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...
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...
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 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...
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...
Homemade Gluten Free Granola 200 grams of millet flakes or quinoa (or both) 50 grams desiccated coconut 50 grams each chopped pecans / almonds / brazil nuts 4 - 6 heaped tablespoons pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 – 6 tablespoons of...
Getting into the right frame of mind A positive mind-body connection is very important to fertility. Negative thoughts, emotions and behaviours can lead to increased anxiety and depression. High stress levels have an impact on hormones. Remove your stress triggers...
The health benefits of superfoods seem too good to be true, but are they? Kate Quilton from Channel 4 finds out which are worth shelling out for, and reveals how much misleading information is out there. Well worth checking out
This urine colour chart is a simple tool that can be used to assess if there you have sufficient fluid intake throughout the day. If your urine matches the colours numbered 1, 2, or 3 you are hydrated. If your urine matches the colours numbered 4 -8, the client is...
Ingredients: 1 bunch watercress 2 avocadoes 2 firm ripe pears Juice of half a lemon 50g/2oz walnuts 2 Tbs olive oil Pepper and sea saltMethod: Wash, dry and trim the watercress; arrange it on a large plate On top put alternate slices of avocado and pear Sprinkle on...
Our brains are biologically driven to seek and devour high-calorie, fatty foods. The difference is that I have learned how to control those primitive parts of my brain. Anyone can do this if they know how. In this article, I will share three steps to help you...
Our thanks to Noreen in the Presentation College Carlow for inviting The Nutrition Clinic to speak to their students about food for the brain and how they can add additional nutritious meals to their day to enhance brain function .
Mediterranean fish stew: Serves 2 – low GL Ingredients: - 2 tablespoons of olive oil - 2 onions, finely chopped - 3 crushed cloves of garlic - 1 tin of tomatoes - 1 tablespoon of tomato puree - 1 tablespoon of paprika - 35 grams of plain flour - salt & pepper -...