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 …
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Anxiety and Fatigue.
If you’re living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) you’ll know it’s more than just a gut issue. You’ve probably been told to avoid flare triggers, stick to a low-residue diet, …
Dopamine, ADHD and Impulse Control: Eating Insights
ADHD is often associated with impulsivity and cognitive issues, but what rarely gets talked about is how it impacts our relationship with food. A mix of dopamine deficiency and susceptibility …
Nutritional Support for PANS and PANDAS. How Diet, Supplements and Gut Health Can Help.
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 …
Struggling to gain weight? Absorption, mental well-being and comprehensive stool testing.
When we think about weight gain, we often assume it’s just a matter of eating more calories. But for many people, the challenge of being underweight or struggling to maintain …
Nutrients for Speech and language development.
Speech development is a complex neurological process that depends on the right nutrients to support brain function, neural connections, and neurotransmitter production. Ensuring optimal nutrition during critical developmental stages can …
Rebalance Your Gut for Successful Weight Loss
When it comes to weight loss, most people focus on diet and exercise. But what if the key to a healthy metabolism is more complicated? Emerging research shows that there’s …
Nutritional influences on tics and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
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 …
Menopause: Gut health, mood and cognition.
Menopause is a natural shift in a woman’s life, but sometimes the significant hormonal changes have a huge impact on health and well-being. While hot flashes and sleep disturbances are …
From Shelf to Health: The Unsettling Truth About Ultra-Processed Foods
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have taken the spotlight lately, sparking debates on whether all industrially processed foods should be labeled as UPFs. While some argue against demonizing kitchen cupboard staples like …