Especially Health

Especially Health Your local, independent health food store.

Offering organic whole foods, natural cosmetics, sustainable home supplies, supplements, and practitioner provided treatments.

23/04/2026

Looking for an easy way to upgrade your health?! Then look no further…

Blending Eastern and Western modalities, Plant People was launched in 2018 by co-founders Hudson & Gabe, in the unwavering belief that nature will always hold the power to heal.

Operating with integrity, heart, compassion, and a commitment to both the community and the planet, they invested in regenerative, organic, biodiverse farming practices in order to develop a range of high-quality, delicious, natural supplements.

All 100% vegan and gluten-free, they’re an easy way to support your wellbeing.

Why not try:

Wonder Day Mushroom Gummies
A delicious chef-crafted complex comprising of eight functional mushrooms for whole body balance.

Wonder Focus Mushroom Gummies
A daily gummy packed full of mushrooms, herbs, and vitamins to support cognition, brain health, energy levels, and focus.

Wonder Greens Super Veggie Gummies
A daily antioxidant, gut support, and phytonutrient powerhouse, full of leafy greens and vitamins, for optimal foundational nutrition.

Wonder Burn Metabolism Gummies
A daily metabolic-boosting, belly-fat burning, appetite suppressing blend of clinically-studied herb extracts, minerals, apple cider vinegar, and Gynostemma Pentaphyllium.

Wonder Sleep Mushroom Gummies
A mushroom and herb blend gummy to support healthy rest and relaxation, providing restorative, soothing sleep and a good mood.

Wonder Calm Mushroom Gummies
Gummies packed full of super mushrooms and herbs to help ease stress whilst promoting a good mood, sense of calm, and relaxation.

And there’s even an option for children!

Wonder Greens Super Veggie Gummies
An antioxidant, gut support, and phytonutrient for kids aged 4 years and over, packed full of leafy greens and vitamins to help optimise their nutrition.

Which would you try? Let us know in the comments below and we’ll send you a code for 10% off!

Protein is the foundation of life.It’s not only essential for building and repairing tissue, supporting immune function,...
18/04/2026

Protein is the foundation of life.

It’s not only essential for building and repairing tissue, supporting immune function, as well as producing necessary enzymes and hormones, but as a crucial macronutrient, it also helps to maintain muscle mass, strengthen hair, skin, and nails, boost your metabolism, and provide the amino acids required for growth.

In light of this, Ancient + Brave have created Brave Ancestral Protein, a complete protein powder, blended with collagen peptides, botanicals, cacao, and a host of other nutrient-dense ingredients all designed to give your body the support it needs.

It’s a welcome return to true nourishment that’s inspired by ancestral wisdom, helping you to meet your protein needs with micronutrients from grass-fed, freeze-dried liver and kidney, reduce your fatigue with methylated b-vitamins, support your digestion with Actazin® green kiwifruit, and up your antioxidants with cacao, beetroot, carob, and cinnamon.

Just add a scoop to your smoothie, oats, or yoghurt!

Or, if you’d like to supercharge your hot chocolate, why not try adding a scoop of Ancient + Brave’s Cacao + Collagen.

It’s a delicious blend of luxury raw South American cacao blended with a generous amount of highly absorbable, hydrolysed bovine collagen peptides, designed to nourish your skin from within.

Aside from providing structural support for bones, skin, cartilage, and tendons, the inclusion of adaptogenic Ashwaghanda and organic botanicals, such as nutrient-dense baobab, help to increase your mental well-being whilst also offering prebiotic fibre to keep your gut microbiome thriving.

Simply add 2 teaspoons to a mug of warm milk and enjoy!

Which would you prefer? Let us know in the comments below!

We’re delighted to present this upcoming educational talk on functional mushrooms with the wonderful Antonella Artemisia...
04/04/2026

We’re delighted to present this upcoming educational talk on functional mushrooms with the wonderful Antonella Artemisia Di Cillo on Wednesday, April 29th.

We’ll be exploring their historical use, the key bioactive compounds behind their benefits and practical ways to integrate mushrooms into everyday nutrition.

We’ll additionally cover how to choose high-quality mushroom supplements, what to look for on labels, common pitfalls and important safety considerations.

There will also be a delicious offering of Lion’s Mane infused ceremonial cacao to enjoy during the talk to help with focus and presence.

So, why not come join us to discover the world of functional mushrooms!

About your host, Antonella:

Blending Homeopathy, Herbal Medicine, Functional Mushrooms, Nutrition, Iridology and Bioresonance Hair Testing, Antonella offers unique personalised care in her practice, to support lasting vitality and resilience.

Her work focuses on complex chronic conditions, guiding the body back to balance through bespoke protocols that honour both physical and emotional wellbeing beyond diagnosis.

When: April 29th 2026, 6pm-7:30pm
Where: Especially Health, 119 High Street, Sevenoaks
Price: £21.50 (tickets available through the link in our bio)

Would you like to learn more about medicinal mushrooms? Let us know in the comments below!

