What is a naturopath? And why choose to see one?
I often meet someone in practice for the first time and they say, ‘I have no idea what a naturopath is! I’m just here because my wife/friend/workmate/brother etc. told me I must come.’ And while I love hearing this, I thought it might be worth answering this question for those people who too might be wondering?
The fog of menopause
Many of us don’t make the connection between forgetfulness and perimenopause, instead blaming it on the stress of juggling work/life/family. Your brain is home to lots of oestrogen receptors so when hormone levels dip during perimenopause, your memory, concentration and ability to think clearly can be affected.
Why women lose strength as they age - and what you can do about it.
Training for your summer body? Hell no, we’re training for our old lady body. Dense bones. Strong muscles. A healthy heart. Good balance. Functional independence.
Is Intermittent Fasting Beneficial for Women?
Sure, intermittent fasting may be popular. And maybe your brother or your boyfriend or your husband or even your dad has found it works really well for them. But women are different than men, and our bodies have different needs. The most important thing to do when considering a new diet is to ask yourself, is this diet right for you as an individual – particularly as a woman.
Everything you need to know about soy and phytoestrogens.
Your guide to harnessing the powers of plant hormones for menopause and the answer to the controversial question of whether it’s safe to eat soy.
Your menopause, your way.
For sure, menopause is a time of change, and making it a positive time of change is not down to luck. It’s about preparing with good nutrition and lifestyle habits that starts in your early forties. Yes forties!
5 steps to improving your PCOS naturally.
If you have been diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome you might be wondering, but what can I do about it? A whole lot!
Unsure if you have PCOS? Here’s how to find out.
PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is one of the most common hormonal conditions in women of a reproductive age, believed to affect up to 15% of the female population. If you have an irregular menstrual cycle or no period at all or have symptoms of androgen excess then here’s how to find out if you have PCOS.
Why ‘sugar free’ foods could actually be causing us to gain weight.
If you pick up any product labelled ‘sugar free’, ‘reduced sugar’ or ‘low calorie’, it’s almost certain to contain artificial sweeteners, but could artificial sweeteners actually be causing us to gain weight?
The power of tiny habits.
Good health is the product of daily habits, not a once in a lifetime transformation. Too often we convince ourselves that having massive success requires massive action. But the difference a tiny improvement can make over time is astounding. If you can change your habits, you can change your health. Here’s some of ours…
Wonder what flaxseeds could do for your PCOS?
Flaxseeds are a powerhouse of a food, rich in several biologically active compounds as well as being a great source of both soluble and insoluble fibre. This recent study from 2020 was the first to explore the effects of freshly ground flaxseed powder on blood sugar management, BMI, cholesterol markers, inflammatory markers, and androgen profiles in women with PCOS.