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Josie de Vries - Nutritional Therapist

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Josie de Vries - Nutritional Therapist

Professional guidance for a balanced lifestyle and improved well-being through nutrition. There won't be any strict diets or cutting out all the foods you love.

As a nutritional therapist, my main goal is to guide you towards becoming the best version of yourself. I base my knowledge on evidence-based research and my own personal experience. Having personally gone through a complete lifestyle change, I understand first-hand the positive impact a healthy lifestyle can have. In my practice, I take a holistic approach, considering both nutrition and lifestyle factors. Instead, we will focus on understanding your body's specific needs to provide the help you need. I firmly believe in the power of working together and that achieving your health goals is always a result of strong collaboration.

03/12/2025

December should be fun, right?

But then work deadlines pile up, dinner parties, cocktail evenings, hosting friends and family, last-minute shopping, and everywhere you look there’s mince pies, mulled wine, and chocolate.
Your body gets absolutely overloaded.

So here’s what I do to actually enjoy December without feeling like I’m falling apart:

I say no to things that feel like too much (yes, even some parties).

I move slower, not harder.

I eat MORE real food, not less.

I protect my morning routine like it’s sacred.

I’m in bed by 10pm.

Sounds counterintuitive when there’s so much to do, right?

But when your nervous system is already drowning in deadlines, social commitments, and sugar, these aren’t “weird”, they’re survival.

When you stop trying to do it all and start actually supporting your body, you can finally enjoy December.

Save this for the week when you need the reminder that saying no and slowing down isn’t missing out, it’s the only way to actually be present for the stuff that matters.

11/09/2025

Do you need specialised help with bloating? My honest answer: not everyone...

But if your uniform feels tight before service even starts and generic health advice isn’t cutting it, then keep reading.

After 12+ years as chief stew, I know exactly why female yachties struggle with this, and what actually works.

Swipe to see if Beat Bloating On Board is right for you ➡️

Comment ‘HELP’ to see if this course could change everything for you 💪🏻

17/08/2025

It’s easy to forget your own dreams when you’re working week after week on board, staying up late, putting everyone else first, and running on autopilot. But you deserve more than just getting by.

What’s your biggest desire right now? More energy, calm mornings, clothes that fit better, feeling good in your skin, a mind that’s actually rested, or maybe just making it through a season feeling proud of how you treated yourself?

Whatever it is, it’s possible. Change doesn’t have to be dramatic or perfect. Small choices each day add up, and you get to put yourself first, even in the middle of yacht chaos.

You’re allowed to have goals beyond the next charter or tip. Your healthiest, happiest yacht life is worth chasing. And you’ve already got what it takes.
Rooting for you, always. 🩷

15/08/2025

Mid-season isn’t just about tired feet and messy cabins. It’s when your stress hormones go wild, blood sugar crashes sneak up, and even a simple breakfast can leave you feeling bloated.

Did you know long hours, chaotic shifts, and poor sleep trigger cortisol spikes that actually make cravings and mood swings worse?
That’s why “just one more coffee” or a packet of biscuits isn’t the fix your body needs, even if it feels good in the moment.

Small reset rituals help your system recover fast.
My go-to is the 5-minute morning routine from the Yacht Crew Emergency Kit: fresh air, deep breathing, a real drink of water, and a sneaky stretch, wherever you can find space on board.

Want more crew-specific hacks to beat the mid-season bloat and blues?
DM me “EMERGENCY” for my free kit: audio mini-training and checklist you can start today.

Your energy (and gut) will thank you. 🩷

03/08/2025

Sunday reflection: What this week's conversations taught me about female yachtie health 🩷

This week we've talked about healthcare dismissal, gut chaos, panic attacks, cortisol overload, post-charter depression, and broken nervous systems.
But here's what I want you to understand: it's all connected.

Your nervous system stuck in fight-or-flight → triggers chronic cortisol → shuts down gut bacteria → reduces serotonin → makes you anxious/depressed → keeps your nervous system wired → and the cycle continues.

Your missing periods, painful cramps, bloating, mood swings, anxiety, and that post-charter emotional heaviness? All symptoms of the same root problem: your body thinking it's under constant threat.

THE YACHT CREW REALITY:
We work in an environment that keeps all three systems in chaos for months. Then wonder why we feel broken.
You're not broken, babe. You're human.
Your body's protecting you from what it perceives as danger. It can't tell the difference between serving demanding guests and actual life-threatening situations.

HERE'S WHAT I'VE LEARNED:
You can't fix hormones without calming your nervous system. Can't heal your gut without managing stress. Can't feel mentally stable without supporting all three together.

This is why generic health advice doesn't work for us. Why doctors don't understand. Why you can eat perfectly and still feel rubbish.

Thank you for sharing your stories this week. For being vulnerable about panic attacks, period problems, post-charter depression, and constant stress.
Your health matters. Your struggles are valid. You're not alone.

What's been your biggest takeaway? 👇🏻

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Shoreham-By-Sea

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Monday	10am - 8pm
Tuesday	10am - 8pm
Wednesday	10am - 8pm
Thursday	10am - 8pm
Friday	10am - 8pm

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+447760117993

Website

http://josiedevries.com/

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