With all the symptoms that the perimenopause can bring, brain fog or memory lapses can be the most frightening. This can range from ‘where did I leave my keys?’ to forgetting conversations or appointments. While this is a real occurrence during the perimenopause, for...
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Signs to look out for as you move through your 40s
First it started with shorter cycles. I didn't pay too much attention at first, I could have the odd cycle longer or shorter than normal. But then I noticed I was way more irritable than was warranted, and my breasts felt as they did when I was pregnant (except I...
The daily practices that help me have more energy – no matter what happens
Is your energy just not quite where you need it? Maybe you’re waking up tired before the days even begun, you’re crashing mid-afternoon or you’re snappy with those around you? If this sounds like you then read on! I’m going to share the non-negotiable practices within...
”Why am I so tired?” Common reasons for fatigue in women
"Why am I tired all the time?" As women we can be pulled in several directions in any given day. From being a supportive partner, working full time, keeping up with friends, and, for some, being a mother on top of all that it can begin to take its toll. We have a...
Nutritional benefits of seafood – all the more reason to include it in your summer nutrition plans
Check out the benefits of including seafood in your diet 1- high in protein 2- low in fat 3- contains omega 3 4- high in selenium 5- high in iodine 5 great reasons to include seafood in your shopping list on a weekly basis ! ...
Our second tip for long term weight management
Be prepared to change eating habits for good Be proactive in finding healthy foods you enjoy; systematically try new vegetables, fruits and other foods. Rapid weight loss nearly always rebounds; go for gradual, sustained loss over...
GREAT RESULTS WITH OUR WEIGHT LOSS COMPETITION WINNER
GREAT RESULTS WITH OUR WEIGHT LOSS COMPETITION WINNER - 7 lbs loss - 2.5% fat loss - 5 yrs off metabolic age! - 3" loss on waist - 3" loss on hips - BMI down by 1 point too And this over a period of 6 weeks which included Christmas! Client is a vegetarian and is now...
12 Healthy Habits For The New Year
Looking at habits can be a gentle, more sustainable approach compared to extreme diets, detoxes and concoctions that will start to surface in the coming weeks. So we hope you enjoy the twist. Here’s the 12 healthy habits countdown… 12 Healthy Habits 1 hour...
Benefits of eggs in your diet
Did you know that eggs contain calcium, iron, magnesium , phosphorus, potassium and zinc ? They also contain the antioxidant compounds called lutein and zeaxanthin that have been shown to be beneficial in eye health by reducing age related macular degeneration...
check out Rory O Connells book – three course meals arranged seasonally
Balance is everything when it comes to composing a menu and healthy eating, here are some clever ideas for your menu planning this summer
High histamine level foods
High histamine level foods: Alcohol Pickled or canned foods – sauerkrauts Matured cheeses Smoked meat products – salami, ham, sausages…. Shellfish Beans and pulses – chickpeas, soy beans, peanuts Nuts – walnuts, cashew nuts Chocolates and...
What is a portion of fruit and veg ?
This is a question we often get asked in clinic - see below a visual representation of what a portion of fruit and veg looks like, also full of fibre which your gut will thank you for and contains many vitamins for energy production. So the morale of the story is get...
The Cherry – how it benefits your health
Bursting with vitamins and antioxidants, there are many reasons why cherries are healthy. Not only are they delicious to eat, it turns out that there are plenty of health benefits to snacking on a handful of cherries. Here are 6 incredible and surprising rewards that...