Are artificial sweeteners as healthy as they are cracked up to be?
You probably already know that sweet things can be pretty addictive and eating and drinking too much sugar can have a range of bad consequences.…
Tag: Mental health
Lifestyle and diet hacks to keep your brain healthy and sharp
When we think about healthy habits, we often just consider habits that affect our physical health, but did you know that healthy habits can keep…
New Year, New Habits
After an indulgent festive period, we often feel ready to make healthy changes to support overall health and well-being. So if like me, you are…
How can vitamin D deficiency affect your mental health?
Most of us are familiar with vitamin D – also known as the ‘sunshine vitamin’ – and its importance for our bones and immunity. But…
Mummy burnout – my top tips to get your mojo back after the school holidays
You’ve been busy with the kids all summer, but now it’s back to work and the school routine. Let’s face it, you’re probably feeling a…
Has Covid turned your brain to mush?
I don’t know about you but many people around me are really struggling with their memory, word recall and concentration; and this has been more…
How To Spot And Heal A Child’s Leaky Gut
Leaky gut will be a new concept to many people, but it is super important to learn about gut permeability if you have a child…
Ultra-processed Foods – Convenience Food is Making Us Sick – Part 2
The second half of my blog on Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs) focuses in more on why these foods are ultra-detrimental to our health, as well as…
My new book – The Good Stuff
The Good Stuff shares over 100 family recipes and ideas for healthy and nourishing food that are yummy and easy to prepare. In my experience as a mum …
How The Inflamed Mind can cause depression
Have you ever been in pain and then realised that you also feel tired, a little withdrawn and your mood has dipped? Has your energy and mood lifted as…