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Metabolic Psychiatry: A New Frontier in Brain and Mental Health
The world is facing a growing mental health crisis. Conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia affect millions of people globally, yet many individuals continue to struggle despite conventional treatment.
While medications and psychotherapy can be life-changing for some, others experience only partial relief, difficult side effects, or persistent symptoms.
In recent years, researchers and clinicians have begun exploring a different perspecti

Jen Brueton
Mar 75 min read


Breaking the Chains of False Beliefs About Menopause
For many women, perimenopause and menopause arrive quietly — and then suddenly affect everything. Read how to overcome symptoms and thrive during this stage of life.

Jen Brueton
Feb 74 min read


A Turning Point in Nutrition Policy — And Why It Matters for South Africa
Earlier this month, the United States released the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, marking one of the most significant shifts in public nutrition policy in decades. While these guidelines are U.S.-based, their implications extend far beyond American borders — particularly for countries like South Africa, where rates of metabolic disease are rising rapidly and and placing increasing strain on individuals, families, and our already overburdened healthcare systems.

Jen Brueton
Jan 185 min read


From Sick Care to Health Care: My Journey from Hospital Work to Hope
Last month marked a significant shift in my practice as I said goodbye to the hospital we have served for over eight years. We worked inside the walls of an acute hospital—some of the many frontline clinicians trying to make a difference in people’s lives. But over time, the truth became too loud to ignore: we weren’t helping people get better. We were watching them suffer, slowly and painfully, with entirely preventable conditions.

Jen Brueton
Dec 4, 20253 min read


Stroke: More than just a sudden event
On this Stroke Awareness Day, it’s important to understand that a stroke is not typically a random, instantaneous event. According to The Noakes Foundation, while a stroke appears sudden — a blocked or ruptured artery in the brain — the reality is it often follows years of quietly building metabolic and vascular damage.

Jen Brueton
Oct 29, 20254 min read


Cognitive Impairment and Dementia: Taking Back Control with Lifestyle & Metabolic Health
For many families, cognitive decline and dementia are not just medical diagnoses — they’re life-altering experiences. Watching a loved one lose their memory, personality or independence brings heartbreak, stress and financial strain. Daily routines can change overnight; spouses become caregivers; children take on new responsibilities. It’s no wonder so many people feel powerless in the face of these conditions.

Jen Brueton
Sep 17, 20253 min read


How Your Senses Impact Your Mental Health
A revolutionary approach to understanding and managing stress, anxiety, and overwhelm through sensory awareness

Jen Brueton
May 30, 20254 min read


Improving Metabolic Health in Children: A Path to Optimal Learning and Development
In today's world of processed foods and increasing childhood obesity, understanding the connection between metabolism and brain development has never been more crucial.

Jen Brueton
Mar 30, 20253 min read


Rethinking Parkinson's Disease: The Metabolic Connection and the Transformative Role of Occupational Therapy
In recent years, our understanding of Parkinson's Disease (PD) has undergone a significant transformation.

Jen Brueton
Jan 30, 20254 min read


Boost Your Brain Power: The Critical Link Between Stress, Metabolism, and Cognitive Health
Are you finding it harder to focus, remember details, or maintain mental clarity throughout your day?

Jen Brueton
Nov 9, 20243 min read


Why I recommend a Low Carb / Ketogenic diet for clients with neurological impairment..
A ketogenic diet is a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet, that can be beneficial for individuals with neurological impairments..

Jen Brueton
Aug 22, 20242 min read
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