Bring back your period: nutrition and carbs that really work
If your period has disappeared since you’ve been eating very “clean” or following a ketogenic diet, this article is for you. Is not having a period really a problem? Yes, because ovulation isn’t just about making babies. It’s how women produce hormones, particularly progesterone – your calming, protective hormone. When you aren’t ovulating, progesterone and […]
Could gluten be behind your symptoms?
Many people remove gluten from their diet hoping their gut symptoms will improve. For some, this may not change anything at all and can lead to a more restricted, less happy diet. But for others, this can make a meaningful difference. How do you know whether gluten is affecting you? This article explores some of […]
Cholesterol: the mother of all hormones
Most women are told their rising cholesterol is a problem to fix. But what if your body is actually doing exactly what it should? As a nutritional therapist and naturopath, I want to share what the research really shows about cholesterol and women’s hormones – because the full picture is rarely told, and it changes everything.
What alcohol is really doing to your hormones – and how to drink less
Most women know that alcohol is not great for their health. But the full picture – what it does to your hormones, your mood, your sleep and your long-term cognitive health – is rarely told honestly or completely. As a nutritional therapist and naturopath, here is what I see in clinic, what the research actually shows, and ten practical strategies that genuinely work.
Motherhood and cellulite – modelling a positive body image to our children
Returning from a family holiday in Spain, where we spent long days on the beach in and out of the sea, I came across a blog post by Jessica that stopped me in my tracks. She was writing to all the women who sit on the sidelines: feet barely dipped in the water, sheltering behind […]
The Science Behind Seasonal Eating
Modern transport, storage and distribution methods have transformed our eating habits, as well as our expectations around the availability and choice of food. Many of us grew up at a time when berries were only available during a short seasonal window – yet now, we expect to walk into any supermarket on any day of […]
Encouraging children to love healthy food
Getting children to eat well is one of the most common challenges I hear about from mothers in my practice – and one of the most emotionally loaded. This post shares the strategies I recommend to clients and use at my own table as a mother of three. From understanding why children refuse food to creating a home environment where healthy eating becomes natural.