Health pieces

Data suggests that over the past several decades, we have been getting less and less sleep. Work takes priority in many people’s lives, which means that social and family life is reduced to late evenings and weekends. Sleep, for many, seems like a luxury that few can afford. In our performance-centred world, sleeping may even be seen as a sign of laziness and weakness. At the same time, many really want to sleep, but for many reasons both external (e.g. noise disturbance) or

As spring approaches, bringing with it a bloom of life and colour, along comes allergy season for many. Allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever, affects a significant portion of the population, presenting an array of symptoms that can dampen the spirit of this beautiful season. Understanding the nature of spring allergies, their triggers, and effective management strategies can greatly improve quality of life during these months. What are Spring Allergies? Spring aller

I have recently been delivering some workshops on menstrual health and thought it might be a good topic to share in the newsletter. Take a moment to think back to your first period. What was that experience like? Were you prepared, or did it come as a surprise? Many of us begin this journey with limited knowledge and surrounded by stigma. Half of the world’s population will menstruate, yet conversations around menstrual health remain shrouded in stigma and misinformation. Men

We’re surrounded by big health promises on social media; 30-day transformations, clean eating resets, total lifestyle overhauls. The message is often all-or-nothing, but the reality is that most lasting health improvements come from tiny, repeatable shifts, not major reinventions. As a health coach and nurse, I’ve seen how the smallest behaviour changes, when done consistently can create surprisingly meaningful results. You don’t need perfect discipline but rather gentle, dai

Making Sense of Weight Loss Options : The truth about GLP-1 medications, side effects, and proven strategies you can start today. I hope this newsletter finds you well. In this issue, I thought I would share some information about a topic that is making headlines: GLP-1 receptor agonist medications for weight loss, including Wegovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro. As a nurse and a health coach, I think it’s important to understand these treatments and how they might affect your health

How Your Environment Might Be Impacting Your Health – Part 1: Your Home Healthy habits don’t rely on willpower alone. They grow from the environment you live in every day. When we talk about environment, we mean, your home, your social world, and your digital space. Each one quietly influences how you feel, what you do, and which choices come more easily. Let’s start with the most immediate layer: your home. Modern homes often contain more chemical exposure than we realise. C

Christmas is coming, and with it, comes lots of lovely celebration, time with family and friends an ever-growing mound of tempting treats at home, festive food at work and party invitations galore. This can be a challenging time for the health conscious so let’s have a look at some ways to navigate the festive season and keep your wellbeing intact: Maintain a Normal Routine. Routine often disappears at this time of year, but it’s important to maintain some structure. Planning

Happy New Year! At this time of year, we often start thinking about what we want for the new year and what needs to change. Instead of thinking about resolutions that often fade by the end of January, let’s look at reflection. Reflection is not a list of failures, about reinventing yourself but rather it can help you feel grounded and gives you a clearer sense of direction. It is about noticing what worked, what didn’t, and what you want to carry forward. Start with what work

February is all about hearts, with love in the air and Valentine’s Day, but what about our heart health? Did you know that cardiovascular disease kills twice as many women as breast cancer? (Source: British Heart Foundation). The good news? In many cases, heart disease is preventable. For women, the risk of heart disease increases during menopause due to hormonal shifts that impact cholesterol levels and body fat distribution. Why Does Heart Disease Risk Rise After Menopause?