Addiction treatment is failing worldwide because it deals with the effects of addiction which is addictive behaviour, rather than the actual the cause of the addiction which is childhood trauma. I discuss why addiction is an attempt to deal with the pain of childhood trauma and the path to recovery starts with reconnection with your true self. By restoring the connections with your body and the emotions you lost as a child you can start the process of recovery ..read more

What if I told you that 80% of your health in old age is up to you, how you live your life. Your body and brain have inbuilt defence systems against ageing, called “longevity genes” - armed forces that that fight against disease, stress, and ageing. Research is starting to work out the diet and lifestyle that most effectively turn on these sirtuin genes in humans, which have the potential to reverse ageing.  I distill what we know about how to activate these genes to live longer and reverse ageing into five simple steps that can almost anyone can do. RESOURCES: Discover your risk of ..read more

As humans, we’re designed for social interaction. You might think you’re just laughing and talking, but your brain is actually hard at work laying down new pathways. And science has shown that socialising is critical for good brain health and loneliness is toxic for it. In today's episode, I discuss: why having a good social life is so good for your brain why people with strong social ties are less likely to experience cognitive decline  how to re-engage socially if you’ve lost contact with old friends RESOURCES & LINKS: Six step plan for a healthy brain  Watch this episod ..read more

“I’m just so tired” is probably the most common sentence women in midlife say to me on a regular basis. They’ve often had their tiredness dismissed as just ‘the way life is’ or put down to working, motherhood or just age. Ongoing fatigue and tiredness are not in fact just a symptom of getting older or working too hard. Fatigue and tiredness are clear warning signals from your brain that it needs re-fuelling. And food is hands down the best way to give your brain the fuel it needs. So today I want to share the best brain foods to eat to boost your energy levels. RESOURCES & LINKS ..read more

As a working parent, how do you find the time, energy and patience to positively engage with and offer the right support for your teenager? I talk to parenting expert, Anita Cleare, who shares how working parents can switch mindset from work mode to parent mode to deal with the day-to-day challenges of parenting teenagers. Anita shares lots of practical advice for working parents on the importance of managing their own emotions and mindset as well as navigating the choppy parenting waters of teenage sleep and screen time. Join me for a fascinating and actionable discussion about the power of a ..read more

The brain use more energy than any other part of the body, and its main fuel source is glucose - a type of sugar derived from the food we eat. What happens to the brain when it is exposed to the excessive amounts of sugar that most people have in their diet? Well - more is definitely not better! I unpack why excessive sugar impairs mood, memory and self-control and how to avoid these dangers by satisfying our sweet tooth. RESOURCES & LINKS: Register for live online workshop --> Brain Foods to Boost Memory   ..read more

Worried about the amount of time your teen is gaming? You’re not alone! 9 out of 10 parents say teens spend too much gaming. But what is too much gaming? When does gaming become unhealthy or even addictive? And what can parents do to support teens who are problem gamers? We answer all these questions today in a brutally honest interview with Patrick Foster, a former professional cricketer and school teacher whose life was shattered by a pathological gambling addiction that brought him to the verge of taking his own life. After a long journey through recovery and rehab, Patrick now uses his liv ..read more

Stress and anxiety are common experiences for many people. Work, family issues, health concerns, and financial obligations are parts of everyday life that make us more stressed. What’s more some people are more likely to become stressed than others. Minimising the chronic stress of daily life as much as possible is critical for reducing your chances of chronic health conditions like heart disease, anxiety disorders, depression and dementia. So here are 10 science-backed ways to help you the relieve daily stress in your life. Test your risk of developing Alzheimer’s and dementia  Connect w ..read more

The brain is involved in everything we do and, like any other part of the body, it needs to be cared for too. Exercising the brain can improve memory, focus, and daily functionality. Not only will this help your brain health now, it will also help to prevent the development of brain problems as you get older, like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. I breakdown how to incorporate a few simple mental exercises into your daily life to improve your brain health. Test your risk of developing Alzheimer’s and dementia  Connect with us on social: Facebook - Linkedin - Twitter - Instagram ..read more

Are you getting enough sleep? Even if you manage to carve out time in your schedule to get enough sleep, you may have a hard time nodding off, or you may wake up during the night. You’re not the only one! Sleep disruption has become something of a hidden public health epidemic in recent years. You might be surprised to hear that it’s what you’re doing during the daytime that is sabotaging your sleep. Let’s discuss! RESOURCES & LINKS: Free Guide: 12 steps to help you sleep better Connect with us on social: Facebook- Linkedin - Twitter - Instagram Watch Better Brain, Better Yo ..read more