27/03/2026

We now have more exhibitors joining us at the Health & Wellness Fair at the Vine on Saturday 30th May. Come and chat to these organisations and find out more about the sports clubs and health services around Sevenoaks.

If your organisation is interested in having a stall, you can email townteam@sevenoakstown.gov.uk

Sevenoaks Medical Centre The Better Body Group Personal Training Sevenoaks Kent County Council Sevenoaks Town Team Especially Health

The human body constantly generates and uses electric currents to function, with the brain, heart, and nerves creating b...
26/03/2026

The human body constantly generates and uses electric currents to function, with the brain, heart, and nerves creating bioelectricity through the movement of charged ions (such as potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium) across cell membranes.

This charge serves to power essential functions, including nerve signal, muscle movement, and heart regulation, making it fundamental to life.

However, many factors can affect the body’s electrical energy, including:

🪫low hydration levels

🪫electrolyte imbalance

🪫lack of movement and physical activity

🪫poor diet and nutrition

🪫stress and lifestyle factors

🪫loss of sleep and jetlag

🪫external electromagnetic felds (EMF)

Grounding (or earthing) is the practice of having direct physical contact with the Earth - such as walking barefoot or swimming in natural bodies of water - in order to transfer the planet’s electrons to the body.

It’s been shown to:

🔋significantly lower chronic inflammation by neutralising free radicals

🔋regulate cortisol levels, reducing anxiety and improving sleep in the process

🔋accelerate recovery time and decrease muscle damage

🔋support the immune system by facilitating the body’s healing processes

🔋lower blood pressure and improve blood circulation

🔋reset the body’s circadian rhythm

It’s completely natural, free, only takes thirty minutes of time spent in nature, and is suitable for everyone…including newborns! 🤲🏼🌱

Do you practice grounding? Let us know in the comments below!

Sunlight is vital for our wellbeing! 🌞🌞It increases the brain’s release of serotonin, the hormone associated with boosti...
21/03/2026

Sunlight is vital for our wellbeing! 🌞

🌞It increases the brain’s release of serotonin, the hormone associated with boosting our mood and helping us feel calm and relaxed, meaning it can help alleviate issues such as depression, anxiety, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

🌞It helps us create vitamin D, which supports the body’s ability to absorb calcium and phosphorous for strong, healthy bones and teeth, whilst also strengthening the immune system.

🌞Natural exposure to sunlight, especially in the morning, can help regulate the body’s circadian rhythm (internal clock), signalling the brain to release melatonin at the right time, leading to better, deeper sleep at night.

🌞Exposure can even cause the release of nitric oxide into the bloodstream, which can help lower blood pressure and improve heart health.

🌞UV light can actually help improve certain skin conditions, such as psoriasis.

Whether at home or abroad, just ten to thirty minutes of moderate sun exposure, several times a week, is sufficient to reap these rewards, all you need do is get OUTSIDE and enjoy!

But, if you’re intending to spend longer in the sun - and really, why not! - then we highly recommend using a natural, mineral sunscreen to help protect your skin from damage.

Whilst we know there are PLENTY of sunscreens to choose from, we personally like Sol De Ibiza, as they offer a range of broad-spectrum (meaning they protect from both UVA and UVB), non-nano zinc oxide formulas, which are completely natural (no nasty chemicals or synthetic fragrances, like traditional sunscreens), certified organic, vegan, AND zero-waste!

So, good for you AND the environment, what’s not to love! 🥰

Have you been enjoying the sunshine lately?

You may have noticed the increase in popularity of fermented foods in recent years, as more and more people have chosen ...
14/03/2026

You may have noticed the increase in popularity of fermented foods in recent years, as more and more people have chosen to incorporate them into their diet for health reasons.

But you may still be wondering what those are exactly, so let us explain.

Essentially, fermented foods are produced through controlled microbial growth, with Lactobacillus bacteria or yeast being added in order to break down their sugars or starches into alcohol or acid (like lactic acid), so as to preserve them.

This process often creates probiotics (beneficial live bacteria) which help to restore balance in the gut’s microbiome by increasing microbial diversity and combating harmful microbes, serving to improve digestion and reduce inflammation.

Fermentation also breaks down nutrients, increasing the bioavailability of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, B vitamins, and K2, whilst removing ‘anti-nutrients’ that can hinder absorption, making them easier to digest.

Most importantly though, as a significant portion of the immune system lives in the gut, consuming fermented foods can help to train and support immune cells, strengthening immunity.

There is a wide range of fermented foods to choose from, all of which can be easily incorporated into your diet and made yourself at home: kefir, yoghurt, sauerkraut, kimchi, pickles, tempeh, miso, natto, kombucha, sourdough, vinegar.

Personally, we love making red cabbage sauerkraut, inhaling miso ramen, and sipping kombucha.

What about you, do you have a favourite?

