Co-written by Ellen Rushmer and Priya Tew Sugar: What do you think of when you see that word? For many people I work with the phrases are “sugar is bad for you” ” You shouldn’t eat it”. Sugar has got itself a really bad rep and has been vilified. But does this mean we need […]
The Water Diet
Just when you think diet trends cannot get any crazier something like this comes along. Some unqualified (in nutrition) instagram influencers are suggesting we should not be drinking water, due to the toxins and chemicals in it and to give your kidneys a rest. Yes, you read that correctly. They are suggesting you drink “living […]
Breakfast: Why should you have it?
If you regularly skip breakfast, then your body is going 18 hours without food, that’s if you last ate at dinner the day before. Think about how you would feel if you fasted for 18 hrs in the daytime? It makes sense that you need to eat after a nights sleep, a time when your […]
Are sweeteners safe?
I’ve been asked about this a lot recently so here’s a summary for you. 💊 Whilst sweeteners have had some bad press, this has all been thoroughly reviewed and they have been passed as safe. As with many things the research suggesting health concerns is often not high grade. 🐀 Animal studies or observational […]
A focus on Iodine in the UK diet.
What does it do and why do we need it? Iodine is a mineral that you need to get from your diet. Iodine is used to produce thyroid hormones. (The thyroid is a gland in your neck responsible for growth, development and metabolism). In pregnancy, iodine is particularly important for the brain development of the […]
Top foods to reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Today is termed Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year! The winter months can definitely be times when we all feel a little lower mood and energy levels. Nutrition can play a key role in helping to keep you energised. Skipping meals or not eating regularly can leave you feeling fatigued. Your body […]
Why meal skipping doesn’t work.
You are not alone if you try to kickstart weight loss by skipping breakfast and lunch, but by the end of the day you have a big meal, and you’re not seeing the pounds come off. It’s not your lack of willpower making you give in and reach for the carbs – it’s your body’s […]
What about going Keto? Joint post with Ellen Rushmer The ketogenic diet is a extremely low carbohydrate diet, very high fat diet. The theory is when you heavily restrict carbohydrate intake, your metabolism switches from burning glucose (carbs) to burning fat stores (ketone bodies). Our bodies have a preferred fuel they like to run off […]
Myth Busting- Alkaline Diets
It’s been said that this diet is a way to improve health by eating foods that effect the pH balance in the body. Claims in the media say it can cure cancer, reverse obesity, rebuild your tissue, give abounding energy and mental clarity. But is this true? I think we all know the media can […]
Embracing the 12 Days of Christmas feasting in a balanced way.
Thanks to Naomi Leppitt for her help with this jointly written post. Christmas IS a time for FEASTING and enjoying the pleasures of food and drink, so this post is not meant to be anti-enjoyment but instead here to offer some balance for those who struggle with all the rich food. Find your Christmas Calm […]