Lean body, healthy brain

Newly published research shows that the more muscle mass you have, the sharper your brain… and the more fat mass, the duller your wits.

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Are you fit enough to save your brain?

Updated 13 January 2025 It’s that time of year again, when fitness clubs cash in on the New Year surge. About 12 per cent of gym memberships are initiated in the month of January – that’s 25-30 per cent more than any other month. Unfortunately, the bloom comes off the ‘new year, new me’ rose…

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New hope for people with Alzheimer’s disease

A ground-breaking new study provides compelling evidence that early-stage Alzheimer’s disease is reversible 17 June 2024 Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, is now the second leading cause of death in Australia, and the leading cause of death for women. It is estimated that over 421 000 Australians are currently living with dementia. And that means, of…

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Of Bonds, brawn, brains and blubber

The ‘body positivity’ movement is bad for your brain… in more ways than one.

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Preventing dementia: Part 1

With dementia now the 2nd leading cause of death in Australia, a comprehensive strategy for preventing it is a must. Recent research points the way.

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Busting the Grain Brain myth

A new study shows that gluten intake is NOT harmful to your brain, if you don’t have coeliac disease.

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