Dementia is the word for a group of symptoms caused by disorders that affect the brain. It is not a specific disease. Dementia literally means loss of mentation or thinking. Though Alzheimer’s disease is the most common, many different diseases can cause dementia.
Conditions that can cause or worsen dementia
- Allergies
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Cancer
- Chlamydia pneumoniae
- Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
- Chronic traumatic encephalopathy caused by repeated head injuries as in some sports
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Encephalitis usually caused by infection but sometimes due to an autoimmune response.
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Frontotemporal dementia
- Fungal infections
- Heavy metal contamination
- Herpes simplex viruses,
- Huntington’s disease
- HIV-associated dementia
- Leptospirosis.
- Lyme disease: Borrelia burgdorferi infection of the blood and tissue caused by pathogens carried by the deer tick.
- Measles, virus
- Medications
- Mumps virus
- Normal pressure hydrocephalus
- Nutrient deficiencies such as vitamin B12
- Parkinson’s disease
- Periodontal disease: Treponemal spirochetes from the oral cavity
- Rubella virus
- Spirochaete infections
- Syphilis
- Varicella zoster virus, which causes chickenpox and shingles
- Vascular dementia
- Vaccinations
- Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome
The chemical kynurenic acid (KYNA) accumulates with age and interferes with the activity of glutamate, a brain chemical essential for learning and memory. In humans, it has been linked to neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
As ApoE4 genotype has been linked to a weakened blood-brain-barrier in some individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and may explain how certain microbes are able to enter the brain and cause the damage that leads to the disease.
Latest scientific news about dementia
In August 2025, a study published results that found a Mediterranean diet significantly reduced the risk of developing dementia. in people with the gene apolipoprotein E ε4 (APOE4). More research is still needed but it is worth considering a diet which is healthy not just for reducing the risk of dementia, but can also help to avoid heart disease and many other health conditions as well as reduce weight and ward off diabetes and high blood pressure. The Mediterranean diet consists of a colourful array of natural unprocessed foods and olive oil and details can be found here>> Healthy diet to aid recovery
Lectin and dementia
Lectin can cross the blood brain barrier and attach to the protective coating on the nerves, known as the myelin sheath, and is capable of inhibiting nerve growth factor, leading to neurodegenerative conditions.
The most common sources of lectin
- Beans: caster, cocoa, coffee, lentils, navy beans, peanuts and soya beans.
- Dairy products (when cows are fed grains instead of grass).
- Grains: brown rice, buckwheat, corn, millet, oats, quinoa, rye, spelt and wheat.
- Nightshades: ashwagandha, aubergines, blueberries, goji berries, huckleberries, peppers, potatoes and tomatoes.
For more information see>> Lectin intolerance
Dairy and meat consumption and dementia
It has been discovered in global studies that looked into dairy and meat consumption, that countries such as Japan and others that consumed a mainly plant based diet, rich in cold-pressed plant-oils, had lower occurrences of Alzheimer’s disease. It may be worth replacing some dairy and meat consumption with plant-based protein sources such as grains like brown rice and legumes, nuts and seeds to both lower the risk of developing these disorders and reducing the brain deterioration that can be the result.
Intestinal flora and dementia
Gut microbes can produce hormones and neurotransmitters that are identical to those produced by humans such as acetylcholine, gamma-aminobutyric acid, histamine, melatonin and serotonin. It appears that by doing this, the gut microbiome has strategic evolutionary importance by modulating stress responses and influencing behaviours that impact the survival of its host species.
The vagus nerve is responsible for transporting these hormones and neurotransmitters to the brain. It has been scientifically proven that this will have an impact upon mood and other psychological aspects of the mind and, therefore, an imbalance of intestinal flora or a malfunctioning vagus nerve can have an adverse effect upon mental health and lead to addiction, anxiety, insomnia, depression. It can also lead to neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. See>> Feed your friendly bacteria
Food additives and dementia
The food additive E621 monosodium glutamate found in most processed meat products should be avoided by those suffering with dementia as should yeast products like torula yeast, brewer’s yeast, yeast spreads etc. which contain high levels of glutamic acid.
