If you’ve done any of my Pilates programmes you’ll have heard me say ‘engage your pelvic floor’ and many of my workouts start with a pelvic floor tilt. Why? Your pelvic floor may or may not be on your radar right now – but childbirth, genetic factors, chronic coughing, ageing and inactivity are among the […]
Find out more ›We’ve all heard the whisper…..indigestion, headache, leg cramp, insomnia, dry skin, backache, neck pain, etc. I could go on and on about how the body whispers soft messages to us. We can ignore them and let the symptoms build until the body screams, or, listen to the whispers and do something about them. Perhaps you […]
Find out more ›The supermarket shelves are filled with silver foiled chocolate Easter eggs. The aroma of hot cross buns smothered in butter drifts in the air from the bakery. Temptations are high and can be hard to resist. Here are my top 5 tips to help you stay in control and enjoy Easter. 1. Start your […]
Find out more ›With the cost of living on the rise and budgets getting tighter, our eating, fitness and wellbeing can suffer as a result. However, there are many ways to save money and still eat healthy, stay active and remain positive. Plan Ahead Plan your meals for the week ahead and make a shopping list. Check […]
Find out more ›Today is International Women’s Day! I want to talk about something that affects every woman – menopause. Around 3.5 million women aged over 50 years are currently in employment in the UK, yet the subject of menopause and menopause-related symptoms remains under-discussed. Menopause can present in a wide range of physical and psychological symptoms, including […]
Find out more ›One day we feel like we’re on top of the world, and the motivation keeps coming. Other days we might find it impossible to motivate ourselves and feel trapped in a spinning wheel. In this blog post I’m sharing a motivation booster, with four ways to trigger your motivation in everyday life. #1 Schedule Your MotivationScheduling […]
Find out more ›There’s lots of information online about weight loss. Some of it is useful, but most of it can be confusing and unsustainable. As a Naturopathic Practitioner, I believe in a balanced and healthy approach to weight loss. How to Lose Weight in 5 Simple Steps 1. Eat less processed foods: Minimise processed foods, eat more […]
Find out more ›There are lots of factors that can contribute to weight gain besides our diet
Find out more ›Most of us wake up, and then get quickly sucked up into the business of each day. However the difference in your day is INCREDIBLE when you start each day with one single, specific “intention.”
Find out more ›Investing in yourself is not selfish. When you invest in yourself and your personal growth, you enhance your life by taking responsibility for your future and happiness. Today, I’m sharing some tips on how you can and should invest in yourself. Have a morning routineHaving a morning routine could help transform your entire day. To […]
Find out more ›In 6 weeks we will be in the Christmas party season. May be you, like many others, have let things slide a little during lockdown lockdown. That’s okay. Now is your opportunity to get in shape, get active and get healthy! Make the next 6 weeks count by following my top tips! 1. IDENTIFY YOUR […]
Find out more ›How to have willpower without the overwhelm. A lack of willpower is the number 1 reason my clients give me when I ask what their main barrier was to making healthy changes to their diet and lifestyle No willpower? Willpower takes effort and brain power. We make around 200 food decisions a day, each of […]
Find out more ›Most of our ageing process indeed happens in our 50s as we go through menopause. You can help yourself by adopting a healthy diet and lifestyle and improving your skincare routine.
Find out more ›As the saying goes... 'The best time to plant a tree is 10 years ago. The second best time is now.' Ladies - if you haven't prepared for the menopause yet - the best time is now!
Find out more ›When fatigue is constant and severe, it can affect your quality of life. However, you can take steps to restore your energy.
Find out more ›Are willpower and self-control the real solution to low energy and high weight? Maybe not. It might be your (powerful) hormones. Hormones directly affect your blood sugar, metabolism and appetite – things that control your energy and weight. Let’s go over a few of the critical links between your hormones and how they affect your […]
Find out more ›Health & Menopause As we age, changes in hormone levels can affect the way that we store fat within our bodies. We begin to store fat around our abdomen instead of our hips, and may find our shape-change from a pear to an apple! It’s well known that those who carry fat around their abdomen […]
Find out more ›It is vital as we go through menopause to understand the changes that happen to our skin so that we can protect it and can care for it. In the first 5 years of menopausal hormone disruption, it is estimated that up to 30% of our skin collagen is lost. Hormones carry messages to the […]
Find out more ›Many people have been working from home during lockdown. Now that restrictions are easing, a return to working in the office may be something on your horizon. As we all know, sitting in front of your computer all day takes a toll on your health and can be taxing on the body as well as the mind, but with a few minor adjustments you can feel much better throughout and at the end of your working day.
Find out more ›Did you know that vitamin D is also called ‘the sunshine vitamin’? When your skin is exposed to sunlight, it makes vitamin D from cholesterol. The sun’s ultraviolet B (UVB) rays hit cholesterol in the skin cells, providing the energy for vitamin D synthesis to occur. It’s also found in certain foods such as fatty fish […]
Find out more ›Are you struggling with your weight? Are you wakening up groggy? Are you getting sick a lot? Are you experiencing brain fog?
