Transforming
cognitive care, naturally
NICA was founded to give men and women clear, evidence-based guidance for protecting and optimising their brain health. We wanted to create a trusted space where people could take meaningful, early action to prevent cognitive decline - and, when early changes do appear, begin reversing them before they progress further.
Trained in Functional Medicine (a root-cause approach) and the Apollo ReCODE 2.0 protocol, our team stays at the forefront of the latest research in dementia prevention and cognitive optimisation. This expertise allows us to support early intervention, reduce risk, and address the many reversible contributors that affect cognition.
Having witnessed the real impact of dementia on individuals and families - and with cases continuing to rise in the UK and globally - we are committed to empowering people at every stage. From those who are currently asymptomatic and want to take proactive steps, to those experiencing early symptoms or mild cognitive changes who are ready to take effective action to restore and strengthen their cognitive function.
Our story
Our team
MBChB, BMedSci InEx (Hons), RCGP, AFMCP, Dip Mass.Medical Physician | ReCODE 2.0 Practitioner
Dr Carolyn Bond
Carolyn spent many years practicing as a Research Scientist, Surgeon and GP before training in IFM Functional Medicine and the Apollo ReCODE 2.0 protocol. With more than 25 years of clinical, scientific and teaching experience, she now applies her expertise to helping people protect their cognitive health, reduce the risk of dementia, and reverse early cognitive changes.
Nicole Mackintosh
BSc (Hons), FMCA-certified Functional Medicine Health Coach | ReCODE 2.0 Coach | Mind–Body Practitioner
Nicole is a FMCA-certified Functional Medicine health coach and one of the first Apollo ReCODE 2.0-trained health coaches in the UK. She helps clients translate evidence-based recommendations into sustainable daily habits. With over 13 years in the health and wellness space, and following her father’s dementia diagnosis, she has spent years researching and learning from leading experts in cognitive health.
More recently, she has dedicated her work to raising awareness of what can be done to reduce risk and support brain health, helping people put effective, practical measures in place. Nicole focuses on lifestyle, nutrition, movement, stress management, sleep, connection and environment, often integrating mind-body practices to support lasting change and long-term health outcomes.
“I was terrified I was losing my edge, but the personal guidance here changed everything“
“Having worked with Nicole and Dr Carolyn, I don’t just feel more capable. I feel truly seen and supported by experts who genuinely care.” — AMILIE, CLIENT