What the warm weather is doing to your brain and how you can feel less sluggish
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This is what the warm weather is doing to your brain
- Hot weather can negatively affect cognitive functions like memory, focus, and decision-making due to the body diverting resources to regulate temperature.
- It can also increase irritability and aggression due to disrupted sleep and heightened stress responses.
- However, warm weather can positively impact the brain by increasing sunlight exposure, boosting serotonin and vitamin D levels, which are linked to improved mood and cognitive function.
- People with neurological conditions like MS, epilepsy, and migraines are more vulnerable to heat-related cognitive and emotional changes.
- Staying hydrated, limiting outdoor exposure during peak heat, wearing light clothing, and using cooling methods are crucial for protecting brain health in hot weather.