About
Dr Helen Macpherson is the founder of In Bloom Brain Health.
As a cognitive neuroscientist by training, she has over 10 years’ experience as a dementia prevention researcher. She has been at the forefront of understanding that lifestyle is key to a healthy mind.
Helen is passionate about helping people to add life to years. Through In Bloom Brain Health she works to reduce stigma around dementia and provide accessible information based on the latest evidence.
In Bloom Brain Health can:
Provide evidence-based recommendations to support healthy ageing
Design programs to enhance brain health
Evaluate existing programs designed to optimise brain health, mental health or wellbeing
Develop resources to promote a healthy lifestyle
Deliver education on dementia
Dr Helen Macpherson completed undergraduate studies in Psychology and Psychophysiology and has a PhD in Science. As a research focused academic she has conducted more than 15 intervention studies on the effects of diet and/or exercise on brain health. Dr Helen Macpherson has authored over 50 peer reviewed publications and 5 book chapters. She loves to engage with print and radio media. You can read about Helen’s research here.