Nutritional Strategies for Migraine Prevention and Relief

Migraine is one of the most disabling neurological disorders, affecting approximately 11% of the world’s population. With frequent attacks of headache, this condition significantly impacts the quality of life of sufferers. But did you know that nutrition plays a crucial role in migraine prevention and treatment? In this article we explore how certain nutritional supplements…

Nutrition, Health and Passion: A Day to Celebrate Holistic Wellness

Today, 24 November, I celebrate two things that may seem different but, on reflection, are deeply connected: Dietitian Nutritionist Day and the legacy of one of history’s most iconic artists, Freddie Mercury. On this day, we remember the departure of Freddie, a genius who not only revolutionised music, but also left us with important lessons…

Managing the Menopause with a Healthy Lifestyle

Menopause and perimenopause are crucial stages in a woman’s life that can bring with them a number of physical and emotional changes. Reduced ovarian hormone secretions during these periods can lead to hot flushes, pain, fatigue, changes in bone mass, morphology, skin and hair, as well as increased cardiovascular risks. However, although ageing brings with…

Coeliac Disease

Introduction Coeliac disease is a chronic immune-mediated enteropathy induced by gluten exposure in genetically predisposed individuals. It is currently estimated to affect approximately 1% of the population, with an increasing incidence in recent decades. Although initially described as a childhood condition, it is increasingly being diagnosed in adults, who often present with non-specific digestive symptoms…

Crohn’s Disease: A Holistic Perspective from Biology to Nutrition

Summary Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel condition characterised by periods of flares and remissions. It affects the entire gastrointestinal tract, with a predilection for the distal ileum. Triggering factors include complex interactions between environmental, genetic, immunological factors and changes in the microbiome. There are several types of the disease, each with specific manifestations.…

Confronting Menopause: A Natural Change that Impacts the Whole Body

Over the generations, certain aspects of women’s health have been considered taboo. However, it is time to address menopause as a natural process that all women will face at some point in their lives, similar to the way men go through andropause. The decline in oestrogen levels associated with menopause has significant repercussions on women’s…