assign a doctor consultation for immediate access.
If you are a patient of Injury Medical & Chiropractic�Clinic, you may inquire about XYMOGEN by calling 915-850-0900.
�
For your convenience and review of the XYMOGEN products please review the following link. *XYMOGEN-Catalog-Download �
* All of the above XYMOGEN policies remain strictly in force.
Do you have low brain endurance when it comes to focus and concentration? Do you often feel like you must drink coffee or exercise to improve brain function? Have you been experiencing noticeable variation in your mental speed? How often do you pick up your smartphone and forget why? Many women commonly struggle to remember everyday tasks throughout their 40’s and 50’s. Research studies have determined one prevalent cause for midlife brain fog in women: hormones. �
What is Brain Fog?
Brain fog is a health issue associated with feelings of confusion and disorientation. It can make a person feel as if they’re not thinking, understanding, and remembering things as they should. Other terms utilized to describe brain fog include memory fog, forgetfulness, fogginess, and cognitive or cognition issues. People with brain fog frequently forget names they used to know, lack the ability to remember things without writing them down, and they may not feel as sharp as they used to be. �
One research study that began analyzing women at age 35 demonstrated that many women report forgetfulness and concentration problems throughout their menopausal transition. Healthcare professionals can help regulate this process for women who are transitioning into menopause as well as allow them to know how women�s brains can be sensitive to fluctuating levels of estrogen for mood and cognitive ability. Hormones also play an important role in midlife brain fog. �
Brain Fog and Hormones
During an interview with Dr. Marcie Richardson, Women Living Better (WLB) advisor, she states, �there’s a lot of research studies which haven’t proven a definitive connection between brain fog and changing hormones, however, we do know that there are estrogen receptors found in the human brain”. She adds, “but, there is very clear scientific evidence for sleep affecting cognitive function, so if you are dealing with disrupted sleep, it is likely contributing to your cognitive problems�. �
The December 2018 New York Times article by Jane Brody cited a 2010 research study that followed women for 6-years to see whether her anxiety, depression, sleeping problems, and vasomotor symptoms, were the cause of a decline in her cognitive function right before menopause or in late perimenopause. However, it concluded these were not the causes. �
Brain Fog Remedies to Consider
It�s essential to keep in mind that research studies demonstrate that women can begin to experience brain fog early in the menopausal transition which will then resolve on its own. Many women worry that their brain fog may be a sign or symptom of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, but these have not been associated with each other in research studies to date. While there aren�t any definitive treatments for brain fog, there are several natural remedies or coping techniques available, such as recognizing the symptom, utilizing tools like notes to self, setting alarms for reminders as well as acknowledging and accepting when a name doesn�t come back to you right away, generally when you are no longer feeling stressed out about it. Keep in mind that disrupted sleep, which comes with hormonal changes for many women, can also contribute to brain fog. �
According to Research Studies
A sample of several recent research studies associated with midlife brain fog and cognition problems in adult women has been demonstrated below. As you can see, it�s inconclusive. The research study on midlife brain fog in women suggests that: �
Many types of problems with memory are associated with lower ratings of health and depressed mood. Problems with current memory and remembering past events are associated with higher levels of reported stress, which many women commonly attribute to the increased burden of having to meet multiple role demands, among other demands.
Women in the earliest and middle stages of perimenopause, as well as those who utilize hormones, have more problems associated with memory than the previously mentioned women in late-stage menopause or perimenopause.
About 72 percent of women reported problems remembering names at least some of the time. About 50 percent have a problem remembering where they put things, recent phone numbers, things others told them or they told others, keeping up a correspondence and forgetting what they were doing. None of these are considered a serious problem.
