What is the menopause? – The official definition of the menopause is “12 consecutive months without a period” but actually symptoms may have been presenting for up to 10 years prior to this and may…
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The Trouble with ‘Clean Eating’
I’m sure many of you have heard this term, it’s widely used by many people who work in the health and wellness industry. But it is not one you will hear me using. It is…
How to avoid holiday weight gain
You’ve been working hard at reducing that stubborn menopause weight gain but now your holiday is looming and you are worried about completely letting go. If you don’t want to go all in on the…
Summer Mocktail Recipes
Mocktails are great for when you are entertaining and want to offer an adult looking soft drink. However many recipes contain added sugar and are not as great an option as they might at first…
My Top 5 Healthier BBQ Recipes
There’s something about the hot sun, cooking on a BBQ and entertaining friends and family that can’t be beaten. But if you’re stuck in a rut with the usual burgers, sausages and pre-packed selections, you…
How to Stay Hydrated during the Summer
Whether you are going away on holiday or staying in the UK, it’s important to stay on top of your water consumption. Travel, increased physical activity and just playing outside on long, hot days all…
Menopause Brain Fog? Try This
If you’ve found yourself walking into a room and forgetting why you’re there, losing your train of thought mid sentence or putting something down and having no idea where it’s gone… that’s the kind of…
Chickpea & Cashew Butter Cookies
There are plenty of chickpea cookie recipes out there but this is my take on it. They are made with cashew butter and are deliciously moreish. You can use any nut butter you prefer…
Health & Wellness Walks in Brightlingsea
Get out and about in the fresh air with like minded people with the opportunity to discuss your nutrition based questions and queries with me! Suitable for all abilities, no one gets left behind. Walking…
Calories in vs calories out – if only it were that simple!
I’m sometimes faced with the question of why I invest so much time getting individuals to focus on changing the foods they eat rather than calorie counting when they are trying to lose weight. A…