diet
30 plants a week: how realistic is this recommendation?
Madeleine Grogan reflects on the recent recommendations that you eat 30 plants a week, and whether or not she achieves this in her own diet
How Omega-3 fatty acids protect the brain
Omega-3 fatty acids are a well-known nutrient, found in various cold-water fish (such as tuna, mackerel and sardines), nuts and leafy vegetables. It is often said how they are ‘good for your brain’, but is this true? How exactly do they improve cognitive health and wellbeing? A study published on 5th October provides insight into the impact on the brain areas and neurotransmitters involved in memory, learning and mood.
