COVID-19 brain fog: Heres how you can deal with it

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2021
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<p>Brain fog is a term used by individuals to describe how they feel when their thinking is sluggish, fuzzy and not sharp. Many people who have tested positive or recovered from the acute, life-threatening effects of <a href=https://www.editorji.com/covid-19 target=_blank>COVID-19</a> still feel they are suffering from brain fog. To help clear it, pursuing these activities may help.</p> <h3><strong>Exercise:</strong></h3> <p>You may need to start slow, perhaps just two to three minutes of <a href=https://www.editorji.com/story/covid-19-advice-3-breathing-exercises-to-help-your-lungs-work-better-increase-oxygen-levels-1619248672448 target=_blank>exercise</a> a few times a day might help. While there is no established dose of exercise to improve brain health, it’s generally recommended you work out for 30 minutes a day and five days a week.</p> <h3><strong>Eat healthy:</strong></h3> <p>A healthy diet including olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains has been proven to improve thinking, memory and brain health.</p> <h3><strong>Avoid alcohol, drugs and sleep well:</strong></h3> <p>Give your brain the best chance to heal by avoiding substances that can adversely affect it. Also, make sure you give your body the sleep it needs as it is a time when the brain and body can clear out toxins and work towards healing.</p> <p>Apart from these, try other beneficial activities, including reading novels, listening to music and keeping a positive mental attitude.</p> <p><strong>Also Read | <a href=https://www.editorji.com/story/double-masking-for-covid-19-know-how-to-wear-them-best-practices-1619497183913 target=_blank>Double masking for Covid-19: know how to wear them, best practices</a></strong></p> <p><em>Disclaimer: editorji does not provide medical advice. The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained in this story are for informational purposes only. No material in this video is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have related to Covid-19.</em></p>