Find out more ›If there was ever a reason to improve your digestive health, this is it! Yes, it’s true. Your gut is considered your “second brain.” There have been new scientific discoveries about the vagus nerve and the enteric nervous system. Researchers have found a connection between gut microbes the brain. What exactly is the gut-brain connection? […]
Find out more ›Are you falling asleep at 3 in the afternoon then wide awake when you go to bed at night? Do you suffer from brain fog? Do you struggle with mid section weight gain? Do you feel your nutrition is off track?
Find out more ›After eating do you ever get a burning feeling, feel bloated, uncomfortable or even nauseous? These feelings may be due to indigestion. Below are a few suggestions that can help combat those feelings.
Find out more ›Place the oats, water and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add in the chopped pears and half the almond milk, then stir well.
Find out more ›Tip #1 Decide before you go – The sight and smell of food can make sticking to a plan more difficult, especially if you are hungry. If you’re going out to a restaurant or pub, look at the menu online and decide what you are going to eat in advance and stick to it! Tip […]
Find out more ›Fill the dates with nut butter and cover with the dark chocolate. Place on a chopping board covered with a sheet of baking paper and sprinkle with desiccated coconut (optional).
Find out more ›This month, as I reach my 21st year in business, I am very thankful to the many people who have inspired, encouraged and supported me. I’m delighted that I still have clients who started with me 21 years ago. To celebrate this milestone, the business is getting a bit of a makeover. I hope you love the new logo and colour scheme as much as I do.
Find out more ›Healthy snack packed full of fibre, potassium, magnesium and iron, sweetened only with the natural sweetness of dates.
Find out more ›In this blog I am going to explain how magnesium can help to soothe your mind and body and prepare you for a peaceful night of quality sleep.
Find out more ›Do you love nothing more than your breakfast in the morning? Do you have a few handy breakfasts that you always turn to? Or maybe you don’t eat breakfast at all…and you need a little inspiration? We all know that it’s important to get protein at every meal, protein is great for stabilising your blood […]
Find out more ›Do you feel tired after waking and lack energy during the day? A lack of magnesium will affect your body immediately. As Magnesium is involved in over 600 reactions within our bodies, it has been nicknamed the ‘spark of life’ .
Find out more ›Are you struggling to lose weight despite working out consistently and eating carefully? Were you losing weight until recently but now you’re stuck? Did you used to be super fit but now with the same effort, you can’t seem to get as lean? If this sounds like you, your metabolism could be damaged. What is […]
Find out more ›We all know, that if you are trying to lose weight you need to burn more calories than you take in. If you are trying to decrease your calorie intake, eating more foods that have low levels of calories is a really good place to start. Some research has suggested that eating foods that are low […]
Find out more ›If you are asking this question, chances are you have never tried Pilates. The answer to this question might surprise you, because there are several things to look at before you can answer the question.
Find out more ›Employee wellness programmes are a way to attract top talent, keep them happy and productive, reduce absenteeism and retain top talent. Why not try new ideas and see what your employees value the most. Here are 5 ideas to get you started. ? 1. PROVIDE YOUR EMPLOYEES WITH HEALTHY SNACKS Fruit and healthy snacks help […]
Find out more ›In times of stress, the adrenal glands release cortisol around the body as part of the ‘fight-or-flight’ response. This is important as it prepares our bodies to react to a perceived danger. The problem, however, is that our modern lifestyles with work pressures, smart phones and long hours make it harder to switch off, causing a stress-response in our bodies even when we are not in any danger. This long-term stress can have a detrimental effect on our health.
Find out more ›Stress occurs in us all. It’s natural for our bodies to react to any kind of threat—be it physical, mental, or emotional. We are all so busy all of the time that it is only human to feel stressed every now and then. However, stress becomes more problematic when it starts to effect your day-to-day […]
Find out more ›Are you an 'apple' or 'pear' shape? Are you at risk at risk of blood sugar problems and heart issues? Here's how to find out and what you can do about it.
Find out more ›Here are a few simple steps to follow for a healthier and more realistic way for you to lose those extra pounds.
Find out more ›Do you want to build your core strength, prevent injuries, increase your flexibility, mobility, co-ordination and balance? Or perhaps you are already an active person and you simply want to perform better in your sport?
Find out more ›Cacao Powder is rich in iron & potassium, high in copper & magnesium and loaded with Zinc
Find out more ›Recently I have been reading a lot about Teff flour. It has been dubbed 'Hollywood's New Superfood' and the 'New Quinoa. So I just had to see what all the fuss was about!
Find out more ›Mash bananas in a large bowl, then add the remaining ingredients (apart from the flours) and mix well until smooth. Finally, add the almond and buckwheat flour. Mix well until combined.
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