Why Do Our Brains Feel Foggy After a Bad Night’s Sleep? Scientists Think They Found the Answer
Whether it’s from pulling an all-nighter in college or being unable to turn your brain off after a hectic day, we’ve all experienced a night of fitful sleep — and the fogginess that sets in the next morning. After your eyes open and you sit up in bed, you may even find yourself wondering what day it is. But why exactly does restless slumber result in this less-than-pleasant feeling? Thanks to a recent study out of MIT, we now have new scientific insight, which might in turn have you prioritizing shut-eye a little more.
