What is brain fog?

Mental fatigue is a common symptom during perimenopause and menopause. Brain fog may be a bit of a buzz word at the moment, but for a lot of women it is very real, and has a huge impact on daily life. Brain fog may show up in your day as difficulty concentrating, confusion, memory lapses and/or slow mental processing – all things that can feel really frustrating.

The NHS estimates that there are around 13 million¹ people going through their second spring in the UK, so if you're feeling the frustrations, you’re certainly not alone. The changes and fluctuations of hormone levels causes significant biological shifts, it is no wonder that it can have a profound impact on mental well-being and cognition.

Why are Omega-3s helpful for menopause?

Although this hormonal change is natural part of menopause, there are ways to help manage symptoms. Looking after your brain health can make a real difference, especially for common peri‑ and menopausal symptoms like brain fog.

The benefits of omega‑3 for women are becoming increasingly well recognised. It has been found that Essential Faty Acids (EFAs) are crucial for supporting and protecting cognitive health². Since the brain is made up of roughly 60% fat³, Omega-3 fatty acids (particularly DHA) contribute to the structure and function of cell membranes, helping support their integrity, flexibility, and repair.

What foods are high in omega-3's?

Eating an omega‑3‑rich diet is a great way to naturally support cognitive wellness, and support the management of your brain fog. You may already be enjoying some of these omega‑3‑rich foods without realising it. Omega‑3s can be found in:

Fatty fish, eg: mackerel or salmon
Nuts and seeds, eg: flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts
Oils such as rapeseed, soybean and flaxseed oil
Soy products, eg: soya beans, soy milk and tofu
Eggs

High potency power

Although we suggest getting plenty of omega-3 from your diet, taking an omega supplement gives you that additional support to optimise levels of these essential fats, which is especially useful during perimenopause and menopause. Our High Potency Omega 3 Vegan is our extra strength Bio-Effective® omega, designed to support heart health, brain function and vision.

Product deep dive:

High Potency Omega‑3 Vegan is a powerful, algae‑derived omega-3 supplement
Each capsule provides 475mg of DHA, the predominant omega‑3 in the brain, to directly support memory, focus and overall cognitive function
EPA and DHA together help reduce inflammatory stressors, supporting a healthy environment for optimal cognitive performance

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Clinical results you can trust

We recently had the exciting opportunity to further explore the impact of omega-3s. We supplied our High Potency Omega-3 Vegan capsules to Bonnie Jeffries, a Master’s student at St Mary’s University, who is investigating whether daily vegan omega-3 supplementation can support memory and cognitive function in perimenopausal and menopausal women.

"Cytoplan’s support of my research into vegan omega-3 supplementation and cognition in menopausal women was invaluable. Omega-3 fatty acids are widely recognised for their role in supporting brain health, and using their high-strength vegan omega-3 allowed us to explore this in greater depth.

While the full findings are still to come, the study revealed encouraging patterns across several cognitive measures, which has ultimately led to follow-up research - something that simply would not have been the same without their support."

- Bonnie Jeffries

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Support through menopause

A personalised wellness routine can make all the difference. Every woman’s menopause journey is unique, and a tailored routine can help you feel more supported and balanced. Our Nutritional Therapists have carefully formulated products to provide Bio-Effective® nutritional support for your menopause journey.

Women's Wholefood Multi

This recently improved multivitamin formula is designed for women under 50, providing essential nutrients, including iron, and targeted botanicals to support overall health and hormonal balance.

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Perimenopause Complex

This carefully formulated blend helps support energy, balance and emotional wellbeing, helping your body adapt to the changes that occur during perimenopause.

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