True Health magazine

Dreaming of a good night’s sleep? Here’s 10 tips to alleviate stress and help you relax so you finally get a restful slumber Stressed or anxious, finding it hard to get that much-needed beauty sleep? According to the latest research, more than half the UK population has struggled with sleep during lockdown. Top psychotherapist, Mark Newey, explains why and offers his top 10 tips to a better night’s sleep. Lockdown has been stressful, especially if you have money worries; anxiety…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A great option cold for lunch, speedy supper or lazy weekend brunch. This dish packs in plenty of energising iron and magnesium-rich spinach to keep energy levels high. serves 4 Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 4 slices bacon, chopped ½ red pepper, chopped 100g baby spinach leaves 8 eggs Sea salt Black pepper Method Preheat the grill to high. Whisk the eggs in a bowl and season. Heat the oil in…

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Forgetfulness, brain fog and frequent tiredness could all be signs of a deficiency in B-vitamins How often have you walked into a room and forgotten what you went in there for? ‘Brain fog’ may not be a medical condition, but it is often used to describe when we are suffering from reduced cognitive function, a lack of concentration, or memory loss. Forgetfulness, ‘brain fog’ and frequent tiredness could all be signs of a deficiency in B-vitamins. In fact, they are…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A sensational low sugar muffin full of slow releasing carbohydrates, nuts, and seeds. Perfect as a healthy option for breakfast but equally delicious as healthy snack or packed lunch option. Make these gluten free by substituting the flour for gluten free flour. Using frozen blueberries creates a colder batter but fresh blueberries can also be used. Makes 8 large muffins Ingredients 150g wholemeal self-raising flour or gluten free flour 2 tsp baking powder Pinch of…

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If the coronavirus pandemic has left you feeling stressed, anxious or worried, there are a number of supplements that can help. Medical nutritionist Dr Sarah Brewer reveals all…   The last few months have been a turmoil of worry for many people, due to lockdown, isolation from family and friends, fear of the coronavirus pandemic, and grief. If you are feeling stressed or anxious as we adjust to our new ‘normal’ situation, a number of supplements can help. CBD CBD…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A fabulous vegan dessert based on the traditional favourite banoffee pie but much healthier. Probiotic rich foods like yoghurt and kefir provide beneficial bacteria that aid digestive health, while bananas are a prebiotic supporting gut microbiome diversity. Serves 4-6 Ingredients for chocolate crumb layer 60g pecans 2 tbsp raw cacao powder 100g gluten free oats 30g goji berries or other dried berries For banana caramel layer 2 ripe bananas 100g almond nut butter 1 tbsp…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A delicious low sugar breakfast option. You can add a scoop of raw cacao powder for a chocolate waffle if you prefer. (makes 4 waffles) Ingredients: 150g gluten-free flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp xanthan gum (omit if the gluten-free flour contains xanthum) 2 free range or organic eggs 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp xylitol 1 tsp ground cinnamon 150-200ml almond milk or coconut milk To serve: Fresh or frozen berries Coconut yoghurt…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A moist dense gluten free chocolate cake. Perfect warm or cold, served with a dairy free or low lactose yoghurt. Ingredients 50g cocoa powder 125g boiling water 2 tsp vanilla extract 125g gluten free self-raising flour ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda ½ tsp baking powder 150g coconut sugar 150g light olive oil 3 large eggs Method Preheat the oven to 180C, gas mark 4. Grease and line a 22-23cm spring form cake tin. Add the…

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By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey These meatballs sneak in vegetables for plenty of flavour. The meatballs can also be served on their own cold in lunchboxes. Use your favourite gluten free pasta in this recipe. You can make this dish dairy free as well by using vegan pesto and dairy free cheese.  Serves 6 Ingredients 400g lamb mince 1 small courgette, grated 1 shallot, grated 1 tbsp gluten free/dairy free pesto Sea salt and pepper 300g gluten free pasta Olive…

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