Poor memory? Physical exercise, plenty of sleep will clear that brain fog

Poor memory? Physical exercise, plenty of sleep will clear that brain fog (Photo: iStock)

Have you ever found yourself struggling to stay focused or easily forgetting things? You may have walked into a room and struggled to remember why you walked there in the first place. Such an experience is referred to as mental cloudiness, or simply as brain fog. Whilst brain fog is mostly reflective of having too much on your mind, it may be linked to specific medical conditions in some people. 

At its simplest, brain fog is an indication that your brain is overstretched and tired. Taking immediate steps to slow down often helps. Delegating some tasks and asking for help are obvious solutions. Setting a predictable schedule for your day eases your memory load, allowing you to follow a somewhat automated path. Taking plenty of short breaks in between tasks is a no-brainer. Schedules aided by calendar reminders are also a great way to relieve your brain from remembering what’s next.