Artificial additives of all kinds may cause dementia symptoms. Studies have shown that the artificial sweetener aspartame impairs cognitive function and leads to memory loss. See>> E number dangers
Inflammation and dementia
The following can all be factors that cause inflammation and lead to the development of dementia. Inflammation is the body’s attempt to get rid of a toxic element or organism.
- Bacterial infections
- Food allergies
- Fungal or yeast infections
- Lyme disease
- Mould
- Viruses such as herpes
Insecticides and dementia
Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT) is an insecticide which was banned in many countries including the USA and UK by 1980, but some countries still use it to try to control malaria as advised by the World Health Organisation. Some foods may be imported that have been contaminated as it also degrades very slowly in the environment hence lingering in the soil.
In the human body it is converted to dichlorodiphenyldichloroethylene (DDE) and stored in fatty tissues including those in the brain. It has been reported that high levels are often found in those suffering with Alzheimer’s disease or peripheral neuropathy and in those who have had a stroke.
Mental stress and physical inactivity
Stress elevates cortisol levels, leading to inflammation and, in turn, to hormone imbalances, cognitive impairment, heightened blood sugar levels, hypertension, delayed healing time and susceptibility to disease. The body’s self-healing mechanisms depend on unimpeded flow of lymph, blood, and other fluids, all of which are promoted by exercise.
Inactivity, by contrast, allows cellular shutdown and blockages, taxing the whole system and interfering with healing on every level. Physical exercise prevents the development of dementia and also slows the rate of decline in those that have already developed it.
Prescribed medications and dementia
Dementia has recently been linked with certain medications such as paracetamol, sleeping pills, tranquilizers, painkillers, anti-psychotics, drugs for incontinence, antacids and blood pressure medications. Statins are particularly harmful. These can also cause ‘Parkinsonism’ which has the same symptoms as Parkinson’s disease. Sometimes, patients are prescribed more drugs to treat Parkinson’s disease when all that was necessary was to change the medications that was causing the Parkinsonism.
In one study 90 percent of patients who stopped taking statin drugs reported improvement in cognitive problems in a matter of weeks. In some of the patients a diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s was reversed. Another study showed that the sleeping pill Ambien increased the risk of dementia in elderly patients. See>> Medication dangers
Microbial infections and dementia
Genetic material from bacteria, fungi and viruses have been found in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients and viruses which cause herpes and pneumonia have been suggested as potential Alzheimer’s disease “agents”. However, infections from these microbes may be the result, not the cause, as individuals with Alzheimer’s may have a weaker immune response, or changes in diet or hygiene, that could leave them more exposed. Research is now taking place to find out more. For natural remedies for microbial infections see>> Anti-microbial healing plants and foods
Thyroid and other hormonal imbalances
Many people diagnosed with dementia simply have low levels of the T3 thyroid hormone. However, standard thyroid tests completely miss T3 levels, and it is estimated that 10 to 15% of all nursing home residents may be there because of low T3 levels. See >> Gland disorders
Natural remedies to protect against and treat dementia
Coconut (Cocos nucifera) maybe a useful natural remedy for fighting the microbes that can cause or trigger dementia and related brain degenerative conditions. Coconut, in all its forms (flesh, oil and water), can eliminate infectious illnesses such as:
- Bronchitis
- Chlamydia
- Giardia
- Gonorrhoea
- Helicobacter pylori infection
- Herpes
- Lice
- Lyme disease,
- Influenza
- Spirochaete (Borrelia) infections
- Tapeworms
- Throat infections
- Toxoplasmosis
- Urinary tract infections
It can also treat many other infections caused by microbes, bacteria, fungi, parasites, viruses and yeasts due to its compounds of capric acid, caprylic acid, linoleic acid, lauric acid, monocaprin and monolaurin. It is especially effective against the Clostridium and Staphylococcus species of bacterium. For a list of powerful infection fighting herbs see>> Anti-microbial healing plants and foods
Therapeutic ultrasound technique for dementia
A research team from the Queensland Brain Institute (QBI) at the University of Queensland have documented astounding results with using a specific type of ultrasound to restore brain function. This novel technology focuses beams of ultrasonic energy precisely and accurately on targets deep in the brain without damaging the surrounding normal tissue. Where the beams converge, focused ultrasound produces several therapeutic effects without incisions or radiation.
