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 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,…
What your score looks like Here is an example of a Cognitive Function Test result. This person scored highly and, in the cognitive domains tested, currently does not show cognitive…
About Alzheimer’s disease What could be worse than losing your mind, while your body has many years to run? Yet, that is precisely what happens to three in ten people…
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…
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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,…