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Gluten is in a lot of things we eat, from bread and pasta, to cookies, pastries and even drinks like beer. It’s been a staple for thousands of years but,

Today I want to talk to you about something I am very passionate about – functional testing – because it holds the key to solving your gut health and fatigue problems and may

Is it all in your head or is your body trying to tell you something? Some might dismiss a ‘wisdom of the body’ theory as quackery. However, if you think about the biological processes

So we are 12 days into 2024 and I am guessing, like millions of others, that you might have started January 1st 2024 with a list of inspiring and challenging resolutions

Are you are suffering with any of these symptoms?

You probably don’t often think of your eyes much, outside of a regular check that you have the right prescription for your glasses or contacts and even then, you

This month why not challenge yourself to eat more vegetables.
Studies show that people who consume more plant foods have a lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes. It is the phytonutrients within the plants that help the body eliminate toxins, improve cardiovascular health and promotes healthy estrogen metabolism.

I’d need a lot more space to list out all the names on the naughty list but this list, while not exhaustive, is a good starting point if you want to know you are eating as well as you can for your health.

Your gut microbiome is a parallel universe of all kinds of different microorganisms running through your digestive tract

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a problem I often see in clinic and it is problematic on many different levels. If you have been diagnosed with this condition

Does this sound familiar?
You reluctantly crawl out of bed and head for the kettle for a strong cup of tea or coffee.

Now I really know it’s spring and you’re here to stay – like an uninvited guest – for the next six months.

You’ve probably heard people talk about ‘good’ and ‘bad’ bacteria and that we want to have more ‘good’ bacteria because this has a positive effect on your health.

Park that notion that fat is bad. It is not. In fact, most of us aren’t eating enough of it. Fat can help you lose weight, protect against heart disease, absorb vitamins and boost your immune system.

You will all have a different reason for wanting to improve your health and wellbeing and one of the first steps is deciding on what your most important goal is.

The ketogenic diet is the ultimate low carb diet. It’s moderate in terms of protein and very high in fat.

Gluten is in a lot of things we eat, from bread and pasta, to cookies, pastries and even drinks like beer. It’s been a staple for thousands of years but

Your liver is one of the most important organs in your entire body. It weighs 5lbs and uses up 12% of your total

Hey, would you like to come to this place, spend the evening at that place, have a mince pie, sausage roll, egg nog, mulled wine, taste my world-beating Christmas cake…?

This month why not challenge yourself to eat more vegetables.
Studies show that people who consume more plant foods have a lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes. It is the phytonutrients within the plants that help the body eliminate toxins, improve cardiovascular health and promotes healthy estrogen metabolism.

Over the last few decades, life expectancy in the developed world has been steadily increasing, while healthy life expectancy has been decreasing. That means that you might expect to live longer but with a poorer quality of life.

Social drinking is one of main ways we enjoy being with friends and trying to cut back can be difficult and often meets with disapproval from others.

Mitochondria are known as the ‘powerhouses’ of the cell. They are structures in every cell that make energy (ATP) by using oxygen and nutrients from food.

Whether your child is starting school for the first time or moving up to a new class this can be both an exciting and nerve racking time.

These days, finding organic food is easier than ever. Back in the day, if you wanted to eat organic, you’d have to grow your own or find a health food shop.

As the temperature starts to climb, so does our willingness to eat salad. A good salad can be an amazing addition to your healthy diet if you do it right.  A couple of things can go wrong when you...

How often do you look in the mirror and criticise the image reflecting back at you? Or look at a recent photo and inwardly cringe at your arms / legs / bum / tummy? Chances are...this happens quite...

Resilience according to the Oxford English Dictionary is “the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties” or the ability to bounce back after a challenging situation. Heart math defines...

When choosing a healthy way of eating it is easy to start with natural colour. Phytonutrients or phytochemicals are natural compounds found in plants. They provide many functions for the plants such...

Mealtimes should be enjoyable or sociable but remember the food you eat is nourishment for your body. If you use it for any other purpose, you may wish to explore your formative years.

It may be an uncomfortable truth that you are responsible for everything that you do (or don’t do) in the area of your health and happiness.

Supplements first started to become popular last century, and they were a way of adding things to the diet to prevent popular diseases caused by nutritional deficiencies – like scurvy (lack of vitamin C) and rickets (lack of vitamin D). Now, taking a supplement doesn’t just mean popping a pill but equally, you can get your vitamins, minerals, herbs, essential oils and enzymes as a drink (think vitamin water), powder to make into a shake or even a spray.

Mindful Eating is one of the most underrated lifestyle habits. Learning to practise it can be life-changing. Mindful eating is focussing your attention on the experience of eating your food and not doing anything else.

Over the last two years, nothing has ruled our lives and occupied our minds as much as the SARS-CoV2 pandemic. If we have not been personally affected yet, we all know someone who has. There is light at the end of the tunnel. One by one, countries are lifting their COVID restrictions to varying degrees and travel across borders has become much easier.

Achieving long-term health and energy is a balancing act. Quite simply, what you put into your mind may have as much of an impact as the food and supplements you feed your body.

The perimenopause can be one of the trickiest times for women to get their head around. One minute you’re 30, full of energy to do all the things you want in your life.