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Why I do what I do – helping people understand their health

I didn’t become a Nutritional Therapist because I had always planned to work in health. It began with curiosity around what really drives our health. Why do some people seem to age well while others develop health problems much earlier? Why are some people frequently...

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

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...

Why your blood sugar matters more than you think

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...

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

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...

No Shop Bean Stew

When you can’t be bothered to shop or cook this No Shop Bean Stew is so easy, it uses ingredients you will already have in the house, and you can eat it from a bowl on the sofa too!
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans, yet hearty enough for any meat eating carnivore!

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Coriander Stalks

Lots of recipes call for chopped coriander leaves, but did you know that the stalks are great in soups and sauces if you add them a bit earlier? I buy big bunches of coriander from the Asian supermarket and then chop the stalks and pop them into a freezer bag.  I...

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Nutty Dog Biscuits

These are nutty flavoured biscuits, or biscuits for your nutty dog - the choice is yours! The recipe was kindly given to my by my friend Julee who is a former chef, turned Prison Officer via owning a market stall selling doggie goods.  She used to bake up massive...

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