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Dr Lucy here. This week I failed.
I failed to send the Friday 5 at 5 email out on Friday. Hence it's coming to you on Sunday at 6.
Now I know in the grand scheme of things, this is not a big failure but as someone who likes to follow through on commitments, it doesn't align with my core values and...
What is Hypnosis and How Can It Help Your Health?
Hypnosis, or hypnotherapy, is a state of deep relaxation and heightened focus. Contrary to popular myths, hypnosis isn’t about losing control or being unconscious.
Instead, it allows you to tap into your subconscious mind to change unhelpful behavi...
Did you know that your metabolic health is closely linked to your mental health?
Mental illness is prevalent and can significantly impact individuals’ lives and well-being. While there are many causes of mental illness, we are discovering more about how our lifestyle choices can influence our mood ...
Have you ever felt like meditation just isn’t for you? Maybe you’ve tried it and thought, “I don’t have time,” or “I don’t know how.” But here’s the truth: meditation is for everyone—and it's simpler than you might think.
Let’s tackle some common obstacles:
- Not enough time? You only need 3 minut...
Hippocrates famously said "All disease begins in the gut".
Whilst this isn't strictly true, the evidence emerging is that our gut is super important.
The gut consists of 3 elements
- Structure of the gut
- Mechanics of the gut
- Microbiome in the gut
Whenever there is a surge in a popular health...
Mindset is all about beliefs.
Henry Ford famously said, “Whether you think you can, or you think can't- you're right.”
Many of us have beliefs that have gone unchallenged. They are thoughts (which, by the way, are just a group of neurones firing together) that we think over and over. These thought...
You’ve probably heard about mitochondria at some point, but do you know how important they are?
These tiny powerhouses in your cells are responsible for producing energy—literally keeping you going. The healthy functioning of mitochondria is vital for overall metabolic health.
Each of your cells ...
Insulin Resistance is on the rise and is one of the leading causes of chronic disease as we age.
And most people have never heard of it!
Insulin is a hormone made by our pancreas and it has several jobs. Its main job is to help move glucose from our blood into our cells where the mighty mitochondr...
Happy Friday! As we wrap up another week, let's focus on a crucial aspect of our health journey: protein intake. Today, we're diving into five compelling reasons why ensuring adequate protein in your diet is essential for your overall well-being and metabolic health.
Protein is King or as we lik...
Journaling is an incredibly powerful tool for understanding yourself and making real, lasting changes in your life. When we get stuck in our thoughts, our brains tend to spin the same worries and problems over and over. Writing things down helps you slow down, gain clarity, and see things from a dif...
Habits occur when we repeat a behaviour so often that it gets moved from our conscious brain into our subconscious brain.
The magic occurs when these habits are helpful to our long term health and well being . a classic example is brushing our teeth or putting on a seat belt. The wonderful thing ab...
Today we are diving into mindset tips to stay on track with a healthy real food lifestyle.
Maintaining good nutrition requires more than just willpower; it involves cultivating the right mindset and using effective strategies to stay consistent.
Here are five mindset tips that can help you stay on...
