By Simon Martin After a lifetime dedicated to pioneering nutrition and mental health, Patrick Holford—founder of the Institute for Optimum Nutrition (ION) and the visionary behind Food for the Brain—will be stepping down as CEO in 2025 (but will remain very much involved). Over the past...
(Originally posted in IHCAN magazine. Written by Patrick Holford, edited by Carol Ludlam) What is really going on as we age? What contributes to the wrinkles, stiffer joints, slower cognitive function and other health problems? It begins with the brain. Your brain consumes more energy...
by Patrick Holford -- What has homocysteine got to do with autism? Homocysteine, a toxic amino acid commonly associated with disorders of the brain and circulation, is an indicator of a lack of B vitamins resulting in faulty methylation, a process critical for brain function. So...
by Patrick Holford and edited by Nuala Mcdermott Have you ever experienced ‘brain fog’? Difficulty concentrating, feeling mentally sluggish, forgetful, and unable to focus or think clearly? Increasingly, the term is used to describe a range of cognitive symptoms that affect...
If you feel down the trick is to do something you enjoy, however small. A good saying is ‘I’m never upset for the reason I think.’ Often, depression is just anger without enthusiasm. What are you made about? Betraying yourself – not being true to your true nature, can get you down. Feel...
-- Do supplements really help when it comes to cognitive decline or are they money wasted down the toilet?! We believe that the science supports the use of correct supplementation in order to reduce risk of dementia and Alzheimer's - so what is going on and what does the research really...
Nutritional therapists have been measuring red cell glutathione and supplementing glutathione or its precursor N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) for decades. But it’s really hard, and expensive, to measure accurately. Until now. So how does the Glutathione Index work? All of life is a balance...
Widespread omega-3 deficiency is cranking up aggression. Children flying off the handle, fighting at school, increasing rates of ADHD, depression and violent offences, perhaps even more global conflicts - a new study suggests that something very simple could be cranking up...
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is not just an issue to address with our children. Many adults are finding themselves diagnosed with this brain disorder and conventional medicinal support is limited. Why are we struggling to focus and concentrate OR focus on one specific task at...
A 2018 report by the WHO states : ‘Vitamins B and E, PUFA and multi-complex supplementation should not be recommended to reduce the risk of cognitive decline and/or dementia.' Please note that this is not a statement saying 'not enough evidence' or that the evidence is divided. It is a...
