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Kelly Hafner Nutrition

Registered Nutritionist mBANT, rCNHC, mANP, mIFM I currently offer consultations in central London and online.
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I am a member of the British Association for Applied Nutrition & Nutritional Therapy (BANT), The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and registered with the Complementary and Natural Health Care Council.

24/08/2025

Uncover the surprising ways your mind and body are connected! 🌱 's thought-provoking read explores the intricate relationships between your immune system, thoughts, feelings, and daily habits, and their impact on your resilience and aging.

18/05/2025

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23/07/2024

Eating locally and seasonally is a fantastic way to enjoy the freshest, most nutritious foods.

Redcurrants, in season during the summer, are rich in antioxidants that help protect our bodies from oxidative stress.

A recent study from researchers at Hacettepe University in Turkey highlighted the antioxidant capacity of produce based on colour, emphasizing the powerful benefits of red/blue/purple . The study found that these colourful foods are particularly effective in boosting our antioxidant status, contributing to reduced inflammation and lower risk of chronic disease.

Embrace the season and add some locally grown redcurrants to your diet for a burst of flavour and health!

09/11/2023

Cruciferous Rainbow 🌈

Consumption of cruciferous vegetables has long been associated with a reduced risk of several chronic diseases.

This can be contributed in part to a bioactive compound derived from cruciferous veg called sulforaphane. This powerful compound has been shown to positively influence genetic expression, reduce inflammation, encourage favourable oestrogen metabolism and support detoxification.

Also, consuming different coloured varieties of the same vegetable provides a wider range of phytonutrients which feed the beneficial bacteria in the gut and help to increase diversity in the microbiome.

Top tip - the action of chopping or chewing activates the enzyme needed to produce sulforaphane from cruciferous veg while sustained boiling or heat can inactivate the enzyme. I recommend chopping your veg and letting it sit for 30 min before lightly steaming.

23/10/2023

With the weather getting cooler, it’s the perfect time to incorporate more nutrient-dense soups like this one into your diet.

Watercress has bitter properties which help to stimulate digestion and absorption, promote satiety and according to Dr Jeffrey Bland, may help to rejuvenate the immune system:

Watercress also contains:

✅Isothiocyanates which may help to prevent cancer
✅ Sulforaphane which supports detoxification of harmful oestrogens
✅Lutein and xeaxanthin for eye health
✅ Vit C for immunity and collagen production
✅Nitrates for improved blood flow and exercise performance

Do you regularly include watercress in your diet? Let me know by commenting ⬇️

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04/09/2023

I took my favourite buckwheat pancake recipe and supercharged it by using Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat

Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat (HTB) has over 100 phytonutrients and may help to rejuvenate the immune system. Due to the presence of a unique plant nutrient called 2-HOBA, HTB may also help to reduce biological ageing by protecting the body’s proteins from biological ageing processes.

HTB is rich in quercetin, rutin and luteolin, polyphenols which may help to coordinate an effective immune response, lower blood pressure, improve blood vessel function and reduce cholesterol levels.

Rutin and the high-fibre content of HTB may also help to increase insulin sensitivity and improve weight loss.

Here is the recipe:

Dry ingredients:

1/2 c Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat
1/2 c regular buckwheat flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 fine sea salt
1 tsp ceylon cinnamon

Wet ingredients:

3/4 c plant milk (plus more if too thick)
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional:

Chocolate chips or wild blueberries to add to batter.

Mix dry ingredients, add wet and stir until mixed through. Heat skillet with a little coconut oil cuisine and drop 1/4 c of pancake batter onto heated skillet. Cook for a few minutes and flip to cook the other side. Repeat until done and enjoy 😊

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1756464616302122

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32739818/

31/08/2023

I am so grateful when I receive messages like this 🙏🏻 However, my advice is only one piece of the puzzle. Establishing a positive therapeutic relationship built on collaboration and trust is key. The real credit goes to lovely clients like this that put in the hard work and make the changes necessary to achieve their goals ❤️

24/07/2023

BEET GREENS sautéed with a little EVOO & fresh garlic. To retain the medicinal benefits of garlic, press or chop garlic 20 min before cooking and add to your dish at the very end for just a few minutes, being careful not to overcook.

The benefits of beet greens are numerous!

Folate supports cardiovascular and reproductive health.

Lutein & Zeaxanthin protect and support vision.

Calcium, Vitamin K and manganese help to maintain healthy bones.

Vitamin C supports the immune system, adrenal glands (stress support) and collagen production.

Fibre helps to keep digestion running smoothly and supports detoxification.

You can add beet greens to salads, soups and stews, enjoy them juiced, in smoothies or simply sauté and enjoy as a side dish.

07/05/2023

PURPLE FOODS AND MENTAL HEALTH

Did you know that purple plant foods contain compounds that support cognition and mental health?

Foods like blueberries, purple grapes, purple carrots and purple sprouting broccoli (in season now!) contain mood and brain modulating flavonoids that help to support learning, cognition and mood and may even help to reduce anxiety through their ability to bind to GABA (our calming neurotransmitter) receptors in the brain.

Minich DM. A Review of the Science of Colorful, Plant-Based Food and Practical Strategies for "Eating the Rainbow". J Nutr Metab. 2019 Jun 2;2019:2125070. doi: 10.1155/2019/2125070. Erratum in: J Nutr Metab. 2020 Nov 28;2020:5631762. PMID: 33414957; PMCID: PMC7770496.

29/09/2022

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04/09/2022

Lions Mane Mushroom 🍄

I was surprised to find this amazing mushroom at my local farmers market today! It was quite timely after spending yesterday at the IHCAN Conference learning all about brain health and the latest research in Alzheimer’s Disease 🧠

Lions Mane may be a powerful adjunct in supporting brain health due to its high polyphenol content and ability to increase levels of key antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase(SOD), catalase (CAT) and glutathione (GSH).

This is especially relevant because oxidative stress and inflammation are closely linked to neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s.

Not quite sure what to do with it though! am thinking I may blend it into cauliflower soup or add it to a stir-fry.

Please comment below and lmk if you have cooked with Lion’s Mane or if you have any suggestions!

01/08/2022

Including a variety of colourful plant foods in your diet each week has been shown to increase both the number and species of beneficial bacteria in the gut, this is referred to as microbiome diversity.

So, why is this important and what do these friendly bacteria do for us??

🦠 They support a healthy and balanced immune response
🦠 They reduce allergies and hypersensitivity responses
🦠 They support the integrity of the intestinal lining
🦠 They crowd out potentially harmful bacteria
🦠 They modulate inflammation
🦠 They produce B vitamins and Vit K
🦠 Impact mental health via the gut-brain axis
🦠 They improve blood sugar regulation and insulin sensitivity

And more!

The magic happens when you include 30+ different plant foods per week. Additionally, including colourful plant foods has been shown to positively influence genetic expression. 🧬

If you’d like to learn more, check out my recent series of blog posts at www.DNApal.me

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8070776/

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Hi, my name is Kelly and I am a Registered Nutritionist and Functional Medicine Practitioner. I love helping my clients along their health journey to reach a place where they feel their best and therefore are able to give their best to the people and things that they love! My approach to nutrition is based on the principle that each person is unique and there is no one diet that suits everyone. With nutrition science and evidence-based research at the core of what I do, I also look at other aspects of a person’s lifestyle including sleep, movement and stress management to formulate a holistic plan that will empower my clients towards lasting change. I currently see clients in central London and remotely via Skype. I am a member of the British Association for Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine (BANT) , The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and registered with the Complimentary and Natural Health Care Council.