You can’t escape the topic of ultra-processed foods at the moment and for once I’m glad that the media is making noise about a serious food issue. 56% of the energy intake of adults in the UK is in the form of Ultra- Processed Food (UPF) and worryingly it is estimated that this figure is Continue reading
I’m sure that the organised amongst you have already got Christmas wrapped up, but if like me you are more of a last-minute person, I thought you might appreciate my healthy gift guide for stocking fillers and higher-cost gifts that could positively impact the recipient’s health. Kiki Health Organic Mushroom Cacao Powder Organic Mushroom Cacao Continue reading
I’ve recently completed a 10 week Nutrigenomics Practitioner training programme with Lifecode Gx, one of the leading suppliers of genomic reports, and I’m proud to say that I am now a certified provider of their tests. What is Nutrigenomics? Nutrigenomics is the practice of using nutritional and lifestyle strategies tailored to an individual’s unique Continue reading
I was drawn to an article on the front page of the Guardian on Saturday “Long Covid study finds abnormality in lungs that could explain breathlessness” as this is one of the main symptoms that I have. I had COVID in late October 2021 and since then I have been breathless. It’s slowly getting better Continue reading
There is much that we can do to protect ourselves from seasonal viruses like regular flu and colds, and to boost our immune system in the face of the current threat of the Coronavirus. Food is information for the body and we can choose to feed ourselves foods that enhance our health and wellbeing, or Continue reading
When you hear the word ‘menopause symptoms’, what springs to mind? Hot flushes? Night sweats? Mood swings? Just the thought of it is enough to make many women shudder. But contrary to popular belief, the menopause is not the end of the world. There are many natural ways for managing menopause symptoms naturally and plenty Continue reading
Did you watch the first episode of Doctor in the House on BBC1? It was brilliant! If you didn’t manage to it is still on the BBC Iplayer – here is a link It’s available for the next 28 days and episode two is on tonight, Thursday 26th November. Why was it so great Continue reading
New Omega 3 Test Those of you who have been to see me for a consultation will know that I often use tests in my practice. I don’t like to work with assumptions, so if the budget is available I will always encourage my clients to take a test to explore underlying causes of their Continue reading
The numerous health benefits of strawberries The strawberry season in the UK is between May and July, coinciding nicely with all the tennis championships. Read on to find out why you should be having your fill of these delightful fruits. As well as being delicious strawberries have numerous health benefits: They are an excellent source Continue reading
Earlier this month I gave a talk on sugar to a very attentive audience (including a teenager!), and they all left with the resolve to cut down on this very harmful substance. Sugar is finally being acknowledged for the serious impact that it is having on our nation’s health. There are of course the obvious Continue reading