Another research study, from 2009, concluded that �consistent with transitioning women�s perceived memory difficulties, perimenopause was associated with a decrement in cognitive performance, characterized by women not being able to learn as well as they had throughout premenopause. Improvement rebounded to premenopausal levels in postmenopause, suggesting that menopause transition-related cognitive difficulties may be time-limited, according to the research study�. �
A recent meta-analysis set out to �synthesize the existing research studies of the relationship between menopausal stage and neuropsychological performance and depression�. However, it concluded that although �the menopausal transition is a time of increased vulnerability for cognitive decline and increased risk of depressive symptoms and depressive disorders, these results from the research studies looked at can’t necessarily be generalized�. Although it�s reassuring that there was no documentable cognition decline across research studies, the weakness in these research studies is that cognition decline is generally measured as the ability to complete a test in an experimental setting, a setting with one focus and no interruptions. �
The research study doesn�t accurately emulate real-life settings or measure the type of forgetfulness midlife women report. � A fourth research study also found that cognitive function does not change linearly across perimenopause. Decreases in attention/working memory, verbal learning, verbal memory, and fine motor speed may be most evident in the first year after the final menstrual period, according to the research study. Further research studies are required to determine the association between midlife brain fog and hormone changes in perimenopause and menopause in adult women. �
Symptoms for menopause for women in their 40’s or 50’s are different for each woman, and these can commonly include anything from night sweats to weight gain to thinning hair. However, many women have also reported feeling symptoms of brain fog. According to research studies, hormonal changes in women going through menopause or perimenopause can cause brain fog. However, further research studies are required to demonstrate how hormones can ultimately cause brain fog and other mental health issues. – Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C., C.C.S.T. Insight
Neurotransmitter Assessment Form
The following Neurotransmitter Assessment Form can be filled out and presented to Dr. Alex Jimenez. Symptoms listed on this form are not intended to be utilized as a diagnosis of any type of disease, condition, or any other type of health issue. �
In honor of Governor Abbott’s proclamation, October is Chiropractic Health Month. Learn more about the proposal. �
Do you have low brain endurance when it comes to focus and concentration? Do you often feel like you must drink coffee or exercise to improve brain function? Have you been experiencing noticeable variation in your mental speed? How often do you pick up your smartphone and forget why? Many women commonly struggle to remember everyday tasks throughout their 40’s and 50’s. Research studies have determined one prevalent cause for midlife brain fog in women: hormones. �
The scope of our information is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal and nervous health issues or functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We use functional health protocols to treat injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. To further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900 . �
Curated by Dr. Alex Jimenez �
Additional Topic Discussion: Chronic Pain
Sudden pain is a natural response of the nervous system which helps to demonstrate possible injury. By way of instance, pain signals travel from an injured region through the nerves and spinal cord to the brain. Pain is generally less severe as the injury heals, however, chronic pain is different than the average type of pain. With chronic pain, the human body will continue sending pain signals to the brain, regardless if the injury has healed. Chronic pain can last for several weeks to even several years. Chronic pain can tremendously affect a patient’s mobility and it can reduce flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Neural Zoomer Plus for Neurological Disease
�
Dr. Alex Jimenez utilizes a series of tests to help evaluate neurological diseases. The Neural ZoomerTM Plus is an array of neurological autoantibodies which offers specific antibody-to-antigen recognition. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus is designed to assess an individual�s reactivity to 48 neurological antigens with connections to a variety of neurologically related diseases. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus aims to reduce neurological conditions by empowering patients and physicians with a vital resource for early risk detection and an enhanced focus on personalized primary prevention. �
Formulas for Methylation Support
XYMOGEN�s Exclusive Professional Formulas are available through select licensed health care professionals. The internet sale and discounting of XYMOGEN formulas are strictly prohibited.
Proudly,�Dr. Alexander Jimenez makes XYMOGEN formulas available only to patients under our care.
Please call our office in order for us to assign a doctor consultation for immediate access.
If you are a patient of Injury Medical & Chiropractic�Clinic, you may inquire about XYMOGEN by calling 915-850-0900.
�
For your convenience and review of the XYMOGEN products please review the following link.*XYMOGEN-Catalog-Download �
* All of the above XYMOGEN policies remain strictly in force.
