If you’re a woman in your 40s or 50s and you're finding it harder to concentrate, you're not alone. Brain fog is one of the most common – and frustrating – symptoms of perimenopause.
But it can also affect women post menopause. Many women report struggling with focus, memory lapses, word-finding issues and mental fatigue as hormones shift.
While this cognitive fog is normal, it can be deeply unsettling – especially when you're balancing work, family, and everyday life. The good news is that there are natural ways to support mental clarity during this stage and one we can help with at MDTea. A simple daily ritual: a cup of our MindWell tea.
This refreshing blend was specifically designed to gently support focus, concentration and clarity, while helping you feel less anxious and more energised.
If we take a closer look at the ingredients in this blend, we can explain how they work to deliver these benefits. Each one is a natural, yet powerful, botanical with proven effects. Together they create a blend that not only supports your focus but tastes delicious too
Gunpowder green tea contains flavonoids and antioxidants that support healthy blood flow and oxygen delivery to the brain. Its caffeine content gives a gentle lift in alertness without the crash or overstimulation of coffee – ideal for sensitive nervous systems during hormonal shifts.
Tulsi (a.k.a. holy basil) is an adaptogenic herb used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine, tulsi helps the body adapt to stress, balance mood, and promote mental resilience — all key factors when hormones are fluctuating.
Gotu kola & ginkgo biloba are traditionally used to support memory, circulation, and brain function. They may help sharpen focus, reduce brain fatigue, and support mental clarity.
Ashwagandha is known for helping regulate cortisol (the stress hormone), support better sleep, and promote a sense of calm, all of which can positively affect cognitive function during perimenopause.
Lemongrass with its fresh, citrusy scent, helps awaken the senses while offering gentle digestive support – an often-overlooked piece of feeling clear and balanced.
While no tea can eliminate brain fog entirely, simple daily rituals like brewing a supportive herbal blend can help women feel more grounded and clear-headed.
Alongside lifestyle factors such as better sleep, mindful movement, and nutrition, tea can play a supportive role in navigating brain fog during perimenopause. We also recommend seeing a hormone specialist if symptoms are particularly bad or persistent
As this tea contains caffeine, we recommend that this tea to be taken during the day, especially for women whose caffeine sensitivity is increase through perimenopause and beyond.
Happy sipping!