Fatty acids and dementia
Omega-6 fatty acids are pro-inflammatory, while omega-3 fatty acids have an anti-inflammatory effect. Inflammation is essential for survival as it protects the body from infection and injury, but it can also cause severe damage and contribute to disease when the inflammatory response is inappropriate or excessive.
Therefore a balanced ratio of omega-6 to omega33 is required. Most experts agree that the omega 6:3 ratio should range from 1:1 to 5:1 but the optimal ratio may vary with any particular condition or disease under consideration.
Today’s diet, in the developed world, can have a far higher level of omega-6 to omega-3 and may be responsible for the rise in many conditions such as dementia, heart disease and inflammatory conditions like arthritis. Many foods contain both omega-3 and omega-6 but hemps seeds are one of the few foods to contain the correct ratio. The other way to correct it is to consume more foods that are high in omega-3 fatty acids and lower in omega-6.
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Highest sources of omega-3 fatty acids in milligrams per 100 grams
- Krill oil 36000 mg
- Flaxseed oil 22813 mg
- Chia seeds 17552 mg
- Walnuts 9079 mg
- Caviar (fish eggs) 6789 mg
- Cloves (ground) 4279 mg
- Oregano (dried) 4180 mg
- Marjoram (dried) 3230 mg
- Tarragon (dried) 2955 mg
- Mackerel 2670 mg
- Herring 2365 mg
- Salmon (wild) 2018 mg
- Lamb 1610 mg
- Basil (dried) 1509 mg
- Sardines 1480 mg
- Anchovies 1478 mg
- Soya beans 1433 mg
- Trout 1068 mg
- Pecans, sea bass 986 mg
- Pine nuts 787 mg
- Bell peppers (green) 770 mg
- Oysters 740 mg
- Radish seeds sprouted 722 mg
- Purslane 400 mg
- Basil (fresh leaves) 316 mg
- Rabbit 220 mg
- Kidney beans 194 mg
- Wakame seaweed 188 mg
- Alfalfa sprouts 175 mg
- Brussel sprouts 173 mg
- Rocket 170 mg
- Cauliflower 167 mg
- Spinach 138 mg
- Broccoli 129 mg
- Raspberries 126 mg
- Lettuce 113 mg
- Blueberries 94 mg
- Summer squash 82 mg
- Strawberries 65 mg
- Milk 75 mg
- Eggs 74 mg
- Chinese cabbage (pak choy) 55 mg
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Omega-7 is a relatively new discovery, also known as palmitoleic acid, that has tremendous health benefits because it has the ability to lower an inflammation marker called C-reactive protein. Palmitoleic acid is the first fatty acid found to act as a hormone in the body and this class of hormones has been called “lipokine”.
Prior to this finding, all known hormones were either proteins (like growth hormone) or steroids (like oestrogen and testosterone). Because it can also prevent the build-up of atherosclerotic plaque it is an important nutrient that individuals suffering with dementia should include in their diet.
Unfortunately, the natural sources of omega-7, such as macadamia nuts and sea buckthorn, also contain very high levels of palmitic acid which raises the risk of heart attack and stroke by increasing arterial stiffness, triggering abnormal platelet clumping and raising LDL cholesterol levels.
Anchovies contain far more of the healthy omega-7 fatty acids than macadamia nuts and sea buckthorn and far less palmitic acid so are a good choice, but they also contain a lot of sodium so are not advised when high blood pressure is an issue. Soaking in cold water for 30 minutes then rinsing well and patting dry with kitchen paper can reduce the sodium level a little.
Red krill oil is the best choice for a number of reasons. They also contain vitamin D and astaxanthin which are both beneficial for treating dementia. Astaxanthin is one of the most powerful antioxidants that can help to clear free radicals that can be a cause of dementia. Also krill reside at the top of the ocean and are very short-lived so do not get contaminated with mercury as other sea creatures do. Mercury is heavier than water molecules so sink down in the ocean mostly contaminating large ocean fish the worst. See>> What are free radicals?
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Mercury and dementia
Mercury contamination in the seas primarily stems from human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels and mining, which release mercury into the atmosphere. This mercury then settles into the oceans through atmospheric deposition, runoff, and industrial discharges.
