General health tips
The following information is by Lily Nichols, American Nutritionist who has been researching all things nutrition and food in relation to pregnancy. Need a little motivation to stick with real, nutrient-dense foods during pregnancy? Below, I’ll give you an overview of some research on how ultraprocessed foods impact pregnancy outcomes, and the findings speak volumes … Read more
You can substitute any number of words to replace those in the heading, but they all amount to the same clever marketing strategy to get your attention. Social media is full of these messages and my emails are also becoming polluted by them. Why are we so inclined to believe that a particular product is … Read more
Summer is a great time to detox your body, especially following the indulgences that often sneak in over the Christmas and New Year period. The warmer weather makes it easier to detox as meals generally tend to be lighter, incorporating more salads rather than heavy foods. It also helps the body let go of what … Read more
For decades, concerns have circulated that high-protein diets may harm the kidneys — especially in people with type 2 diabetes (T2D), who are already predisposed to kidney disease. This belief has influenced many dietary guidelines, which often recommend a moderate-to-low intake of protein. But how solid is this advice? A prospective study from the Netherlands … Read more
A timely reminder from Delia McCabe: “Another year is behind us. It’s been a trying one for many. Here are some evidence-based ideas to help make your 2026 a simpler, but happier and more successful year. 1) When you’ve been very stressed it’s harder to slow down and rest because … Your nervous system has … Read more
The following article is from Dr Jill Crista, Mould Expert. She shares the latest research from Finland which confirms that mould toxicity and mycotoxins (the chemicals produced by mould spores) affect more than just our respiratory system — mould also affects the brain: “Finland is on it when it comes to publishing human research about mold. … Read more
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is defined as a chronic liver disease characterized by excessive fat accumulation in the liver without another obvious cause (no excessive alcohol consumption, hepatotoxic medications, toxins, viral infections, genetic hepatic diseases), therefore it is an exclusion diagnosis. The term NAFLD literally refers to non-alcohol related hepatopathy and does not adequately correlate … Read more
If you haven’t been to the dentist for a while, you might like to make an appointment after reading Kerry Bone’s post below: A new study suggests hidden bacterial biofilms can lurk silently inside arterial plaque for decades, shielded from the immune system until a viral illness or other trigger awakens them. Once activated, the … Read more
What are Ultra-Processed Foods? Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have emerged as a critical, yet often overlooked, driver of chronic disease burden and compromised wellbeing. Defined as edible products formulated with substances of rare or no culinary use – alongside cosmetic additives such as stabilisers, colourants, flavour enhancers, emulsifiers, and sweeteners – UPFs are engineered to extend … Read more
