Is soy good or bad for you and is it safe? Is soy good or bad for you and is it safe? So many headlines are written about soy, for example as a saviour for menopausal hot flushes, or does soy protect or cause breast cancer and is eating soy safe with breast cancer? But unpick the evidence and the truth about soya is a lot more nuanced. What are phytoestrogens? Phytoestrogens are plant derived compounds, that have a similar structure to the human hormone estrogen, and similar but weaker activity. They are found in foods and in a more concentrated form in supplements. Phytoestrogens supplements ..read more

What are the health benefits of omega 3 fatty acids? Can omega 3 really improve your brain health, reduce your cholesterol and help your general heart health? What is the evidence and does it matter if you choose to supplement instead of eating sufficient omega 3 in your diet? What Are Omega Fatty Acids? There are two types of fats or fatty acids that are essential and can’t be produced in our bodies. These are omega 3 and omega 6. Omega 3 can be broken down into three main forms: alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Where Are Omega Fatty Aci ..read more

Unsure what is gestational diabetes or more properly gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is? Looking to understand how you can help with changes to your diet? Read on to find out how to find the answers, learn practical tips for improving your diet, how to reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and how to improve your sugar levels with food. What is Gestational Diabetes Mellitus? GDM is high blood sugar (glucose) that develops during pregnancy and for most women, gets better after giving birth. Less that 1 in 5 women are affected by GDM. While it can happen at any stage of pregnancy, i ..read more

While cod liver oil might have gone out of fashion, omega 3 supplements, marine algae and krill oil are certainly popular now. Confused about how they differ and if you should be taking a supplement? What are the benefits of cod liver oil? Is fish oil better than cod liver oil? Or is krill oil better than fish oil? How do you choose between krill oil versus fish oil versus cod liver oil versus marine algae? And what about the whole food effect of oily fish? Read on to find out all you need to know about omega fatty acids and supplementation. What Are Omega Fatty Acids? There are two types of f ..read more

Are you struggling with rosacea, and curious to know about how nutrition impacts acne? Read my guide to all you need to know about diet and rosacea to find out the latest science backed information. Find out the food triggers of rosacea and how the gut microbiota may play a role. What is Rosacea? Rosacea is a long-term skin condition, that affects women more than men, and is more obvious with lighter skin colour. It can affect up to 15% of certain populations, with an increased prevalence in fair-skinned individuals of European descent (1). The first signs of rosacea are: An intermittent redn ..read more

Do you have joint pain? Curious if what your diet can affect your arthritis? Unsure which supplements can help with arthritis, and if so which have scientific evidence behind them? Can curcumin help with arthritis and if so how much do you need? Wondering if there are any triggers, and what not to eat if you have arthritis? Read on to find out what diet you should eat if you have osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Arthritis Arthritis is inflammation of the joints causing pain and reduction of mobility (NHS website) There are two main groups; firstly, ‘wear and tear’ called osteoarthritis ..read more

Meal plans are a great way to cut down waste, make shopping for food quicker and easier, and help you to stick to healthy choices. But where do you start? What makes a healthy meal plan for the week, and how do you know what to include? How do you create one that fits your nutrient needs? Read on to learn how to create a healthy meal plan for you and download your free nutrient guides. Firstly, there is no healthy meal plan that works for everyone. At different stages of your life, you will need different levels of nutrients, but there are some general principles that you can follow, and then ..read more

Are you or a relative suffering from irritable bowel syndrome? Maybe you are looking for more information about symptoms, or how to change your diet, or about the Low FODMAP diet. Read on to find out my 7 practical tips to help with irritable bowel syndrome, when to seek medical help, and about the FODMAP diet. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects up to 20% of adults, with a variety of symptoms that vary for person to person. The main symptoms are: Abdominal pain or discomfort which is relieved by going to the toilet, or a change in bowel habit Bloating Change in bo ..read more

If feels like every week there is another headline about a lifesaving or killer food. With so much conflicting information, how do you sort the facts from the fiction. Maybe you would like to feel confident about food choices to improve your long-term health, or lose some weight. Perhaps you are a nutrition coach or a family doctor looking to help your patients in a more holistic way. Then you might be looking to find the best nutrition and health online video courses and wondering how to choose one. In this article I’ll discuss 9 nutrition health online video courses. Nutrition titles what do ..read more

Maybe you are feeling a bit unhealthy, or have gained some weight, or are considering getting back in shape. Are you trying to choose a diet, but you don’t know where to start? How do you sort the sometimes risky fads, from a sustainable and healthy way to get to your target weight? I’ll talk through the most popular diets, and give you tips on eating for health and weight long-term. Does intermittent fasting help with weight loss? Read on to find out all you need to know about dieting from a doctor and registered nutritionist. How to choose a diet? There are so many diets, how do you choose o ..read more