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Coping with the loss of a partner
Loss of a partner - a devastating life change Coping with the loss of your spouse or partner is undoubtedly one of the hardest losses to bear and brings so many additional changes that we need to...
What to expect from holistic grief coaching
What to expect from holistic grief coaching sessions: Holistic grief coaching is a little different to conventional bereavement counselling in that it considers all aspects of the grieving process...
Goats cheese, caramelised onions and salsa verde recipe
This goats cheese, caramelised onions and salsa verde recipe is my version of an Anna Jones vegetarian recipe. Most of the ingredients provide several health benefits, especially with my...
What type of grief support do you need?
What type of grief support do you need? Everyone's experience of grief is different and its depth and intensity will depend on many complex factors. So the question 'what kind of grief...
The impact that loneliness can have on your health
The impact that loneliness can have on your health - both mental and physical - may be surprising to many. Loneliness is a growing epidemic in modern society, yet generally receives little...
Holistic grief coaching: a different approach to bereavement
Holistic grief coaching: a different approach to bereavement I recently wrote a post about the difference between nutritional therapists and dieticians because there's often some confusion around...
How to make a natural room spray
How to make a natural room spray is a subject I've been researching lately. So many of the room sprays and candles available contain some nasty chemicals which aren't great for us to inhale and can...
The difference between a nutritional therapist and a dietician
What's the difference between a nutritional therapist and a dietician? Quite a lot actually - but most people don't realise that there's a difference. I'll sometimes get an enquiry from someone...
Looking after yourself if you’re grieving this Christmas
Looking after yourself if you're grieving this Christmas is a subject close to my heart. This blog post focuses on practical self care during the holidays. I'm sure you know that it will help you to...
How trauma impacts mind, body and spirit
Trauma, whether it happened during childhood or more recently, can significantly impact mind, body and spirit. In the course of writing my books, I've read a lot about trauma associated with grief...
5 simple tips to reduce stress
Here I offer 5 simple tips to reduce stress. However, it’s really important to bear in mind that the underlying causes of stress can be complex and what one person considers stressful may not be...
Looking for bereavement support? How I can help
Are you looking for bereavement support that can provide you with a safe space to express your grief? Where you will never feel judged, encouraged to 'move on' or told 'your loved one would want you...
Easy summer berry and lemon cake
This easy summer berry and lemon cake is light and lower in sugar than most cakes. The topping is just fruit and yogurt and you can make it dairy free by using coconut butter and coconut yogurt; and...
7 Foods I Always Keep in My Kitchen as a Nutritional Therapist
I’ve been a nutritional therapist for over 16 years now and I always emphasise that variety is very much key to a healthy diet. That said, there are 7 items I almost always add to my shopping basket.
Healthy Vegan Fajita Bowl with Cashew Cream
This healthy fajita bowl with cashew cream is one of my favourite recipes and you don't need to be vegan to enjoy it! It's adapted from a Deliciously Ella recipe and is packed with nutrients...
Baked feta with ras el hanout and broccoli
This baked feta with ras el hanout and broccoli recipe is based on one from Melissa Hemsley's book 'Eat Green'. I love it so much that I now make on a regular basis! The ras el hanout can be found...
Can stress lead to chronic fatigue?
Can stress lead to chronic fatigue? It now seems to be an accepted part of modern life that we feel stressed, often on a regular and long term basis. The majority of people I see in my practice will...
Vibrant and healthy veggie nachos
'Vibrant and healthy veggie nachos' is my version of a Jamie Oliver recipe. It’s quick and easy, looks fresh and vibrant and tastes delicious! It provides 4 of your 5-a-day; healthy fat from the...
How a certified grief educator can help you
I have recently qualified as a certified grief educator, under the guidance of world renowned grief expert, David Kessler. So, if you're bereaved, how can I help you as a grief educator? Well, I...
Tips for wellbeing and nutrition after loss
In this post I aim to provide a few tips for wellbeing and nutrition after loss. Looking after yourself may not feel like much of a priority after you’ve lost someone important. Your loss may have...
What is the gut-brain connection?
What exactly is the gut-brain connection? The gut-brain axis refers to the millions of physical and chemical connections between the gut and brain. The state of the gut can be affected by poor diet,...
Peach and Chickpea Curry Recipe
This delicious Peach and Chickpea Curry recipe is from 'A Girl Called Jack' by Jack Monroe. I love that it mainly uses store cupboard ingredients, making it perfect for days when you think you have...
5 ways you can support blood sugar balance
Before we look at 5 ways you can support blood sugar balance, let's look at why most people could benefit from improving their awareness of blood sugar balance in order to reduce their chances of...
Finding hope during the grieving process
Finding hope during the grieving process can be a challenge when we're deep in the pit of despair having lost someone so important to us. Yet finding something to propel us forward can keep us going...