Helen Ritchie
Registered Nutritional Therapist
How to prevent Alzheimer’s
Today on World Alzheimer’s Prevention Day, remember that dementia isn’t an inevitable part of ageing. Only 1% of cases are purely genetic. Your daily choices: food, movement, sleep, stress management, brain stimulation and purpose can significantly lower risk. Small consistent actions now can protect your long-term brain health for a healthier future starting today.
What really causes osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is rarely just about calcium. Bone loss is often driven by inflammation, hormonal changes, poor gut health, stress, inactivity, nutrient deficiencies and lifestyle factors that build over time. The good news? Bone is living tissue - and with the right nutrition and lifestyle support, prevention and improvement are possible.
Osteoporosis – why calcium alone won’t fix it.
After an osteoporosis diagnosis, I discovered bone health is about far more than calcium and vitamin D. True support involves protein, key nutrients, gut health, and the right exercise stimulus. This blog explores a whole-body approach to building strong, resilient bones, and why simplistic advice may be holding many people back from real progress.
A surprising update on my bone health (and what I’ve learned)
After a 2021 diagnosis of osteoporosis, I chose to support my bone health through nutrition, strength training, and targeted supplementation. Years later, a more advanced scan revealed the original diagnosis was inaccurate. This journey highlights the importance of proper testing, consistency, and how diet and lifestyle can powerfully influence long-term bone strength.