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One of the most commonly reported, and most troubling, symptoms of the menopausal transition is brain fog. Brain fog is the vague, forgetful, missing that word that’s right on the tip of your tongue feeling. Frustratingly transient, it always seems to hit at the most inconvenient time. Like on the way to work; you realise …
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The interaction between our brain and the foods we eat is really quite fascinating. It might seem, on the surface, that our brain function is completely separate and removed from dietary intake, but as you will soon see, the interplay between our mental and physical health and their reliance on good quality nutrition is linked …
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Perimenopause is an interesting phase of the lifespan - I recently heard it referred to as "puberty, in reverse". Pretty accurate, really. Apart from the physical symptoms (which include fatigue, brain fog, abdominal weight gain and sleep disruptions), the emotional symptoms can be remarkably similar to puberty. Mood fluctuations, irregular and/or heavier periods and emotional …
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If you’re feeling confused about what to eat while breastfeeding, you’re not alone. There is plenty of information regarding which nutrients are required during lactation, but not a lot on where and how to get them.
Feeling tired all the time? Having trouble sleeping, or suffering from mid-morning or afternoon energy slumps? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, you are likely to be suffering from fatigue. Causes of fatigue The causes of fatigue are many and varied. They may include: Mental, emotional or physical stress Low iron …
Nutrition is even more important during pregnancy, both for you and your baby. Many nutrients are needed to fuel growth and development, while supporting maternal nutrient stores needed for breastfeeding.
In natural medicine, client-centric care is important to establish all reasons why the condition has developed and continues to exist - these may include social, emotional, physiological, or psychological factors.Â
While it is commonly known that food can either harm or heal, tailoring your food choices to suit health challenges & environmental interactions can truly provide personalised nutrition, optimising wellbeing in ways you never thought possible.