Dear Stephen,
Why does the fog come and go? I don’t want to go to sleep because I know it will be back shortly after I wake.
Why does the fog come and go? I don’t want to go to sleep because I know it will be back shortly after I wake.
Stephen’s response:
Recurrent brain fog can occur due to a number of things. Bacterial reductions and resurgences, immune upregulation and then adaptation by the bacteria to that upregulation, general fatigue from just living life which reduces energy reserves enough that the fog returns. It can be reversed, it just takes focused work. The expanded protocol in the second edition of Healing Lyme does have a number of suggestions for helping.
Recurrent brain fog can occur due to a number of things. Bacterial reductions and resurgences, immune upregulation and then adaptation by the bacteria to that upregulation, general fatigue from just living life which reduces energy reserves enough that the fog returns. It can be reversed, it just takes focused work. The expanded protocol in the second edition of Healing Lyme does have a number of suggestions for helping.
Stephen
Also good for brain fog is tincture of Lion’s Mane. This mushroom contains active compounds that may be linked to the production of Nerve Growth Factor. These molecules are able to pierce the blood-brain barrier and are used for their neurological actions in the body. Lion’s Mane supports healthy brain function, brain tissues,and nerves. Always consult a physician before taking any medication. Some fungi products can affect blood sugar levels.
Barbara
Hi Stephen,
I’m undergoing a holistic protocol and so far has gotten me in a much better place physically. Mentally I still get brain fog after mental exertion, and its a somewhat spacey and disoriented feeling that comes and goes but happens quite often. Recommendations for brain fog? I’ve taken some adaptogenic herbs that my doc has recommended which don’t help much.
Another question off topic but why do we get so tired after physical exertion? too much physical exertion brings out all my symptoms for a period of time. Just trying to understand this!
Dear Stephen, what is the best protocol for brain fog? I was tested positive for Lymes about 10 years ago and am otherwise very healthy with the exception of brain fog. Is there a protocol you can recommend for my condition??
For managing brain fog, memory issues, mood swings, fatigue, and immune balance, some people seem to have significant improvement with a grain-free diet. For some, especially early in the healing process, the greatest benefit seems to come with complete elimination of grass and bush grain-derived ingredients. Worth it but challenging at first when disabled with symptoms, as it usually means making all your own food; and thorough elimination can be a lifestyle and health overhaul because grain-derived ingredients are in most prepared foods, medications, and supplements. Cooking hacks, new recipes, grain-free seasonings, and food prep go a long way. One hack with severe fatigue etc is to make every meal just tossing everything into a pot of boiling water and setting a timer. And international recipes and seasonings and paleo or paleo vegan blogs can be sources of recipes to try. Meal prep in large amounts, and carrying plenty of meals and snacks everywhere, can be really necessary.
Celery juice daily before breakfast seems to be another surprising way some people are improving many chronic disabling conditions.
Some cut with cucumber and lettuce if too strong; maybe include sea salt if blood pressure is chronically low?
Traditional herbs for memory and brain apparently include gotu kola (aka centella asiatica or Asian pennywort), gingko, and bacopa monnieri. These herbs have many studied health properties, some apparently aiding glymphatic function and nerve repair. Please note when reading up, more than one brain herb is referred to as Brahmi in India, but properties of each herb are distinct.
Each person can be dealing with a different set of sensitivities and chronic conditions. Natural medicine and medicine tradition are very comprehensive and it takes time to learn and apply things, but a general rule is there are always more approaches and therapies to learn about, and people who have been where we are. Looking for success stories with similar conditions and natural medicine can provide directions for study.