A nutritionist’s blunt advice on how to feel better and live longer — Life expectancy is going backward in both the U.S. and the U.K. This isn’t a blip like World War I plus the Spanish flu combo. This is a downward trend since 2015. When’s it going to stop? What’s happening to our quality of life? For one thing, chronic disease is…

A look at the laughable evidence used by the IARC to wrongfully condemn red meat. — The soft leather seats and bustle of the coffee shop belied the importance of the meeting. It was going well so far, skipping along with nods and positive noises, and then everything changed. Upon hearing some of my recommendations, the healthcare consultant, with eyes wide, hugged his knee like a…

I lay on the piss-soaked floor for hours, the cold tiles oddly refreshing on my temple. And that’s just one of many episodes. — Meniere’s disease swept into my life shortly after moving to Dubai in 2004. The only suspect I have was the mandatory hepatitis B vax which I was given twice (2x2) because they lost my paperwork and insisted having twice the dose wasn’t a problem. That’s not a political statement of…

The gut flora ordering you to eat sugar — Do you ever wonder why you just can’t resist that sweet treat, even though you know it’s not the healthiest choice? Believe it or not, it might not be entirely your fault. Our gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that form our gut microbiota, and these little party animals…

The science of grounding and how you can easily add it into your health routine. — We’ve all experienced the simple joy of walking barefoot on the beach or a grassy park, feeling the earth beneath our feet, and connecting with nature. But did you know that this simple act of kicking off your shoes might have some surprising health benefits too? …

Outdoor play can transform your child’s life. — Modern kids spend less time outside than high-security prisoners. Did you know that nature can be a powerful ally in helping your child grow stronger, healthier, and happier? A plethora of studies have shown that spending time in nature is essential for children’s overall well-being and cognitive development. Every Child…

The sweet-tasting amino acid that tackles your wide-awake hormones. — “Tick-tock,” said the clock in my head. The silent digital alarm next to me stood with its compact and mocking luminescent arms, their glow somehow penetrating my eyelids that had never been thinner. In a few short hours, I’d be presenting to a company about nutrition and mental health. …

Is your modern diet clashing with your ancient brain? — People are eating too much sugar, and it’s making them ill. In fact, granulated sweetness may be the driving force behind cognitive issues including Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers have uncovered more reasons to stop eating this sinister sweet stuff. But are we listening? “80% of people with Alzheimer’s disease have either…

But it was my response to it that destroyed me. — “You could be forgiven for thinking this is all centred around vanity, but the thing that crushed me was that it made me feel like a fraud.” Three years ago my hair started falling out for the second time. In fact, I’d only had it all back for about 6…