Are so-called ‘superfoods’ really super foods? Or just an expensive fad? Well, I like to think of them as little nutrient powerhouses. There is growing evidence that many superfoods have a …
Hormone disrupting chemicals and how to avoid them
I’m not into scaremongering, but the number of chemicals we are exposed to is getting worrying. Our lives today are much more toxic than ever before. According to the US …
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Oestrogen dominance; what you need to know
Oestrogen (or estrogen) dominance is a term used for when we have too much oestrogen (or too little progesterone to balance it out). And it could be the reason for increasing numbers …
11 ways to sleep like a baby
Very few of us are getting a good night’s sleep! I guess its not surprising with the stressful lives we are leading. Getting to sleep, staying asleep and waking up …
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All Hail the Kale! (and an amazing way to eat it)
Move over broccoli, is kale the true king of the veggie world? It’s certainly making its presence felt with superfood accolades aplenty and featuring on all the trendiest restaurant menus. …
9 foods to boost your energy
Do you need an energy boost? Fatigue is such a common complaint in my clinic. How many people do you know that can say they have endless energy all day …
One high fat food you should be eating every day – avocado
So many people avoid the avocado due to it’s high fat and high calorie content. This is such a big mistake. This food is indeed the fattest plant food available, …
Why these 2 healthy seeds are so great for your hormones
Seeds are nutrient dense and great to have in your diet. Two of them are particularly healthy seeds and favourites of mine for keeping your hormones happy – CHIA and …
Is hormonal weight gain getting you down?
Are you suffering from hormonal weight gain? If weight gain is all about eating too much and not doing enough exercise, then how come you can often get away with …
Why coconut oil is a must if you’re over 40
Coconut oil has had a bad rap – yes, it looks like lard and is full of saturated fat. Â HOWEVER it’s the type of fat that is important. Two thirds …