5/10/2022 In his ongoing series examining the science behind practising self-care for a better life, Ian Lloyd finds much to be grateful for.
2/17/2022 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
1/10/2022 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.
12/20/2021 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.
11/25/2019 Small studies have found that Inositol may be useful to treat panic disorders and OCD, but the mechanisms are unknown
6/28/2019 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
5/22/2019 Highlighting the impressive findings from the 'VITAL' study out of Washington State
1/23/2019 Exploring this vitamin's link to depression, cardiovascular disease, and royalty
12/5/2018 Deficiencies in B5 are virtually unheard of, it's safe, and it can be used to treat skin irritation and acne
10/15/2018 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
9/12/2018 A recent massive meta-analysis has cast doubt on the effectiveness of Omega 3 fatty acid supplements—but it may not be changing many minds, including my own
5/17/2018 Examining its uses to treat acne, arthritis, and perhaps early-onset Alzheimer's