How often do you have a hard time remembering your appointments? Has it become harder for you to learn new things? How often do you feel you have something that must be done? Or even, how often do you feel more susceptible to pain? If it is your very first time experiencing what is commonly referred to as midlife brain fog, which involves a ditsy episode of forgetfulness, it could be frightening, especially knowing that psychological decline is mostly inevitable with age. �
Research studies reveal that the human brain begins to noticeably slow down from the time we hit 40, and around 17 percent of individuals over 65 will wind up with some type of moderate cognitive impairment, like intermittent problems concentrating, locating the proper term, focusing, or even recalling where they have set their car keys, among others. �
Stress is very prevalent in our middle age, also and the reality is that between 6 to 15 percent of people that fulfill the standards for “moderate cognitive impairment” will often go on to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. However, this problem does not need to occur. New research studies indicate that brain fog can ultimately be managed accordingly. �
The brain is based on an intricate variety of compounds to maintain mood in check and also to operate correctly, but should you disturb that equilibrium, you can quickly experience mood changes, not able to sleep, and also struggle to focus properly. Moreover, if you’re eating the incorrect foods, getting inadequate sleep or exercise, overindulging in social networking and TV, stress, and too small downtime, then you will almost surely be destabilizing essential human brain compounds. �
However, you can reverse those trends and take control of your brain health in as little as two weeks if you eliminate the blocks that keep you stuck and give your mind the substances it needs to function efficiently. The purpose of the following article is to show what you can do to prevent and avoid midlife brain fog as well as improve overall health and wellness. �
BOOST BRAIN FATS
A fantastic source of healthy fats in your daily diet may help you feel better. Enjoy lots of olive oil, which is packed with anti-inflammatory chemicals, found in some research studies to help prevent Alzheimer’s disease and depression, as well as fatty fish and select organic meat. Research studies reveal that half a year of nutritional supplements is sufficient to enhance brain function. Also, make sure to pick extra virgin olive oil for salad dressings and olive oil for cooking, virgin olive oil is not safe at high temperatures. Avoid soybean oil because it is packed with unsaturated omega-6 fats which may not be so beneficial. �
AVOID SWEETENERS
Artificial sweeteners may be saving you a couple of calories but it is impossible that these aren’t giving your brain the nutrients it requires for optimum performance. Your mind requires a source of blood glucose to keep it functioning and it is deprived by artificial sweeteners. Worse, sweeteners are demonstrated to interrupt the degree of good bacteria in the intestine, so disrupting the creation of the happy hormone serotonin, a lot of which is fabricated in the gastrointestinal tract. �
TURN OFF YOUR PHONE
Scaling down on social media usage and electronic equipment will help reduce midlife brain fog. All of those lights, dings, and advertisements scrolling across the display give our brains a very small bit of dopamine, as it would for a compulsive gambler sitting in front of a slot machine. Switch off your phone or its own ringer as frequently as possible and do not leave it charging on your bedroom so that it does not disturb your sleeping, even subconsciously. Aim to have just one day of the weekend free. Dump the Kindle through the night and read novels instead. Cut back multitasking, concentrate on doing one thing at a time and provide that all of your attention. This may be a potent antidote to the onslaught of distractions of networking. �
SWITCH OFF THE TV
Engaging in leisure activities helps stimulate the mind. Research studies demonstrate that studying, playing board games and musical instruments, dance, traveling, knitting, and gardening reduce the risk of cognitive decline and guard you against midlife brain fog. But TV does exactly the contrary. Furthermore, research studies reveal that watching TV raises your risk of cognitive impairment up to 20 percent, whereas studying reduces it by 5 percent, according to the same research study. �
SPICE IT ALL UP
Turmeric includes a plant chemical called curcumin, which has significant anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and raises levels of a protein named BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) that is dubbed the “Miracle-Gro” for the mind. Along with making you feel better, turmeric will make you think better by increasing dopamine within the brain. �
Research studies demonstrate that for combating Alzheimer’s disease, low doses of garlic on lengthy periods of time are somewhat more powerful than very substantial doses. So instead of relying upon an occasional Indian takeaway to the turmeric fix, the goal should be to consume 1 food containing garlic using a grind of fresh black pepper (making the garlic more readily absorbed by your system ) daily. Put in a teaspoon of garlic into stews, soups and salad dressings. �
