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Mounjaro and weight loss jabs: how to support your health and keep your results
GLP-1s like Mounjaro and Wegovy can be a brilliant tool, but what you do alongside them matters. Drawing on what I see in clinic, here’s how to protect your muscle, bones and nutrient levels, and build the foundations that help your results last.
Nutrition & Lifestyle Thyroid Support
Your thyroid sets the pace for almost every system in the body. Here are the signs to look out for, how to get tested in the UK, the nutrients your thyroid relies on and the food and gut support I use with clients.
MCAS and DAO: Comparing UK Diamine Oxidase Supplements
DAO is the enzyme that breaks down histamine from food. For people with MCAS, taking it before meals can mean fewer reactions, especially when eating out or eating histamine-rich foods. Here’s how it helps, what it can’t do, and how nine UK DAO supplements compare on price and ingredients.
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.
Hormones or Burnout?
So many women come to me convinced their symptoms are all hormones, when burnout is playing a big part. Here's why the two are so easily confused and what can help.
Beyond Hormones: Rethinking Menopause Symptoms in Modern Life
Menopause symptoms seem to be linked to everything if you look online. Here's why I want women to step back from the fear and look at the bigger picture of modern life.
Davina McCall, HRT & Cancer
Davina McCall's breast cancer diagnosis has reignited the HRT debate. Here's my take on the judgement, the research and making the right choice for you.
The Mindful Body Method Launches
The Mindful Body Method is the community I wish I'd had during years of chronic illness and burnout. Here's what it offers and how to join.
Menopause Masterclass: Supplements
When you’re tired and battling multiple symptoms, the appeal of pills and powders is strong. Discover the supplements that will actually make a difference on your menopause journey and get your questions answered.
Do this before expensive hormone tests
Before spending money on hormone tests, it's worth looking at the basics. Here's what has helped me, and many clients, rebalance first.
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.
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.
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.
Phytoestrogens and menopause
Many women turn to phytoestrogens for menopause symptoms. Here's what the research says, the risks and which foods to include.
6 steps to a hormone healthy salad
Six Steps To A Hormone Healthy Salad
Salads are a great way to pack in some nutrients that are beneficial for hormone health. Here’s some simple steps to create tasty salad dishes with ingredients that really nourish your body.
What to eat to build your bones
What to eat to build your bones
I'm supporting lots of clients to build better bone health at the moment. Some have been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia due to medications, menopause or ill health.