Alzheimer's disease

140,000 – that’s the number of different mushrooms thought to exist in the world. 1 . Yet only 10% are currently known and defined by the scientific community. Certain mushrooms stand out because of their particular flavour, and are much prized in the culinary world, while others have been valued...

In December 2018, we published an article entitled “ Get rid of the jelly invading your brain ” which demonstrated the importance of omega-3 fatty acids for maintaining the health of your brain and optimising your cognitive function as you grow older. This article discussed several key points: The body...

The harsh reality is that there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, a fact that’s difficult to accept for the 850,000 people in the UK affected by it. However, this doesn’t mean there’s no hope: scientists are currently investigating a number of avenues to try and stop the disease’s...

Alongside classic supplements such as acetyl-l-carnitine, alpha-lipoic acid, omega-3, green tea, curcuma and Ginkgo biloba, we’re seeing the emergence of innovative new molecules for maintaining cognitive function. Acting at many levels – inhibiting acetylcholinesterase, eliminating beta-amyloid plaques, and combatting oxidative stress and chronic inflammation – these substances appear to offer...

Recent research has offered new hope in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. While several studies had already demonstrated the importance of Vitamin B Complex for the central nervous system, a French research team has assessed the therapeutic potential of these vitamins for reducing the...