Saffron, yet another frequent ingredient in curry, may also inhibit Alzheimer’s disease, as well as the carnosic acid from the frequent herb rosemary, which can also boost your brain health (the odor alone can even help enhance memory) while rosemary was demonstrated to boost your ability to recall information. Spicing it all up can ultimately help brain fog. �
GO TO BED EARLY
In addition to fostering learning, disposition, and imagination, sleep serves as the brain “self-cleaning” cycle to stop brain fog and eliminate the plaques involving nerve cells which lead to Alzheimer’s disease. A fantastic night’s sleep may improve alertness and fortify the brain’s links, assisting you to combine the memories that you encoded during daily. Poor sleep leads to elevated levels of stress hormones, like cortisol, and enhances dopamine levels, which makes you unhappy, unmotivated and unfocused. Do anything you can to get up to eight hours of sleep each night and keep it continued throughout the week. �
ENJOY COFFEE
Contemplate drinking coffee (without sugar or milk), a healthy food that may help protect against cognitive decline and protect against depression and dementia. Drink espresso macchiato (black coffee with somewhat foamed milk) or espresso over ice with a dash of soy milk. Both without amounts under 50 calories. You can enjoy up to three cups every day. �
Is inflammation the final trip wire for Alzheimer’s disease?� Neuroinflammation is considered to be the final epigenetic trip wire for the genetic predisposition of Alzheimer’s disease . Brain fog can make thinking, understanding, and remembering basic information challenging. A variety of healthy lifestyle habits and modifications can help prevent, as well as avoid, midlife brain fog and improve overall health and wellness. – Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C., C.C.S.T. Insight
Neurotransmitter Assessment Form
�
The following Neurotransmitter Assessment Form can be filled out and presented to Dr. Alex Jimenez. Symptoms listed on this form are not intended to be utilized as a diagnosis of any type of disease, condition, or any other type of health issue. �
In honor of Governor Abbott’s proclamation, October is Chiropractic Health Month. Learn more about the proposal. �
Have you been experiencing noticeable variations in your mental speed? Do you suffer from pain, discomfort, and inflammation? Have you been experiencing fatigue, especially after meals or exposure to chemicals, scents, or pollutants?�Brain fog can cause a variety of symptoms, including memory and concentration as well as vision problems. In the article above, midlife brain fog can be prevented and avoided by following a variety of lifestyle habits and modifications. �
The scope of our information is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal and nervous health issues or functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We use functional health protocols to treat injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. To further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900 . �
Curated by Dr. Alex Jimenez �
Additional Topic Discussion: Chronic Pain
Sudden pain is a natural response of the nervous system which helps to demonstrate possible injury. By way of instance, pain signals travel from an injured region through the nerves and spinal cord to the brain. Pain is generally less severe as the injury heals, however, chronic pain is different than the average type of pain. With chronic pain, the human body will continue sending pain signals to the brain, regardless if the injury has healed. Chronic pain can last for several weeks to even several years. Chronic pain can tremendously affect a patient’s mobility and it can reduce flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Neural Zoomer Plus for Neurological Disease
�
Dr. Alex Jimenez utilizes a series of tests to help evaluate neurological diseases. The Neural ZoomerTM Plus is an array of neurological autoantibodies which offers specific antibody-to-antigen recognition. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus is designed to assess an individual�s reactivity to 48 neurological antigens with connections to a variety of neurologically related diseases. The Vibrant Neural ZoomerTM Plus aims to reduce neurological conditions by empowering patients and physicians with a vital resource for early risk detection and an enhanced focus on personalized primary prevention. �
Formulas for Methylation Support
XYMOGEN�s Exclusive Professional Formulas are available through select licensed health care professionals. The internet sale and discounting of XYMOGEN formulas are strictly prohibited.
Proudly,�Dr. Alexander Jimenez makes XYMOGEN formulas available only to patients under our care.
Please call our office in order for us to assign a doctor consultation for immediate access.
If you are a patient of Injury Medical & Chiropractic�Clinic, you may inquire about XYMOGEN by calling 915-850-0900.
�
For your convenience and review of the XYMOGEN products please review the following link.*XYMOGEN-Catalog-Download �
* All of the above XYMOGEN policies remain strictly in force.
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