New Cholesterol Guidelines 2026: Brain and Metabolic Health
Cholesterol guidelines just had their biggest update in years. The 2026 ACC/AHA Guideline on the Management of Dyslipidemia officially added ApoB and Lp(a) to how cardiovascular risk should be assessed. These are markers that a standard cholesterol panel doesn’t include, which means most people are still having a 2015 version of this conversation with their […]
Is oat milk bad for you? A calm, practical look at energy and blood sugar
Is oat milk bad for you? A calm, practical look at energy and blood sugar If you spend any time online, you’d be forgiven for thinking oat milk is single‑handedly responsible for blood sugar spikes, low energy, and half the problems people experience in midlife. In practice, this is one of those nutrition questions I […]
Gut Health Over 40: What You Need to Know for Better Digestion
As we age, our bodies go through a lot of changes, and that includes our gut health. If you’ve noticed that your digestion isn’t what it used to be, or you’re suddenly dealing with bloating, fatigue, or other gut-related issues, you’re not alone. Gut health often becomes more challenging to manage as we get older, […]
We’re Living in a Metabolically Hostile World: Why Modern Life Makes Healthy Metabolism So Hard
We live in a world that makes it remarkably easy to lose metabolic health — and surprisingly hard to keep it.The modern environment isn’t built for biological balance. It’s built for convenience, productivity, and profit. And that matters, because metabolism isn’t just about how easily you gain or lose weight. It’s the system that powers […]
3 Supplements I Recommend Most Often as a Nutritionist for Energy, Gut Health & Midlife Metabolism
If you’ve ever stood in front of a supplement shelf wondering what actually works and what’s just clever marketing…you and me both! As a registered nutritional therapist and health coach, I hear this from clients a lot:“Should I be taking something?”“Everyone online is saying I need this supplement, but do I really?” Firstly, not everyone […]
How to Eat Healthier? Focus on This One Thing
The other day, I met up with an old friend who’s also a nutritionist. We hadn’t seen each other in years, and you might assume we sat down to a kale salad, right? Well, not quite. We grabbed coffees, walked for hours soaking up some much-needed vitamin D, and eventually landed at Borough Market, where […]
Which sugar is healthier? Unpacking sugar confusion
There’s a lot of chatter out there about sugar—what’s natural, what’s refined, and what’s actually “good” for you. As both a baking enthusiast AND a nutritionist and wellness coach, I’m here to share some hot takes on this topic, debunking the sugar myths once and for all. Let’s dive into the nutrition truth and sprinkle in a bit of food science along the […]
Gut Health Over 40: What You Need to Know for Better Digestion
As we age, our bodies go through a lot of changes, and that includes our gut health. If you’ve noticed that your digestion isn’t what it used to be, or you’re suddenly dealing with bloating, fatigue, or other gut-related issues, you’re not alone. Gut health often becomes more challenging to manage as we get older, […]
The Power of Intentional Choices: Why You Can’t Have It All (and Why That’s Okay)
Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed by the number of decisions you make every day? It often feels like every choice we make comes at the expense of another—whether that’s in our health, relationships, or personal growth. The truth is, we can’t be everything to everyone, every day. And that’s okay. Picture this: The reality? We make […]
The Wheel of Life: How to Achieve Balance for Better Health and Wellness
The Wheel of Life: A Holistic Approach to Health and Wellbeing Have you ever worked with a coach? If so, you might have come across the Wheel of Life, a popular coaching tool that helps individuals assess their overall wellbeing. It’s an incredibly powerful exercise that brings attention to the various areas of life and how […]
When You Get Off-Track with Your Eating Habits
In one of the client sessions recently, we talked about how challenging it can be to stick to healthy habits. My client was pleased, as she made a bunch of doable changes in her routine. But, whenever there was a bump on the road or she had a ‘bad day’, the motivation went right back […]
Navigating the Perimenopause Journey: Embrace Ageing with Confidence
Ageing, it’s one of life’s inevitabilities, a journey we all embark on, whether we’re ready or not. Just like navigating the bustling streets of London or the serene landscapes of New Zealand, ageing has its twists and turns. And for many women, the perimenopausal phase can be a rather unexpected detour on this journey. THE […]