What is Brain Fog? The Complete Scientific Guide

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    Feeling Spaced Out and Disconnected: The Neurological Basis

        Everything feels wrong. You're looking at your hands but they don't feel like yours. There's a glass wall between you and the world. You're watching life happen instead of living it. Here's what's actually happening: This is called...

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    Trouble Finding Words? Here's How to Tell If It's Serious

    What To Do If words come back eventually & symptoms fluctuate → Likely brain fog. Often reversible with sleep optimization, stress reduction, and targeted supplements like phosphatidylserine and Huperzine A. If onset was sudden with weakness/numbness → Could be stroke...

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    Brain fog memory loss

    Dr. Alexandru-Theodor Amarfei, M.D. January 15, 2025 10 min read Is brain fog memory loss permanent? In most cases, no. Brain fog memory loss is typically reversible because it stems from neuroinflammation disrupting memory encoding—not structural brain damage. Research shows...

  • Is Brain Fog Real? Yes — Here’s What Science Says

    Is Brain Fog a Real Medical Diagnosis? ICD-10 Codes, Root Causes, and Expert Guide

    ByDr. Alexandru-Theodor Amarfei, M.D.Coordinator, Geriatric Medicine – CHIC Unisanté, France Last Updated:January 31, 2026 Disclosure This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a physician. Brain fog is not a standalone medical diagnosis but...

  • Brain Fog Symptoms You Can’t Ignore: A Checklist

    Brain Fog Symptoms You Can't Ignore: A Checklist

    Quick Answer: Brain fog is treated by addressing the underlying cause (neuroinflammation, hormonal changes, or chronic illness) through targeted supplements like Phosphatidylserine, Benfotiamine, and Alpha-Lipoic Acid, combined with lifestyle interventions including sleep optimization, anti-inflammatory diet, and cognitive pacing strategies. Brain...

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    What Does Brain Fog Feel Like?

    Medically Reviewed By Dr. Alex amarfei , MD  Board Certified Updated January 2026 Read Time 12 min Brain fog feels like a thick mental haze that makes thinking slow and effortful. People describe it as trying to think through cotton...