Don’t let dodgy digestion spoil your Christmas – watch the video
If you didn’t get the chance to watch my video about the best ways to avoid digestive discomfort and unpleasant flare-ups this festive season, then you can do so here. I am contacted by lots of people around this time of year, expressing concern (and sometimes panic) about how to get through the festive season […]
How Emotional Freedom Technique can help you survive Christmas – watch the video
Times are tough, more so than in a long, long time. We are surrounded by situations that create a lot of stress, anxiety, fear, loneliness, and isolation. Much of this was made worse by the pandemic, and now we live in a very challenging world, filled with conflict, and a spiralling global economy. It’s little […]
Dodgy digestion? Our Christmas Survival Kit is here to help!
If you are worried about the effects that all the rich, heavy food and possible excesses of alcohol will have on your digestive and gut health this season, I can assure you – you are not alone. I get a seasonal ‘deluge’ of enquiries in the lead-up to Christmas and many of them come from […]
Transition into autumn with a 5-day Charcoal cleanse
I recommend a 5-day Charcoal cleanse four times a year, around the time the seasons change in September, December, March and June – and, if possible, around the time of a full moon. This year, the full moon will appear on 29th September. The idea that the moon has the power to influence our thoughts […]
Ready for your autumn gut reboot?
Why does the transition from summer to autumn often feel stressful? Well, the summer can be a busy time – those blissful longer days allow more time to be social, being outdoors for longer and generally more active. I don’t know about you, but just thinking of summer conjures up images of fun, holidays and […]
Anti-Inflammatory Mango, Turmeric & Ginger Smoothie Bowl Recipe
This is summer in a bowl! The combination of mango, bananas, pineapple and coconut milk will transport you to a sunny tropical beach. Not only will this smoothie bowl uplift your spirits, but it is also packed with health-boosting ingredients. Mangoes are a great source of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B6, folate, copper, fibre, […]
Your festival health survival kit
Festival season is here! And whilst they’re not renowned for being the healthiest of experiences, there is much you can do both before and during a festival to ensure you stay happy and healthy throughout. As the saying goes ‘prevention is better than cure’ and this is most certainly the case when it comes to […]
Healthy ageing with herbal medicine – watch the video!
If you weren’t able to catch me talking to medical herbalist, Katherine Bellchambers, about the many ways in which herbal medicine can support the body to help us age healthily, you can watch the video here. We talked about how oxidation and chronic inflammation can age us prematurely – and by that, I don’t just […]
Wave goodbye to holiday constipation with our Travel Survival Kit!
Whether you’re hopping on a plane or jumping into your car for a road trip, digestive issues can put a damper on your travel plans. Even people who don’t have trouble with regular bowel movements may find that they become constipated when they go on holiday due to the change in routine. Travel constipation can […]
Our Travel Survival Kit – your essential holiday companion!
While the weather in the UK may have other ideas, holiday season is upon us! I am looking forward to a family trip to Spain this summer; it will my first trip abroad since the pandemic, and I know I have fallen out of the habit of packing and preparing for a holiday, so I […]
The premature ageing effects of IBS
IBS doesn’t have to be a life sentence, as some sufferers are often told by their GP. You can find ways to enjoy the food and drink that you love, and live your life in the way of your choosing, free from the shackles of a condition which far too many people believe they have […]
How food poisoning can lead to IBS
Food poisoning is one of the most common causes of an increased risk of developing IBS, and the number one cause of developing post-infectious IBS (PI-IBS). Food poisoning happens when people consume food that is contaminated with harmful bacteria, parasites, viruses or toxins. Also known as foodborne illness, it can cause a range of symptoms, […]
Try The 5-Day Charcoal Cleanse This Spring
Spring is the perfect time to cleanse and detox. The winter months can be hard on our bodies making us feel sluggish. The heavier foods we eat during winter and perhaps not enough exercise can take a toll on our digestive system, liver, and kidney function. Even when we try to be as healthy as […]
Spring cleanse tips for body, spirit and mind
Hello, spring! The daffodils are out, the birds are singing, and the days are getting longer – time for us to come out of our winter hibernation and raise our energy levels for the bright days ahead. I always say that March is the perfect time for a spring cleanse of body, mind, and spirit […]
Boost your gut bacteria with exercise
I’ve been attending gyms and health clubs for over 40 years, and never before was I champing at the bit to go back after Christmas as I was this time around. I think it’s because last May, I found my happy exercise place at the ladies-only gym I go to. I couldn’t wait to get […]
Remembering our lost loved ones at Christmas
We’re always told Christmas is meant to be the most wonderful time of the year – but that simply isn’t true for so many people, and I include myself in that group. I am lucky to have a close and loving family, but I lost my dad on New Year’s Eve, 2019 and it still […]
