Question:
Low energy, constant brain fog, 5yrs post, gained back 30

Am having my left knee replaced at the end of Jan 2009 and really would like to lose some of the gain back. I feel so awful all the time that my brain can't even function to accomplish anything. Suggestions please? Connie    — halftimer (posted on December 30, 2008)

December 30, 2008
Sometimes that "brain fog" thing is a sign of dehydration or some other deficiency. I recommend you see your doctor ASAP for a bloodtest, etc. If you've slacked off on your vitamins or protein or water intake, that could be the reason for the symptoms.
   — suezahn4me

December 30, 2008
Connie, have you had your labs done recently? Start there - make sure all is well - don't forget to check you b-12. Brain fog is very typical of a low b-12.
   — kathcar

December 30, 2008
Like the others suggest...These symptoms are a fine sign to go get labs...I had multiple deficiencies that gave me the same symptoms...I won't even guess... could be several or just one thing...3-5 years is are magic numbers; that is when many deficiencies show up even for the most healthy of the Gastric Bypassers! Mine showed up at year 4....Spent the last year fighting anemia and malnutrition...But had gained 10 lbs too! I am healthy again and lost my 10 pounds! Body works so much more efficiently at losing weight and maintaining it when it is nourished and healthy...Make an appointment to have ALL your vitamin levels and blood counts done as soon as possible! Do not ignore your symptoms any longer...and if you are not taking all your vits and supps religiously...you better make that appointment today!
   — .Anita R.

December 30, 2008
Another thing you may want to have checked is your thyroid levels. Low energy and a brain fog is also one of the side effects of low thyroid levels.
   — hubarlow

December 30, 2008
Definitely go to your doc. Make sure your labs are good before your knee replacement surgery. If your brain fog still persists your docs might want to do further testing such as an MRI or PET scan of your brain. Good Luck and God Bless, vinnigirl, retired RN
   — vinnigirl

December 30, 2008
Hope you feel better soon. I was wondering if you taking pain meds. They sure can make you feel "foggy"
   — urbrat2

December 30, 2008
"Brain fog" can be the result of trying to live a "carb free" lifestyle. You need some unrefined carbs to make you brain function properly. Just a thought. DAVE
   — Dave Chambers

January 1, 2009
As part of energy issues that I have, I also have trouble concentrating--being is a fog is a good description. I also lose track of things and forget what I am doing. When I add back carbs that all goes away almost immediately. But, I also immediately start gaining weight. My surgeon shrugs and tells me that if I want to eat carbs I am not committed to weight loss. I am not trying to be negative, but it seems like there is a big disconnect here and the weight loss industry wants to ignore it.
   — NevOhio