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Dr Ramy Saad

Yesterday’s pizza—Food for the gut

Why cold Margherita might just be the best thing you’ve eaten all day.

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4 minutes read

Dr Ramy Saad

How to preserve your microbiome diversity

Ultra-processed foods, alcohol, and sweeteners—how do they affect our microbiome?

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9 minutes read

Ruby Dalziel

Deep dive: Zinc and fertility

Exploring the importance of nutritional zinc in cisgender men and women for successful conception.

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4 minutes read

Dr Ramy Saad

The Microbiome Pyramid

The first part of a three part-series of microbiome top tips!

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10 minutes read

Ruby Dalziel

Deep dive: Tannins and caffeine

Should we be cautious of these compounds in our diets?

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Heights

Cracking the code: The Bristol stool chart

The ultimate guide to decoding your poo.

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6 minutes read

Heights

What is the microbiome?

Everything you need to know about the microbiome, from what it is to why it’s so exciting.

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3 minutes read

Heights

3 ways to look after your brain, and the planet

Care for your brain and the planet at the same time, with these three simple habits.

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Heights

5 more things we learned from Channel 4’s Know Your Sh!t

As the hit Channel 4 show starring Sophie Medlin comes to an end, we look at the highlights.

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Heights

5 ways gut health can affect you

How your microbiome impacts everything from fatigue to dry skin.

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Heights

Does your partner affect your gut health?

We’re asking the big questions for Valentine’s Day.

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Heights

5 things we learned from Channel 4’s Know Your Sh!t, Part 1

Our very own Sophie Medlin stars in the hit Channel 4 show—this is what we’ve learned so far.

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Heights

Supplement vs diet—a false dichotomy

Is it really true that you only need one or the other? Or is the answer somewhere in between?

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Heights

Breaking down 7 common myths about probiotics

Everyone seems to have an opinion about probiotics. But what does the science actually say?

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3 minutes read

Heights

Is the brain a muscle

No, the brain is not a muscle. It’s an organ. So why is it considered a muscle by so many people?

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Heights

Which side of the brain is creative?

You may know that the brain is split into left and right sides—but which side of the brain is creative?

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Heights

Declarative memory

Declarative memory is a type of long-term memory that allows us to recall past events. More on the different types.

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4 minutes read

Heights

7 easy gut health hacks

Did you know gut health is the 3rd pillar of health after food and exercise? Here are some gut health hacks.

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Heights

What is prospective memory and why does it matter?

Prospective memory is the ability to remember to do things in the future. This is the difference of types and examples.

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Heights

Everything you need to know about explicit memory

Ever wondered how your brain remembers your first crush, or who won Eurovision in 1989? Everything on explicit memory.

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3 minutes read

Heights

Yoga for digestion: Can yoga support your gut health?

Yoga for digestion and how it can help your body process food, support blood flow, and maintain calm

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3 minutes read

Heights

Are AirPods bad for your brain?

They’ve revolutionised the way we listen to music, make calls, and receive texts, but are AirPods bad for your brain?

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5 minutes read

Heights

7 proven ways to improve your gut health

If a healthy gut feels like an elusive dream, learn how to improve gut health with these easy science-backed ideas.

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Heights

The 7 worst habits for your brain health

Learn about the worst habits for your brain so you can spot (and stop) them.

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4 minutes read

Heights

How to clear brain fog

Clearing brain fog can be tricky—learn the brain-friendly habits that can help support you.

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4 minutes read

Heights

How much of our brain do we use?

A common myth is that we use 10 percent of our brains, but that's a complete myth.

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3 minutes read

Heights

What causes brain fog?

To banish brain fog for good, it’s important to identify precisely what’s causing it.

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4 minutes read

Roberta Jade

5 best foods for mental health

Learn how to prevent burnout and improve your mood with these 5 best foods for mental health.

Health

6 minutes read

Laura Sugden

What is brain health and why is the brain important?

Brain health impacts every area of life. There’s just one problem: What exactly IS brain health?

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3 minutes read

Laura Sugden

The science of smiling (everything you need to know)

What is the power of smiling? is it just for photos? Research shows that smiling has knock-on effects for your health..

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4 minutes read

Heights

Leaky gut symptoms, causes, and solutions

Can a leaky gut repair itself? And what are the symptoms? Learn how to recognise a leaky gut and what to do about it.

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4 minutes read

Heights

The 5 most common brain fog symptoms

Brain fog affects everyone differently—but there are some common signs and symptoms to look out for.

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4 minutes read

Heights

The complete guide to brain fog

Feeling sluggish, hazy, dazed, and confused? Sounds like a classic case of brain fog.

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4 minutes read

Heights

How moving your body helps your brain

Everyone knows exercise is good for your body, but it's also excellent for your brain.

