We know that fibre should be an integral part of our diet. It has a multitude of health benefits which include lowering cholesterol, stabilising blood sugar levels, feeding gut bacteria, eliminating toxins and even preventing obesity. But in our fast paced society, it’s not always easy to meet the recommended requirements. On the contrary, too […]
As the summer draws to a close, I can feel the first signs of autumn in the air. We managed to soak up some final doses of vitamin D cycling along the Grand Union Canal in the glorious bank holiday sunshine. Despite the heat, the dapples of shade and flat paths made it a wonderful way to […]
The New Year is a great time for a new challenge. But, we often make the mistake of setting too many goals that are hard to maintain. It’s only February and we celebrate our good work by slipping back into those bad habits. So, to keep the momentum going, my advice this year is to […]
It’s hard to escape media warnings about the dangers of excessive alcohol on our health. You may have decided to join in with the nationwide campaign to Go Sober for October. We all know alcohol puts a strain on our liver. But, what does that actually mean? The problem in our society is that there’s always […]
What an amazing summer we’ve had! Aside from the cooler days during August, it was such a treat to spend so many warm evenings outside without a jumper. The glorious sunshine continues, but I can certainly feel autumn in the air. If you have children, the new school term can bring a mix of emotions. […]
You’ve most likely heard of inflammation, but do you know exactly what it is? Well, it’s such an integral part of your body’s immune response, that it is associated with almost every health condition. In a nutshell, it’s the process your body uses to heal after an injury or to fight against viruses or bacteria. […]
It’s officially the holiday season! Many of us spend the pre-holiday months eating well and exercising to look and feel our very best, only to try everything tempting in sight once we’re away. We are human. If you’re holidaying in the UK this year, it wouldn’t be complete without fish and chips on the beach […]
If you’ve been to see me for Kinesiology you’ll know that it works. You will have experienced this extremely clever holistic therapy, which identifies the root cause of your issue and targets it head on to bring you back to good health. But I thought it might be useful to explain, in simple terms, how […]
Did you know that every cell in our body needs magnesium to function? Without it, we could not produce energy and our muscles would be in a permanent state of contraction. It is essential for strong bones, good teeth, balanced hormones, maintaining normal blood pressure, regulating cholesterol production and healthy nervous and cardiovascular systems. This […]
The summer holidays seem to have flown by, and as we start a new school year, now is the perfect time to set some family goals; and these start with you! For many of you, the holiday season has been a welcome break from the daily morning rush to school. The first week back might […]
