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How to Stay Healthy on Holiday (without missing out on the fun)

How to Stay Healthy on Holiday (without missing out on the fun)

Aug 6, 2026 |

You've spent months looking forward to your holiday. The countdown is finally over, the out-of-office is switched on, and you're finally ready to relax. Then, within a day or two, you come down with a cold, your digestion feels unsettled, a cold sore appears on your lip, and instead of feeling refreshed you're exhausted, struggling to sleep and simply don't feel quite yourself. If that sounds familiar, you're certainly not alone. As a Nutritional Therapist, I hear this all the time. Many...

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Why your blood sugar matters more than you think

Why your blood sugar matters more than you think

May 6, 2026 | ,

If you’re feeling tired, craving sugar, gaining weight around your middle, or just not quite like yourself, your blood sugar could be playing a much bigger role than you realise. This isn't just about Type 2 Diabetes. In fact, many of the people I work with haven’t been diagnosed with anything at all. They’ve simply been told things like “keep an eye on it” or “it’s a bit borderline”. However, their symptoms tell a different story. Low energy, poor sleep, brain fog, stubborn weight gain,...

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Why biohacks don't work for women and what to do instead

Why popular biohacks don’t always work for women – and what to do instead

Jan 2, 2026 | ,

Every January, the same health trends resurface.Cold plunges. Intermittent fasting. Keto. HIIT. They’re often described as game-changers - quick, efficient, powerful ways to optimise your health. And for some people, they genuinely are. However, here’s the piece that’s often missing from the conversation: Most biohacks were researched in men. That doesn’t make them wrong, but it does mean they don’t always translate well to female physiology. Women’s bodies are sensitive to stress, fuel...

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5 secrets to a healthier, happier menopause

5 secrets to a healthier, happier menopause

Oct 1, 2025 | , , ,

October is Menopause Awareness Month, so I dedicated the Fab Female Nutrition podcast to a theme that’s very close to my heart: 5 Secrets to a Healthy Menopause. When I hit perimenopause at 40, I didn’t know what was happening to me. My symptoms weren’t extreme, but I struggled with night sweats, poor sleep, and constant overthinking. It left me anxious, exhausted, and questioning who I was. Improving my diet and lifestyle was the turning point, and it’s the reason I retrained as a Nutritional...

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5 powerful herbs to nurture your gut (and support your hormones too)

5 powerful herbs to nurture your gut (and support your hormones too)

Jun 24, 2025 | , ,

Struggling with bloating, sluggish digestion or that constant feeling of being ‘off’? Your gut might be crying out for a bit of extra TLC. A happy gut doesn’t just mean smoother digestion. For midlife women, your gut health is closely linked to how your hormones behave too. In this article, we’ll explore five time-tested herbs that support the gut – with added benefits for hormonal balance, energy, and mood. Think of them as little green allies for your gut and your glow. Your Gut-Hormone...

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What you need to know about your medication

Jun 3, 2025 | , , ,

If you’ve ever left the doctor’s surgery with a prescription and more questions than answers, you’re not alone. This article explores four of the most commonly prescribed medications in midlife - statins, metformin, PPIs and antibiotics - and offers simple, practical ways to support your body while taking them. Statins – Used to lower cholesterol, but it’s important to understand the different types and how lifestyle changes can support heart health too. Metformin – Commonly prescribed for...

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Momentum in May

Momentum in May

May 28, 2025 |

Discover how small, meaningful changes to food, stress, mindset and connection can transform your energy and wellbeing this May. 1: Feed Your Energy, Not Just Your Hunger One of the simplest ways to start feeling better in your body is by looking at how you eat, not just what you eat. If you often feel tired, foggy, irritable or craving sugar by mid-morning or late afternoon, your blood sugar might be to blame. The good news? You don’t need to start from scratch – just gently upgrade what...

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