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 saying they're looking for help from a dietician, assuming
7 items a nutritional therapist has in their basket
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.
5 Tips for Better Sleep
5 tips for better sleep may sound too good to be true - after all, we all know how important sleep is and also, for some of us, just how elusive it can sometimes be. I see a lot of
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 avocado; protein from the feta and
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, stress and lifestyle factors. These issues can
How to address low mood with nutritional therapy and coaching
How to address low mood with nutritional therapy and coaching. I have seen the prevalence of low mood rise in my practice over the past few years, so I've chosen to specialise in this important area. I also specialise in
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 developing type 2 diabetes. Diabetes in
Mango, avocado, feta and chickpea super salad
This is my winter super salad - we need a little vibrancy and freshness at this time of year though, of course, this would be equally good as a summer salad. It's very easy to make which makes it perfect if
Health and wellbeing during bereavement
When someone you love dies, your whole world can be turned upside down and you may even question everything you formerly believed in. What seemed important before your loss may no longer feel like a priority. This may include looking