Ian Lloyd
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 5/9/2022
The proven benefits of practising gratitude
In his ongoing series examining the science behind practising self-care for a better life, Ian Lloyd finds much to be grateful for. - 2/16/2022
The surprising efficacy of journaling to mitigate symptoms of stress
In his ongoing n=1 study of self-care measures to help with the impact of pandemic-induced stress, Ian Lloyd is impressed by the results from journaling - 1/9/2022
A science-based argument for meditation
I never pictured myself as a meditator (I'm not cross-legged-cushion-sitting, chanting type), but mindfulness meditation has helped me survive the pandemic. And the research shows it's probably also benefiting my body in countless ways. - 12/19/2021
What science says about natural stress reduction methods
We often hear self-help gurus tout the benefits of self-care practices such as mindfulness, CBT and journaling as means to stress reduction. But what does the science say? Stay tuned as I share what I've learned. - 11/24/2019
The mysterious mental health applications of Vitamin B8
Small studies have found that Inositol may be useful to treat panic disorders and OCD, but the mechanisms are unknown - 6/27/2019
Biotin: Proceed cautiously with this vitamin to treat MS
Biotin made the new recently for its apparent ability to treat multiple sclerosis, but after looking at the study, it may be best to proceed cautiously - 5/21/2019
Glucosamine is good for your heart
Highlighting the impressive findings from the 'VITAL' study out of Washington State - 1/22/2019
Pyridoxine of B6: My favourite vitamin
Exploring this vitamin's link to depression, cardiovascular disease, and royalty - 12/4/2018
Vitamin B5 is everywhere, fortunately
Deficiencies in B5 are virtually unheard of, it's safe, and it can be used to treat skin irritation and acne - 10/14/2018
Choline: A mysterious B vitamin with myriad uses
It's been linked to improved cognitive function, and inadequate intake has been linked to fatty liver and muscle damage—yet we don't know how much of it we need
