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Melanie Flood Nutrition, Wodeland Avenue, Guildford (2025)

05/09/2025

I thought I’d share this article from the times, unless you have super sonic eyesight I’m sure it is hard to read but essentially the headline is that eating breakfast later is linked to dying sooner!  What are your views on fasting?

The more I work with peri/menopausal clients & the more I research this, particularly for women who train/workout, the more negative my view is of fasting for this demographic. When we fast, it is an additional stressor on our body which we often don’t need, especially when we are so stressed out during the peri/menopausal period. Excess stress (cortisol) often leads to hormonal imbalances and the laying down of fat round the middle.

For men though - that is a completely different story and there is loads of research on the benefits (in fact, most research on fasting is based on men, not women)  Do you fast? Do you see benefits? I would love to hear!  Melanie (Registered Nutritionist)

https://www.thetimes.com/uk/science/article/eating-breakfast-later-linked-dying-sooner-bwvh0qcsm 

05/09/2025

Here is some lovely feedback from some of my clients.

✏️I had the pleasure of working with Melanie and I can confidently say that it was a fantastic experience. From the very first consultation, Melanie took the time to listen to my goals, challenges, and lifestyle, and then provided a personalised plan that was both realistic and effective.

✏️ What I really appreciated was how thorough and knowledgeable Melanie was at explaining not only what foods I should incorporate into my diet but also why they are beneficial. Even when we tried and tested things that didn't work for me, Melanie had alternatives that did work.

✏️The support throughout my journey has been incredible, and I’ve seen noticeable improvements in my energy levels, mood, weight and general health. Melanie is so knowledgeable, kind, patient, and truly passionate about helping people lead healthier lives. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to make positive, sustainable changes to their diet and lifestyle! Rebecca, Chessington

🍃Are you ready to make a change? If nothing changes, nothing changes.

Book a complementary call 📲 https://p.bttr.to/3rdrPYg

Also, don't miss out on my Sugar Free Challenge starting Monday 15th September 2025. Book your space here ➡️ https://l.bttr.to/1EP6J

02/09/2025

🍂Welcome to September! 🍂

📚️I hope for those with children, the return to school goes well.

🫥If you are feeling a little deflated after the summer holidays, perhaps grappling with weight gain and poor energy levels, then join me on my Autumn 5-day Sugar free challenge designed to help you reset and reclaim your vitality after the summer season!

This is a re-run of my previous sugar-free challenge as it’s such a great reset!

🧁It's no secret that our sugar intake has spiralled out of control. When I talk to my clients who have used genetic testing to get to the root cause of their health challenges, deep down, they know that consuming excessive amounts of sugar is doing them and you, no favours. It's time to face the truth: your sugar habit is likely the culprit behind your weight struggles, relentless cravings, and the drain on your energy levels.

What's more, sugar wreaks havoc on your hormones, compounding the challenges you face during perimenopause.

😨But fear not! By eliminating or significantly reducing sugar from your diet, you can experience transformative benefits.

💜I invite you to join my free Sugar-Free Challenge, specifically designed to help you break free from the clutches of sugar, shed a few pounds, and start to feel hormonally balanced!

▶️The challenge starts on Monday 15th September 2025 and it is FREE!!!

Don't miss out go to ➡️ https://l.bttr.to/1EP6J to book your space.

01/09/2025

🌱 Did you know you can boost your health with beetroot?! 🌱 I’m growing copious amounts at our allotment!

Beetroot is a fantastic vegetable for supporting your methylation status and reducing blood pressure. It contains something call betaine, also known as tri-methyl glycine that can really support a dodgy MTHFR gene (if you know, you know!). Find out more about methylation in my FREE genetic testing ebook ➡️ subscribepage.io/jtXcTV

I have recently used beetroot in my clinic with a lovely female client that had very, very high blood pressure.

This was a big worry for her and amongst an array of other dietary and supplementary changes, we introduced a glass of morning and night. The client had her own blood pressure monitor and every time she drank a glass, her blood pressure literally dropped immediately.