Once in the marine environment, certain bacteria can convert inorganic mercury into methylmercury, a highly toxic form that accumulates in the food chain. Heavy metal toxicity may be a factor in the development of dementia especially mercury and aluminium.
Annual flu shots are another source of these toxins. Research shows that people who took the flu shot for five consecutive years had 10 times or 1000 percent higher risk of developing dementia than people who only had one or two flu shots due to the accumulation of mercury and aluminium in the vaccines.
The following all have the ability to help the body expel heavy metals. One portion of any of them should be consumed every day, especially when eating fish.
For more information see>> Heavy metals
Staple diet for dementia
The following foods should become a staple part of the diet but must be natural, unrefined and organically grown. Follow the links to find out more about each one.
- Algae and seaweed (powdered and flakes 0
- Alfalfa sprouts are an easy way to gain high levels of nutrients from a micro-diet. To see how to grow your own in a jam jar on a windowsill with just a daily rinse of water and ready in 4 to 5 days see>> Sprouting greens
- Almonds
- Aloe vera juice
- Apples: Eat one red apple every day.
- Apple cider vinegar (one tablespoon first thing in the morning in warm water before eating or drinking anything else. Add a teaspoon of honey and the juice of half a freshly squeezed lemon)
- Barley grass (powder or juice. Barley grass is one of the rare plants to contain vitamin B12 and many other essential nutrients so is a useful addition to the diet of those that limit meat intake)
- Beetroot has many nutrients that are effective in protecting the brain and improving its function. Consume 500 grams of beetroot or 500 ml of beetroot juice per day.
- Berries
- Brazil nuts (two nuts per day
- Brine pickles: See>> Brine pickling for health
- Broccoli
- Cacao (or dark chocolate with at least 84% cacao)
- Celeriac is a root vegetable that should be consumed regularly by those with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease or dementia as it contains properties that protect the neurones in the brain.
- Citrus fruits (one fruit freshly squeezed and half the zest grated should be consumed each day.)
- Coconut oil has been successful in reversing Alzheimer’s disease, resolving depression and reducing triglyceride levels in some people. Take two tablespoons per day with a dark berry fruit and yoghurt with live cultures. Kefir is best from unpasteurised milk. Cooking with cold-pressed coconut oil is also good as it has a high temperature threshold.
- Garlic (four cloves crushed or chopped and left to stand for ten minutes before consuming or cooking)
- Grapes (black or red)
- Green tea (three cups per day)
- Hemp seeds are a super food which has high nutritional content (rich in fatty acids, minerals and all essential amino acids) and has properties that invigorate circulation and metabolism and protect and feed the brain cells. It also has the correct balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids which is rare in foods consumed by the developed world. Usually foods are too high in the inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids.
- Himalayan pink salt crystals can provide many minerals that are missing in normal refined table salt and the land-based crops where the minerals have been leeched through intense farming techniques.
- Honey (use instead of sugar. Raw local honey or Acacia or Manuka are the best for health)
- Kale
- Maqui berry is a ‘super berry’ from the Chile and Argentinean regions of South America which contains the highest number of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds than any other known natural food. Regular consumption can help to prevent and treat the symptoms of dementia.
- Nettles are a good remedy to prevent and relieve the symptoms of dementia. They can be taken as a tea three times a day or eaten lightly steamed like spinach.
- Oats
- Oily fish and red krill oil capsules.
- Papaya
- Pineapple is a useful addition to the diet as it can help to rehydrate the brain and remove heavy metals and toxins from the body as well as reduce inflammation and aid with digestion.
- Pomegranate juice (one litre of unsweetened pure juice consumed daily can help to clean plaque from blood vessel walls)
- Pumpkin seeds (one small handful consumed daily with meals)
- Radishes
- Rapeseed oil
- Sesame oil
- Shellfish
- Spinach
- Sweet potatoes
- Sunflower seeds (one small handful consumed daily with meals)
- Walnuts (five halves per day)
- Watercress
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Common herbs that can help to treat dementia
Herbs are not just for taste and aroma; they also have amazing health properties and nutrients that can help to prevent and treat dementia. Use the following as often as desired in meals or drink as teas three times a day.
