6 hormones and how they impact brain fog
From Cortisol to Insulin, here's how six hormones can impact brain fog.
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Brain fog is that condition where a person feels confused, forgetful and faces a lack of mental clarity. This is caused by a lot of factors such as poor diet, lack of sleep and stress. Hormones are also responsible for influencing brain fog. Naturopathic Doctor Corina Dunlap noted down six hormones and the role they play in impacting brain fog. Take a look.(Unsplash)
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Estrogen helps in regulating Melatonin – the hormone responsible for the sleep-wake cycle of the body. Disruption of Melatonin causes brain fog. (Unsplash)
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Progesterone is a natural sedative – low levels of this hormone can disrupt sleep cycle, leading to Insomnia and fatigue. (Unsplash)
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Low levels of Testosterone can lead to depression and anxiety, further leading to cognitive decline and dementia. (Unsplash)
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