Linda's Blog

The Ageing Vagina

Just like the rest of your body, your vagina ages. Once you get close to menopause, its parts don’t look or function the same as they did when you were … The Ageing Vagina

Restore your intimate balance

I’ve only ever had one UTI in my life, when I was in my early 20s, over 40 years ago. I was on holiday in Cornwall and I remember that … Restore your intimate balance

Tips to lower your cancer risk

On 4th February, we celebrate World Cancer Day, a day that has become one of the largest international health campaigns, a day that unites people, communities, and entire countries to … Tips to lower your cancer risk

How do probiotics stop cystitis?

Among the many hundreds of enquiries that I get each month from people struggling with their digestive and gut health, I receive just as many from women with urinary, bladder … How do probiotics stop cystitis?

Quick constipation prevention tip

Over time, Western toilets have become synonymous with progress, modernity, and hygiene, but it’s doubtful whether the first inventors of the modern-day flushing toilet had any knowledge of human physiology. … Quick constipation prevention tip

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure

When it comes to healthcare, most people act reactively instead of proactively. They won’t go to the doctor until they’re sick and they won’t take care of their body until … An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure

Naturopathy – a different approach to health

I’ve been a naturopath for over 30 years. I’m an associate member of the General Naturopathic Council and I am registered with The Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council, as a … Naturopathy – a different approach to health

Are you ‘inflammaging’?

You’ve probably heard that inflammation is at the root of many diseases and plays a key role in ageing. In fact, inflammation is so much a part of conversations around … Are you ‘inflammaging’?

How to prepare for surgery – to recover faster

Think of surgery like playing a sport. To prepare for tournaments, you train and follow tips from your coach, so you are ready to play your best game. If you’re … How to prepare for surgery – to recover faster

Break unhealthy eating habits

I’m sure all of us, however healthily we strive to eat, have our food downfalls. For me, these tend to happen in the evenings. During the day I’m very busy, … Break unhealthy eating habits

Do we need probiotics?

I’m sure many of you reading this take probiotics, or you have heard that you should be taking them. It’s true, you should be taking them, every day, forever. I … Do we need probiotics?

Should women have a flat stomach?

Here’s the honest truth – I’ve never had a flat stomach. Not when I was a young girl doing PE, rounders, running, hockey, netball, swimming; not when I went to … Should women have a flat stomach?