Lately, it seems everywhere we turn, we are faced by the conflicting messages around what constitutes as healthy behaviours. But the one thing that is undeniable is the importance of good quality and quantity sleep. As a society, we are sleeping less than our grandparents, due to our reliance on technology and being constantly “on”.…
Imagine a life where your energy levels are high, but your anxiety is low, your sleep is great, your skin is clear and your tummy is flat. If you have suffered from digestive issues, like acid reflux, colitis, diverticulitis, food allergies, peptic ulcers, or any of the symptoms under the broad term IBS, it is very likely…
The easiest way to understand the gut-brain connection is by looking at the link between IBS and Anxiety. FOOD AND MOOD A lot of people start their days with cereal or oats or toast. But did you know that those carbohydrates are probably the least beneficial way to balance your energy and your mood…
The human brain has approximately 900 billion neurons (nerve cells). We lose an estimated 9,000 neurons daily from our early twenties. This process is accelerated by injury, stress, toxins, and inflammation. However, there is hope! Neuroplasticity allows the brain to reorganise and compensate for the loss of neurons by forming new neural connections. There is…
It’s the start of the last week of June, marking the end of the first half of the year. No doubt you’ve set many goals for 2017, and now is a good time to review your progress. Are your plans and actions for the second half of the year aligned with the overall vision you…
The mercury rarely reaches 30 degrees in the UK but when it does, it’s more important than ever to stay hydrated. As little as a 2 – 3 % drop in hydration can impair your attention, and decision making. We need water to lubricate joints, to metabolize proteins, to insulate the brain, spinal chord and…
Here is Dr David Perlmutter’s lecture on healthy aging for brain health. He is a Functional Medicine Neurologist and the video discusses the potential that neuroplasticity has for reversing cognitive decline, i.e. neuro-degenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s, and Dementia, through lifestyle – particularly around exercise, and food. This is quite personal for me, because of…