For optimal physical and mental health
For optimal physical and mental health
Research shows that the gut microbiome helps regulate neurotransmitters, influences inflammation and communicates directly with the brain via the vagus nerve. This bidirectional link means that disturbances in the gut …
The days leading up to a period can be tough. Common struggles at this time include bloating, fatigue, irritability, headaches, food cravings or that general sense of being unwell. For …
You’ve visited your GP and they have run the tests. Maybe more than once. You’ve been told everything looks fine, but you still don’t feel well. You’re tired all the …
If you are in the thick of peri-menopause or have started HRT but are still struggling with symptoms then the DUTCH Complete test could provide you with valuable information. The …
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been through the wringer with dieting, food and your body. Maybe you’ve tried every eating plan under the sun, watched friends lose weight …
Waking up in the morning and urgently needing to get to the loo is not uncommon. Or maybe there’s a little less urgency but your first bowel movement is always …
Lipoedema is a poorly understood condition that mainly affects women. It’s marked by the disproportionate build-up of fat in the legs, hips and sometimes the arms. This is usually accompanied …
Up to half of people with anorexia nervosa also meet the criteria for an autism diagnosis. According to research conducted at the Institute of Psychiatry, the place where I began …
Among individuals who present with persistent psychological and neurological complaints standard diagnostic investigations can yield inconclusive or normal results. In such instances, functional testing can reveal biochemical irregularities that are …
IBS and Anxiety: The Gut-Brain Connection Explained
Over 60% of people with IBS also struggle with anxiety or depression. Learn how poor digestion, nutrient deficiencies and gut imbalance affect your mood — and what functional nutrition can do to help.