NatureDoc’s Dr Liz Giles’ (BA, MA (Cantab), MBChB, MRCOphth, GDipION) explains in this interview with ION how nutrition wasn’t a major feature of her medical training; but it became a key part of her practice. Her interest in diet and health led her to a new career in healthcare after studying ION’s Graduate Diploma in […] The post Five minutes with NatureDoc’s Dr Liz Giles appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more

We can probably all agree that chocolate is absolutely delicious. But do you sometimes feel a bit guilty about eating it? The great news is that you really shouldn’t feel guilty! Chocolate can be a fabulous part of a healthy diet; just use moderation and watch out for the type of chocolate you choose to […] The post Chocolate, the health food – How to enjoy chocolate guilt-free appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more

This delicious chocolate cake is perfect for a family celebration, but so easy to bake you could have it at tea time any day.  And no one would ever guess the secret hidden ingredient… courgette! The courgette helps to create an irresistible texture, whilst the tangy raspberries make a pretty pink icing that perfectly complements […] The post Chocolate and Raspberry Celebration Cake appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more

Zesty, chewy and moreish, these little cupcakes will be a total winner for your entire family. Hand these cupcakes out to waiting hands and get them to guess the secret ingredient! Cauliflower is a fabulous veg to add to cakes as it gives a moistness and a great soft texture.  Trust me, the lovely orange […] The post Citrus Cauli Cupcakes appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more

Are you struggling with frustrating symptoms like rapid weight gain, stubborn acne and hair growing in places you’d rather it didn’t? Do you rarely get your period and experience unpredictable mood swings? If so, you could be dealing with a hormonal and metabolic disorder called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). But don’t despair! With the right […] The post Polycystic ovary syndrome? You can take back control of your health appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more

This week SheerLuxe published their Wellness Toolkit for ADHD and I was so thrilled to be headlining it! As someone with ADHD or a parent of a child with ADHD, you may have first hand experience of how vital nutrition is for maintaining optimal physical and mental health, particularly for nourishing the ADHD mind. Diet […] The post From Nutrition To Therapy: ​​​​​​​A Wellness Toolkit For ADHD appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more

Warm, salty, and totally delicious, this rosemary and sundried tomato focaccia is the perfect savoury treat for any occasion. Soft, golden and fluffy, it is grain-free and made with chickpea flour. It is a doddle to whip up and totally delicious. It doesn’t require kneading and it is so satisfying and quick to make. Simply […] The post Rosemary & Sundried Tomato Chickpea Focaccia appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more

These flourless pancakes are lightly spiced with garam masala and made with lentils. They are brilliantly rich in protein and fibre, as well as key nutrients including folate, iron, calcium, zinc and magnesium. Lentils are a powerhouse of nutrition! They are inspired from the dosas we loved when my husband and I lived in South […] The post Spiced Red Lentil Pancakes appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more

Do you or your child need to wear headphones when you are in noisy places? Do hand dryers, fire alarms, hoovers and lawn mowers really bother you? Do you calm right down when you listen to white noise instead? While the causes of noise sensitivity are complex and multifaceted, research is emerging that low levels […] The post Calm the noise: The magic of Magnesium and Vitamin B6 in sound sensitivity appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more

Light and super soft, you would never know that these cloud-like chocolate chip cookies are made from chickpea flour! This cookie recipe makes a scrumptious family treat, and it is the easiest recipe to bake. Pack these cloud cookies into your kids’ lunchboxes and they also make a perfect after-school snack or goodies for weekend […] The post Choc Chick Cloud Cookies appeared first on NatureDoc ..read more