Nurturing Nutrition with Jane Barrett

Nurturing Nutrition with Jane Barrett Nutritional Therapist, helping adults & children to improve their digestive health through food.

WEDNESDAY WISDOM🧠⚡ Feeling foggy or unmotivated? Your gut might be to blame.Your gut produces key neurotransmitters like...
23/07/2025

WEDNESDAY WISDOM

🧠⚡ Feeling foggy or unmotivated? Your gut might be to blame.

Your gut produces key neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin — chemicals that drive focus, mood, and motivation. When your gut microbiome is balanced, it supports sharp thinking, better memory, and the drive to tackle your day.

But an unhealthy gut can lead to brain fog, low motivation, and mental fatigue.

Want to boost your brainpower and get back that spark? Start by healing your gut. Your mind will thank you! 🌿

Peppermint. Friend or foe?Lots of people like to drink peppermint tea as a nice alternative to regular tea or coffee. I...
22/07/2025

Peppermint. Friend or foe?

Lots of people like to drink peppermint tea as a nice alternative to regular tea or coffee. It's one of my faves, I grow it in the garden (see photo).

Whilst peppermint is great for relieving wind and abdominal bloating it may not be as good if you suffer from heartburn. Peppermint can relax the muscle controlling the flow of food between the oesophagus and the stomach and can increase the risk of reflux occurring.

Is coffee causing you to suffer with heartburn?Many people cannot function without their daily coffee to give them a boo...
21/07/2025

Is coffee causing you to suffer with heartburn?

Many people cannot function without their daily coffee to give them a boost and make them feel more alert. For many it is a ritual, much loved.

But did you know that the caffeine in coffee can make heartburn symptoms worse?

If you suffer from severe reflux and drink coffee you may want to reduce your consumption and see how it helps.

Now let's talk about chocolate! (it was alcohol yesterday)Who doesn’t love a nice piece of chocolate? I'm first in the ...
18/07/2025

Now let's talk about chocolate! (it was alcohol yesterday)

Who doesn’t love a nice piece of chocolate? I'm first in the queue when (quality dark) choc is being dished out! 😎

Did you know however that as well as making us feel happy it can also increase the risk of acid reflux. ☹️

Chocolate can relax the muscle at the top of the stomach which is designed to keep things from coming back into the oesophagus.

If you have reflux it might be worth minimising your intake especially if you notice it increase your symptoms.

Chocolate of the commercial variety (think brands that advertise on TV or that you grew up with!) also has many other ingredients that are not very gut friendly anyway.

Two more reflux tips coming Monday & Tuesday.

Let’s talk about alcohol!The unexpected effect of alcohol on heartburn and acid reflux. We all know that too much alcoho...
17/07/2025

Let’s talk about alcohol!

The unexpected effect of alcohol on heartburn and acid reflux.

We all know that too much alcohol is bad for the liver but did you know it also isn’t great if you suffer from heartburn or silent reflux (scroll back on my page for the last 3 days of silent reflux tips)...

There is a muscle between the windpipe (oesophagus) and the top of the stomach.

Its job is to open to allow food into the stomach and then close to keep it there.

When this muscle becomes weak or damaged the risk of the stomach contents coming back into the windpipe is high.

Alcohol relaxes this muscle and can make reflux worse. If you have reflux consider reducing your alcohol intake and especially reduce consumption late in the evening before bed.

WEDNESDAY WISDOM🦷🌿 Did you know your gut health affects your smile?A balanced gut microbiome helps keep harmful bacteria...
16/07/2025

WEDNESDAY WISDOM

🦷🌿 Did you know your gut health affects your smile?

A balanced gut microbiome helps keep harmful bacteria in check — not just in your gut but also in your mouth. Poor gut health can lead to inflammation and an overgrowth of bad bacteria, which may contribute to gum disease, cavities, and bad breath.

Taking care of your gut means supporting your oral health from the inside out — for a healthier smile and fresher breath.

Healthy gut, happy mouth! 😁

Silent reflux tip 3:Sleep on your left-hand side. When you sleep on your left-hand side the stomach position changes mak...
15/07/2025

Silent reflux tip 3:

Sleep on your left-hand side. When you sleep on your left-hand side the stomach position changes making it harder for the stomach contents to flow back up in the throat. Your stomach should be lower than your oesophagus when lying down.

If you are experiencing reflux issues then as an accredited reflux practitioner I can help with this. Pop the word reflux in the comments and I will be sure to let you know how I can help you.

Silent reflux tip 2:Raise the head of the bed by 4-6 inches this can be done using bricks or books under the head end of...
15/07/2025

Silent reflux tip 2:

Raise the head of the bed by 4-6 inches this can be done using bricks or books under the head end of the bed.

N.B. I thought this photo of a raised bed was nicer than a bedroom photo! 😆

Alternatively, you can opt for a wedge-shaped pillow instead.

More tips to come this week....

Silent reflux tip 1:Make sure you eat at least three hours before bed to ensure that the stomach has emptied reducing th...
14/07/2025

Silent reflux tip 1:

Make sure you eat at least three hours before bed to ensure that the stomach has emptied reducing the risk of silent reflux.

More tips to come this week....

Have you heard the phrase you are what you eat?I am sure you have but as important as what you choose to eat is how you ...
03/07/2025

Have you heard the phrase you are what you eat?

I am sure you have but as important as what you choose to eat is how you choose to eat it.

So many people grab food on the go with very little planning or thought or shovel it in without thinking.

This means that we lose the phase of digestion known as the cephalic phase.

This is where the brain reacts in anticipation of eating and starts the production of acid and other digestive processes.

This takes 20-30 minutes and is a key part of effective digestion.

What's more it's totally free!

This is explained (and more) in my masterclass which is free to watch here...
https://nurturingnutrition.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1095229

Keep healthy, Jane

BLOG POSTDelicious chocolatey treats that feel so naughty, yet are packed with wholesome and satisfying ingredients. Wha...
02/07/2025

BLOG POST

Delicious chocolatey treats that feel so naughty, yet are packed with wholesome and satisfying ingredients. What’s not to love about Paradise Squares?!

Sometimes, another green smoothie or vegetable-heavy stir fry is just not ticking the munchies box and we yearn for a naughty comfort treat. That’s normal (even for very healthy eaters) you just need to ensure that you have nutritious alternatives for when the munchies strike!

All the ingredients are wholesome and raw, full of nutrients and nut-free. Many of the healthy alternative treats currently doing the rounds on social media are made with dates and nuts, so this makes a refreshing change and of course, it looks and tastes like the well-known chocolate bar, yet so much better for you!

https://www.nurturingnutrition.co.uk/paradise-squares/

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