Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) comprises of a range of neurodevelopmental disorders characterised by social/communication deficits as well as repetitive/restrictive interests or behaviours. Currently, the exact causes of ASD symptomology is far from being understood. This is, in part, due to the complex and multifactorial nature of the disorder.Despite such complexities significant progress to understanding the disorder … Continue reading The Epigenetics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Epigenetic Marks in Blood May Help Detect Early Alzheimer’s
Late onset Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of the disease, which affects over 35 million people around the world with crippling dementia. Recent evidence suggests that early intervention can help slow down the memory loss—one of Alzheimer’s hallmark symptoms. Earlier intervention can occur with earlier detection, and so researchers have been focusing on … Continue reading Epigenetic Marks in Blood May Help Detect Early Alzheimer’s
Anxiety | Tips to Help Ease the Struggle
Dr. Group talks about an epidemic affecting adults and children alike — anxiety and depression. Life can be tough sometimes, and with so many people diagnosed with these conditions every day, it’s time to get down to the root cause. If you or a loved one is going through this, know that you are not … Continue reading Anxiety | Tips to Help Ease the Struggle
Understanding the “gut-brain axis” – Can people with anxiety benefit from probiotic foods and supplements?
Anxiety is linked to various mental and physical disorders, especially those caused by stress. Many natural therapies offer relief, but a recent study suggests that maintaining a healthy gut microbiota as a novel treatment for anxiety. In a review, a team of scientists from Shanghai Jiao Tong University in China examined the relationship between the gut and anxiety … Continue reading Understanding the “gut-brain axis” – Can people with anxiety benefit from probiotic foods and supplements?
Got memory loss, brain fog and chronic fatigue? Here are the top 5 causes
It’s really hard to eat healthy when you read the wrong news or can’t even remember good advice when you hear it. Some people get really motivated when they see a Youtuber who’s in great shape and has simple tips, but try to put those strategies into action while your cleansing organs are being ‘vandalized’ by chemicals, and without … Continue reading Got memory loss, brain fog and chronic fatigue? Here are the top 5 causes
Edible seaweed is packed with iodine for improved thyroid health
Seaweed is a type of alga that grows in the sea. Not only is it a food source for some forms of marine life, it also serves as a source of nutrition for humans. Seaweed is known for containing high amounts of iodine, an essential mineral used by the body to produce thyroid hormones. These … Continue reading Edible seaweed is packed with iodine for improved thyroid health
Lay off the aspirin: Research says even “small doses” can cause brain hemorrhage
Taking aspirin, even in low doses, could lead to bleeding inside the skull, according to a report published in JAMA Neurology. Researchers from Taiwan and California investigated the link between low-dose aspirin and intracranial hemorrhage, a type of bleeding that occurs inside the skull. While any form of internal bleeding is considered a medical emergency, intracranial bleeding has a relatively … Continue reading Lay off the aspirin: Research says even “small doses” can cause brain hemorrhage
Brush your teeth every day to keep brain disease away: Study links gingivitis bacteria to increased risk of Alzheimer’s
Maintaining good oral health can help slow down the development of Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research. In a study published in Science Advances, researchers discovered that Porphyromonas gingivalis, a bacterium that causes chronic periodontitis (gum infection), colonizes the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The toxic substances produced by P. gingivalis — called gingipains — correlate with the levels of tau and ubiquitin … Continue reading Brush your teeth every day to keep brain disease away: Study links gingivitis bacteria to increased risk of Alzheimer’s
An essential guide to understanding B-vitamins
Did you know that there are eight B vitamins? These are eight of the many essential nutrients that your body needs to keep your bodily systems functioning at optimum performance. What each individual B vitamin does varies, but they generally work to convert food into energy, make new blood cells and keep existing skin cells, brain … Continue reading An essential guide to understanding B-vitamins
Discovering the anti-obesity potential of quercetin
Studies have come out in support of how quercetin, a bioactive flavonoid, can protect the body against certain obesity-related health issues in several ways. With around two out of three adults and one out six children and adolescents in America being considered obese, it may be time to look further into other compounds and nutrients that have … Continue reading Discovering the anti-obesity potential of quercetin
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 