Beetroot is amazing for boosting Nitric Oxide production in your body? 🌟 And Nitric Oxide is vital for blood pressure regulation.

Here's why you should add this superfood to your diet:

1. 💪 Improves Blood Flow: Nitric Oxide helps widen blood vessels, enhancing circulation. For men, this means enhanced s*xual function too.
2. 🏃‍♂️ Enhances Exercise Performance: Better blood flow means more oxygen to your muscles, boosting stamina and endurance.
3. ❤️ Supports Heart Health: Keeps your blood pressure in check by improving vascular function.
4. 🧠 Sharpens Cognitive Function: Increased blood flow to the brain can improve focus and cognitive performance.

If you are suffering with high blood pressure, erectile dysfunction, a family history of poor heart health, poor focus and concentration, it may mean you have a wonky MTHFR gene and/or low nitric oxide.

Book my methylation genetic test to find out more about supporting your genes! I offer the methylation test and genes that are recommended by to the UK and worldwide clients.

30/08/2025

Have you thought about doing a genetic test to get the root cause of your hormone imbalances?

One of the hormones that is looked at is oestrogen. Oestrogen is talked about often in the context of HRT & perimenopause, fertility and cancer but what does it actually do?

Oestrogen is crucial for increasing cell growth and production. It regulates the female reproductive system and secondary s*x characteristics like breasts and p***c hair. It also maintains bone density, helps with blood clotting, and affects your skin, hair, mucous membranes, and pelvic muscles.

⏳ Oestrogen levels naturally increase during puberty and pregnancy, start fluctuating during perimenopause and ultimately decrease after menopause. During the menstrual cycle, oestrogen peaks during ovulation and drops if pregnancy doesn’t occur.

⚖️ Oestrogen imbalance can lead to fertility issues, endometriosis, irregular periods, excess facial hair, osteoporosis, heart disease, blood clots, acne, s*xual dysfunction, low libido, mood swings, poor memory, weight gain, and hormone-sensitive cancers.

🧬 Take the Hormones genetic test which includes genes involved in oestrogen production, activation, and elimination. It details how gene variants affect oestrogen balance but most importantly, provides insights into nutrients and environmental factors that can help improve it.

If you are suffering with perimenopause, infertility or oestrogen imbalance symptoms, this is a mind-blowing and super informative test.

Don't miss out! Book your Hormones genetic test today and unlock a deeper understanding of your health.

📘 Download my FREE genetic testing ebook to learn more about how genetic insights can optimize your well-being.

Get your copy now and start your journey to better health!

➡️ subscribepage.io/jtXcTV

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26/08/2025

In my clinic, I am focusing much more on genetic testing as it is such a powerful way of getting to the root cause of health challenges and really fine tuning your nutrition.

One of the tests I use a lot is the methylation test. If you don’t know about methylation and if you love a good podcast, then find the one with and

Here is my summary for you:

Methylation is a process in your body where small molecules called methyl groups are used to control how your genes work.
Methylation happens in almost every chemical reaction in your body, occurring billions of times every second in your cells. It’s crucial for many important functions, including:

❤️ Heart Health - It helps remove a harmful substance called homocysteine, which can damage your arteries and increase inflammation.

🦠 Immune System - It helps renew white blood cells and balance your immune response, so it’s not too strong or too weak.

💥 Energy Production - It provides B vitamins (especially B12) to make energy for your cells, and supports mitochondria, the energy factories in cells.

☠️ Detoxification - It helps produce glutathione, a powerful antioxidant, and nitric oxide for good circulation.

🧠 Mental Health - It helps create neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, and noradrenaline, which are important for motivation, happiness, mood, and creativity.

When your methylation genes are a little bit wonky, it can cause cardiovascular issues, weak immunity, anaemia, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression and much more. Once you find out if your genes are the cause of these conditions, we can work on a personalised plan to overcome them.
All genes tested can be influenced by diet, lifestyle and supplementation – how empowering is that!

