Ethos

30/10/2025

My next 'Dance of Life' session at Tresmeer village hall.
Do you enjoy movement, free style dance, relaxation through music? These sessions are based on 5Rhythms principals with some biodynamic movements. Induces joy, vitality and deep relaxation at the same time.
Monthly drop-in sessions. For more information call Irena on 07517 449908

28/10/2025

Ethos Nutrition 💚 Self care is not selfish...

25/10/2025

Ethos Nutrition 💚 Another nourishing breakfast idea and seasonal with apples
3 tbsp rolled oats/porridge oats organic
6 tbsp plant milk (almond/oat/coconut)
Soak over-night
In the morning stir in a small pinch of finely milled sea salt
Add more plant milk if necessary.
Add 3 tbsp stewed apples with skin on. No added sugar
Add 1-2 tsp nuts of choice (walnuts, Brazil nuts, almonds, pistachio or hazelnuts)
Serve with 1/4 tsp or less freshly & finely grated zest from organic lemon and sprinkle with fresh pomegranate seeds
(1 tsp raw honey optional)
This particular breakfast is light to digest and very supportive to gut health and cardiovascular health.
Rich in fibre, minerals, vitamins, proteins, healthy fats and antioxidants

22/10/2025

Ethos Nutrition 💚 Shop is closed tomorrow all day but open Friday 10.15am to 1pm instead and open Saturday 12 to 3pm. Normal opening times next week.

It's this time of year again when coughs and flu goes around. Protect yourself and prevent infection naturally through the winter.
Vitamin D and zinc supplementation are scientifically proven to strengthen immune system to prevent infections. A minimum of 1000iU vitamin D daily is recommended. Another natural remedy to defend and prevent infection is echinacea. Ideal to take just before going out mixing with people.
If you are on medication check with Irena or a health practitioner first.

21/10/2025

Just to say shop opens today at 11am 💜

20/10/2025

World Osteoporosis Day 💚 Osteoporosis is a bone condition where bone density or bone mass is low and where bone micro-architecture deteriorates. Consequently risk of fractures is increased.
There are many aspects to this condition looking at root causes.
Main nutrients for bone structure and density are: Collagen, magnesium, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin K, boron, zinc, manganese & protein.
Also, it is important to look at what drives mineral excretion via urine causing mineral loss. And there are 2 main bone cells: osteoblasts & osteoclasts. Osteoblasts build the bone and increase density & osteoclasts dissolve bone minerals and proteins. They need to be in balance for healthy bones & structure. But imbalance is created by following risk factors:
- Nutrient deficiency
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Early menopause
- Coffee and alcohol
- High calcium diet or calcium supplements including Adcal
- High protein diet
- Inflammatory diet (unhealthy fats, no vegetables, processed foods, deep fried, high in refined carbohydrates, food intolereance)
- Acidic diet (diet with no greens or vegetables)
- Carbonated drinks
- High prolonged stress
- PPI's and corticosteroids drugs
- Smoking
For more information and info of our upcoming osteoporosis talk contact Irena on 07517 449908

18/10/2025

16/10/2025

Ethos Nutrition 💚 What is it about breakfast?? In Traditional Chinese Medicine the digestive system is the strongest in the morning. Hormonal balance for the day such as insulin starts in the morning. Mood balance for the day also starts in the morning.
So what is a good breakfast?
You don't need a huge breakfast. One breakfast-plate size is enough. I recommend to include some protein, 3-5 different plant foods, fibre, good fats, small amount of carbs and preferably fresh ingredients & unprocessed. Best to vary breakfasts between 2-4 different ones a week to add diversity of nutrients to your diet.

This is one of my favourite breakfasts. It is nourishing and keeps you sated for a long time.
1-2 eggs fried in grass-fed butter, 1 gluten free toast buttered, 1/2 avocado chopped, steamed sugar snaps, spring onions & parsley chopped & half fresh (or cooked) tomato. Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper to season.
(The only processed food here is the gluten free bread. Choose one without E numbers and without preservatives. Best to make you own).

Next week I will share another wholesome breakfast.

14/10/2025

Ethos Nutrition 💚 I got space for some new clients in Launceston, in Bude or online.
Welcome to Ethos Nutrition - the home for Functional & Naturopathic Nutrition and Lifestyle Therapy.
I have trained in biomedicine, anatomy, biochemistry, pharmacology, functional & naturopathic nutrition, lifestyle therapy and biodynamic movement & dance.

• Feeling stuck with persistent and unwelcome symptoms despite trying endless medications?
• Tired of suffering from ill health?
• Feeling overwhelmed by the vast amount of information and advice on
managing health problems with dieting and nutrition?

I offer a free 20-minute discovery call on 07517 449908 OR pop in to see me at Unit 8 in the Market House Arcade, Launceston.

I specialise in metabolic health disorders including thyroid, women's health, and digestive disorders.

11/10/2025

In this video you hear about my 'Dance of Life sessions I'm running in Tresmeer village hall and sometimes in Okehampton also. By the way I have moved the Launceston class to Tresmeer now.
It's a bit like a dance-journey.
This dance system helps to regulate the nervous system, it supports balance, it regulates mood, it builds up vitality, it induces joy and can be rejuvenating.
Next session in Tresmeer is on Fri 14th Nov 7.15pm. Or in Okehampton Fri 24th Oct 7pm.
Wear comfy clothing and bring a bottle of water and a mat (optional). Only £8 (cash only).
For more information call 07517 449908

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day 💚 As a nutritional & wellbeing therapist I understand and know that there are more than one aspect to mental health. There are diet & nutrition, social interaction, self-love & self-care, integration, body work &/or exercise, and working towards a goal to give purpose.
The nutrition & lifestyle aspect play a vital role and is often underestimated. For example vitamin D deficiency & insufficiency is quite common in this country and goes unnoticed. There is a direct link between vitamin D deficiency and mental health.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11202759/
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2024.1451037/full
Vitamin D we mostly get from direct exposure to the sun (important to not get burnt though). Some vitamin D we can get from foods such as oily fish. Topping up on vitamin D over the winter months is highly recommended.

Another common nutrient deficiency or insufficiency is magnesium (Mg), which can also be linked to mental health.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31261707/
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0180067
Mg is found in green leafy vegetables (preferably organic), in seeds and cacao, although if the soil it is grown in, is depleted in Mg, then content of Mg in those foods will be low as well. Mg is involved in about 500 different enzymatic & biochemical processes in human body, some of them linked to mental health. If Mg blood test result shows sufficient levels that does not mean that Mg levels in tissue are adequate. For magnesium supplementation it is recommended to choose the right one from a range of about 6-7 different ones.
For more advice or to book a talk on mental health & nutrition please contact me on 07517 449908
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