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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 43 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 294 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 173 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 303 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 304 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


Insulin Resistance the root of all Chronic Disease?
ALL carbohydrates turn into sugar in the body, causing your blood sugar levels to rise after eating them.
Jen Brueton
May 11, 20242 min read


Am I Prediabetic or Insulin Resistant?
These five easy checks can tell you if you have insulin resistance or are at risk for Diabetes.
Jen Brueton
May 9, 20242 min read


What is Metabolic Syndrome?
Metabolic syndrome is a collection of cardiometabolic risk factors that includes obesity, insulin resistance, hypertension, and...
Jen Brueton
Apr 16, 20243 min read
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