If you are interested in genetic testing, then download my FREE genetic testing ebook where I simplify which tests might be best for you.

Go to: subscribepage.io/jtXcTV

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24/08/2025

If you have been celebrating GCSEs and birthdays (or is that just me!!) and fancy a non-alcoholic drink in the mix then here is my favourite summer non-alcoholic celebratory drink courtesy of .

🙏🏼Thanks to Marion I have enjoyed a number of alcohol-free evenings with this lovely drink!

Apple Cider Vinegar Mocktail

🍎2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar (my favourite is from and contains some turmeric, honey and black pepper)
🍋1-2 slices of lemon
🫚1-2 slices of fresh organic ginger
🫗250ml sparkling water (ideally from a glass bottle to reduce your toxic load and support methylation) or tonic water (I like )

Apple cider vinegar is fabulous for supporting your gut health especially those with wonky genes on their FUT or CBS. If you suffer with gut symptoms, consider a genetic methylation test that looks at these genes and start unravelling the root causes of your health challenges.

📖Get my free ebook on genetic testing 🔗subscribepage.io/jtXcTV

20/08/2025

Highlights from my happy place with my happy tribe 🥰❤️🥰🗻🚵‍♂️⛰️🌄🚠🏞️

01/07/2025

☀️ Welcome to July!

🌿A fresh month, a fresh opportunity to support your body from the inside out.

Here’s what I’m focusing on this month in clinic — and what you can try too:

🔬 Methylation matters more than ever during summer:
Warmer weather, social events, BBQs, travel, and late nights can all place added pressure on your methylation pathways, especially if your genes (like MTHFR or COMT) need extra support.

💡 This month I’m supporting clients with:
✔️ Key B vitamins for energy + detox
✔️ Gut-friendly BBQ swaps to support mood + immunity
✔️ Nutrigenomic testing to guide hormone balance through summer
✔️ Lifestyle tweaks to keep stress and histamine in check

📖 Want to understand why methylation is so important for energy, hormones and mood?

👉 Read the full blog here
https://www.melaniefloodnutrition.com/blog/what-is-methylation-and-why-does-it-matter

💻 Or book a 1:1 session to explore your unique genetic code and summer-proof your health.

Wishing you a bright, vibrant, and methylation friendly July!

Melanie x

27/06/2025

🔬 What is Methylation — and Why Should You Care?

You may have never heard of it, but methylation is one of the most important processes in your body.

It affects everything from:
✔️ Energy production
✔️ Mood and stress response
✔️ Detoxification (e.g. hormones, alcohol, toxins)
✔️ Hormone balance and fertility
✔️ Healthy ageing

If methylation isn’t working well, symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, PMS, histamine issues and brain fog can show up — even when blood tests look “normal”.

Learn how it works, why your genes matter, and what to do about it in my latest blog 👇

https://www.melaniefloodnutrition.com/blog/what-is-methylation-and-why-does-it-matter

06/06/2025

Have you signed up to my Happy Hormone Summer Reset?

The Happy Hormone Summer Reset will:

🍏Get your energy back so you can accomplish so much more, whether that’s at work, with the kids or anything else you strive to achieve.
🫚Lose that bloated feeling because you’ll have better digestion – no more looking 6 months pregnant!
🏃🏻‍♀️Rev up your metabolism so you can ditch the extra pounds that have crept on over the last few years.
🍑Have clearer, more radiant skin – even without a trip to the beauty salon.
🛌🏼Sleep more soundly so that you can wake up full of energy instead of dragging yourself out of bed.
🥵Say goodbye to hot flushes and/or intense PMS symptoms, which in turn creates much more peace at home.
🩵And so much more.

I have created my 14-day Happy Hormones Summer Reset with these goals in mind.

🎓️Educate yourself and kick start your journey to hormonal harmony.

Are you ready to experience all this? We start on Monday 9th June with materials released as soon as you sign up!

For more details and to book your place, visit:

https://www.melaniefloodnutrition.com/happy-hormones-summer-reset
https://l.bttr.to/GHhP7

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