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6 minutes read

Heights

What is the gut-brain axis?

A link between the gut and the brain has been theorised for thousands of years. The science is beginning to catch up.

Health

7 minutes read

Laura Sugden

7 neuroplasticity exercises to rewire your brain

Everything you need to know to strengthen your brain health.

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6 minutes read

Heights

How to improve mental health: 5 proven ways

Expert tips, articles, and podcasts about how to improve mental health, all in one place.

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5 minutes read

Heights

Best mental health activities with Nawal Mustafa

These daily mental health activities set a foundation for better mental health, both today and for the future.

Health

5 minutes read

Dan Murray-Serter

How to rest your brain (and why you need a holiday!)

There are many ways to rest your brain and heading on holiday could play a part in giving your brain a break

Health

6 minutes read

Ed Cunningham

The 7 best mental health books to read right now

Finding the right book is a hard task, so here are 7 mental health books to educate you on the stuff that matters.

Health

5 minutes read

Laura Sugden

4 ways to help with parental burnout

4 tips to manage your parent-work-life while trying to avoid parental burnout.

Health

4 minutes read

Dr. Tara Swart

What is neuroplasticity?

Find out the lowdown on what neuroplasticity is, with Heights Chief Science Officer Dr Tara Swart.

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4 minutes read

Heights

Pandemic brain: causes and solutions

Thoughts been a little foggy lately? That's pandemic brain for you. Here's what it is and how to beat it.

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3 minutes read

Heights

In conversation with TALA founder and CEO Grace Beverley

We caught up with Grace about sustainable business, work-life balance, and why she loves Heights.

Health

4 minutes read

Shane O'Mara

How to walk more everyday (with little extra effort!)

Ready to get your steps in? Walking acts as a self-repair mechanism for the brain and body.

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5 minutes read

Heights

How to recover from burnout

These useful techniques will help you recover from burnout and get back on track.

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Heights

5 natural ways to boost your energy

Hit an energy wall? Try these 5 natural ways to boost your energy. Your brain will thank you.

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5 minutes read

Heights

The best probiotics after antibiotics

Learn how you can use probiotics to counter the long term side effects of antibiotics.

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5 minutes read

Heights

In conversation with Mendi CEO Moha Bensofia

We sat down with Moha to talk braincare, neuroplasticity, and how he’s bringing lab-grade technology to the home user.

Health

4 minutes read

Dan Murray-Serter

The first steps to improve your brain health

The things we most value in life—health, happiness, wealth and love—are governed by our ability to think, feel and act.

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5 minutes read

Wilma MacDonald

How tired mums can upgrade their energy

5 tips to help exhausted mums go from flat to fabulous

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Heights

The Heights list of braincare habits

Want to boost your braincare routine? Take a look at our complete list of the best braincare habits you can start now.

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5 minutes read

Michelle Radley

Top 5 tips to improve your gut health

Keep your gut happy with these simple, evidence-based food tips.

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Gabe Nelson

What are the top exercises for your brain?

These are some of the best ways to keep your brain sharp, whatever your age.

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Heights

How does therapy work: things to know before you go

Therapy can be a profound mental health tool. But many people find the idea intimidating. Here’s what you need to know.

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4 minutes read

Dan Murray-Serter

Top books about the brain

Co-founder Dan shares his top reads on brain health, and our community share their favourite books about the brain.

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4 minutes read

Heights

Braincare vs brain health: what’s the difference?

We break down the differences between the two ideas, and give you the tips to keep on top of both.

Health

6 minutes read

David Chorlton

How to prevent burnout

Looking at the causes of burnout, the effects of it, and signs you're close to burning out.

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4 minutes read

Heights

How to deal with burnout in everyday life

Overcoming exhaustion and burnout is a challenge three-fifths of the world face. Here’s everything you need to know.

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4 minutes read

Heights

Debunking the science of left versus right brain

Right brain for creativity? Left brain for analytical thinking? The actual research paints a more complex picture.

Health

6 minutes read

Dan Murray-Serter

The start of your braincare journey

You’ve taken the first step, but what’s next. These simple tips will help you improve your brain health, for good.

Health

2 minutes read

Heights

Exercise and the brain with Dr. Kelly McGonigal

On this episode of the Braincare podcast, Dr. Kelly McGonigal shares her expert insight on exercise and the brain.

Health

4 minutes read

Heights

The pros and cons of alcohol on the brain

On this episode of the Braincare podcast, we explore the good, the bad, and the ugly of alcohol on brain health.

Health

2 minutes read

Heights

Breathing for calm with Jamie Clements

Breathwork coach Jamie Clements joins us to help you breathe and calm any unrest in your body.

