Discover What Happens to Your Brain If You Don't Eat Enough

You may be worried about eating too much, but are you also concerned about not eating enough? Drastically cutting your calories and going on a fad diet can hurt your body and brain. You may be starving your brain of essential nutrients if you don't eat enough food.

Your brain needs a healthy diet just like the rest of your body. The cells in your brain need the nourishment that comes from food.

Food provides your body with carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. It also offers nutrients such as minerals and vitamins that promote brain health.

A healthy diet is important for a strong brain.

Your brain benefits from nutrients such as folic acid, omega-3, and others found in food. Your brain needs these minerals and vitamins to function properly.

Find out what happens in your brain if you don't eat enough to provide the nutrients it requires:

1. Shrinking of the brain.

When your diet lacks enough nutrients because you're starving or participating in a fad diet, your brain can shrink.

* If you don't get enough B vitamins, your brain can atrophy.

* In addition, if you don't get enough amino acids by eating protein or omega-3s from fats, then it can shrink.

2. Concentration and memory issues.

Without the proper amount of nutrients, your brain can't focus.

* You may have difficulty concentrating on simple tasks. Math or tasks that are more complex may become impossible.

* You need B vitamins, folic acid, omega-3, vitamin C, vitamin E, niacin, vitamin D, and other nutrients to concentrate effectively. Without them, your brain simply can't function the way it was designed.

3. Brain damage.

If you starve or don't get enough food for long periods of time, brain damage can be the result. This brain damage may or may not be reversible.

4. Craving food.

When you don't eat enough, you start to crave food. You can't stop thinking about it or shut off your brain.

* Your ability to make healthy food choices decreases. Since your brain thinks you're starving, you'll eat anything you find. You won't be able to avoid temptations or stop eating junk food.

* Research shows that you're more likely to eat carbohydrates and sweets to try to refuel.

* The constant cravings for food distract you. They can distract you to the point that you can't work or study. You may even be in danger as you try to drive or walk since you can't pay attention to your surroundings.

You may be worried about losing weight, fitting into your old jeans, or looking great in a swimsuit. These things motivate you to reduce your calories and food intake.

However, fad diets and desperate attempts to lose weight can leave your brain without the proper nutrients. This is a dangerous and risky practice that can have long-term consequences.

Avoid skipping entire meals for days or weeks at a time. This type of unhealthy practice throws your entire body into starvation mode and hurts your brain, too.

You can avoid overeating without sacrificing important nutrients. You can reduce calories in a healthy way while ensuring you're getting enough for your height and age.

It may take some extra research when considering a diet, but your brain's health is certainly worth it.

How to Fight Brain Fog

Brain fog can be an annoying and upsetting issue. Brain fog can be described as not being able to think clearly or not being able to do simple tasks. It can also affect memory or the ability to work.

Brain fog can be a sign of a health issue, so it's important to see your doctor and determine if medical issues are causing your brain fog.

If you can, try to find a doctor who focuses on natural and holistic health. Ask your doctor for natural ways to help deal with brain fog. They may recommend lifestyle, diet, and exercise changes that help you.

Consider these strategies, as they may bring you the relief you seek:

1. Focus on nutrition.

Poor diet can adversely affect the way your brain functions.

* Eating a high-fat diet or a lot of refined sugars and carbohydrates can make brain fog worse.

* Take a close look at your diet. Try to eliminate sugar, unhealthy fats, alcohol, and caffeine. Focus on eating more produce and a variety of healthy foods.

* Eliminate artificial sweeteners because they can cause headaches and other issues.

2. Learn to manage stress.

Think about how you react to stress, and you'll notice that you may have difficulty thinking during highly stressful situations. Chronic stress has become an epidemic for many adults.

* Coping mechanisms such as meditation, deep breathing, and other techniques can help you reduce your stress. Find ways to manage it at home and at work, so it doesn't affect your brain.

* Get help, reach out to friends, and practice self-care.

3. Get enough sleep.

Sleep is also important to alleviate brain fog. When you don't get enough sleep, you may feel like you're walking through a fog during the day. You'll have trouble concentrating and thinking. You'll miss things and doze off.

* Experts recommend seven to nine hours of sleep each night for adults. However, you may need more or slightly less depending on your body and history.

4. Find out more about food allergies and sensitivities.

Some food allergies and sensitivities can also cause brain fog.

* For example, celiac disease is often associated with brain fog. If you have celiac disease, your body can't digest gluten found in wheat, barley, or rye.

* You can also have brain fog with lactose intolerances.

* Talk to your doctor about any possible food intolerances and sensitivities. They may be affecting you in multiple ways.

5. Try supplements.

Some supplements are highly recommended for brain fog. Adaptogen herbs like holy basil may help. Other supplements you may want to try include fish oil, omega-3s, and B vitamins. All of these have been shown through research to help brain function.

* Be sure to talk to your doctor before adding supplements to your diet. Some supplements can interfere with medications and have side effects. You don't want to assume they're all safe to take for your situation.

* While you're reviewing supplements with your doctor, ask about your current medications. Some drugs, such as antidepressants or sleep medications, can also cause brain fog.

Brain fog doesn't have to control your life. Talk to a doctor and try these remedies to see what works best for you.

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Warren Tattersall has been a full time nutritional consultant for over 35 years and works with people all over the world to help them improve their health, increase their personal energy levels and to use supplements to assist with diet related health issues.

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