gut health
Are supplements a waste of money?
Now the truthful answer – if a little frustrating – is “it depends”. In my clinic I use targeted supplementation with many clients to correct sub-optimal levels of nutrients and...
Less Inflammation, Less Pain: Why your GUT might be running the show
Most people think pain is purely structural. Bad back? Must be an injury. Achy joints? Probably “wear and tear.” Stiff and sore all the time? Maybe I’m just getting older....
The Eatwell Guide – Part 2
Last month we reviewed the first part of the Eatwell guide, which included the following groups; Fruit & vegetables, Starchy carbohydrates and Proteins. This month we are focusing on the...
The Eatwell Guide: What is a Healthy Diet?
A healthy diet comes in a lot of different forms but can be defined as a diet that contributes to overall health & well-being and supports your lifestyle. Whether that’s...
What is a Dietician & How can they help?
Hello readers! I’ll start by introducing myself. I am Sam, a Registered Dietitian. Not many people have heard of Dietitians, so I’ll briefly explain what a Dietitian is. What is...
Prebiotics, Probiotics, Microbiomes – What does it all mean?
We are not alone! The average human body contains approximately 30-40 trillion cells, but also about 40 trillion microorganisms including bacteria, fungi and viruses. In fact, there are so many...
Psoriasis – Can you help your symptoms with a natural approach?
Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an over-responsive immune system. When the immune system functions properly, a highly complex collection of processes work together as our first line of...
Parkinson’s disease
There are over 40 symptoms of Parkinson’s and as with most conditions everyone is an individual and has a different journey. The more common symptoms of Parkinson’s include: Tremor Rigidity...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
I think this is something most of us have heard of and up to one third of the population suffer symptoms at times. It is the most common disorder of...
The evil that is sugar!
Pure white and deadly was how John Yudkin put it in 1972 (a British nutritionist and former Chair of Nutrition at Queen Elizabeth College, London). It was the first publication by...
How to lose weight
Overweight? Fed up with diets? Read on……. Over the years I have helped many people with their weight, talking them through the myths and the science. This is my chance...
6 Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a popular home remedy. People have used it for centuries in cooking and medicine. Many people claim it can relieve a wide range of health complaints,...