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BBQs are one of summer's greatest pleasures but they can also be heavy in saturated fats and processed foods. Below are some tips on how to enjoy a BBQ while supporting your health. The Challenge with BBQ Foods Traditionally, BBQs often include processed sausages and...

With longer sunnier days it is easy to assume your Vitamin D levels are topped up and there is not need for supplementation. But this may not always be the case. The Sunshine Vitamin - in theory! Vitamin D is produced in the skin when exposed to sunlight. In summer,...

If you find the summer heat is causing you to feel fatigue, lightheaded or even sluggish then maybe electrolytes might the missing piece in your summer hydration routine. What are Electrolytes Electrolytes are minerals that carry an electrical charge and help regulate...

Sunscreen is a non-negotiable for protecting against premature ageing and skin cancer. However certain chemical UV filters commonly found in conventional sunscreens may be absorbed through the skin and enter the bloodstream. For most people, occasional use is unlikely...

.....THAT DOESN'T MEAN YOU HAVE TO IGNORE THEM! If you are navigating midlife and finding yourself dealing with hot flushes, stubborn weight gain, brain fog or a noticeable dip in confidence, you are certainly not alone. Many women tell me they no longer feel quite...

Why Spring Foods Support Energy & Recovery Fruits and vegetables harvested in season are typically fresher, more nutrient dense and often require fewer preservatives and long storage periods. From a functional nutrition perspective, seasonal foods tend to provide...

Why we laugh and how laughter supports whole body health Laughter is a coordinated response involving the brain, respiratory system, muscles and emotions. When something amuses us, the brain activates emotional and motor pathways that produce rhythmic breathing,...

Understanding Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and Supporting the Body ME is characterised by profound exhaustion that does not improve with rest and is often worsened by physical or mental activity. Researchers believe the condition involves disruptions in energy...

Your joints and your gut might seem like distant relatives but they are actually close collaborators. This connection is often called the Gut–Joint Axis, and it’s gaining attention for its role in inflammation, mobility, and overall wellbeing. What is the Gut-Joint...

Why You are Not failing at Weight Loss Have you ever felt like you are either completely 'on it' with your weight, or totally off track? One week you are motivated, organised and eating well. The next week life gets busy, stress creeps in, routines slip and it feels...