First published in What Doctor’s Don’t Tell You Magazine. We all have moments where we eat more than usual, but for those who tend to overeating, compulsion around food can be a debilitating condition, leaving feelings of powerlessness and anxiety. … Continued
First published in What Doctor’s Don’t Tell You magazine Yoga has been associated with health for thousands of years. Not just on an immediate physical level, but also as a whole system that extends to how we live and the … Continued
The ethical choice Choosing not to eat animal produce can be a positive step for the planet and an ethical choice to be respected. To function fully without the more dense animal source foods can be tricky when stress hits, … Continued
Fuel intelligently for focus, mood and concentration Lunch is a meal that can be seen as simply functional for many; a refuelling on the run, rather than the important stocking up on sustainable energy and nutrients that it should be. … Continued
Simple and effective One of the most popular recommendations I give to clients is dry skin brushing. This is a simple self-care home routine that can take as little or long as you have. Even doing for a minute a … Continued
If you have already bought The De-Stress Effect, you can receive extra help along your journey by signing up to the free 6 Week Programme. You will receive supportive tips, podcasts and tools by email, about once every 2-3 days. You will … Continued
We humans are built to move continually, but our movement patterns can often add into rather than relieve our 21st century stress states. Our one response to stress – ‘fight, flight or freeze’ – has our whole bodies preparing for … Continued
What I’ve learnt along the way…. So here are the factors I’ve found work as a framework for guiding dietary change, teaching yoga and approaching many of life’s challenges – all gleaned by experience and talking to clients: The little … Continued
A Week’s Suggestions of Easy Meals to Prepare Here are some meals to throw together simply and easily as you go along your De-Stress Effect journey – remember to note down which meals worked for you in terms of taste, … Continued
1. Celery Celery has a long history as a calmative that helps calm the nervous system and support sleep. Research has shown that eating four stalks a day can lower raised blood pressure, a common stress-related symptom and a sign … Continued