Dr Andrew Eberding ND, 711 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC (2025)

11/28/2025

You really do have control over your risk of developing dementia. Here's an example pulled from Neurology July 2022.

If you have 50g more whole foods and 50g less Ultra processed foods every day you reduce your dementia risk by 3%.

11/21/2025

Creatine has long been used to support muscle growth.

Creatine is absorbed by muscles easily, so it has been seen as its primary target.

More recently, it has been found that if we take creatine at higher levels it can support the energy systems of the brain, as well. Not only does it support function, but can work to prevent a reverse losses in cognition that happen in the hippocampus region of the brain where memory is managed. Instead of losing volume in the hippocampus, creatine can actually help to restore its former size and function.

Because the muscles are greedy, they take their share first; consequently, you need to increase the amount of creatine to achieve an accumulation in the brain. This is above 10g daily.

If you want to know more about caring for your brain I would like to help.

11/18/2025

Did you know that exercise has a direct effect on your long-term brain health?

There is evidence to show that vigorous exercise leads improvements in brain health, even in the aging brain. When you work out hard enough to produce lactic acid in your muscles, that lactic acid is a statement to the brain. “Hey, I am working out hard here; you need to keep up!” The lactic acid causes the release of something called BDNF.

BDNF is the signal that says we aren't retiring you brain. It is often called brain fertilizer. BDNF tells the brain make more connections, make more brain cells and grow the hippocampus ;which is the region of the brain that is responsible for memory and adaptation.

This is what you need to maintain cognition as you age, access to old and new memories and the ability to adapt in life's changing environment.

When you allow your muscles to atrophy (Think, use it or lose it) you are also basically telling your brain that you don't need it either so it atrophies as well.

So throughout life you should never have the mindset "I am going to. take it easy from here on out". Challenge yourself, everyday, do something hard your brain needs you to demand something from it.

11/15/2025

Do you think there is nothing you can do about dementia. You are not alone. There is a reason you think this. Its because medical research hasn't found the one drug stop or treat Alzheimer's Disease.
The truth is there won't ever be a drug.

Alzheimer's Disease is a multifaceted condition. There is no single cause
There won't ever be one single cure.
There is a solution. Its comes from identifying the causes and removing them.

There are factors that cause more amyloid plaque in one person's brain than another's.

Which factors are affecting you or your loved ones? I would like to help you do just that.

Reach out to learn more or follow me to learn more.

11/13/2025

Has anyone ever told you that you snore or do you consistently wake up tired in the morning.
These might seem small but might be bigger than you think. These are both indicators of sleep apnea.

Apnea can cause you to have decreased oxygen in your blood for extended periods of the night.
When this occurs the brain suffers: research shows apnea can lead to decreased numbers of neurons in the brain and greater plaque accumulation associated with dementia.

Please, don't put off getting your sleep assessed, which by the way you can do at home.

03/11/2024

Some of the body systems that may benefit from turmeric include:

Immune System: Turmeric has immunomodulatory properties; it can help regulate the immune response. It may support immune function by reducing inflammation and oxidative stress, thereby aiding in the body's defense against infections and diseases.

Digestive System: Turmeric has a long history of use in traditional medicine for digestive issues. It may help promote digestion by stimulating bile production and improving gastrointestinal motility. Additionally, turmeric's anti-inflammatory properties may help alleviate symptoms of conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Cardiovascular System: Curcumin in turmeric has been shown to have cardioprotective effects. It may help improve endothelial function, reduce inflammation, lower cholesterol levels, and prevent the formation of blood clots, all of which contribute to heart health.

Musculoskeletal System: Turmeric is commonly used to alleviate pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Its anti-inflammatory properties may help reduce joint pain and improve mobility.

Central Nervous System: Curcumin has neuroprotective properties and may benefit the central nervous system by promoting brain health and protecting against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. It may also help improve mood and cognitive function.

Endocrine System: Some studies suggest that turmeric may help regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity, which could benefit individuals with diabetes or metabolic syndrome.

02/26/2024

Rosemary was used at least as far back as the ancient Greeks. Today, most of us have Rosemary in our homes, but you probably don’t know everything that it brings to the table. It is supportive in many ways beyond how it was traditionally used at funerals weddings and festivals. For example…

Cardiovascular Function:
Research suggests that Rosemary has cardiovascular protective effects, including reducing blood pressure, improving lipid profiles, and inhibiting platelet aggregation. These effects help lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, atherosclerosis, and stroke.

