Give Your Liver Some TLC
The liver is a unique and often underrated organ. It works tirelessly for us, performing a multitude of tasks, 24/7. And yet, we treat it rather badly, not least because it never complains. The liver suffers in silence, and by the time we experience symptoms, the...
Tips for a Happy Healthy Menopause
The perimenopause is a challenging time for most women. The hormonal upheaval during this transition manifests itself in different ways, and every woman’s experience is different. If the symptoms of perimenopause are unpredictable, so is its duration. For most women,...
Healthy Food for Healthy Eyes
The older we get, the poorer our vision. But age is only part of the story – a healthy diet and lifestyle is a crucial factor, too. We can prevent eye problems by eating foods rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Super Local Food
As consumers in an industrialised country, we are fortunate. Our supermarkets are always full of food, regardless of the season. Not only that, but we can also buy any kind of food at any time. Strawberries in January? No problem. Green beans in March? Of course. Our...
Get More From Your Meals: How Mindful Eating Improves Digestion
We’re all guilty of occasional mindless eating - sometimes, there just isn’t time, and we’ve got to grab something on the go. A croissant here, a sandwich there, munched while waiting for the bus or in the car on the way to work. At other times, food goes into our...
Male-Pattern Baldness
The most common hormonal abnormality in women of reproductive age is polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), affecting as much as 10% of young women. One sign of PCOS is male-pattern baldness, along with obesity, acne and excessive hair on the face, chest, back and...
The Silent Epidemic – Suicide in Men
Our focus this month has been mens health, and, so far, issues that affect men over the age of 50. In younger men the shocking truth is that the most common cause of death for men under 50 - and tragically teenagers and boys - is suicide. Although more women than men...
Men and Health
We have been working as nutritional therapists for 11 years now. Over the years we have seen hundreds of people in clinic and couldn’t help but notice that very few of our clients are male. Is this, we wondered, because men feel more comfortable seeing a male...
Good Mood Food
At first glance, it may seem unlikely that your diet would affect your mental health, and yet it is not that far-fetched if you think about it on a chemical level. Our brain needs chemicals (i.e. nutrients) for structural as well as functional purposes and where would...
A Guide to Omega-3 Fats
A Guide to Omega-3 Fats When there is talk about fats, omega-3 fats get a lot of press. They seem to be the main reason for us to eat fish. “Omega-3” is sometimes printed on egg cartons. You can buy them as supplements. But what’s so special about them? How are they...
Give Your Liver Some TLC
The liver is a unique and often underrated organ. It works tirelessly for us, performing a multitude of tasks, 24/7. And yet, we treat it rather badly, not least because it never complains. The liver suffers in silence, and by the time we experience symptoms, the...