The data to specifically answer this question is surprisingly sparse. While pharmaceuticals have been designed to affect GABAergic receptors and cross the blood-brain easily, free form GABA is another story....

The science supporting coconut or MCT oil is sound, especially when coupled to a low carbohydrate diet. The mechanism centers on the therapeutic effect of the ketones on brain function. Here is an excellent ...

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) a member of the ginger family, is the subject of intense scientific research evaluating it’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities. It is the seasoning that gives curry powder...

While the statistics about celiac disease may be correct, as many as 30% of the population may be sensitive to gluten, without a specific involvement of the small intestine (celiac disease). And this sensiti...

Olive oil, like all plant oils, contains no cholesterol.

Becoming a diabetic will double your risk for Alzheimer’s disease, a disease for which there is no treatment. Elevated blood sugar attaches to proteins in the body and this process dramatically increases the...

While we definitely require protein and fat, the human requirement for dietary carbohydrate is none, none whatsoever.

Bad idea on two counts. First, bread has a very high glycemic index, even whole grain bread. So it presents a big risk as it relates to the damaging effects of sugar. Second, your average lab test for gluten...

Unfortunately, the Standard American Diet (SAD) is not one that is optimized for brain function. Because it is rich in unhealthy fats and carbohydrates, this diet deprives your brain of the nutrients it need...

Quite simply, nutrition matters more than you could imagine. Time to hit the books and realize that food is our most important health ally.