New Delhi, Jan. 23 -- Complaints of constant fatigue and brain fog have become increasingly common, especially among younger adults, who walk in convinced that stress, long work hours, or lack of sleep are to blame. While these factors certainly contribute, what often goes unnoticed is the role diet plays in quietly disrupting brain function long before any serious illness is detected.

The brain is an energy-intensive organ. Although it makes up only a small fraction of body weight, it consumes a significant share of the body's energy every single day. "To function optimally, it depends on a steady supply of glucose, fats, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals", Dr Kunal Bahrani, Neurologist, Yatharth Hospitals, tells Health Shots.When thi...