Belle Nutrition

09/05/2026

My health retreat essentials …
Liposomal creatine monohydrate - high absorption creatine formula to support endurance, recovery and cognitive performance, super helpful here for steep incline hiking + work output
Cellular Hydration - staying on top of electrolyte balance, especially useful for those with low blood pressure ending each wellness day in the sauna
Curcumin and Turmeric - my go to protection for supporting recovery, joints and those menopausal musculoskeletal niggles
Sleep Mist - I use this throughout the day and a reminder to my central nervous system ‘time to remain calm and methodic’
postbiotic Toothpaste tabs - fluoride free tabs with postbiotics, calcium hydroxyapatite + zinc … sadly have just used my last one, so useful for keeping in your travel bag (with no messy liquids)
Sustainable one piece swim wear by … keeping it chic whilst fast fashion free … made from recycled ocean plastics (i will also make space for this ❤️)
Body brush - as important as my toothbrush - always travel with one for circulation, lymphatic support ~ a grounding self-care ritual
Supplements available under one roof … shop at link in my bio
Love retreat mode = movement, recovery, hydration and calm

02/05/2026

There is something wonderful about fasting in a group.
Today we completed a 7 day cleanse by breaking the fast with a colourful plate of fruit. Each bite was 100 x as tasty and succulent due to the fasting process.
Here the ‘cleanse’ involves taking fresh juices and tasty broths for a week, removing solid foods, calming the central nervous system with daily walks in the countryside, meditation, gong baths, massage and sauna.
A physical and mental reset.
It’s blissful. And a total breeze in the company of like minded others.
I have met some incredible souls this week, from all over the world with inspiring stories to tell.
These memories i will savour forever. As humans we thrive on connection. What a pleasure to be right here right now.

16/04/2026

Is all collagen supplementation biologically equivalent?

I am frequently asked about collagen by clients, friends and family. It is a hot topic.

With this in mind, in our FREE lunchtime W-Wellness Practitioner Skin Webinar next Monday we are going to give this topic a strong focus.

Let’s jump ahead and talk through one of the common questions.
Just what do we need to be looking out for with a quality collagen product?

The effectiveness of collagen depends less on total intake and more on what is absorbed and utilised.

The distinction between native and hydrolysed forms is therefore key.
• Native collagen (what you’re consuming when eating skin, cartilage, or bone broth before any processing or hydrolysis) is a high–molecular weight protein with limited direct bioavailability
• It is not absorbed intact - digestion reduces it to amino acids and small peptides
• Hydrolysed collagen is enzymatically processed to yield low–molecular weight di- and tripeptides
• Key peptides (e.g. proline-hydroxyproline) are detectable in circulation post-ingestion
• These peptides may exert effects beyond basic nutrition, including cellular signalling
• Potential interactions with fibroblasts and extracellular matrix (ECM) turnover are being explored
• Absorption kinetics and peptide profile are more relevant than total collagen dose

This shifts the focus from simply measuring collagen intake to understanding bioactive peptide delivery.

In practice, a well-formulated collagen product should be assessed based on:
• Degree of hydrolysis and molecular weight distribution
• Peptide profile and potential bioactivity
• Evidence of absorption and systemic availability

Ultimately, efficacy is determined not by how much collagen is consumed, but by what reaches circulation in a functional form.

So, this helps us to answer those questions of ‘can’t I just eat meat’ or ‘what should I look out for when choosing a collagen product'? We have so many wonderful collagen products on our platform https://w-wellness.co.uk

Join us on Monday for more on this. This is a webinar designed for Nutritionists, students of nutrition and Health professionals.

If you are none of these and just interested in collagen - then drop a message below as I am keen to hold a session on this topic for general knowledge too.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/supplements-to-support-healthy-skin-and-targeted-skin-conditions-tickets-1979517387794

Learn which supplements support skin health, manage common skin conditions, and enhance recovery from common facial procedures .

