I have some NEW thoughts and tricks for adapting your smoothie depending on your cycle phase.s We're essentially different women at each point in our cycle and our hormones, if a little off balance, can dictate anything from our mood to our skin. Adjust accordingly as it can be a great tool in supporting your body rather than working against it. MENSTRUAL (days 1-5, typically): Focus: Giving the body what it needs to be able to have a supported, well nourished and comfortable menstruation. Make a WARM smoothie to help you feel comforted and snug - heat up your plant-based milk slightly over ..read more

I want to first of all preface this by saying that I do not think that every case of anxiety, low mood or depression can be magically cured through diet and supplementation. Whilst I really want to go into detail on numerous things that help with any underlying imbalance or nutritional deficiency that could be the reason behind a excitatory neurotransmitter dominance or a slack serotonin production, that by no way means that I consider mental health to be one sided or an easily fixable problem. Yes, sometimes taking a vitamin D supplement can make the world of difference, but for some, mental ..read more

I find tucking into an ice-lolly on a summer’s afternoon one of life’s greatest joys. Now that we’re nearing the end of a somewhat very typical British summer (did it even happen? And did it really get THAT hot?), I don’t want to miss out on these moments just because I’m a crazy lady who is hyper aware of the way my blood sugar levels effect my skin and anxiety levels. SO, I’m on a mission to create all my favourite things in a healthy, nourishing way that supports my hormones instead off sending things off balance. Of course, by all means have the 99p flake from the van, but these bad boys ..read more

I’m not the biggest fan of grazing throughout the day, as our bodies really need time to get through and digest the last meal consumed before thinking about the next. Too many sugar filled snacks can also play with your insulin response, having a major effect on the rest of your body, hormones and energy levels. So, I like to keep it simple. Big meals, and one small FAT, PROTEIN and FIBRE focused snacked. In need of some inspiration? My five favourite snacks to balance blood sugar include: 1. 100% dark chocolate PEPPERMINT coconut butter cups. TO DIE FOR. No sugar and TONNES of healthy fats ..read more

I usually stay away from stamping recipes with the word protein, as it reminds me of those brands that brand every product they offer with the phrase regardless of nutritional value. Yes, protein cookies and cupcakes sound all well and good, but when they are loaded with sugar, it kind of defeats the point. A good blood sugar stabilizing snack should lead with FAT and PROTEIN, therefore I consider this chocolate pumpkin protein mousse an absolute winner. It’ll sufficiently turn off hunger hormones, satisfy that sweet tooth and help you create wonderfully healthy and happy hormones (hormones a ..read more

I’m a sucker for crab. It’s bloody delicious and in my opinion, very underrated as a health food. Not only does it contain adequate amounts of iodine, essential for healthy thyroid function, 100g of mixed meat contains 20g of protein. The only downside is that unless you’re lucky enough to be in Cornwall eating it by the coast, it packs a rather pricey punch, making it a far cry from an everyday superfood. I could, and sometimes do, spend my entire life in the kitchen. I find it therapeutic, incredibly calming and completely enjoyable to cook, chop and create. I do understand, however, that n ..read more

A few months ago I bought some organic, paleo bread for £7.50. Yes, £7.50. It was the size, roughly, of an iPhone + and I really, really hated myself for it. There is absolutely no limit on how far I’ll go for my health, from supplements, food shops to eating out. It’s blood ridiculous, but honestly, I love it. I digress. I decided to make my own, but a smaller on-the-go size to pop in the oven and crack open with a generous lug of EVOO streaming down the middle. I’ve cut back on the sheer excessive volume of carbohydrates I consume, simply because it wasn’t doing wonders for my hormones. So ..read more

Yes, you read that correctly. Period balls. And why name these bite-sized, fat packed balls anything else? They do exactly what it says on the tin and ensures that your scavenger boyfriend stays well away. In fact, this is a tip that can be applied to almost anything. Claim that a product, snack or expensive supplement is for FEMALE hormones only – and they keep their mitts OFF. It’s utter bs, but they believe it every time. Back to the balls. Seed cycling is a must try if your cycle is off and you’re experiencing amplified symptoms at certain points in the month. By adding in 1-2 tablespoon ..read more

Food for those Summer evenings when the vegetable draw in your fridge is crying out for a clean out. Crack an egg over the top of your smashed greens and swap your potatoes for roasted cauliflower. The very best cruciferous veg, in my opinion. Ingredients: one large meal, two small. A handful of cauli florets, or roughly ¼ head of a cauliflower Avocado oil, on hand for roasting and frying ½ cup peas, fresh or frozen ½ cup broad beans, fresh or frozen 1 garlic clove 1 shallot 3 mint leaves 2 two eggs (I opt for free-range, pasture raised) OPTIONAL: avocado, homemade hummus, lemon. Preheat you ..read more

Let’s talk mornings. To put it bluntly, establishing a healthy morning routine is vital for your wellbeing. It is truly ground breaking for me, and essential in entering the day with a sense of calm and purpose. From following a loose, yet habit based set of rituals from the moment you wake up, to even just taking five minutes for yourself, it will only ever have a positive reflection on your mental health. For someone who experiences anxiety at the best of times, I notice a distinct difference if I simply get up and go. I take on the day in a much different way, feeling rushed and slightly o ..read more