The link between vitamin D, obesity and depression.
It is only within the last five years that we have started to understand just how important vitamin D is for preventing and treating chronic diseases. Vitamin D is actually …
Fermented foods for gut health.
Fermented foods have been around for thousands of years. They contain beneficial bacteria that can help to keep our gut microbiome balanced. It was through the use of fermented foods …
Why do I feel tired all the time?
The most common problem clients mention in my nutrition clinic is feeling ‘tired all the time’. GP’s hear it too. Beyond running a full blood test to look for possible causes …
The main cause cause of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Low levels of vitamin D is the main driver behind the development of SAD. We get very little vitamin D from food, sunlight is our main source. Vitamin D is …
Using Organic Acid Testing to identify influences on anxiety.
An Organic Acid Test (OAT) measures by-products of cellular metabolism in a urine sample. These metabolites give us an insight into different processes in our body. These metabolites can give us …
Why does heartburn or GERD get worse in winter?
As the darker days draw in some people find their symptoms of GERD and acid reflux worsen. If this happens to you it is worth finding out if you have …
Quick guide: Understanding your child’s fussy eating.
When a child refuses to to eat or will only eat a limited selection of foods they are usually labelled ‘fussy’. There are three main reasons that a child is …
Am I deficient in nutrients?
It can be tricky to identify nutrient deficiencies because it’s not just about what we eat on a day to day basis. It’s about our genetic make-up, our mother’s nutrient …
Struggling to lose weight? Here’s why.
In clinic I see five reasons why people struggle to lose weight and none of them are about eating too many calories or not exercising enough. The theory of laziness …
Why do I have loose stools?
Loose stools can be temporary; often due to an infection, irritation or during or after a course of antibiotics. Occasionally loose stools become a constant feature leading to discomfort, uncertainty …