Health articles
Practical, evidence-informed advice on herbal medicine, brain health, gut health, hormones and prevention from Jean.
18 articles
Adaptogens: powerful allies, but not one-size-fits-all
Adaptogens are one of the biggest trends in natural health. But they vary widely in their actions, and choosing the wrong one can leave you more wired, not less.
Garlic: the wonder food for your brain
One of the most accessible yet powerful tools for brain health. How garlic supports inflammation, circulation, blood sugar and the gut-brain connection.
Herbal medicine and detoxification: supporting the body, not forcing it
Your body already has sophisticated detox systems. The herbalist's role is to support them, and detox only works if elimination is happening.
Why herbalists use polypharmacy: the power of synergy in practice
Why herbalists combine several herbs in one formula, and how a single, well-designed tincture can support several systems at once.
Herbal and functional medicine alternatives to glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) weight loss drugs: what’s really going on?
Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are being called game-changers, and for some people they can help. But important questions are emerging. Here's what's really going on, and the alternatives.
Bacopa monnieri (Brahmi): nourishing the brain, gently and deeply
A quiet, steady herb used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine. How Bacopa supports memory, focus, calm and long-term brain resilience.
Herbal allies for brain health: Centella asiatica and rosemary
Two of Jean's favourite herbs for cognitive wellbeing, and how Gotu Kola and rosemary support memory, focus, circulation and nerve repair.
Unlock your cognitive potential with a cognoscopy
Our ability to think clearly and focus becomes ever more vital as we age. How a cognoscopy helps protect your most valuable asset: your brain.
Medical gaslighting: it is unacceptable
A joint article by Jean Dow and Charmaine Shepherd, written out of frustration after reading a letter that left them horrified.
Why do we focus on prevention?
One of my greatest delights is when someone books an appointment not because something is wrong, but because they want to stay well.
The importance of oral health
We often underestimate the role our mouth plays in our overall health. Here's why it matters more than you might think.
How can a herbalist help my gut?
You eat plenty of fibre, drink water and even eat fermented foods, but something still isn't right. How herbal medicine can help.
Can you benefit from neurofeedback?
A non-invasive, drug-free therapy that nudges brainwaves back into healthy patterns. Who it helps, from memory loss and brain injury to anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The first drug that can slow Alzheimer’s?
Headlines hailed aducanumab as the first drug to slow Alzheimer's. Why Jean believes the focus needs to move beyond a single pill.
What can a herbalist do to ease your menopause symptoms?
Every woman goes through it, yet it's still talked about in hushed tones. How herbal medicine can ease menopause symptoms.
Toxicity seminar in Phoenix, part 3: the Cell Danger Response
Why do people stay chronically ill? Jean's notes from Dr Robert Naviaux's talk on the Cell Danger Response and the healing cycle.
Toxicity seminar in Phoenix, part 2: visiting the Trivita Clinic
A clinic built around one question: why are you here? Jean's visit to the Trivita Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Toxicity seminar in Phoenix, part 1: meeting Cheryl Brittingham
Serendipity in Scottsdale: how a message from Bredesen Protocol advocate Cheryl Brittingham led Jean to an integrated clinic in Arizona.
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Meeting Dr Dale Bredesen
Defeating dementia: an interview with Francis McNear
Toxicity and the challenges it presents: the International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness (ISEAI) conference
The Brain Health Evening: nutrition and lifestyle in Edinburgh
What is the link between insulin and Alzheimer’s disease?
The Bredesen Protocol on the Today Show: what have we learned since 2016?
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