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21/12/2025

Wishing all followers, clients & future clients a peaceful Winter Solstice ❄️🌌🕯️

and Merry Christmas to you all 🎄

See you in the New Year!

01/12/2025

No More “New Year, New You” – Start with Christmas and find Balance

Nutrition tips by Ruth Bailey, Hereford Nutritionist on how to have a healthier Christmas...

Transform your health this Christmas with mindful eating, grounding rituals, and nourishing foods for a balanced new year.

31/10/2025

Discover warming, hormone-balancing autumn recipes for women over 40 in Hereford. Support menopause naturally with seasonal foods, spices, and holistic nutrition tips....

Discover nourishing autumn recipes that support hormone balance for women over 40, using local Herefordshire ingredients.

30/09/2025

If you've been struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep at night, you are not alone. Insomnia affects nearly one-third of us, with chronic insomnia impacting our quality of life, mental health, and physical well-being. Whilst stress, screen time, and lifestyle habits are common culprits, what you eat (and when) may also play an important part in how well you sleep....

If you’ve been struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep at night, you are not alone. Insomnia affects nearly one-third of us, with chronic insomnia impacting our quality of life, mental healt…

18/08/2025

In my journey as a Naturopathic Nutritionist, I’ve always believed that health is not just about calories or macros — it's about balance. This belief led me to Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, which views food not only as fuel but as medicine and energy tailored to each individual. Extensive traveling around India over the years and several courses later, I was able to offer an element to my practice which has bought about a deeper connection not only for me and my field of work but also in terms of the changes, satisfaction and progress I see in my clients....

In my journey as a Naturopathic Nutritionist, I’ve always believed that health is not just about calories or macros — it’s about balance. This belief led me to Ayurveda, the ancient Indian sy…

28/07/2025

As a certified nutritionist in Hereford, I frequently get asked questions about Intermittent Fasting (IF)—particularly from women who are curious about its effectiveness and safety. Whilst Intermittent Fasting has become a popular approach to weight management and metabolic health, it’s not without nuance—particularly when it comes to hormonal health and female physiology....

Hands holding knife and fork above alarm clock on a plate on blue background. Intermittent fasting, Ketogenic dieting, weight loss, meal plan, and healthy food concept. As a certified nutritionist …

24/06/2025

If you feel like PMS is taking over your life and your mood swings seem somewhat out of control around your time of the month, it's possible that there may be something more to it. As a nutritionist, I’ve seen how powerful the right diet can be in easing the emotional and physical rollercoaster of PMDD - Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)...

If you feel like PMS is taking over your life and your mood swings seem somewhat out of control around your time of the month, it’s possible that there may be something more to it. As a nutri…

03/06/2025

Summer is on its way and that means — Sunshine, BBQs, and more alfresco eating. Why not skip the alcohol this season and go for something that actually leaves you feeling good. Here are some healthy, alcohol-free summer drinks or "Mocktails" which are hydrating, nutritious, and refreshing. Let’s dive in and find your new go-to favorite. 🥤 Why Go Alcohol-Free This Summer?...

Summer is on its way and that means — Sunshine, BBQs, and more alfresco eating. Why not skip the alcohol this season and go for something that actually leaves you feeling good. Here are some health…

12/05/2025

What Is Oestrogen Dominance? Oestrogen dominance happens when the amount of oestrogen in your body outweighs progesterone. This doesn’t always mean you have too much oestrogen. It just means oestrogen isn’t balanced with progesterone — and that imbalance can cause symptoms. How Do You Know If You're Oestrogen Dominant? You might be oestrogen dominant if you have: Irregular periods or heavy bleeding…...

What Is Oestrogen Dominance? Oestrogen dominance happens when the amount of oestrogen in your body outweighs progesterone. This doesn’t always mean you have too much oestrogen. It just means oestro…

28/04/2025

What Is “Food Noise”? Have you ever felt like food is always on your mind—even when you're not hungry? That constant internal chatter urging you to grab a snack, open the fridge, or “just one more bite”? That’s what people in the wellness field have come to call “food noise.” It’s the mental static that drowns out your true hunger cues, often leading to emotional eating....

What Is “Food Noise”? Have you ever felt like food is always on your mind—even when you’re not hungry? That constant internal chatter urging you to grab a snack, open the fridge, or “just one…

24/04/2025

Many women are misdiagnosed during menopause. Learn how private hormone testing and natural support can help with perimenopause and beyond....

Many women are misdiagnosed during menopause. Learn how private hormone testing and natural support can help with perimenopause and beyond.

22/04/2025

Wondering if you should go gluten-free? Learn the difference between Celiac, gluten sensitivity, and how to support your gut health naturally.

With more information out there than ever on the subject of nutrition you may have seen much on the subject of going “gluten-free”, even if it’s just from passing the gluten-free …