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Collagen or a Good Cry? What You Might Really Need
Collagen, turmeric, magnesium, omega 3s: when your joints ache, it’s tempting to reach for yet another supplement. But pain is rarely about one thing. Here’s why the nutritional basics, movement you actually enjoy and a nervous system that feels safe may matter more than anything in a capsule.
How much protein should you be eating?
Upping my protein has been a game changer for appetite, mood, energy and muscle. Here's why protein matters and how much you personally need.
Do you need a menopause MOT?
Menopause can bring changes to your body, mood and energy, and it's hard to know where to start. Here's how a menopause MOT can help you get clarity.
Get your metabolism geared for menopause
Menopause messaging is full of doom and gloom. Here are four practical steps to support your metabolism, body composition and energy through menopause.
Fasting for women
Fasting works well for some people and badly for others. Here's what women need to know about the benefits, the risks and the impact on hormones.
HRT and me
I was told to start HRT at 38. Here's my honest experience of the ups and downs, and the takeaways I'd share with anyone considering it.
Feeling tired? Here’s some helpful steps
Tired all the time, even after rest? Here are practical steps to help uncover what's behind your fatigue, from your diet to key blood tests.
Battling a bad gut? Here’s your options
If you have ongoing gut issues, it can be hard to know who to see. Here's a guide to your options, from your GP to nutritional therapy.
What to eat to gain muscle
Muscle matters for every health goal, not just the beach. Here are the nutrition essentials to help you build and maintain muscle.
Seven Essentials For Healthy Ageing
You don't get away with what you did in your twenties. Here are seven essentials to help you age well, from protein to resistance training.
Cardio nutrition essentials: part 2
How often should you eat, and what should you eat before, during and after cardio? Practical fuelling guidance for endurance training.
Protein powders 101
Everything you need to know about protein powders: what they are, whether they're good for you and how to choose a quality option.
What to eat for a better libido
Forget the myths about watermelon and oysters. Here are the nutrition steps that can genuinely support a healthy libido.
Guide to nutritional supplements for perimenopause and menopause
Menopause supplements are heavily marketed. Here's a guide to the ones most likely to help, and how to choose quality products.
6 healthy hormone nutrition essentials
Rather than cutting out dairy, caffeine or meat, start with these six nutrition essentials to support healthy hormones.
Steps to beat the bloat Part 1
Bloating is rarely down to one cause. Here are the first five steps to beat the bloat, starting with what, how and when you eat.
Steps to beat the bloat Part 2
Often it isn't the food but your digestive function. Here's how to support enzymes, stomach acid and motility to ease bloating.
A simple nutrition step to avoid meno weight gain
Menopause doesn't have to mean the menopause middle. Here's the one nutrition step that can make a real difference, plus a high protein menu.
Supplements For Runners
Food comes first for runners, but some targeted supplements can help. Here's what's worth considering for performance and recovery.