Poor Concentration
Difficulty sustaining attention, mental fogginess, or slow thinking affecting work or daily tasks.
⚠ Seek medical attention if:
Sudden cognitive change, memory loss, confusion with headache or fever
Lifestyle factors
Sleep deprivation, chronic stress, multitasking overload, dehydration, sedentary lifestyle
Nutritional factors
Iron deficiency, omega-3 deficiency, B vitamin insufficiency, blood sugar instability from high refined carb diet
Possible medical causes
ADHD, thyroid dysfunction, anxiety, depression, anaemia
Next steps
Neurological or psychiatric assessment if sudden onset or progressive deterioration
Related nutrients (1)
Low folate is linked to cognitive slowing and poor concentration
Food sources: Spinach (cooked) (~263 mcg folate DFE per cup cooked), Lentils (cooked) (~358 mcg folate DFE per cup cooked)
Supplement categories (3)
Omega-3 supplementation supports brain health and may improve focus and concentration
Cautions: Caution at doses >3 g EPA+DHA/day if on anticoagulants; stop 2 weeks before surgery
Supports nervous system function and energy metabolism relevant to focus
Cautions: High-dose B6 above 100 mg/day long-term is linked to nerve symptoms — check the product dose
B12 deficiency can cause brain fog and poor concentration; correct after confirming deficiency
Cautions: Test levels before high-dose supplementation if the underlying cause is unclear
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