Ask most people what ADHD is and they’ll talk about focus, fidgeting or losing their keys. The focus is primarily on the brain, but the people I work with present …
Dopamine dysregulation, gut microbiome imbalances and motor symptoms in Autism.
A common early motor symptom in autism is toe walking. Parents are usually told it is linked with sensory processing and/or a tight Achilles tendon. What doesn’t get considered is …
Vitamin B12 and Psychiatric Issues.
Vitamin B12 deficiency is usually associated with fatigue, anaemia, and tingling in the hands and feet. Its psychiatric presentations receive far less attention in general practice, despite case literature showing …
Organic Acid Testing (OAT)
When trying to understand what is causing or specific symptoms or health issues standard bloodwork is a reasonable starting point, but it rarely gives the answers we’re looking for on …
5 Signs Your Hormones Are Out of Balance.. and what to do about it.
So you know something is not right, but you can’t quite put your finger on it. You’re eating (reasonably) well, nothing has changed lifestyle-wise BUT you’re constantly tired, your mood …
Favanols and brain health: Better circulation, better cognition.
Feeling forgetful or struggling with brain fog? Sometimes the culprit is more simple than you think. Poor circulation. When blood flow cannot reach all areas, your brain gets fewer nutrient …
When the Brain Runs Low on Folate
Folate regulates regulate mood, motivation, language and sensory processing by supporting the production of serotonin, dopamine and GABA. It also fuels methylation, the biochemical system that manages everything from DNA …
Gut bacteria, OCD and stool testing.
Research shows that the gut microbiome helps regulate neurotransmitters, influences inflammation and communicates directly with the brain via the vagus nerve. This bidirectional link means that disturbances in the gut …
Functional lab testing for unexplained symptoms.
You’ve visited your GP and they have run the tests. Maybe more than once. You’ve been told everything looks fine, but you still don’t feel well. You’re tired all the …
Is there a link between Anorexia Nervosa and Autism?
Up to half of people with anorexia nervosa also meet the criteria for an autism diagnosis. According to research conducted at the Institute of Psychiatry, the place where I began …