Vegetarian diets
Posted inCancer Diets Gibraltar Health Nutrition

Vegetarian diets reduces risk of various cancers, but may increase others

Human authored, evidenced-based, 7 min read According to data from the World health organisation (WHO), cancer rates have increased world-wide (1), including Gibraltar (2). Cancer is a leading cause of mortality, accounting for nearly one in six deaths. The WHO predicts over 35 million new cancer cases may be expected by 2050 (3), and that four in ten cancer case may be prevented highlighting the needs for effective preventative measures. Physical activity, and dietary patterns that prioritise fruit, vegetables, and fibre-containing foods, and avoid processed…......
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Prediabetes
Posted inDementia Diabetes Diets Gibraltar Health Nutrition Obesity

Prediabetes to normalcy: 58-year-old client restores metabolic health

Fact checked - 7 min read Between May 2025 and October 2025, I had been working (and still am) with a 58-year-old male in Gibraltar who at baseline weighed 125kg / BMI 44.8, bodyfat ~30-36%. His blood work conducted before starting (data published with prior client consent) displayed considerable insulin resistance and dysglycemia, and noticed that his HbA1c suggested he was prediabetic (5.9%) highlighting the value of lab testing, identifying and tackling imbalances early rather than later. I have worked successfully with many other prediabetics,…......
Posted inDementia, Diabetes, Diets, Gibraltar, Health, Nutrition, Obesity
Zinc lozenges
Posted inCoronavirus Gibraltar Health Nutrition

Can Zinc lozenges prevent colds?

5 min read – fact checked ✔ Brief critical evaluation of the efficacy of Zinc lozenges in preventing and reducing the duration of colds The common cold is caused predominantly by rhinoviruses, and to a lesser extent certain Coronaviruses, representing a significant burden to public health and individual productivity worldwide. As a readily available over-the-counter remedy, zinc lozenges have garnered attention for their potential to alleviate cold symptoms and shorten their duration. However, the evidence surrounding their efficacy remains nuanced and occasionally contradictory. This blog…......
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Steaming coffee mug
Posted inCoffee Gibraltar Health Nutrition

Coffee: More health benefits?

5 min read – fact checked ✔ After water, coffee appears to be the most popular drink worldwide with over 400 billion cups consumed each year (2), often consumed for it’s intense satisfying taste, it’s sociable acceptance, and increased alertness and energy due to caffeine's competitive inhibition of adenosine A1 and A2 receptors. Coffee also contains an array of bioactive compounds, including phenolic (antioxidant) compounds, alkaloids, and diterpenes. There are few studies available investigating the specific phytochemicals within the coffee responsible for the observed effects…......
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