Nutrition

I am pleased to announce a collaboration with the Gibraltar Alzheimer’s & Dementia Society (GADS), with a talk discussing the current research in relation to the potential for personalised nutrition to prevent the onset of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer’s disease. The event will be held at the Charles Hunt Room, John McIntosh Hall, on Thursday 13th February between 6pm - 715pm. The registration fee is only £20 with 50% of the proceeds going to support the invaluable work by GADS volunteers to support the wellbeing of…......

Evidenced-based, fact checked - 7 min read Ancient civilisations were certainly were aware of peppermint family's medicinal value, having been used as herbal medicines in ancient Egypt, Greek and Rome thousands of years ago. Dried peppermint leaves have even been found in several Egyptian pyramids carbon dating back to 1,000 BC (1) which is remarkable. Resarch has revealed a plethora of potential health benefits associated with the use of different components of the peppermint plant, including aromatherapeutic, topical and internal applications. Most of the human…......

Fact checked, 8 min read An analysis report by the Spanish Agency for Food Security and Nutrition (AESAN) found that up to 40% of all food sold in Spain may contain traces of pesticides (1). AESAN’s most recent report published in April 2023, from data as from 2021, found that fruits and vegetables were by far the most contaminated foods, with 121 of the 123 total pesticides detected in the sampled produce. 43% of the fruits and vegetables analysed were found to contain pesticides, and…......

A recent study published in the journal Neurology by Yuhan and colleagues, suggested that consuming (processed) red meat increases the risk of dementia in US adults (1). The findings come from researchers led by a team at the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health in Boston, based on records of 133,771 people in two US health databases. The participants were followed for up to 43 years, with dietary patterns charted against the probabllity of developing dementia. Based on the 11,173 people in the study…......

The Dark Side of Plant-Based Proteins and Chocolate: In recent years, plant-based protein powders and dark chocolate have gained significant popularity for their health benefits and sustainability. However, recent reports have highlighted alarming levels of heavy metals, including lead and cadmium, in these products. While these findings raise valid concerns, understanding the context and scientific evidence behind these reports is essential for making informed dietary choices. Heavy Metals in Plant-Based Protein PowdersConsumer safety groups have flagged plant-based protein powders for containing higher levels of lead…......

Fact checked - 8 min readThe US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a ban on a food additive Red dye number 3, otherwise known as Erythrosine (additive E-127) in the EU and UK. The additive which is made from petroleum and had been found to cause cancer in rats (1), was removed in response to a 2022 petition from the Centre for Science in the Public Interest and other advocacy groups applies to all foods, dietary supplements and oral medications, but the ban will…......

In 2025, the focus on personalised health strategies continues to grow, with nutritional therapy leading the way in helping individuals achieve their health goals, manage diagnosed conditions, and optimise well-being. Rooted in the functional medicine model, these bespoke programmes aim to uncover and address the underlying causes of symptoms, offering a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to long-term health improvements. Here’s why signing up early for such a programme can be transformative: 1. Achieving Your Goals Faster Starting early allows us more time to identify and…......

My 'gift of health' Xmas vouchers for Nutritional Therapy interventions based on the functional medicine model, can be a meaningful way to support a loved one’s health this holiday season in Gibraltar. Nutritional Therapy focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of health issues, offering a personalised approach to chronic disease management and prevention (see fig.1 below). My Xmas vouchers (example above) are personalised, printed and delivered to you by hand well in time for the special day (see example below). Here are some…......

Dramatic decrease in blood pressure in Stage 2 hypertensive female client with behaviour, diet and lifestyle modifications. Before starting her Nutritional Therapy programme, the client was on a GP-prescribed hypertensive medication as a result of her long history of elevated blood pressure. Upon evaluation it was noticed that despite regularly taking her blood pressure medication, her numbers were rather elevated (170/63) which her GP aware of. Upon analysising her dietary intake it was strongly suspected her medication was being rendered ineffective due to a major…......