Iodine deficiency and it’s role in hypothyroidism
Iodine deficiency affects more than 1 billion people worldwide and is the leading cause of preventable brain damage¹. Iodine deficiency causes hypothyroidism by decreasing thyroid hormone production. To increase iodine levels, fortification programs have been implemented in a majority of countries through salt iodisation, bread and milk fortification. Goitrogens can block iodine absorption and need…
Long-COVID and Epstein-Barr Virus reactivation
Key Points: The prevalence of persistent symptoms after the resolution of acute illness in COVID-19 is approximately 30%. A variety of clinical manifestations have been associated with EBV reactivation, many of which have similarities with symptoms of long-COVID. A recent retrospective study of patients with long-COVID found that 67.7% were positive for EBV reactivation compared…
Withania and the evidence of it’s neuroprotective effects
Key Points: There is a growing interest in herbal therapies for mental health and neurological disorders, which are significant global public health issues. A growing body of research demonstrates beneficial effects of withania and its biological constituents in a wide range of mood and neurological disorders. Withania’s neuroprotective action is largely believed to be due…