Why nutrition is important for the brain
The brain is the most energy-hungry organ in the body. Despite the fact that it weighs just 1.5kg, it steals roughly 25% of the body’s energy requirements. It is therefore…
The brain is the most energy-hungry organ in the body. Despite the fact that it weighs just 1.5kg, it steals roughly 25% of the body’s energy requirements. It is therefore…
What is Schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is a loaded word, feared by patient and public alike. It conjures up images of dangerous and crazy people. In truth, most members of the public…
Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurological disorder that is caused by a degeneration of cells in the part of the brain that produces the neurotransmitter dopamine (chemical messenger). It is…
About Depression Depression is rated by the World Health Organisation as the leading cause of disease burden amongst high income countries. Depression is characterised by feelings of worthlessness or guilt,…
About Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression) Bipolar disorder is characterised by episodes of deep depression followed by mania. The set of symptoms and their severity varies considerably from person to person,…
About ADHD Children with ADHD may have three basic problems, they can’t pay attention, they are hyperactive, they act on impulse. It can however be difficult to draw the line…
Why Lack of B Vitamins and Omega-3 are Driving the Dementia Epidemic with Emeritus Professor David Smith Watch now Emeritus Professor of Pharmacology, University of Oxford is…
We’re here to help you support your mental health At Food for the Brain Foundation, we are dedicated to generating awareness about the important role that nutrition and lifestyle plays…
Throughout this period of forced social isolation, many are fortunate enough to be living with family and therefore may not feel the negative effects of social distancing as much. However,…
Just one night of little sleep can have a significant impact on our mental wellbeing and cognitive function. Although it may appear that our brain completely switches off whilst we’re…