Feeling a little lacklustre? Unfocused? Like you can’t quite think straight? You could have a case of brain fog.
We all know sugar is a key player when it comes to foggy brains. It sends our blood sugar levels skyrocketing, then crashing back down to earth – cue irritability, confusion and fatigue (and yet another reason to give sugar the flick).
But there are actually some foods you can eat that will help fight the fog, keeping you clear and energised all day long.
Note: If your fogginess is ongoing or you experience other symptoms, it’s best to have things checked out by a medical practitioner.
1. Sunflower seeds.
Brain fog and fatigue could be a surefire sign you’re in need of more iron, because this element is so important to ensuring all your organs stay oxygenated and working at their full capacity.
Boost your iron levels by tucking into some of these iron foods. Sunflower seeds are an excellent vegetarian source.
2. Eggs.
Another reason to eat ya yolks! The bright orange centre of the egg is rich in choline, which is essential for brain and eye health. Eggs are also packed with vitamin B12, a lack of which is linked to a range of cognitive and neurological disorders.
We love starting the day with a few poached eggs, particularly when they’re piled on Chive, Kale + Parmesan Pancakes.
3. Blueberries.
Blueberries get their rich purple colour from anthocyanins, an antioxidant with proven brain boosting powers. They’re particularly great for the hippocampus, your brain’s emotion, memory and spatial recognition centre.
4. Walnuts.
Walnuts are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which science has shown can improve cognitive performance and reduce the effects of age-related cognitive decline. As if you needed another excuse to whip up these Spiced Apple Muffins with Wal-nutty Crumble!
5. Oregano.
Oregano (particularly in its dried form) is one of the richest dietary sources of luteolin, an antioxidant with powerful neuroprotective properties.
Luteolin helps to keep neurons happy and healthy, and reduces inflammation in the brain, improving cognitive function and memory. It also gives your brain’s feel-good chemicals serotonin and dopamine a boost. Happy days!
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