For decades, one of neuroscience’s great debates has been whether adults can grow new brain cells. We’ve long accepted that babies and young children generate new neurons to build their developing brains – but what about adults? A new study published in Science in...
The Brain’s Sugar Secret: A Functional Medicine Take on Alzheimer’s and Glycogen
What if the very fuel our brain relies on is also contributing to its decline in later years? A new study published in Nature Metabolism (2025) has uncovered a powerful link between sugar storage in the brain and the progression of Alzheimer’s disease—offering a...
The Mouth–Mood Connection: Could Oral Bacteria Be Linked to Depression?
For nearly eight years, we’ve routinely tested the oral microbiome in our cognitive health patients.
How to Read Your Blood Tests Like a Centenarian-in-Training
Imagine turning 100 and still feeling clear-minded, mobile, and full of life. That’s becoming less of a fantasy and more of a reality.
Young-Onset Dementia: Early Warning Signs, Hidden Risks and What To Do If You’re Under 65
Introduction: In the domain of functional medicine and dementia prevention, understanding risk factors is paramount. While well-known factors such as diabetes, stroke, heart disease, and depression have long been scrutinised, recent research has shed light on...
Does Junk Food Increase Your Risk of Alzheimer’s? How Ultra Processed Foods Affect Memory and Brain Health
We've all heard about the perils of junk food – those tasty, convenient treats that fill our bellies but may empty our health. But did you know they could also be harming our brains? A recent study delved into this worrying connection, shedding light on how our love...
What Is a Cognoscopy? The Midlife Brain Health Check to Investigate Memory Loss and Brain Fog
As we journey through life, our brain health becomes increasingly vital, especially as we age. The ability to think clearly, focus, and remember are fundamental to maintaining our independence, productivity, and overall well-being. But did you know that cognitive...
Brain Health Programme: 6 Week Nutrition and Lifestyle Plan to Improve Memory, Focus and Prevent Dementia
WHAT IS THE BRAIN HEALTH PROGRAMME? The Brain Health Programme is six weeks nutrition and lifestyle coaching programme. It has been designed to optimise brain health and cognitive function using a multi-modal nutrition and lifestyle approach. You will attend weekly...
Gut Health and Alzheimer’s: How Your Microbiome May Drive Memory Loss and Dementia Risk
The researches confirm what we see in clinic: 'Our results are indisputable: certain bacterial products of the intestinal microbiota are correlated with the quantity of amyloid plaques in the brain', - explains Moira Marizzoni. 'Alzheimer's disease is the most common...
Easy Nut and Seed Keto Bread Recipe: Low Carb, Gluten Free Loaf for Brain Healthy Eating
Thankfully we don't have to give up our favourite foods, such as bread when on Keto-Flex diet. This recipe is also gluten free and packed with nutritious seeds and nuts. An easy ketogenic bread recipe that makes a beautiful hearty loaf full of fibre and healthy fats....