SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) is a relapsing and remitting condition that may affect up to 10-15% of the general population. The hallmark of SIBO is that the small intestine becomes colonised with normal occurring gut flora. The small intestine is normally void of any bacterial colonisation but changes in the environment within the small …
A recent update established that there is a one-to-one ratio between bacterial cells and human body cells. The microbiota refers to the micro-organisms whereas the microbiome is a term which refers to these organisms, and the activities which result from them are specific ecological niches and the surrounding environmental conditions. The gastrointestinal tract is an …
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ADHD has a strong genetic component. Many studies have investigated the role of certain genes and enzymes such as catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) and the dopamine transporter (DAT1) genes on ADHD symptoms,(1). This is because COMT may play a role in degradation of dopamine, which is a key deficiency in the case of ADHD. The two enzymes …
Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Protein consists of long chains of amino acids and there are 20 different types of amino acids. Some are essential (meaning our body doesn’t produce them itself) and some are classed as non-essential, (1). Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers within the body such as serotonin, GABA, dopamine, acetylcholine, …
By Layla Gordon, Registered Nutritional Therapist ADHD is common. In fact, many adults are now often being diagnosed with ADHD after spending decades wondering why they sometimes react the way they do in certain situations. In my clinic, I see clients very often who are on the ADHD spectrum, because there is a very significant …
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By Layla Gordon, Registered Nutritional Therapist, DipION, mBANT, CNHC, O.A. Dip. Ba (Hons) ADHD is common. In fact, many adults are now often being diagnosed with ADHD after spending decades wondering why they sometimes react the way they do in certain situations. Within ADHD there is a spectrum and, in fact, ADHD as a term is quite …
It could be said that the same essential elements are needed for brain health as for physical health, and these include good exercise, nutrition, adequate amino acids from protein, good gut health, quality sleep, adequate water, meditation, stress reduction, creative expression and a sense of community and belonging. (1) Early adulthood (18-25) is a key …
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WHY IS LIVER HEALTH SO IMPORTANT? Your beautiful liver has many, many functions, such as helping to digest food, activating enzymes by releasing bile into your intestines, activating immune cells, metabolising excess cholesterol, producing and metabolising hormones, storing and regulating vitamins and glucose. Signs of liver toxicity include fatigue, indigestion, gas, bloating, constipation, heartburn, PMS, …
It has been said that 35% of men aged 35 have low testosterone, and this may be the reason that they struggle to lose weight, gain muscle and feel full of energy. Androgens are the umbrella term for male hormones and testosterone is the main androgen that produces male characteristics. Low testosterone may be hereditary, …
