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Forage and feast this Autumn
With the weather on the turn, it’s all too easy to retreat indoors which is why having a reason to be in the fresh air and soak up all the goodness nature has to offer is ideal. Just think of all the delicious berries and nuts you can forage before turning them into delicious jams …
Nourish Bowl 101
A nourish bowl is a well-balanced, healthy meal containing a variety of nutrient-dense ingredients (veggies, healthy fats, quality proteins and carbs). They are also known as buddha bowls, macro bowls, bliss bowls, power bowls, etc. No matter what you call them, these bowls are an excellent option for a healthy and easy lunch or dinner. …
Q&A with Dr Kate Burns, GP with a special interest in Menopause from Health & Her
Perimenopause versus Menopause: What’s the difference? A: The term perimenopause refers to the time leading up the menopause. For many women the perimenopause confusingly may start many years- perhaps 5 or 6 years- before their last period occurs. In a study1 of 1000 women in the UK, 70% of participants admitted to experiencing perimenopausal symptoms …
Meal Prepping 101
One of the most powerful steps you can take to improve your health, boost energy levels, and prevent chronic diseases is to meal prep. In this post, I share how to help you get started on your meal prep journey plus an easy template to think about when you’re grocery shopping or planning meals for …
Self-Love List for Summer
The sundresses are coming out from the closets, warm days and barbecues invitations make life more fun, and ice cream is a daily thing. So you know what that means… Summer is here, so use the next few weeks as a bit of a life reset, investing more time in yourself and your personal development. …
Learn to say ‘Enough’
ENOUGH. It is perhaps the biggest thing we can come to terms with when it comes to our individual actions. It’s recognising the ‘too much’ in our lives and letting go of the excess. And I’m not just talking about love. Recognising that you’ve reached your personal threshold of ‘enough’ is the first step in …
Summer Season Produce
June Asparagus, Aubergine, Beetroot, Blackcurrants, Broad Beans, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cherries, Chicory, Chillies, Courgettes, Cucumber, Elderflowers, Gooseberries, Lettuce, Marrow, New Potatoes, Peas, Peppers, Radishes, Raspberries, Redcurrants, Rhubarb, Rocket, Runner Beans, Samphire, Sorrel, Spring Greens, Spring Onions, Strawberries, Summer Squash, Swiss Chard, Tayberries, Turnips, Watercress. July Aubergine, Beetroot, Blackberries, Blackcurrants, Blueberries, Broad Beans, Broccoli, Carrots, Cauliflower, Cherries, …
Plant-Based Sources of Healthy Fats
Fat isn’t a diet enemy – this macronutrient is essential for maintaining good heart health, reducing inflammation, and maintaining optimal body function and you can get all the healthy fats you need from nuts, seeds, and even fruit. What are fats? We can break down all of the foods we eat into three macronutrients – …
Simple ideas to kick start your morning
Leaving yourself ample time to follow a daily wellness routine before leaving for work helps you feel more in control. Set your alarm half an hour early, and you will see the difference in terms of having a happy and relaxed start to the day. Even as you make conscious efforts to wake up early, …