Fab Female Nutrition

In this episode, I talk about what has happened in my world in 2021 and what you can expect from the podcast in 2022. Female hormone expert - Gut health, hormone health, menopause support, fatigue and anxiety are all areas that come up in my daily work.  We are what we eat - I am a massive foodie, and you can expect lots of foodie guests still, the connection for me always starts with food. Female...

For the last of the "best of" episodes, I asked my podcast editor Ben for his favourite episodes. This is the episodes that he chose: Episode 104 - Food labelling Episode 90 - Chefs in school Episode 69 - Fun in the kitchen Click HERE for the full shownotes

For this week's episode, I asked my assistant Katy to pick her favourite episodes. This is the episodes that she loved the most, as she really resonated with them. Episode 43 - Why diets fail you Episode 73 - Worry and stress Episode 111 - Vitamin D Click HERE for the full shownotes

I want to share "the best of the podcast" with you. This week, it's your turn! Here are the 3 most downloaded episodes. Episode 46 - Gut Health Episode 61 - Fats Episode 63 - Fibre Thank you so much for being here with me every week, I really appreciate it. Click HERE for the full shownotes

Over the coming weeks, I want to share "the best of the podcast" with you. I am lucky to have done many interviews, and have spoken to so many amazing people. But, three episodes really stand out to me and so this week, I want to share them with you. Episode 84 - The Little Foodies Club Episode 66 - The Body Geek Episode 58 - Lucy Rose Metcalfe Click HERE for the full shownotes

In this episode, I talk to Jason Frishman about his love of food, and his joyful role in helping men to create stories and capture the adventure of life. After a recent diagnosis of several ticks and two different forms of Lymes disease, Jason has found himself on an extremely restrictive diet. Rather than let that get him down, he has embraced it and created lots of new recipes that he, and his f...

In this episode, I'd like to share my top tips on how to have a more environmentally friendly, and economical Christmas. A bit of time with a pad and pen can make all the difference. Think about what meals you will actually be eating at home and how many people you are catering for, then make a list of what you are cooking and what you need to buy. Also, there are lots of ways to reduce waste, by...

Would you like some tips on how to stop being busy, and start being productive in a way that creates space for what matters? That's what I talk about this week with Lisa Zawrotny. As part of a decluttering process, Lisa helps create space and a path, so clients can see the way. She wants to encourage everyone to stop being busy, and start being more productive. Helping you find ways that work for...

I often talk about processed foods, and how we need to reduce them in our diet. However, that doesn't mean that you have to cook everything from scratch every time you cook. I have lots of convenience foods in my house and this week I'll share what they are! Processed foods are foods that have been passed through a machine or process, that changes them from their original form. Convenience foods a...

We want our immune system to be working all the time efficiently. It should be responding appropriately to infections or viruses, and we often will not know anything about it. It is one of the most complex systems in the human body; a network of cells, tissues and organs that work together to defend us against foreign invaders. In this week's episode, I explain the different parts and roles of the...

In this episode, I talk to Chrissie Vanyo who shares her story of cancer, survival and how it prompted her career change. Chrissie suffered throughout her treatment, partly due to her determination that cancer was not the word that defined her, so she didn't allow her body the space and time to heal. Also, partly because she wasn't sure what to expect and so didn't speak up quickly enough, when sh...

At this time of year, I start to talk to my clients (and friends and family and anyone else who will listen!) about vitamin D. Why? That's what I'm talking about on this week's podcast episode. What does vitamin D do? Vitamin D is considered to be a hormone, as it is converted into it's most active form in the liver and kidneys.  What can you do? Get tested, and if necessary, supplement with a goo...

What is menopause? According to the NHS, menopause is 'when a woman stops having periods and is no longer able to get pregnant.' We use the term as an umbrella, and it encompasses perimenopause, menopause and post menopause. Perimenopause starts when our progesterone levels drop, and can often be earlier than we think in our early 40s. Post menopause is when our periods have fully stopped, and mos...

What is an eating disorder? We may know about Anorexia or Bulimia, but there is a whole range of disordered eating that sit in the middle. Many of us have spent years, bouncing from one diet to another, and Marcelle supports clients who want to come away from the yo-yo and have a better relationship with food. In this episode, I talk to Marcelle Rose about the complexities of eating disorders, and...

In this week's episode, I talk about one of my favourite topics; seasonal foods. I love my seasonal food episodes, and as we transition through autumn, I'm enjoying the changes in my diet and the food available. There is a vast variety of fruits and vegetables that will still be available throughout the autumn season, such as spinach, rocket, root vegetables, blackberries and pears. What are your...

In this episode, I talk about self-care.  Caring for others is easy, but many of us forget to care for ourselves. That is, until it's too late, and we get sick. I would encourage everyone to find something to do for themselves. It doesn't have to be yoga or meditation, which is what we might think about when we hear the words self-care. What does self-care look like for you? Let me know! Click HER...

In this episode, I talk to Bobby Hedglin-Taylor "The multi hyphenated artist". Trapeze artist-actor-dancer-singer- acrobat - impressionist-author- officiant- aerial sequence choreographer- stand up comic - mixologist - teacher - coach. Bobby talks about his childhood, and life growing up in Ravioli Mountain. Click HERE for the full shownotes

Tip - they are not a winter coat! This week, I explain what PUFA's are (polyunsaturated fats) and why you need them in your diet. All fats are high in calories and so should be consumed in moderation. However, the health benefits cannot be denied, so add good quality fats to your diet daily. Click HERE for the full shownotes

In this episode, I explain what you should be looking for when reading a food label. They are on all packaged food, but do you know how to read them and what you should be looking for? There are 4 main things to look at: Ingredients Macros Traffic lights Use by and best before dates Click HERE for the full shownotes

In this episode I explain what inflammation is, why I talk about it so much as a nutritional therapist, and ways to reduce it naturally. Inflammation is our body's natural way to fight infection. We elicit an inflammatory response to help fight off viruses, they don't like heat, and basically it's our body heating up. It should be a short term response to attack. Click HERE for the full shownotes

In this episode, I talk to Nicky Chilvers who has recently created a subscription cooking box for children; specifically aimed and coeliacs, but suitable to be enjoyed by all! Nicky says, "I'm a self-taught cook, and one of the things I think is important to share with anyone trying to create gluten-free cakes and treats is that it can be difficult. Things don't always go to plan. But I'm honest a...

You very kindly helped me out with some questions, in case no-one joined me on my 100th episode, which I recorded live. Luckily, I wasn't left talking to myself, so I thought I'd answer your questions in this episode. I'm always looking for great guests for the podcast. People who have a passion for food, or a great story to tell. Do you know anyone that would make a good guest? Click HERE to read...

For my 100th podcast episode I invited a few friends to join me for a live episode. I was worried that I would be left chatting to myself but I was delighted to be joined by Lina, who has been listening to the podcast since I started and as a result became part of my Ditch the Diet membership Lucy who I would now class as a friend, who also found me through the podcast. And Dani who has been a fri...