Digestion:
Rosemary helps alleviate symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders such as gastritis, ulcers, and inflammatory bowel diseases by protecting the integrity of the gastrointestinal lining. It can also be used to increase secretions improving functional capacity of the digestive processes.

Neurological:
Rosemary has demonstrated neuroprotective properties in various studies. It may help protect nerve cells from damage, reduce neuroinflammation, and improve cognitive function. These effects suggest potential therapeutic applications in neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.

Immune:
Studies show Rosemary can modulate the immune system by regulating the production of cytokines and other immune mediators. This immune-modulating effect can help support immune function and enhance the body's defense against infections and diseases.

Generally:
Rosemary exhibits anti-inflammatory properties by inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokines and enzymes. As an antioxidant, it can neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress in the body. Research suggests it promotes wound healing by reducing inflammation and enhancing tissue regeneration. It also appears to have a UV absorbing and scattering capacity.

01/25/2024

There are many medicinal herbs in pretty much every week stocked kitchen. Let's take a look at a few of them.

Today, cinnamon!

It's more than just a gooey bun (thats probably the least healthy way to eat it!

Cinnamon has been shown to...
- work as a blood sugar regulator
- treat conditions with a variety of unwanted antimicrobials
- reduce unhealthy lipids and lower triglycerides
- perform as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
- work as a digestive aide
- protect cells in the nervous system to slow aging processes
- limit pain in arthritic conditions

01/22/2024

Omega 3 fatty acids are considered an essential nutrient for humans. In the modern North American diet levels are low. This is due to a number of factors including agri/aquaculture practices, dietary selections and availability. Most, if not all, of us need to supplement at some point or intermittently.

I've included a number reasons why you might want to do this in the slides, but there are a number nuances that can complicate this supplementation, such as:

- plant vs animal source Omega 3s

- levels that you might want to reach

- what are quality sources

- what form should that form take

If you don't want to get an advanced degree in EFA then I can help to sort this all out for you.

01/09/2024

Sciatica is discomfort including pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness, that can begin in the lower back and travel through the buttock and down the back of the leg.

It is caused by pressure on the nerve that runs down through the pelvis and continues on to the foot. Any region of the nerve can generate discomfort.

This condition is a prime candidate for prolotherapy. In many cases the source of the problem is an unstable SI joint (within the pelvis).

If the SI joint is the problem, the vast majority of people, properly treated with prolotherapy for the condition, can get long term resolution.

If you or someone you know has sciatic pain, let me do a free assessment and explain the process of resolving the sciatic discomfort.

12/19/2023

Your brain sees the route. “This is the way we always go.” Your nervous system is committed to old pathways and routines.

You know there are other pathways, but they are hard to find. Initially, you have a hard time finding another way because your brain prefers to follow what it knows.

You might find this new route is difficult and tiring. Your nervous system is uncomfortable, “Isn’t this dangerous?”

The next thing you know, you find yourself in familiar territory - on a road to somewhere you don’t want to be. You ask yourself, “How did I get back here?”

Remaining in a new headspace takes work. It doesn’t happen overnight. But the same repeated patterns that built the old road can establish new ones.

It's worth the effort to find a new way, to get peace in your life, to break free of the patterns that prevent you from owning your headspace.

Throughout your life you will build on neurological patterns to make life easier. You learned how to walk and now you don't think about it.

You learned how to exist and feel and now you don't think about it any more; yougo off what you know. Except when these processes don't serve you you have to work to build new defaults. It's possible. It's hard. It's an active process. Don't be discouraged. Take the steps. Make the effort; the reward is enjoying your world instead of suffering through it.

12/14/2023

Prioritize self-care in your schedule.

Maintain a regular sleep schedule, providing enough time in your day to get restorative sleep

Move. Most often called exercise but it can take many forms. Find one or several activities that you enjoy and DO it/them.

Get some down time, by yourself, so you can unwind and decompress. You need it; you deserve it.

Partake. Cut yourself some slack. Indulge a little in fun and flavor at a level that you won’t regret.

Work on your challenges. get the help you need: medical, organizational, mental, social... You don’t have to do this alone.

Make yourself a priority and indulge in practices that nourish your body, mind, and soul. There are many things that you can do to support yourself. There are many things that Naturopathic medicine can do to support you as well. You may need nutrients, counselling, lifestyle support, dietary changes or medications. Let me be a part of your support team.

Invest today in making your tomorrows a better experience. Little self care can make a big difference.

Dr Andrew Eberding ND

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