- Basil
- Cardamom
- Coriander
- Cloves
- Dill
- Lemongrass
- Marjoram
- Mint
- Oregano
- Parsley
- Rosemary
- Safflower
- Sage
- Tarragon
- Thyme
Rosemary contains compounds, including 1,8-cineole, that can affect neurotransmitters in the brain, by inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. This enzyme breaks down acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter crucial for cognitive functions like learning, memory, and concentration. Inhaling rosemary oil is a way to get these beneficial compounds directly into the bloodstream and brain, as small molecules can bypass the liver’s processing and reach the brain more efficiently. It is now being studied for its use in treating dementia.
Spices that can help to treat dementia
Spices are not just for taste either as they too have amazing properties that can help protect against and treat dementia. They should be added to as many meals as possible and consumed in teas:
- Anise
- Cardamom
- Cayenne pepper
- Cinnamon
- Cloves (three ground)
- Cumin
- Coriander, seeds
- Fennel
- Ginger
- Nutmeg
- Peppercorns
- Paprika
- Turmeric
Peppercorns (all colours ground generously onto meals) These help nutrients from foods to be absorbed so should be sprinkled on to all meals.
Medicinal herbs that can help to treat dementia
The following herbs have properties that may help with the symptoms of dementia. As everyone is so unique it is not yet possible to say which ones will work best. Therefore try different ones for a month each to see if there are any improvements. Some may take longer to work. Follow the blue links to find out more about each one.
- Angelica
- Borage
- Burdock root
- Black seed
- Cnidium monniera seeds
- Common stinging nettles
- Damiana leaves
- Dandelion
- Devil’s claw
- Drumstick
- Elecampane
- False unicorn
- Golden seal
- Ginkgo biloba
- Gotu kola
- Horsetail
- Hydrangea
- Japanese or Chinese knotweed
- Jasmine
- Kudzu root extract
- Huang lian
- Lavender
- Liquorice root
- Lobelia
- Maca root
- Milk thistle
- Motherwort
- Noni
- Oatstraw
- Pan pien pien
- Passionflower
- Periwinkle
- Pine needles
- Queen of the meadow
- Red clover
- Rock-rose flowers
- Saffron
- Saw palmetto
- Schizandra
- Scutellaria
- Slippery elm
- Yellow dock root
- Valerian
- Wild strawberry leaf
NOTE: Some herbs are so powerful that they can react with medications and are unsuitable for certain health issues and conditions see>> What to avoid and when
Nutrients required to combat the symptoms of dementia
A deficiency of any of the following nutrients can lead to the development of dementia. Follow the links to find the highest natural food sources of each one. Supplements are not advised unless a blood test has shown serious deficiencies.
Drink at least six glasses of bottled mineral water to ensure the addition of essential minerals in the diet. Drinking one just before bed is essential as the brain needs water to flush out toxins when the body sleeps.
Dimethylamino acetic acid is a derivative of the amino acid called glycine. The small intestine absorbs dimethylamino acetic acid, and then the liver converts it into other useful metabolites. Dimethylamino acetic acid functions as a building block to DNA, amino acids, neurotransmitters and hormones. It is a by-product of choline which circulates in the body in small amounts for only seconds at a time.
It can enhance the immune system, stimulant neurological functions and help to manage autism, epilepsy, mitochondrial disease and Parkinson’s disease. It enhances immune responses in humans and animals by improving oxygen utilisation during hypoxia, a medical condition in which the body does not receive sufficient oxygen. It can also reduce lactic acid build-up in the blood during stressful events or intense exercise.
