For optimal physical and mental health
For optimal physical and mental health
PANS (Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Paediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections) are neuropsychiatric conditions caused by immune dysregulation that can cause severe and sudden-onset symptoms in …
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and tics are complex neuropsychiatric conditions that can severely affect individuals’ life. Recent research has highlighted the role that nutrition and gut health play in their development …
Thyroid dysfunction can have a strong impact on both the body and the brain. Thyroid hormones play a critical role in brain function, and imbalances can lead to significant changes …
Amino acid therapy uses the power of specific individual amino acids, the building blocks of protein, to alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety. Amino acids play important roles in making …
1. It’s not all in the mind. The way we view anorexia has not changed much over the years. Despite the progress made in medical science we still have an archaic view …
Selective eating and autism. It is not unusual to find children with selective eating habits and it is very common in children with autism. Restricting food intake to a limited …
This case study shows how important nutrition can be in the management of anxiety. Kate struggled with acute anxiety for at least ten years. She recalls being anxious as a …
An Organic Acid Test (OAT) measures by-products of cellular metabolism in a urine sample. These metabolites give us an insight into different processes in our body. These metabolites can give us …
Magnesium is a very common deficiency in the general population. Diets high in carbohydrate and sugar can cause a magnesium deficiency simply because it creates a need for additional magnesium …
When she came to see me, Maya was struggling to get to sleep almost every night. Her mind would start racing with ‘things to do’ , ‘what if’s’ just as …