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𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲? As the weekend approaches, I wanted to share a recent in vitro study offering a preliminary hypothesis (link to the study). 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝘇𝘇𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀:This study delves into how quercetin, a compound in red wine, might influence getting a headache.…

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲, 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲, 𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 (link to the study). 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵:In a large observational study, researchers explored the Mediterranean diet’s role in protecting cognitive function in older…

What if our diet could impact our brain’s structure? An intriguing study on the MIND diet may provide food for thought. (Link to the study) 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵:The heart-healthy MIND diet (a fusion of the Mediterranean and DASH diets) might also impact our brain health. Recent findings from a study…

Could the fruits and vegetables we eat influence our gut health? A recent study looked into this, suggesting how the bacteria in our favourite produce might impact our gut (link to the study). 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗮:Our gut houses a vast community of tiny organisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses. These microscopic residents are essential…

Could our gut health be linked to heart failure? A recent systematic review explored this intriguing connection (link to study). 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗮:The gut microbiota refers to the trillions of microorganisms living in our intestines, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses. These play a crucial role in our overall health, potentially influencing our immune system, mood,…

Could micronutrient deficiencies in older adults lead to delirium? A recent systematic review delved into this critical question (link to study). 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀?Micronutrients, usually vitamins and minerals, are essential for healthy development and overall well-being. Unlike macronutrients, which are needed in more significant amounts and include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, micronutrients are required in…

Could high-fat consumption during stress impact our brain’s health? A recent study delved into this question (link to the study). 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Mental stress may lead to cardiovascular issues and even impair brain function. Both high-fat intake and stress have been linked to problems in our blood vessels. But what may happen when…

Have you ever wondered if what you eat could influence ageing? The Mediterranean diet and variations might be part of the answer. A recent clinical study delved into this (link to the study). 𝗔 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Our DNA undergoes a process called methylation, where it gets “tagged” by tiny chemical…

Could a mother’s diet impact the brain health of descendants? A recent study (link to the study) explored this fascinating idea. Using the worm 𝐶𝑎𝑒𝑛𝑜𝑟ℎ𝑎𝑏𝑑𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑠 𝑒𝑙𝑒𝑔𝑎𝑛𝑠 (𝐶. 𝑒𝑙𝑒𝑔𝑎𝑛𝑠)as a model, researchers discovered that a mother’s diet might influence brain health across generations. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲: When mother worms were fed ursolic acid (UA) – a compound found…

Have you ever wondered if there is more to your coffee or tea ritual than just a caffeine kick? A recent systematic review and meta-analysis dived into this (link to the study), exploring the potential link between coffee, tea, and caffeine intake and the risk of depression. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱: Researchers analysed 29…

Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder affecting movement and sometimes memory and thinking abilities. Deep brain stimulation is a surgical treatment that may improve movement in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Could vitamin D influence Parkinson’s disease together with deep brain stimulation? A study published earlier this year (link to the study) attempted to answer this.…

A recent clinical study (link to the study) explored the influence of weight loss following a lifestyle intervention on brain ageing in people living with obesity. Researchers uncovered intriguing findings using brain imaging and other health assessment techniques. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱: • A reduction in body weight and waist circumference was associated with a…

I usually talk about the intersection between neuroscience and nutrition. Today, I want to add a personal touch and share another passion of mine: FREEDIVING. Freediving is more than just a sport for me. It is a form of meditation and a journey towards self-discovery. It is a place where I can disconnect from the…

Diabetes is a long-term condition that affects blood sugar levels and may significantly impact various organs, including the brain. Cognitive decline and dementia may be potential complications of diabetes. Understanding the role of microglia, the brain’s primary immune cells, could be vital to unlocking new treatment strategies. A recent systematic review looked into microglia and…

A recent systematic review analysed 13 studies on the potential effects of curcumin supplementation on patients with metabolic syndrome (link to the study). Metabolic syndrome is a combination of health conditions (high blood pressure, high blood sugar, abnormal cholesterol levels) that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗱:…

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients, meaning our bodies cannot produce them. Therefore we need to obtain them from our diet. There are three main omega-3 fatty acids: • 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗵𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗱 (𝗗𝗛𝗔)• 𝗘𝗶𝗰𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗱 (𝗘𝗣𝗔)• 𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗮-𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗱 (𝗔𝗟𝗔) Natural sources rich in DHA and EPA are mainly oily fish and algal oil. Flaxseed, chia seeds,…

Creatine supplementation is often linked to muscle gain, but research suggests it might also impact memory performance. Creatine is produced by our bodies and stored mainly in our (skeletal) muscles. However, it is also available in different natural sources, such as fish and meat. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗱: Researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis (link…

I am excited to announce a new video series called “60 Seconds: Neuroscience meets Nutrition”. In each video, I will explore a new topic in neuroscience and nutrition, breaking it down into an easy-to-understand, one-minute video. I aim to make the complex world of neuroscience and nutrition research accessible to everyone. Feel free to check…

Every time we hear about a research study showing that a specific intervention could positively impact our health, it gives us hope, right? We might think, “That sounds very promising. Could that work for me, too?”. While it is essential to celebrate advancements in health research, we must also remember that all research studies have…

Could snack choices influence your brain health? A study published earlier this year suggests mixed nuts could impact brain function in older adults (link to the study). The study included 28 healthy older adults who were divided into two groups. One group ate a daily mix of walnuts, cashews, hazelnuts, and pistachios for 16 weeks,…

As a neuroscientist who previously trained as a dietitian, I am always fascinated by the intersections of neuroscience and nutrition. A recent study (link to the study) caught my attention – it focused on FLAVANOLS, compounds found naturally in foods like apples, berries, and even cocoa. This intriguing research highlighted that flavanol intake could affect…