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Winter Immune Health: Simple Ways to Stay Well When the Days Get Darker
While we often think of immunity as something fixed, our immune system is highly responsive to our environment — sleep, stress, nutrient intake, light exposure, and even the way we breathe all influence how resilient we feel during the colder months.
The Little Amino Acid That Helps You Stay Calm in the Christmas Chaos
Christmas is my favourite time of year, and while it’ beautiful, I think we can all agree it can feel a little unhinged.There’s the joy, the warmth, the sparkle… and the stress, overwhelm, sugar crashes, late nights, and endless to-do lists.It’s a season where your nervous system often feels like it’s running on mince pies and…
Top 10 Nutrients Your Frazzled Nervous System Is Probably Craving
If you’ve felt wired, tired, emotional, or like you’re clinging to control with no capacity left… your nervous system might be waving a white flag.
And while breathwork, rest and boundaries are powerful (and necessary), what you eat also plays a huge role in nervous system resilience.
Here are 10 key nutrients your frazzled system…
Red Light Therapy: The Science of Light for Cellular Health
Inside the mitochondria, red and near-infrared light is absorbed by an enzyme called cytochrome c oxidase. This boosts the efficiency of the electron transport chain, leading to greater production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) – our cellular energy currency. The result? Enhanced energy availability for repair, regeneration, and healthy cellular function.
Why Breath is the Fastest Way to Reset Your Nervous System
Through the breath, you can directly influence your nervous system and bring it back into balance.
“It’s Not All In Your Head — It’s In Your Nervous System”
Why emotional chaos, overwhelm and compulsive eating often stem from dysregulation…. and what you can do to come back into balance.
Why Sleep is So Much More Than Just Rest
Sleep isn’t a passive process or an optional extra. It’s a powerful biological necessity that underpins almost every aspect of our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
Why We Eat When We Don’t Feel Safe: Understanding the Link Between the Nervous System and Food
Food is very grounding and is one of the most accessible forms of self-soothing. In a world that often discourages rest, connection, and emotional expression, food becomes a tool for nervous system regulation.
The Gut–Brain Connection: Why Stress Affects Your Digestion (And What To Do About It)
Your gut has its own complex nervous system, often called the “second brain”, technically known as the enteric nervous system. It contains about 100 million nerve cells woven throughout the walls of your digestive tract.
The Link Between Hypermobility and Gut Health
There’s growing evidence to support what many people with hypermobility have known for years: our joints and our guts are more connected than we once thought.
Gut & Hormones: The Microbiome’s Secret Role in Hormone Balance
The connection between gut health and hormone health is especially important for women experiencing PMS, perimenopause symptoms, or estrogen dominance. If you’ve ever struggled with bloating, mood swings, heavy periods, or fatigue and felt like the usual hormone advice just wasn’t enough, your gut may hold the missing piece.
The Fibre Guide: More Than Just Digestion
Fibre is one of the most powerful tools for nourishing your gut microbiome, supporting immune health, regulating blood sugar, and even balancing hormones. But not all fibre is created equal, and understanding the different types can help you optimise your gut health in a much more strategic way.
Your Gut Has a Circadian Rhythm (And You Might Be Disrupting It)
Your gut has its own internal clock – and when it’s disrupted, it can affect far more than your sleep? Your gut has its own 24-hour schedule, and it’s guided by both your brain and your microbiome…
Creatine – The Unsung Hero for Mental Health
A growing body of research reveals how creatine supplementation may support mental health, particularly in conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD
Nourish Your Mind: How Nutrition and Lifestyle Shape Mental Health
In this post, I detail a few key areas where nutrition and lifestyle act as powerful interventions to support mental wellbeing. From gut health and fibre to blood sugar regulation and the vagus nerve, it’s all connected.
The Cost of Rapid Weight Loss & Ozempic: What You’re Not Being Told
Ozempic means the scale drops, but so can your lean muscle mass – a fact that has serious implications for your metabolism, long-term health, and the quality of weight loss you’re actually looking to achieve.
Understanding Fatigue: Common Causes and Solutions
Fatigue is a common complaint in both clinical practice and daily life. The underlying causes are often overlooked or misunderstood. Feeling low in energy isn’t just about being busy or stressed – it often reflects deeper imbalances in the body that need attention.
Understanding the Circadian Rhythm and Its Impact on Your Health
Understanding the Circadian Rhythm and Its Impact on Your Health Our bodies are designed to run on a 24-hour internal clock known as the circadian rhythm. This natural cycle regulates crucial processes like sleep, hormone production, digestion, and energy levels, aligning them with the day-night cycle. When our circadian rhythm is in sync, it supports…
Staying on Track for the Holidays: A Nutritionist’s Guide to Enjoying the Season Mindfully
Staying on Track for the Holidays: A Nutritionist’s Guide to Enjoying the Season Mindfully The holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and celebration, often centred around indulgent meals and festive treats. While it’s perfectly normal to enjoy your favourite seasonal foods, maintaining balance is key to feeling your best. Here’s how to stay…
Tips on Surviving Halloween with Kids from a Nutritional Therapist
Halloween can be a sugar overload for kids, but it doesn’t have to be! Here are my top tips for helping your little ones enjoy the fun without going overboard on candy. Let’s keep it festive AND healthy! 👻💪 1. Fill Up Before Trick-or-Treating 2. Set Limits Ahead of Time 3. Choose Healthier Treat Alternatives…
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