Depression is a serious condition affecting 1 in 6 people at some point in their life, yet most of the literature on the subject is confined to a discussion of the symptoms with the focus on the adult’s brain chemistry and the adult’s cognitions. There is little recognition that the adult brain is itself formed by experiences starting
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological condition associated with altered dopamine functioning within the central nervous system rather than a problem with the legs themselves: “The problem lies with the brain messages being sent to the legs and not with the legs themselves. The brain produces dopamine, which acts as a messenger for cell receptors… ” says Katie Sidle, Consultant
Dopamine is an important neurotransmitter molecule in the central nervous system enabling information flow between cells. Vital for the control and coordination of movement, dopamine is also involved in keeping us alert, active and motivated. It is necessary for “executive” functions such as constructive thinking, concentration and memory formation. Dopamine is also required for the
Symptoms indicating a “leaky gut” include: Allergies/food intolerances Arthritis/rheumatism Asthma/atopic eczema Chronic fatigue Coeliac disease/Crohn’s disease Colitis/enteritis Often called “the second brain”, because of the high concentration of neuro-peptides and neuro-transmitter receptors present along both the large and small intestine, the gastro-intestinal (GI) system is highly responsive to any emotional or mental distress we might
Hot flushes and night sweats can be the most difficult symptoms of the menopause for many women. Read how one customer found welcome relief with vitalWOMAN after suffering for over ten years and having tried everything else… Article as printed in Chat magazine: Sheila Buckley, 58, suffered from severe night sweats and daytime hot flushes
Soy isoflavones significantly improve cognitive performance in postmenopausal women Two studies by the research group of Prof. Louise Dye, Human Appetite Research Unit, the Institute of Psychological Sciences at the University of Leeds, demonstrate a statistically significant effect of the consumption of soy isoflavones on specific aspects of memory in postmenopausal women. In 21 postmenopausal
Antioxidant and pigment supplements are thought to be ineffective for the “wet” form of Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) although very helpful for the “dry” form. That view is now changing ….. Simply Vital Case Study An elderly customer was diagnosed with the “wet” form of AMD in November 2010. She then started taking 2 vitalMAX capsules daily and when she attended her
New research has highlighted the importance of oral hygiene, suggesting that people who fail to brush their teeth twice a day run a higher risk of developing heart disease. The Scottish study involving more than 11,000 adults supports previous research, which linked gum disease with heart problems. However the researchers did say that more work is needed to confirm if
Low dopamine levels in the brain are now considered important to the development of addictions, cravings and weight gain/obesity. Brain-imaging of obese rats provides more evidence that dopamine – the neurotransmitter associated with reward, pleasure, movement, and motivation is also linked to cravings, addictions and obesity. Scientists have found that obese rats have lower levels
