I’ll never forget the day my Gastro-Enterologist looked and me and said, “There’s nothing structurally wrong with you…” Being dismissed like this infuriated me – why would I invent the horrific IBS, anxiety and messed up hormones that were destroying my work, my relationships, and my social life? Turns out I didn’t invent it… there was…
One of my favourite ways to wind down before bed is with a cup of Paleo Hot Chocolate. You’ll need: 1 cup or 250 ml organic Coconut Milk 1 teaspoon Organic Raw Cacao 1 tablespoon of Organic Nut Butter 1 tsp of Sugavida – a sweetener that is not only safe for diabetics and those…
If you’re conscious of your weight and looking to shift a few pounds gained during lockdown, you might be tuned into the recent UK Government stance on fighting obesity, which is now using Weight Watchers as the main strategy! This has got me fired up for so many reasons and the main one is that…
Paleo breakfast bowl anyone? We’ve been conditioned in the West to begin the day with sugary cereals or carb heavy toasts / pastries. However, we need to avoid these if we want to stay healthy – mentally and physically. Here’s an alternative that you can prep the evening before: Ingredients · 1 medium-sized sweet potato,…
If you struggle with getting out of bed in the morning, remember that the best days begin with a great night’s sleep. Your wind down routine is pivotal to your success the next day. Dim your lights from about 8pm get off of social media and put your phone into Do Not Disturb. Resist the…
Since the outbreak of the virus, I’ve heard a lot of people say, “Healthy people are getting the virus, too.” However, I remain dubious about the “no existing health conditions” claim. As a functional medicine health coach, I know from experience that many people *think* they’re healthy. Then, a closer look at their day-to-day energy…
If you haven’t noticed by now, my posts are focused on creating health, rather than putting a band-aid on symptoms. When it comes to hormones – stress hormones and sex hormones – this is an area that I’ve seen many people – both men and women – but mainly women, get the brush off from…
Do you find yourself yo-yoing between managing your cravings then falling off the wagon big time? Imagine what it would feel like to have all that headspace back, no more obsessing, no more fighting the little gremlins in your head! It’s rarely ever just about your weight, but you could release all the guilt and…
For 10 years, I struggled with anxiety, IBS, migraines, hormonal issues, and constant colds and flus, and was on multiple antibiotics and medications while I was leading a Corporate wellness program at a multi-national bank – the irony! I saw psychologists, endocrinologists and gastro-enterologists but nothing worked. I was honestly terrified I’d be sick forever! …
This lock down has been beyond challenging for even the most positive of us, myself included. Just because I am a therapist and coach doesn’t mean I’m immune to anxiety or despair. I am experiencing the rollercoaster of emotions that the current situation induces, with some days being better than others. However, I wanted to…