Many of us have plans to get away over the next couple of months, whether at home or away. But for those with sensitive digestion, being out of a regular routine while on holidays can cause digestive havoc. Read on for some tips on relaxing the routine while away without wreaking havoc on digestion.
Should I go gluten free?
The number of people avoiding gluten and wheat has hugely increased in recent years, with 1 in 5 of us now regularly buying gluten free products. As demand rises, so does the availability of all sorts of gluten free products, from bread to jellies and everything in between. But is it really better to avoid wheat and gluten or is this just a passing fad? [Read more…]
Oestrogen metabolism
Oestrogens are a family of hormones which include Estrone (E1), Oestradiol (E2), and Estriol (E3). There are also oestrogen metabolites which are primarily metabolized in the liver and excreted from the body through the digestive and urinary tracts. This topic can get quite complex and a real case in point as to the importance of personalised nutrition and supplement advice. The DUTCH test (which we offer in clinic) gives us exactly this information. However, if you want the basics of healthy oestrogen metabolism read on….
Is it worth it to eat organic?
The market for organic food grew even more quickly during the Pandemic as more of us looked at ways to support our health. But given the potential cost implications, is eating organic a good health investment? Heather explains more below including how to reduce pesticides of non-organic food. Or watch her on Virgin Media Weekend AM.
To salt or not to salt?
In 2020 the BMJ and Swiss Re Institute collaborated to produce a second series of articles on nutritional science. Included in these was a discussion around whether current guidelines around salt should be taken with the proverbial pinch. You can read the article and watch the presentations here.
In this blog we consider current intake and recommendations and where exactly where all this salt is coming from.
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