Ok, we are nearly at the end of the season so rush to get them! Figs are nutrient-rich fruits & are just delicious when nicely ripe. They are high in fibre (prebiotic source), copper, vitamin B6, A & C,… Read More
Gut Health, Planet Health: Is There A Crucial Link?
As I have written in previous blogs, our microbiome is crucial to both our physical and our mental health. The communities of microorganisms that constitute our microbiome determine key aspects of our health and wellbeing by modulating and balancing… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – Watercress #28
If you want to increase your intakes of leafy greens, why not think about watercress? Watercress is an aquatic vegetable that has a strong peppery flavour & is a great addition to our diet. It belongs to the cruciferous… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – Strawberries #27
Summer brings the possibility of many wonderful fruits but for us living in London where the Wimbledon Tennis Championship takes place yearly, it is time for strawberries! And June is the perfect month for them. These lovely small, red… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – Lentils #26
As you will have noticed from my social media posts, I am a big fan of lentils. They are easy to prepare and are a nutrient-dense, cheap and healthy addition to any dish. They are a rich source of… Read More
The Powerful Impact of Music to Transform our Health
Many of you will know that music is a big part of my life. One of the things I really love about living in London is that there are so many live concerts on offer, every day, of every… Read More
Boost your Digestion for Better Health & Wellbeing
Our digestion doesn’t only happen in our stomach. Our digestive tract starts in our mouth and ends in our rectum where we excrete waste. As such the act of digestion is a long process, dependent on the proper functioning… Read More
‘What to eat!’ series – Leeks #25
At the moment, I am getting a lot of leeks on my weekly fruits and vegetables organic box delivery. Leeks are very versatile but what are they good for? Like onions, garlic, shallots and chives, leeks are from the… Read More
Comment Stimuler votre Nerf Vague et Réduire votre Stress
Qu'est-ce que le stress et que se passe-t-il lorsque nous sommes stressés ? Le stress est une réaction naturelle de survie destinée à nous protéger en cas de danger. Lorsque nous sommes confrontés à un événement stressant, notre axe HPA… Read More
How To Stimulate Your Vagus Nerve And Reduce Stress
What is stress and what happens when we are stressed? Stress is a natural survival reaction designed to protect us in case of danger. When we are confronted with a stressful event, our HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal) axis is activated causing a… Read More
