Men’s Health Awareness Week: Top Tips to Enhance your Health and Happiness!

Men’s Health Awareness Week: Top Tips to Enhance your Health and Happiness!

For as long as most of us can remember the gender disparities regarding health has always been in favour of women, with the female gender always in the lead of the life expectancy gap. It’s never been exactly proven as to why this is but theories range from biological/environmental factors, to the male population adopting a more risky lifestyle! Whatever the cause for concern may be it’s clear that the majority of guys should certainly be upping their health game….

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BetterYou – Turmeric Oral Spray

BetterYou – Turmeric Oral Spray

‘BetterYou Turmeric Daily Oral Spray is a revolutionary formulation designed to deliver a greater uptake of the three active curcuminoids, ensuring superior absorption to tablets and capsules… guaranteed.’ BetterYou have just released their Turmeric Daily Oral Spray, the world’s first turmeric supplement in oral spray form. Turmeric, and its components curcuminoids, is notoriously poorly absorbed within the gut with as little as one percent being absorbed in to the body. This is why BetterYou developed the spray form; it has…

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BetterYou – MagnesiumGel

BetterYou – MagnesiumGel

‘BetterYou MagnesiumGel provides essential magnesium in a targeted application. A superior way to replenish magnesium levels, as well as a support for skin health and natural muscle repair.’ BetterYou are well-known for their magnesium sprays and flakes and now the brand has extended their magnesium offering even further, with their new MagnesiumGel. Unlike their other magnesium products, the MagnesiumGel offers a highly targeted application and provides a slower release of magnesium for sustained delivery, making it ideal for use during…

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Banish Summer Sniffles

Banish Summer Sniffles

By nutritional therapist Katharine Tate, an expert in family health and nutrition Red eyes and sneezing are common allergic symptoms this time of year for hay fever sufferers. Hay fever, which is also known as seasonal rhinitis, is an allergic reaction to pollen from grass, trees and weeds during the early spring and summer months. It is thought to affect more than 20% of the UK population and up to 40% of children. It can impact on quality of life,…

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Weleda – Sea Buckthorn Hand Cream & Perfume

Weleda – Sea Buckthorn Hand Cream & Perfume

As you may suspect from my previous reviews, I’m a big Weleda fan. Every product I’ve tried from them has surpassed my expectations and as a brand they only produce certified natural skin care products, all of which are free from synthetic preservatives, fragrances and colourants. They truly celebrate all that is natural and organic, so I was delighted to try one of their new perfumes and the matching hand cream from their sea buckthorn range. Agrume Jardin de Vie…

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Cheese, Herb & Olive Muffins

Cheese, Herb & Olive Muffins

By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A delicious gluten-free Mediterranean inspired muffin. Hard cheese such as cheddar is suitable on a low FODMAP but if you are dairy-free you can replace it for a little chopped tomato instead. (makes 12 muffins) Ingredients: 250g gluten-free flour ½ tsp sea salt ½ tsp black pepper 2 tsp baking powder 2 tbsp parsley, finely chopped 3 free-range eggs 2 tbsp almond milk 50ml extra-virgin olive oil 100g black olives, chopped 100g hard cheese, grated…

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Pukka – Wholistic Ashwagandha

Pukka – Wholistic Ashwagandha

‘A natural formula to nourish the mind and relax the nervous system. Ashwagandha is the herb of modern life, in Ayurveda it is known as ‘rasayana’ meaning uplifting. This blend includes iodine which helps to calm the nervous system and a worried mind.’ Pukka have just launched this brand new supplement – Wholistic Ashwagandha – a natural remedy for calming a busy mind and supporting the body during times of stress. Ashwagandha has been used for centuries to moderate the…

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Banana and Cinnamon Granola

Banana and Cinnamon Granola

By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey A fabulous flavoursome granola suitable for low FODMAP diets. Make up a batch and store in an airtight container. Ideal as a snack and breakfast option. (makes about 14 servings) Ingredients:  150g gluten-free oats 90g unsweetened coconut flakes 125g almonds, sliced 125g pumpkin seeds or mixed sunflower, sesame and pumpkin 2 tbsp ground flaxseed 125g pecans, chopped 2 bananas 60g coconut oil, melted 2 tbsp maple syrup 1 tbsp vanilla extract 2 tsp ground cinnamon Method: Preheat…

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Matcha Lemon Shake

Matcha Lemon Shake

By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey Lemon is a great way to stimulate digestion and the addition of matcha green tea powder is an easy way to perk up energy levels. Check ingredients in your protein powder as some sweeteners will not be suitable on a low FODMAP diet. (serves 2) Ingredients: 2 large handfuls of baby spinach 1 tsp fresh ginger, roughly chopped 2 bananas 30g whey protein powder Juice of 1/2 lemon 2 tsp matcha powder 300ml almond milk Method:…

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Natural Remedies for a Bloated Tummy

Natural Remedies for a Bloated Tummy

By nutritional therapist Christine Bailey You know that feeling. Your tummy looks like you’re three months pregnant, it’s puffy and sore and you can’t fit into your favourite jeans. Most of us experience a bit of bloating from time to time, especially after a blow out meal but for some it’s an ongoing problem. Switching to low FODMAP foods can be an effective way to reduce bloating. What are high FODMAP Foods? FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and…

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