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Nourish Your Brain: Strategies for Optimal Cognitive Health
Reading Time: 7 minutes. To optimise our brain health, we’ll need to target multiple key areas. Essential nutritional building blocks like omega-3 fatty acids from walnuts and B vitamins from raw nuts support neurotransmitter production, while antioxidants from leafy greens protect neural cells. We must maintain proper hydration, establish healthy sleep patterns, and minimise exposure…
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The NHS “Worst-Case Scenario” Explained in Plain English
Reading Time: 5 minutes. The NHS’s worst-case scenario involves record flu hospitalisations of 2,660 patients daily—a 55% weekly increase—coinciding with a five-day doctors’ strike during peak winter demand. The severe H3N2 “super flu” strain is overwhelming emergency departments and filling 106 critical care beds, while reduced staffing threatens to create dangerous gaps in care. Combined…
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The Link Between Immune Activation and Fatigue: Why You Feel Wiped Out
Reading Time: 11 minutes. When an infection takes hold, the body’s immune response does more than fight off pathogens—it fundamentally alters how energy is distributed throughout the system. Pro-inflammatory cytokines, the chemical messengers coordinating immune defence, interact with the brain in ways that trigger profound exhaustion. This isn’t a weakness or a coincidence. It’s a…
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Why Ethical Innovation Matters in Modern Wellness
Reading Time: 4 minutes. Like any frontier, modern wellness is as full of promise as it is of risk. We’re surrounded by bold claims, “miracle” ingredients, and trends that move faster than the evidence. In a space this crowded, ethical innovation isn’t a buzzword; it’s our responsibility to you. When we talk about how products…
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Unlocking the Gut-Brain Connection for Better Health
Reading Time: 7 minutes. The gut-brain axis operates through a complex network of over 100 million neurons in the enteric nervous system, communicating bidirectionally via the vagus nerve. This connection influences neurotransmitter production, with 90% of serotonin synthesised in the gastrointestinal tract. The gut microbiome’s diversity modulates cognitive function, emotional processing, and stress responses through…
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Navigating Nutrition and Mental Health for Families
Reading Time: 7 minutes. I want you to understand that your family’s mental wellness and nutrition are deeply interconnected through the gut-brain axis. By focusing on balanced, nutrient-dense meals while addressing individual sensitivities and preferences, you’ll create a foundation for both physical and emotional health. When you involve everyone in meal planning and preparation, you’re…
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Why Research, Not Hype, Drives Everything We Create
Reading Time: 5 minutes. In wellness, hype spreads faster than facts, but we refuse to build on shaky ground. We start with data, not buzzwords, and we’d rather say “we don’t know yet” than promise what science can’t support. That means questioning bold claims, scrutinising studies, and being honest about both limitations and benefits. If…
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Nourish Your Brain: Foods for Optimal Cognitive Health
Reading Time: 7 minutes. To nourish your brain effectively, focus on foods that support its high energy demands and complex functions. Your brain uses 25% of your daily energy intake and requires specific nutrients like omega-3s from fatty fish, antioxidants from dark berries, and B vitamins from leafy greens. Staying hydrated and avoiding processed foods…
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Brand’s Mission, Values, and Responsible Wellness Stance
Reading Time: 5 minutes. Nearly 70 million people worldwide live with a traumatic brain injury, yet few wellness brands are explicitly built with them in mind. We started Blu Brain to change that, with a mission rooted in science, transparency, and respect for your long-term health. We focus on cellular health, ethical sourcing, and clear…
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