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Gluten Intolerance: Is Non-Coeliac Gluten Sensitivity causing your digestion, immune or autoimmune symptoms?

Non-coeliac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) is when individuals experience adverse symptoms when consuming gluten, despite testing negative to coeliac disease. While less severe than coeliac disease, gluten intolerance can cause considerable symptoms and significantly impact quality of life.

Symptoms of gluten intolerance can be managed by following a gluten-free diet. Support to reduce digestive and immune inflammation may be necessary alongside a gluten free diet to resolve chronic health conditions associated with non-coeliac gluten sensitivity.

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Copper Overload: Copper toxicity in ADHD and Autism, mental health and women’s health.

Copper is an essential trace mineral that plays crucial roles in various bodily functions, including neurotransmitter production, iron metabolism, immune function, bone health, energy metabolism and growth.

However, excessive copper levels in the body can lead to copper overload toxicity, a condition that can have serious health consequences. Copper in excess acts like a heavy metal and alters the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain, which can contribute to poor mental health and traits of ADHD and Autism.

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Food for thought: How nutrient deficiencies can amplify ADHD traits.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodivergent condition affecting millions of children and adults worldwide. Recent research has suggested a link between diet and traits such as inattention and hyperactivity: nutrient deficiencies can intensify ADHD characteristics. Of course, diet isn’t the complete solution, but ensuring a balanced diet can be a powerful tool alongside other ADHD supports.

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Protecting Your Family from Heavy Metal Toxicity

Children are particularly vulnerable to the effects of heavy metals due to their developing organs and systems. Those with an MTHFR mutation are even more susceptible to heavy metal toxicity, as defects in your methylation cycle can reduce the body’s ability to remove heavy metals. Exposure to heavy metals has been linked to cognitive impairment, behavioural problems, learning disabilities, and other health issues.

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Is ADHD the correct diagnosis: Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and lookalike conditions

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) a neurodivergent condition which is characterised by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. But sometimes these same symptoms can point to something else entirely. There are several conditions that can mimic ADHD, and really need to be ruled out before confirming an ADHD diagnosis. Let's look deeper at ADHD and some conditions that present similarly.

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