Health

3 minutes read

Heights

How to manage back-to-work nerves with Dr Robin Hart

Dr Robin Hart shares his tips and tools for the "new normal", and the transition back to the workplace.

Health

7 minutes read

Laura Sugden

5 ways to care for your brain

Care for your brain like a pro—we’ve been lucky enough to learn from the best brains in the business.

Health

3 minutes read

Heights

How to forgive someone and let go of anger

Betrayal is part of life, but Dr Frederic Luskin is helping us learn to forgive and move on in this Braincare episode.

Health

5 minutes read

Heights

What does water do for the brain?

Your brain is 75% water. Drink up for better cognition, improved memory and more robust brain health. Here's how.

Health

3 minutes read

Heights

The science of forgiveness and brokenness

Experts Dr. James Doty and Fred Luskin discuss brokenness, forgiveness, and the Japanese arts of Wabi-sabi and Kintsugi.

Health

3 minutes read

Heights

Is wellness destroying women’s confidence?

A debate on whether the wellness industry is doing more to damage women’s confidence than it is to build it up.

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6 minutes read

Dan Murray-Serter

Become Indistractable With Nir Eyal

Bestselling author Nir Eyal shares his insight to help you achieve more of what you want in life.

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3 minutes read

Heights

The effect of sex on the brain

Sex has a huge impact on brain chemistry and mental health. Find out why.

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5 minutes read

Heights

Brain fuel masterclass for focus, sleep, and energy

Chief of Science and Spirituality at Heights Dr. Tara Swart teaches you how give your brain what it needs to thrive.

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5 minutes read

Heights

What is braincare?

Why braincare needs to be on your radar, and 5 simple braincare behaviours to build into your life.

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5 minutes read

Heights

In conversation with founder of Calm app, Michael Acton Smith

Heights co-founder Dan Murray-Serter discusses entrepreneurship with the founder of Calm app, Michael Acton Smith.

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5 minutes read

Heights

The science of drug use, with Dr Carl Hart

World expert on the effects of recreational drugs on the mind and body Dr Carl Hart explains the science of drug use.

Health

3 minutes read

Heights

The science and signs of burnout with Dr. Thomas Curran

Dr. Thomas Curran shares the causes and signs of burnout, and explains how you can prevent it.

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2 minutes read

Heights

How to End Mental Illness with Dr. Daniel Amen

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2 minutes read

Heights

Overcoming Anxiety, Trauma and Grief with Dr Daniel Amen

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Useful Thinking with Mo Gawdat

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2 minutes read

Heights

How Our Brains Process Sound with Professor Sophie Scott

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2 minutes read

Heights

How Laughter is Good for Your Brain with Professor Sophie Scott

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2 minutes read

Dan Murray-Serter

The science of compassion and brain health with Dr James Doty

Author of Into the Magic Shop Dr James Doty explains how being kind can affect your brain.

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2 minutes read

Heights

Expanding time and space in your mind with Ed Cooke

Why does Ed Cooke play French radio in the morning and German cafe sirens in the afternoon? It's to do with perception.

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2 minutes read

Heights

How to remember anything with Ed Cooke

Grandmaster of Memory Ed Cooke shares his secrets for never forgetting a thing (even birthdays).

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6 minutes read

Sophie Medlin

5 ways to boost your Brain Nutrition Score

Did you know that your brain's health is directly affected by nutrition? Read more with our Brain Nutrition Assessment.

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3 minutes read

Dan Murray-Serter

Best 5 neuroplasticity books and resources

Whether you’re a neuroplasticity newbie or wanting some inspiration, here are our favourite resources.

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2 minutes read

Heights

Gender and mental health with Gina Rippon

Gina Rippon looks at the link between certain mental disorders and our sex in this episode of The Braincare Podcast.

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2 minutes read

Heights

The history of the myth "The Gendered Brain" with Gina Rippon

From neurotrash and neurosexism to Charles Darwin, Gina Rippon gives a brief history of the brain.

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2 minutes read

Heights

5 minute hacks for a healthier brain with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Dr Rangan Chatterjee shares his secrets for boosting your brain with simple exercises.

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3 minutes read

Dr. Tara Swart

What your brain needs to thrive—according to neuroscientist Dr Tara Swart

Dr Tara Swart—author of The Source—shares her tips for brain care.

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2 minutes read

Heights

How to manage stress with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

During these stressful times, Dr Rangan Chatterjee advises on easy coping mechanisms.

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2 minutes read

Heights

Understanding teenagers with Dr Daniel Emina

Psychologist Dr Daniel Emina talks to Heights about cognitive development.

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3 minutes read

Dan Murray-Serter

7 ways being grateful is good for your brain

From better self-esteem through to being happier, practising gratitude has many health benefits.

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