Nutrition

More great news regarding this female client enrolled on my long-term 6-month Nutritional Therapy programme diagnosed with mild-moderate Alzheimer’s disease, Rheumatoid arthritis (RH), with severe weight loss and sleeping issues, reporting severe Rheumatic swelling and joint pains on both her hands. The client, who started therapy at the end of March had initially accepted that the Rheumatic pain in her hands is something she had to live with as it ‘run in her family’. Two months on her weight is generally stable but increased by…......

Fact-checked - 4 min readA major international long-term study just published (1), conducted over two years, has found that prenatal exposure to glyphosate, the world’s most widely used herbicide in crops, and its commercial formulations cause six types of cancer in rat, even at doses considered safe by regulators in Canada, United State and the EU. Researchers observed significantly increased rates of both benign and malignant tumours across numerous organs, including liver, thyroid, ovaries, kidneys, pancreas, mammary glands, and nervous system. Particularly concerning was the…......

Fantastic news received today from one of my long-term clients, a 55 yr old male client with suspected Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) enrolled on my BRAINGCOG cognitive optimisation programme, with empirical evidence suggesting an improvement in episodic memory (delayed recall) - see results on the image below. Client MOCA memory index scores at 6 months from baseline 12th NOVEMBER 2024At baseline, his Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) test total score was 22/30 (cut-off 26/30), below normal for his age and education level which suggested Mild Cognitive…......

Evidence based, fact-checked - 8 min read In recent years, the conversation around nutrition has shifted from generalised dietary guidelines to more targeted, individual-focused interventions. While public health nutrition has provided invaluable guidance to reduce widespread deficiencies and chronic disease risks at the population level, it often fails to address the unique and dynamic needs of individuals. This is where personalised nutrition, particularly through the lens of Functional Medicine and Nutritional Therapy, as practised by BANT-registered practitioners by myself, arguably holds the upper hand. Read…......

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…......