Meet the team! ☺️Especially Health wouldn’t work without each one bringing their own special flavour to the space. 🥹❤️✨C...
07/03/2026

Meet the team! ☺️

Especially Health wouldn’t work without each one bringing their own special flavour to the space. 🥹❤️✨

Can you tell who’s who? 🤭

Born from a deep love and respect for the power of nature, along with a realisation about the negative impact on our bod...
01/03/2026

Born from a deep love and respect for the power of nature, along with a realisation about the negative impact on our bodies from the toxic load we’re continually exposed to in our everyday lives, especially from most mainstream cosmetics, Catherine Farrant founded Fierce Nature.

A collection of natural skincare products, all handmade in the UK using only naturally sourced ingredients, with organic tallow as the foundation.

Tallow - a rendered, solid fat derived from grass-fed, organic cattle - is a nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory, natural substance that has been used for centuries as an emollient, with its bioavailability helping to feed skin, leaving it smoother, richer, and well nourished.

Containing high volumes of vitamins A, D, E, and K, applying Tallow to your skin - your body’s largest organ - can help:

🌱Prevent breakouts

🌱Heal dry skin

🌱Boost your immune system

🌱Promote natural healing

🌱Aid skin protection

🌱Promote cell repair

🌱Reduce puffiness and swelling

🌱Boost natural skin oils

🌱Support collagen production

🌱Improve skin texture

🌱Reduce fine lines

And it’s also gentle enough for skin conditions, such as eczema.

With a range of nourishing, contouring, and magnesium balms, Fierce Nature supports you in lowering your toxic load by offering you a return to truly natural skincare.

Have you tried tallow skincare? Let us know what you think in the comments below! 👇🏼

Spotted: Our tote bags enjoying life in the wild! 👀These thick cotton totes are made in India, printed with our graphic ...
28/02/2026

Spotted: Our tote bags enjoying life in the wild! 👀

These thick cotton totes are made in India, printed with our graphic on both sides, and come with conveniently long straps, making them durable and ideal for carrying heavy loads of shopping! 💪🏼🛍️

Plus, they’re great for the environment, as you can use them again and again and again, making them a much better (one-time) investment over continually buying our traditional, recyclable paper bags. 🌎🌱♻️

Do you have one already, or seen them around town? We’d love to know! Send us your snaps and we’ll feature and tag you! ❤️

If you’re looking for a sweet treat, either for yourself or perhaps someone else (Mother’s Day is upon us, after all), t...
21/02/2026

If you’re looking for a sweet treat, either for yourself or perhaps someone else (Mother’s Day is upon us, after all), then look no further than our new delectable range of chocolates!

If you’re a fan of bold flavour, then why not try one of FATSO’s creations.

Their chunky bars are made of the finest Colombian dark chocolate and infused with unique and original flavour combinations you’ve likely never tried before, such as:

🍫HOME RUN - Salted pretzel, whole almond & honeycomb (vegan)

🍫DRUNK’N MONKEY - Spiced rum, banana chip, salted cracker (vegan)

🍫MORN’N GLORY - cornfakes, toast & marmalade (vegan)

🍫NAN’S STASH - peanut, toffee & biscuit

🍫SWEET TART - cherry, almond & shortbread

Or if you’d like something a little more classic and refined, then Bristol based Radek’s Chocolate may have something on offer you’d like.

Whether it’s their baked goods, which include brownies and flapjacks, or their selection of chocolate bars, all of which are vegan, refined sugar free, and made using ethically sourced cocoa beans, there’s bound to be something that peaks your fancy.

They even have a deliciously therapeutic CBD range, infused with cold pressed full spectrum whole plant CBD oil, made from organically grown h**p extract. 🌱

Which would you like to try? Tell us in the comments below and we’ll give you 10% off your favourite! 👇🏼

We’re delighted to introduce you to our new team member, Luca!Raised holistically by her homeopathic mother, who is also...
14/02/2026

We’re delighted to introduce you to our new team member, Luca!

Raised holistically by her homeopathic mother, who is also a Bowen technique practitioner, Luca became aware from an early age that the body always intrinsically knows how to heal and come back into balance - physically, mentally, and emotionally.

As such, she trained and qualified as a Health Coach and Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner, with the aim to support the body in doing so.

She is especially passionate about the female hormonal cycle and routinely offers guidance to women in understanding their bodies, so that they can live in harmony with their natural rhythms.

By taking a fully holistic approach, she helps address not only the apparent physical issue, but also the emotional and energetic root cause behind it, helping people to heal from the inside out.

It is this love of uncovering what the body is really trying to express on a deeper level, that allows her to understand more fully what the body needs on a physical level.

She says that joining the team here at Especially Health has given her an opportunity to deepen her knowledge and engage with a like-minded community, all whilst continuing to offer tailored advice to those in need.

If you’d like some guidance or to just say hi, Luca can be found in-store on Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Alternatively, she runs a private practice, the details of which can be found on her website: www.lucawellbeing.co.uk

Address

119 High Street
Sevenoaks
TN131UP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5:30pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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