There are many reasons why we lose focus at work, but all too often the issues that are impacting our focus is as much to do with our eating habits as it is our surroundings. The one issue that high carbohydrate diets can create is  early afternoon brain fog which is created when you suffer from low blood sugar or higher than normal levels of cortisol and insulin.

Start first with reducing the amount of high glycemic carbohydrates from your lunch and replacing it with moderate levels of protein and slower burning carbohydrates like, vegetables, or healthy fats such as nuts or avocados. MCT oil is also a great way to add some healthy fats to your diet. Dave Asperey author of “Bullet Proof Diet” suggests that their brand of MCT oil is “brain octane” and having used it for over two years it has been a perfect afternoon pick me up that allows me to remain focused and alert in the afternoons.

Another way to increase cognitive function is by supplementing L-Theanine, a naturally occurring amino acid that works extremely well when added to roughly 200mg of caffeine (been wondering what was in my afternoon coffee?) This combination of L-Theanine and Caffeine is noted to be synergistic in promoting cognition , attention and focus. If you are carrying out a task that requires memory, cognition and a heightened focus, a great way to begin would be with a beverage of the following:

100-200 mg of L-Theanine, 1 TBS of MCT oil, 1 tbs grass fed butter, 1 cup of bullet proof coffee. Whip vigorously and you will find that your focus and recall will be better than ever before.