Natural sources of dimethylamino acetic acid in alphabetical order
- Brewer’s yeast (dependent upon source check label)
- Brown rice
- Buckwheat
- Lamb
- Legumes
- Liver
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sunflower seeds
- Whole grains
Flavonoids contained in berries have a positive effect against Parkinson’s disease and may help to improve the memory in elderly people. Flavonoids found in chocolate, tea and wine have shown, in studies, to have beneficial effects on the brain, possibly in the protection against cerebral vascular disorders, cognitive impairments and subsequent stroke and dementias. They also showed improvements in global cognitive function in elderly individuals over 70 years of age.For highest natural sources see>> Flavonoids
Inositol has been shown to be effective in treating cases of Alzheimer’s disease, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, bulimia, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder and other psychological disorders that respond to serotonin uptake inhibitors and as an analgesic for pain control. For highest natural sources se3e>> Inositol
Malvidin found in the followings foods is a powerful antioxidant that can slow down age-related motor changes such as those seen in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
- Black rice
- Blueberries
- Cranberries
- Grapes (red and black)
- Maqui berries
Pangamic acid: Consuming foods rich in pangamic acid is very useful for treating autism, aging and dementia, addictions, alcoholism and brain damage in children.
Natural sources of pangamic acid in alphabetical order
- Brewer’s yeast (dependent upon source check label)
- Brown rice
- Buckwheat
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sunflower seeds
- Whole grains
Phosphatidylserine is a type of phospholipid that is in brain cell membranes and protects the inside of the cell from the outside environment.
Highest natural sources of phosphatidylserine
- Mackerel
- Herring
- Eel,
- Poultry
- Tuna
Pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ) is a vitamin-like nutrient found in plant foods that has been found to have an important role in the growth of new mitochondria (mitochondrial biogenesis) which helps provide energy and increases the metabolism.
It also protects the brain against neurotoxicity induced by various toxins including mercury, glutamate and oxidopamine and reverses cognitive impairment caused by chronic oxidative stress and improves the memory which can protect against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. It also protects nerve cells from the damaging effects of the beta-amyloid-protein linked with Alzheimer’s disease.
PQQ-rich foods need to be consumed every day along with foods rich in coenzyme Q10 and foods that provide the nutrients needed to increase glutathione levels. Those taking cholesterol lowering drugs or medications for diabetes need extra coenzyme Q10 in their diet as these drugs reduce levels in the body.
Natural sources of pyrroloquinoline quinone
- Green tea (three cups per day)
- Kiwi fruit
- Papaya
- Parsley
- Peppers (green)
- Tofu
Vitamins which can help to protect against and treat dementia
Vitamin A: Eat foods rich in the vitamin A precursor carotenoids with fatty foods like avocado, coconut oil, oily fish, nuts, seeds or virgin cold-pressed oils. Vitamin A is thought to increase tissue resistance to penetration by microbes.
- Vitamin B3 (thiamine)
- Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
- Vitamin B9 (folate)
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
- Vitamin D3
- Vitamin E rich foods must be consumed at the same time as vitamin C rich foods.
- Vitamin K
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Minerals required to protect against and treat dementia
- Calcium is involved in regulating neurotransmitter synthesis and release, neuronal excitability, and phosphorylation, as well as long-term processes including memory and neuroplasticity.
- Magnesium: Clinical studies have found that magnesium improves cognitive functions in dementia patients.
- Selenium. protects against oxidative stress, endoplasmic reticulum stress, and inflammation. Consume two Brazil nuts per day to ensure sufficient levels.
- Sulphur has been found to be very low in patients with Alzheimer’s disease and is known to be an effective treatment and may be because it helps to chelate (bind to) heavy metals in the body and eliminate them.
- Zinc. Foods rich in vitamin C and zinc helps to support the immune system. Zinc is lost by drinking alcohol and through many medications.
NOTE: Calcium supplementation may increase the risk of developing dementia in elderly women with cerebrovascular disease so should be gained through natural foods rich in this mineral see>> Calcium
NOTE: Non-heme iron is found in tea and dark green leafy vegetables like spinach and kale. However, tea and green leafy vegetables also contain oxalates that block the absorption of iron. To assist the body in the absorption of non-heme iron eat a couple of vitamin C-rich strawberries, a kiwi fruit or some orange, tangerine or mango at the same time.
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Related subjects
- A-Z of ailments
- Alcohol dangers
- Allergies
- Bacterial infections and natural antibiotics
- Brain and mental health disorders
- Brine pickling for health
- Cleanse and detoxify
- E number dangers
- Fungal and yeast infections
- Hygiene toxins and health
- Medication dangers
- Parasites
- Sprouting greens
- Virus infections
- What are free radicals?
References
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5085079
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