Beating the winter blues
It’s that time of year again…the winter blues, otherwise know as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), which can affect people who have normal mental health and moods through most of the year. It’s a common story that as the days get shorter and greyer,...
Endometriosis nutritional therapy
Endometriosis is a reproductive disorder, where endometrial cells which are usually found in the lining of the womb, implant themselves elsewhere in the body. During your monthly, your hormones fluctuate, which stimulates these endometrial cells to grow, and then...
9 strategies for effective natural detoxification
Natural detoxification: not just a fad. At this time of year, there is a lot of media attention on detoxification, and much of it is negative. The word has become associated with fad diets, strict juice cleanses, and general deprivation. However, it could, in fact, be...
Nutritional approaches to managing endometriosis
In my recent article Understanding Endometriosis, we explore how endometriosis develops. Now let’s take a look at your risk factors, and nutritional approaches to managing endometriosis. We know that your risk of endometriosis is increased with family...
Bottled water vs tap water; What should we drink?
As I am sure you are aware, it is of vital importance to drink plenty of fluid throughout the day to keep you hydrated. Water is important for many processes, including the transport of nutrients around the body, excretion of waste products, and helping your mind to...
IBS Nutrition Case Study
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common conditions clients come to see me for – seeking relief from symptoms such as constipation, pain, diarrhoea, wind, bloating and headaches. In this IBS case-study, I aim to show you how IBS can present, and...
Food intolerance-what you need to know
The terms ‘food intolerance’ and ‘food allergy’ are often confused and are two very different things. This article explains what you need to know about food intolerance, including how they develop and what testing options are available. The difference between food...
Better digestion guide (part 1): Causes of gastrointestinal distress
Digestive health. When I started in clinical practice, I was staggered by the number of people who suffered from gastrointestinal distress. In fact, digestive complaints, in both adults and children, are amongst the most common reasons for individuals seeking medical...
