Brain Fog
Among people who were hospitalized for COVID, a wide range of problems with cognition have been reported. They include difficulties with attention, which allows our brains to actively process information that is happening around us while simultaneously ignoring other details.
What might help clear brain fog? It is recommended that individuals pursue all of the activities that are known to help everyone’s thinking and memory.
Suggestions are:
Perform aerobic exercise. Start slow, perhaps just two to three minutes a few times a day. While there is no established “dose” of exercise, to improve brain health it is generally recommended to work towards 30 minutes a day, five days a week.
Eat Mediterranean-style meals. A healthy diet including olive oil, fruits and vegetables, nuts and beans and whole grains has been proven to improve thinking, memory and brain health.
Avoid alcohol and drugs. Give your brain the best chance to heal by avoiding substances which can adversely affect it.
Sleep well. Sleep is a time when the brain and body can clear out toxins and work toward healing. Make sure you give your body the sleep that it needs.
Participate in social activities. Humans are social animals. Not only do social activities benefit our moods, but they help our thinking and memory as well.
Pursue other beneficial activities, including engaging in novel, cognitively stimulating activities such as listening to music, practicing mindfulness and keeping a positive mental attitude.
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