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Fibromyalgia Insomnia and Brain Fog. Finally an Explanation. Dr Richard Hagmeyer

April 25, 2012 //  by Dr Hagmeyer

woman waking up

Are you a night owl who can’t fall asleep? Do you rely on Caffeine from coffee, soda or some other caffeinated beverage, Do you rely on energy drinks? Is your spouse or significant other afraid to talk to you before you have had your coffee? If so, you may have an increased risk of developing dementia later in life.

Our “body clock,” or circadian rhythm, regulates our sleep/wake cycles.

A healthy circadian rhythm has you alert in the morning, tired at night, and able to sleep through the night. Any deviation from this spells trouble according to new research.

When it becomes imbalanced your risk of developing dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other diseases increases.

Dementia and circadian rhythm share same area of the brain

The area of the brain that governs the circadian rhythm, the hippocampus, also plays a role in short-term memory and learning. The hippocampus is the first target of degeneration in dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

An imbalanced circadian rhythm could point to problems in the hippocampus and an increased risk of dementia later in life.

Studies link circadian rhythm imbalance with dementia risk

A recent study found the risk of dementia was higher in older women with weaker circadian rhythms.

A 2008 study also found that tracking circadian rhythms over time could predict cognitive decline in healthy older adults.

Circadian rhythm balance goes beyond dementia

Dementia isn’t the only risk. Studies have also linked an imbalanced circadian rhythm with cardiovascular disease, weight gain, mood disturbances, constipation, prostate cancer, and breast cancer.

Are you at risk for dementia later in life?

How do you know if your circadian rhythm is off balance? Look at whether you suffer from any of the following symptoms:

  • Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
  • Difficulty waking in the morning
  • Not feeling rested after sleep
  • Poor or slow recovery from exercise
  • Drop of energy between 4 –7 p.m.

Preventing dementia naturally

How can you normalize your circadian rhythm and lower the risk for dementia? The answer lies largely in regulating cortisol, an adrenal stress hormone. Studies show high cortisol from physical or mental stress degenerates the hippocampus.

The stress from inflammation in particular has been shown to be associated with atrophy of the hippocampus. This has been evidenced on blood panels by higher levels of homocysteine, a telltale sign of inflammation.

Lower inflammation to prevent dementia

time magazine inflammation

One of the best ways to normalize the circadian rhythm is to reduce inflammation; your diet is the first place to start.

Address food sensitivities, such as to gluten, Casein, lower the amount of starchy foods and sweets to stabilize blood sugar, optimize Thyroid function and eliminate processed foods.

Ask my office about an anti-inflammatory diet program.

Other tools I can help you with include addressing brain health and chemistry. Chronic stress can disrupt the balance of neurotransmitters, brain chemicals that regulate mood and wellbeing. Have you ever noticed that when your tired you also get irritable? If so Restoring balance to neurotransmitters will help regulate the body’s clock.

Adrenal adaptogens, herbs that help modulate adrenal cortisol levels, can significantly balance the circadian rhythm and protect the hippocampus, as can liposomal phosphatidylserine.

Of course, establishing healthy sleep habits and reducing lifestyle stressors will also help lower cortisol levels and normalize your circadian rhythm.

If you suffer with Inflammation, or poor sleep, contact my office at 630-718-0555 and schedule a Free Phone Consultation. We would love to help you start feeling refreshed again.

Learn more about our Practice and Dr. Hagmeyer by visiting us at https://www.drhagmeyer.com/about-dr-hagmeyer/

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