We've heard all about the health benefits of cold therapy, but if that's not your thing, did you know that there's a whole host of benefits associated with heat and red light therapy? Heat therapy has been appreciated for centuries all over the world for its wellbeing benefits. Red light therapy on the other hand is relatively new. It uses the power of infrared energy without heat (or very low levels) to rejuvenate your cells at the mitochondrial level. Harnessing the power of heat and light in your wellness routine can provide a range of advantages to support you and promote healthy ageing. Y ..read more

PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) affects millions of women worldwide, causing a range of distressing symptoms and hormonal imbalances. While conventional medicine primarily focuses on managing symptoms, through a holistic approach that considers how different parts of our bodies are connected, we can identify and address the root causes of PCOS for long-term relief. You can watch the video below or listen to the podcast (episode 131);  What is PCOS? PCOS is a very common condition describing a set of symptoms that can include missing or delayed ovulation, excess androgens (acne ..read more

Are you finding weight loss so much harder as you get older? You've always been able to lose weight if you set your mind to it, right? You go on holiday, put on half a stone, get back and go on that old diet that always used to work a treat. Except that now you're in your 40's or 50's, that old diet just doesn't work any more. You literally have to STARVE to lose any weight, and you probably know that you've just lost fluid and muscle! The minute you look at a piece of cake, that weight's right back on. So what's going on? Why is it so damned difficult to shed the pounds after 40? You can watc ..read more

Did you know that the earth's surface is brimming with free electrons, which have the potential to neutralize harmful free radicals in our bodies? By practicing earthing and grounding, you can tap into this natural source of antioxidants, unlocking a myriad of health benefits that can improve your sleep, reduce stress, and enhance overall wellbeing. You can watch the video below or listen to the podcast (episode 128);  What is Earthing and Grounding? In a nutshell, it's the practice of making direct physical contact with the earth's surface. Almost like the earth is a battery t ..read more

Did you know that if you're a woman and over 50, you're at extra risk of getting an autoimmune condition? Autoimmune conditions occur when your immune system starts to attack and damage your own tissue and organs. And there are over 80 different types, often coming in clusters, meaning if you have one type of autoimmune condition then you might be prone to developing more.  Autoimmune conditions can affect various body systems, including the thyroid (eg Hashimoto's and Graves disease), skin (eg psoriasis), joints (eg Rheumatoid Arthritis), hormones (eg Type 1 Diabetes, endometriosis) and ..read more

Oxytocin is not often a hormone that is much talked about. It’s known generally as the ‘LOVE’ hormone, but has all sorts of benefits for us. It’s a hormone that is released in your brain (in your hypothalamus), then distributed by the pituitary gland to the rest of your brain. It can stimulate emotions of love, trust, connection, empathy, bonding and comfort. It also works with serotonin and dopamine, making these 3 a powerful trio of super happy hormones! You can watch the video below or listen to the podcast (episode 126);  When is oxytocin released? During childbirth it’s m ..read more

It’s an amazing thing your liver – did you know it’s the largest organ in the body, weighing over four pounds? And that is has over 500 jobs to do? And it's working harder than ever. Over the last few decades, it has had to deal with thousands of new chemicals – in the air we breathe, the food we eat, the products we use and the water we drink. Not to mention that nightly glass or two of wine! And when your liver struggles to cope, toxins and waste can get backed up (like a Hoover bag full of dust) and they can get recirculated back into our bloodstream. How does your liver affect your hormone ..read more

Exercise for women over 40 is not something that is often thought of as needing a different approach. But it should be! As you get older, you can't just Blaze, Cyclone or Whirlwind (I made that one up!) like you used to in your 20's and 30's without risk of injury or exhaustion. As you age, your body responds differently to exercise depending on factors like diet, lifestyle, hormone balance, genetics, mobility and general health. In your 40's and beyond, it's not a question of just ‘eat less, move more'! This approach can be counter productive as it can stress your body out instead of nourishi ..read more

What's the link between menopause and sleep? One of the most common complaints from women in our clinic is that they don't sleep well. Well, they're not alone. According to this US study 56% of women over 40 are getting less than the seven hours of sleep per night that experts deem restful and healthy! Not only does good sleep make us feel better generally, it's also vital for long term health. But you knew that right? That's why it's so frustrating if you can't sleep! And that increased anxiety just makes everything worse. The good news is that we can do something about it! Watch th ..read more

Collagen is having a moment in the spotlight right now. You're probably bombarded with adverts and articles about the benefits of taking it, especially for your skin, hair and nails. But is it something you need to be adding to your supplement cupboard? You can watch the video or listen to the podcast (episode 118) What is Collagen? Collagen is a type of protein that pretty much holds our bodies together! It's like the glue of our connective tissue, strengthening our skin, hair, tendons, nails, cartilage, teeth, muscles and bone. And even the lining of our gut and blood vessels. When you eat ..read more