Louise Chamberlain Nutrition

08/09/2025

A warning today about elevated levels of pesticides on mandarins. If you bought them, you should return them to the shop.
To reduce your pesticide risk, soak your fruit and vegetables in a bicarbonate of soda and water solution for ten minutes then rinse well.

05/09/2025

September is a great time to make changes to your health habits. As we shift from summer into autumn, it's important to make sure our gut is in good shape for optimal immune function. A healthy gut is the best way to stay well throughout the winter. This put lentil salad with poached eggs and some local smoked trout helped me get my plant points today (and, as a bonus, was very quick to prepare).

03/07/2025

A diet rich in plants is associated with better health. A recent study found that some fruits and vegetables are particularly beneficial for reducing the risk of Crohn’s disease. Apples, pears, mushrooms, onions, and garlic are great for gut health.

https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/certain-plant-based-foods-may-cut-crohns-disease-risk-2025a1000hp7?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLTvKNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHqqOhG1w-azgsCRc_-XvK-zf-KWzFOYM-8b5UnzfIersRNpS0e27zE7Flttf_aem_ti_-gr0iW9bYrKFA34vxkA

A large European cohort study finds that a high combination of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and potatoes is associated with a lower risk for Crohn’s disease, but not ulcerative colitis.

24/06/2025

Poor diets have lead to a dramatic fall in the average height of kids. Children in the UK now get on average 60% of their calories from ultra-processed foods. If you’d like help to improve your family’s diet, get in touch. It doesn’t need to be complicated and you can still enjoy your favourite foods.

Les enfants d’outre-Manche mesurent en moyenne jusqu'à 7 centimètres de moins que leurs voisins européens. Le Times a relevé cette tendance de fond qui touche le royaume.

06/06/2025

Most of us don't realise how much ultra processed food we're eating because it's become the norm. A loaf of bread for most people comes sliced in a plastic bag. Yogurts (especially ones aimed at children) are often full of sugar and additives. We can't ignore the link between the rapid spread of UPFs and the increase in chronic disease.
Removing UPFs from your diet doesn't mean you need to get an allotment or start making your own yogurt. You can make simple changes now that will have a long-term impact on your health. If you'd like help to do this, send me a message or make an appointment on my website. Your future self will thank you!

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06/06/2025

30/05/2025

This week's blog post. Do you have a favourite avocado dish?

Everything you need to know about this delicious, if slightly ugly, superfood

10/05/2025

If you bought peppers at Grand Frais between 25 and 29 May, they may have had levels of pesticide residue exceeding allowable limits. They can be returned to the shop for a full refund until 13th May.
The peppers have been recalled but, realistically, most people will have eaten them before the alert was raised. Other than buying organic fruit and vegetables, how can you avoid excessive pesticide exposure? A simple trick is to soak fruit and vegetables in a solution of bicarbonate of soda dissolved in water for at least five minutes before rinsing thoroughly.

Un légume largement distribué sur le territoire français est actuellement retiré des rayons en raison d’une concentration excessive de pesticides détectée lors des contrôles sanitaires, suscitant l’inquiétude des consommateurs et appelant à la vigilance.

09/05/2025

It’s easy to let healthy habits slide when we’re busy but taking care of yourself is an investment in your future wellness. What are you doing this weekend to support your health?

07/05/2025

Exam season is upon us. If you have a teen taking exams this summer, my latest blog post might be helpful.

How to Nourish Your Teen for Exam Success

14/04/2025

https://louisechamberlain.com/getting-the-balance-right

Why a healthy diet isn’t always enough to support long-term health

04/04/2025

https://louisechamberlain.com/simple-ways-to-increase-the-calorie-density-of-meals

Effective and tasty tips to help children with IBD gain weight without resorting to unhealthy meal replacement shakes