Long covid trigger? And how to avoid it

Long COVID is characterised by long-term symptoms like brain fog, fatigue and/or memory loss. Brain fog is loosely defined as the inability to focus on tasks, memory problems, general fatigue and headaches.A study in Cell Journal published October 16th 2023 links long Covid with low levels of serotonin – a vital neurotransmitter that affects mood, … Read more

Time for Vitamin D as the days get shorter

NHS recommends winter D supplements Vitamin D is important for health all year round, but especially in the winter when there is less sunlight and we don’t go out as much. The NHS recommends it for all adults and children over 4 years old. “During the autumn and winter, you need to get vitamin D … Read more

Nicotinamide Riboside, Lutein and Carotenoids for brain protection

New studies on reducing Alzheimer’s risk naturally Research indicates that NAD+ plays a key role in helping your brain cells age well. And supplementation with nicotinamide riboside and apigenin helps boost NAD+. Plus, a June 23 study in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease re-confirms the effectiveness of antioxidant vitamins A and E and carotenoids, including lutein, … Read more

2 years younger in just 2 months?

A fascinating 2021 study shows it can be done And with the nutrients and lifestyle advice we have been recommending for years. [Ref: Potential reversal of epigenetic age using a diet and lifestyle intervention: a pilot randomized clinical trial – PMC (nih.gov)] As I reported in the book Delay Ageing: Healthy to 100 there are … Read more

High blood pressure – Simple fixes that could save your life

High blood pressure in nearly half of over-50s Nearly HALF of all adults over 50 in the USA have high blood pressure or hypertension. The figure is similar in the UK. And that alarming statistic rises to 70% for those over 70!! And many of those people are undiagnosed. [Ref: Estimated Hypertension Prevalence, Treatment, and … Read more