Animals in captivity often display repetitive functionless behaviours. Watching my six-year-old pace the yard last week I felt a palpable grief for what he is going through. It reminded me of a haggard tiger I once saw in a zoo – not a place I think I’ll ever feel right visiting again after lockdown. he… Read More »
N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is a precursor to reduced glutathione, and both of these play important roles in health and fitness. NAC has a long history of use as a first-aid remedy for acetaminophen (known as paracetamol in Europe) poisoning. It’s given in cases when you’ve taken an overdose of Tylenol or other acetaminophen products. It neutralizes… Read More »
Dementia is a growing problem worldwide and the numbers are overwhelming. Alzheimer’s Disease International estimates the global number with dementia reached 46.8 million in 2015 and is predicted to grow to 75 million by 2030, and 131.5 million by 2050. In the U.S. there are more than 5 million people with Alzheimer’s, one form of… Read More »
Vhi has announced details of ‘Vhi Health Squad’ a new 8-week digital lifestyle programme that has been created to support people in looking after their health and wellbeing. The programme takes a holistic approach to general health and wellbeing and includes mindfulness, fitness, nutrition, sleep, environment, financial and parenting support. The content and advice has… Read More »