What are prebiotics and why are they vital for your health? Probiotics are living microorganisms that contribute to a healthy digestive tract: the health-supporting powers of these live, active cultures found in fermented foods have been widely touted over the last few years. What you may not … [Read more...] about
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Food and Mood
A consistent body of evidence shows that people who have a healthier diet have a lower risk of depression…but why? There are many parts of play but a key factor is the role of the gut microbiota – the microorganisms in our gut – and in turn how changes the the gut bacteria can influence our … [Read more...] about Food and Mood
Immune Defence: Vitamin D
Vitamin D is associated with overall disease prevention. Vitamin D deficiency is associated with an increased risk of most diseases – cancer, heart disease, infertility, autoimmune disease and allergies to name a few. What we knew even before this pandemic was that Vitamin D supplementation could … [Read more...] about Immune Defence: Vitamin D
Immune Defence and Viral Treatments: Zinc
Zinc is a critical factor for antiviral immunity. Zinc deficiency is incredibly common because our diets are often low in the foods that contain this mineral. Low stomach acid, which is also incredibly common, can make it difficult for us to replete zinc, so our poor diet paired with our … [Read more...] about Immune Defence and Viral Treatments: Zinc
Could you have a hormone imbalance?
Does this sound like you? Hormone balances are so common, but often women just put up with how they feel, not knowing how much can be done to heal and balance hormones. Nutrition, gut health, stress levels, inflammation, toxin exposure, genetics, can all play a part in driving hormone … [Read more...] about Could you have a hormone imbalance?
My View on Herbalife
I have been asked by multiple patients in the last few weeks my view on Herbalife, so I figure its time to pop a little blog up about this! I do not recommend anyone to take Herbalife but especially my patients who are in a vital healing state. In my opinion it is a very poor supplement due to … [Read more...] about My View on Herbalife