How much of the ‘terrible 2s’ is actually down to a lack of omega-3? If a child is acting out, with bursts of anger and unable to concentrate, it's entirely possible that they are lacking enough omega-3. Children are particularly vulnerable to dips in omega-3 supply because their brains are...
The brain usually relies on glucose for energy because, unlike the muscles, it cannot burn fat. Ketones are a terrific alternative source of fuel, but the brain only has access to them when the body runs out of glucose and enters ketosis or if they are supplemented in the diet. Therefore, under...
You may be surprised to learn that the essential mineral chromium, despite having clear effects on stabilising blood sugar, reducing carb cravings and improving mood, still has no Recommended Daily Amount (RDA) . This is partly because it is needed in relatively small amounts, 50μg (micrograms),...
The ideal diet for life, as well as reducing your future risk of cognitive decline, is a low-GL (low-glycaemic load) diet. By definition, this is a diet that keeps your blood sugar levels even. This means that you produce little insulin, which is not only the fat-storing hormone but also a...
The decision whether to breastfeed or bottle feed is deeply personal to each parent. Moreover, there are many additional factors which may influence on the ability of an ability to breastfeed, including health, milk supply, needing to return to work quickly etc. This page will explore nutritional...
Nutritional psychiatry is an emerging area of research focused on the evidence base surrounding food and its impact on mental wellbeing, with specific consideration of role of the gut-brain axis. In 2015, Sarris et al. (2015) published a landmark paper in the Lancet advocating for nutrition to be...
Introduction Puberty is a time of great transition for females. Puberty typically begins between age 8 - 13 in females, although age of onset is affected by race, ethnicity and environmental factors, such as food availability and nutrition status. Puberty begins with development of breast buds...
Parkinson’s disease is a complex neurodegenerative condition that affects 1-2% of people over the age of 65. The condition is associated with symptoms including tremors, muscle rigidity, and sleep and mental health problems including anxiety and depression. Mainstream medicine can help...
Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time. You might feel anxious when doing a presentation at work, taking a test, or making an important decision. However, anxiety disorders go beyond temporary worries or fears. For people who suffer from anxiety disorders, the condition...
Introduction 18-30 is a life stage full of transition and change, characterised by the independence and autonomy which comes with being an emerging adult. The brain continues to develop until the mid or even late twenties, particularly the areas of the brain responsible for reasoning and...
