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Can diet improve memory?

Can the Mediterranean Diet Improve Memory and Reduce the Incidence of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease in older people? The science supports this hypothesis.   https://truemedicine.com.au/tips/mediterranean-diet-why-is-it-so-good-for-us/  https://truemedicine.com.au/tips/dementia-awareness/ https://truemedicine.com.au/tips/mental-health-diet-and-your-gut The rising prevalence of cognitive disorders underscores the importance of understanding the relationship between diet and cognitive health. The Mediterranean diet (MeDi) is the most extensively studied diet … Read more

How you can spot cognitive decline

The following article, “Four Ways to Spot Cognitive Decline Without a Formal Assessment, Clues are obvious if you know what to look for” has been written by Delia McCabe. Alternatively, you can listen to her podcast “Cognitive decline is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon linked to structural and functional changes within neural tissue. Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s … Read more

Environmental Toxins and your Health

Everyday exposure to toxins are silently wreaking havoc on our well-being, causing a surge in chronic diseases and health complications, including declining fertility rates. In this video, Dr Mark Hyman speaks with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno about the hidden dangers of environmental toxins. Learn about practical detoxification pathways, foods that support detox, and effective methods like … Read more

Omega 3 & 6

The term “essential fatty acids” relates to oils/fats which must be obtained from diet. Essential fatty acids (EFAs) include the Omega-3 and Omega-6 oils. While Omega-9 oils are not truly “essential” because they can be synthesized in the body, sources include avocado, almond, peanut, and walnut oils. Omega-3 oils are contained in cold water fish … Read more

Supplements – the Pros and Cons

The following article was written by Grace Rivas, BHSc Nat. Practitioner, Nutritional & Herbal Medicine, Functional Medicine & Holistic Health – https://www.gracerivas.com/  The Pros & Cons of taking supplements… With the desire to attain good health, the ready availability of nutraceuticals and many online influencers promoting supplements, this self-prescribing trend has become dangerously popular, consequently with an increase in … Read more

An Apple a Day

Optimum nutrition is the foundation for optimum health according to Bradley McEwen, PhD, MHSc(Hum Nutr), BHSc, Naturopath and Senior Lecturer  at Southern Cross University. Fruit and vegetables are extremely important for a healthy lifestyle as sources of nutrients for optimal health. Fruit and vegetables are important in the reduction of disease risk.  These disease risks … Read more

Omega 3 – The Ultimate Brain Food?

Three recent studies offer an exciting opportunity to delve deeper into the understanding of how omega-3 fatty acids benefit the brain. With one study focusing on the potential protective effects of omega-3 against air pollution, another shedding light on the importance of omega-3 for Alzheimer’s disease, and a meta-analysis revealing positive outcomes in perinatal depression … Read more

How to Elevate Your Head-to-Toe Health with 5 Daily Habits

Guest post by Sheila Olsen of fitsheila.com Photo via Pexels How to Elevate Your Head-to-Toe Health with 5 Daily Habits If you’re looking for simple ways to enhance your whole-body health, look no further! We’re here to share a variety of daily habits that will take your health to the next level. These habits are … Read more

Plastic is in your body and brain

The following article was published by Dr Mercola and is a must-read for anyone who uses and disposes of plastic. Plastic Is Everywhere Now, Including Your Brain Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola   Fact Checked  May 11, 2023 STORY AT-A-GLANCE We live in a throwaway society, and products intended for short-term consumption are packaged in materials … Read more

No “One size fits all”

When it comes to using supplements, there are a lot of considerations that must be taken into account.  Simply reading something or listening to a well-meaning friend and then purchasing a supplement off the shelf does not mean it is suitable for you. Here’s one example of ECGC, an extract from green tea, known for … Read more