Kate Dimmer Nutrition & Hypnotherapy, Cheltenham (2025)

24/07/2025

Why Work with Me Instead of Chat GPT?🤷🏻‍♀️💻

There’s load of great information out there isn’t there? And lately more and more people have been using ChatGPT or AI for advice and diagnosis on medical issues. Now AI can come up with some excellent answers. However, it’s not the same as working with a practitioner.

Firstly, a practitioner like me takes a comprehensive health history, possibly asking questions about things you might not think are relevant. We are like health detectives -gathering clues about what might be going on and using clinical knowledge and experience to piece it all together. As a human and experienced nutritional therapist and hypnotherapist, I can be your accountability partner and provide care and support making sure you get the right help you need.

And what’s special about me in particular? I have both areas of expertise to draw on. This means you get a holistic, thorough and comprehensive approach with support from both a diet, nutrition and physiology approach and the hypnotherapy supporting the nervous system, vagus nerve, habits and more. This approach is perfect for supporting IBS but is also great for stress, weight loss and beyond. I am trained in a functional medicine approach which means we can explore root causes with testing and I can safely prescribe supplements for your unique needs. I teach you nutrition, practical tips and provide tools to look after your nervous system and am here for you along your health journey.☺️

https://katedimmer.com

23/07/2025

Why you’re reaching for sugar 🍪 and how to get control

Craving sugar doesn’t mean you lack willpower.
It often means your body (or brain) is trying to tell you something.

Here are a few common causes I see:

⚖️ Blood sugar dips -from skipped meals, caffeine or carb-heavy snacks
😩 Emotional eating -stress, overwhelm or low mood
🔁 Habit -sugar as a reward or part of your routine
💤 Tiredness, low energy or poor sleep -which increases hunger hormones and cravings

💡 Instead of cutting sugar completely, start gently:
– Eat protein with every meal
– Stay nourished (don’t skip meals!)
– Get curious about your triggers
– Make small swaps that feel doable

Sugar cravings aren’t just about food – they’re also about you.

📩 Need help finding balance? I offer personalised support to gently get to the root. Email me at kate@katedimmer.com or checkout my website below.

https://katedimmer.com

23/07/2025

Helping You Food Prep 🔪 🍠

Sometimes my clients say ‘I know what I need to do but I just don’t have the time to do it’ or ‘I fell off the wagon’ because I stopped making myself things.

But the truth is you don’t have to prep loads of stuff or cook every single thing from scratch to eat well. But another truth is that if you don’t do any prep or have any nourishing food in the house and you’re not prepared to assemble anything or make anything at all then it’s hard to eat well isn’t it?

So there needs to be a compromise -you need to do what you can do not what other people do. That might be just planning or preparing a meal for the busiest day of your week. I’m lucky because I’m flexible with my work and I am a ‘winging it’ type of person so I don’t do loads of batch cooking, but what I do is have food in my cupboard, freezer, and fridge that I can put together easily. They said, I am a competent and confident cook and I appreciate not everyone is. Sometimes I’ll batch cook an ingredient . E.g. yesterday I cooked a lot of sweet potatoes and butternut squash so I cooked all of that because I know it’s such a faff to peel and chop them so I just thought I’ll do it all in one go. I used the butternut squash for my evening meal and then the rest of it’s in the fridge for lunches or maybe part the evening meals -that’s my starchy carbs (and also the sweet potato). I needed to use up some eggs because again my daughter is away and she uses a lot of eggs normally and we haven’t been using them up plus it’s been a while since I made mini frittatas. So, I made some whilst in cooking mode with the oven on. So, when it comes to breakfast and lunch, I’ve got something I can grab from the fridge. Then I can just pair it with things I’ve already got. You don’t have to plan and prepare every single meal of every single day but it’s useful to have a few ideas of what you’re eating and I’ll say this again in the future but if you consider which meal is your biggest obstacle e.g. a healthy breakfast, and plan a few breakfasts. Breakfast is a good one to plan to keep you on track. What do you plan and batch cook? Or do you wing it?

18/07/2025

Why it’s important to lose weight safely
Sometimes people ask me to hypnotise them to eat less -which is a bit of a red flag! You might not need to ‘eat less’. Remember weight loss is not just ‘eat less move more’ and ‘calories in calories out’. See my other video and posts on this but there can be other issues getting in the way such as metabolic issues, thyroid etc.
Losing weight safely means you don’t deprive yourself of essential nutrients. A side-effect from weight loss can be a loss of muscle-mass. Good muscle mass is associated with healthy aging in terms of preventing frailty, strengthening bones (and preventing osteoporosis) and keeping good cognitive function. In men, muscle mass supports good testosterone. Muscle is also a metabolic organic and supports fat burning (among other functions).
It's also important not to cut out fat from the diet. It’s so important for hormones and brain health (and more). Many nutrients need fat in the diet so they can be absorbed -including vitamin D which also supports metabolic health (and weight loss).
If you’re on a restrictive diet -maybe from low calories, lots of fasting or on weight-loss medication, it’s important to ensure the foods you do eat are nutrient-dense and not low in essential nutrients. You may not notice any immediate ill effects from nutrients being low, but in the long term this can impact heart health, brain health, bone health and more.
I can support weight loss with hypnotherapy -particularly for habits, cravings, sugar addiction etc but a combined approach, including the nutrition piece, is very helpful, thorough and ensures you’re including all the nutrients you need. Feel free to get in touch and ask for more info.

