What you need to know about methylation
What is methylation? Although it sounds complex, it’s actually a simple but essential chemical process that is happening constantly in your body. Methylation involves adding a 'methyl group' onto other chemical compounds which then allows the body to do most of
Confused about supplements?
You may have watched the recent Horizon programme that investigated whether supplements are unnecessary or even dangerous. In fact, there's plenty of evidence to the contrary that very much supports the use of supplements. However, supplements can potentially be unsafe if you
Thinking of going vegan?
Ethical and environmental considerations aside, I think a vegan diet can also be beneficial from a health perspective, provided you know what you're doing. However, it doesn't suit everyone and you need to be clued up so that you get
Not Chicken Soup – Anna Jones
I love this recipe from The Modern Cooks Year by Anna Jones and I make it a lot. It always feels comforting and restorative and is particularly great if you're under the weather, had a bad day or fighting off
Depression and what could help
As a Nutritional Therapist and Wellbeing Coach, I would estimate around 60% of the people I see have, or have had in the past, some degree of depression. Over the years I have been practicing, I would say this figure
What is Lifestyle Medicine?
Lifestyle medicine seems to be the new buzzword, mainly due to Dr Rangnan Chattergee and his TV series and his book 'The 4 Pillar Plan'. Lifestyle Medicine is defined as: "prevention and treatment of disorders caused by lifestyle factors such as
Realistic Nutrition
Realistic nutrition should mean a diet of delicious and nutritious food, containing ingredients that you actually enjoy eating! Realistic nutrition is achievable nutrition. Everyone’s version of ‘realistic nutrition’ and how they achieve it will be different – some people are incredibly
The Sensitivity Gene
(and its link to ME, Chronic Fatigue and Fibromylgia) It has been discovered that a newly identified gene predisposes 15-20% of the population to fatigue related conditions due to a heightened reaction to stress. Elaine Wilkins from The Chrysalis Effect, a pioneering
Warming Winter Turmeric Latte
On a recent visit to Deliciously Ella's cafe, The Mae Deli, I tried the most delicious Turmeric Latte. It ticked so many boxes - it was warming, comforting, reviving and healthy too. Known as the 'Queen of Spices', turmeric has so
Could you have an undiagnosed thyroid condition?
Amongst the various medical issues on the rise, thyroid conditions are amongst the top few. One cause could be a lack of good nutrition, sometimes due to lack of nutrients in the soil. It’s now thought as many as one