Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare

995 - Top 6 Treatments To Get Rid Of Brain Fog & Boost Your Cognition

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Dec 1, 2025
Brain fog might be linked to your gut health! Discover the four root causes of this mental haze, including lifestyle and hormonal factors. Learn about the vital role of iron, the benefits of protein for cognitive health, and how Vitamin B12 can boost memory. Probiotics also show promise in enhancing cognition. Plus, get insights into sleep hygiene and the vagus nerve's role in inflammation and recovery. Unlock these tips for clearer thinking and better focus!
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INSIGHT

Brain Fog Is A Real, Treatable State

  • Brain fog presents as fuzzy thinking, poor word recall, and subtle coordination issues.
  • Dr. Michael Ruscio frames it as a real, studied impairment of cognition that can be treated.
ADVICE

Test Ferritin Before Iron Supplementation

  • Check iron status with a panel including ferritin before supplementing and treat deficiency under guidance.
  • Improve dietary iron, address gut malabsorption, or use supplementation to restore ferritin and cognition.
INSIGHT

Protein Intake Protects Cognition

  • Higher protein intake correlates with less cognitive decline in long-term studies.
  • Aim for ~20% of calories as protein or about 30–50 g per meal to support cognition and muscle with age.
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