16/07/2025

Working with and supporting people is such a privilege and I am so grateful when someone chooses me to work with them. It was a pleasure to work with this lovely client and I am always so grateful for a review. I think people sometimes forget that you’re just a one-lady-band. It’s literally just me doing all the jobs -me a mere human! 😆. We have to compete with AI now too🤦🏻‍♀️.

15/07/2025

Five Ways I’ve Reduced My Toxic Load

As a healthy nutritionist not on medication or hormones, I’ve made lots of small swaps over the years to reduce my toxic load. Toxins can affect hormones, mental health (through neuroinflammation), digestion and immunity, and may contribute to disease risk. These are just a few things I’ve changed:
1. Switched to fragrance-free products at home including laundry and washing-up liquid.
2. Use aluminium-free deodorant. It’s not the same as antiperspirant, but I’m happy to make that choice.
3. Got rid of non-stick pans. I use stainless steel or cast iron. More soaking, but worth it.
4. Swapped to fluoride-free toothpaste. My teeth are still strong and healthy. There are other ways to support oral health.
5. Stopped using nail polish. It’s one of the most toxic products out there. That said, I did wear some recently for a special birthday treat.

I’m not perfect. I still colour my hair and occasionally enjoy drinks with friends. But it’s about balance and making conscious choices where I can.

Have you made any swaps to reduce your toxic load?

04/07/2025

Looking for calm? Here’s some slightly different mindfulness practices for the outdoors.

1. Breath🌬️-Temperature AwarenessNotice the feel of cool or warm air as you breathe in through your nose. A subtle outdoor grounding practice -especially useful when anxious.

🪵 2. Sit Spot PracticePick one place outside to return to regularly e.g. a bench, a tree, a garden spot. Notice how the surroundings change over time. It deepens connection and brings a sense of peace and familiarity
🌧 3. Gentle Exposure to the ElementsTry being outside in light rain or cool wind (safely). It expands comfort zones, builds resilience, and wakes up the senses.Have you tried any of these? Let me know below.Nature has more to offer than we think 🌿

25/06/2025

How do you know if a food is healthy?🤷🏻‍♀️
With so much conflicting info, it can be hard to tell. But here’s a simple rule: the more natural and recognisable the food is, the more likely it is to support your health.

✅ Start with the ingredients list -if it has a long list of unrecognisable names, it’s probably best avoided (unless it’s a wholesome ready meal with veg and herbs).
⚠️ Don’t rely on the traffic light system -it can be misleading. Olive oil or nuts often get a red light, but that doesn’t mean they’re unhealthy.
🍞 Bread is a good example -it doesn’t resemble its original form (wheat), and it’s often highly refined and sprayed. If you do eat it, look for fewer ingredients or try sourdough, which can be easier to digest.
🥩 Also think: have we eaten this for thousands of years? Meat, for instance, has been part of the human diet for ages -just choose better quality, unprocessed options.

If in doubt, ask yourself: Is this food close to its natural state? That’s a great place to start.

Next time I’ll talk about fats – another area full of confusion!

24/06/2025

Are you subscribed to my monthly newsletter? 💻
July’s🍓edition focuses on supporting IBS and digestive health. The recipe is for this frozen berry cashew cream.

My newsletter is out on the 1st of every month and the next one is out on Tuesday 1st July.

Subscribers and clients get an on-going 10% discount code for the Natural Dispensary and at exciting health store ‘Healf’. Plus 20%discount at Hydrogen Health.

I send a newsletter once a month (with a blog and recipe) but occasionally I might share news or an event.

Subscribing via my website www.katedimmer.com is free. To subscribe head to the contact page on my website katedimmer.com. There’s also pop ups on my website where you can subscribe and download a free Holistic Guide to Supporting IBS and Digestive health or a simple mini relaxation recording. Any problems, get in touch. Thanks for joining me. 🙏

18/06/2025

👌🏻💪Whole food, nourishing protein is a game-changer for general health. Don’t start the day on a sugar high as this will send you on a blood sugar roller coaster. There’s one breakfast I’ve included that could be a carb hit- did you spot it? It’s tricky when we are pushed for time. Also consider your fasting time. Are you over doing it with your fast?

13/06/2025

If “eat less, move more” worked for everyone, weight loss wouldn’t feel so hard. But for many especially women -it’s more complex.

Blood sugar imbalance, thyroid health, stress, sleep, light exposure, and even when you eat can all influence weight. Low-calorie diets, skipping meals, or cutting carbs can backfire especially if your metabolism or hormones are out of sync.

💡 Things to consider:
• Focus on whole foods, not just calories
• Support your thyroid and stress response
• Prioritise sleep and morning daylight
• Build muscle for metabolic health
• Eat in tune with your body (not against it)

Weight loss is often the last thing to happen when the body is trying to feel safe. So rather than another diet, start by nourishing yourself and restoring balance.

✨ Small, realistic steps. That’s how lasting change begins.

10/06/2025

Do spread the word about our event on Saturday to support and inspire those experiencing fatigue. 🙌🏻

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