The link between Gut & Skin
When our intestinal lining is damaged, we are unable to absorb nutrients optimally, leading to nutrient deficiencies which impacts our body’s ability to regenerate and heal damaged skin (from wounds, eczema, dermatitis or acne).
Postpartum Thyroiditis
It's common for Thyroiditis to present postpartum and can definitely be a driver for some of the symptoms we experience during this time. Thyroiditis is inflammation of the thyroid gland which alters the production of thyroid hormones.
Oestrogen Excess
Oestrogen is an amazingly proliferative hormone essential for many functions in the body. It is even responsible for that ‘euphoric’ feeling, as research suggests it promotes serotonin production and inhibits serotonin reuptake, reducing depressive symptoms.
Why is Fibre so important?
My husband and friends know I always bang on about Fibre. So why is it so important?
Fats: The Basics
Let’s take it back to the beginning. There are 3 types of fats: saturated, unsaturated and trans fats.
Iron: Essential for Women’s Health (Part 1)
All too often women struggle to maintain their iron levels and experience symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, brain fog, irregular or heavy periods or a pale complexion.