10/04/2026

All those Blue Zones ‘power 9’ wrapped up in one beautiful longevity workshop
Today I was in Herefordshire talking Blue zones with a fabulous bunch of women as we sipped Turmeric Fizz Mocktails using Turmeric juice shaken with Organic apple juice and poured over ice.
Love the connection felt in the room, the thirst for supplement myth busting, the open discussion on all things ageing …
Nothing like getting a bunch of incredible women in one room and talking ‘ageing well’. How to? What to avoid? What to include? And what we need to prioritise.
I’m talking how to remain mentally well, the importance of human non screen connection, finding your tribe and how to keep your musculoskeletal system strong enough to continue doing all the things we love.
Supplements Q&A to break down all the crazy myths and new fad intrigue. All supplements advised from
DM for information if you’d like to being a similar event into your workspace
Thank you Emma and team from … my heart is full 🫶🏽

04/04/2026

Usually when travelling I’m working on fasting or detox retreats, so Morocco was a chance to kick back and indulge in ‘when in Rome’ foodie stops
I love the mystery of a Riad breakfast, not knowing what we are about to be served is a great moment to let go of our fixed foodie fads and dip toes into cultural eating styles … within reason … we don’t eat meat but this was not a problem, the vegetarian options were flowing and there’s many dishes I’ll be recreating over the next few weeks.
The pleasure of food is always elevated by al fresco eating, here rooftops with sea views, to the sound of crashing waves or the snowy peaks of the Atlas Mountains. Bright sunlight does not offer the best food shots priorities were tasting in the moment … so many delicious dishes were eaten and submitted to memory … refreshing, old style holiday moments.
The local olives were incredible and no dishes were too sweet or spicy. Bread light and fluffy, teas poured from a great height, pane cotta delicate in taste and flavour …. Served with tiny shavings of lemon peel …. Tagines uncovered as they sizzle before your eyes … Foodie heaven
A beautiful country … great for women travellers in their 50’s … not for the faint hearted but it will take up a little place in my heart for all its authenticity and crazy charm … best followed by a few days meditation 😉

01/04/2026

Adventure and wellness go hand in hand …
Our innate craving for new landscapes - especially those with high vantage points and lush scenery is driven by our ancestry. As hunter gatherers we looked for natural environments which helped us survive.
We also liked to keep moving … onto pastures new. So road trips feel good due to the thrill of novelty - a leftover behaviour in which we reward ourselves for finding fresh and fruitful environments.
We also, as humans, have a biological connection to the natural world. We crave it. And a big dose of the mountains and / or the ocean is incredibly restorative.
On our road trip through Morocco we explored the souls, the coast and a botanical garden … learning all about the bee hives, honey and local plants. Tasted local produce, swam in fresh mountain pools, walked along shepherds paths scaling the side of the mountains. It’s this kind of wi-Fi free exploration that leaves you feeling vital, connected … to each other and to nature.
Simple, honest, no frills restorative wellness

29/03/2026

The Moroccan coastline. Loving the sound of the therapeutic rhythm of the waves on waking, the conversations with locals, the fresh produce, the slow pace, the street food …
Yesterday I sat here with one of the locals and we discussed fasting. With Ramadan only recently behind us it was fresh in his mind.
We discussed how we both appreciate fasting, not for weight loss but for gratitude (amongst other things) … he mentioned how whenever he notices hunger he reminds himself that there are many people here who do not have adequate food. And how much do we then appreciate every bite when a fasting period is over.
In a Western world of abundance where we have the privilege of diet choices, ‘food plans’, ‘free from’ etc it’s humbling to remind ourselves of this.
Street food here is simple and fresh, pomegranates juiced as you wait, flatbreads stuffed with vegetables, mint tea poured from a great height …
Stillness, calm. Switch of

27/03/2026

Thoroughly delighted to take part in last weeks Longevity Day
Talking through supplements and creating a refreshing mocktails using turmeric juice.
I also served up Apple Cidre Vinegar as a pre lunch digestive
Supplements available
A beautiful day of connection on focus on self care

23/03/2026

Marrakesh. A dose of adventure
The unfamiliar, an attack on the senses, a touch of ‘edge’, time with my girl …
And here we are, exploring pastures new …. Simple foods, Moroccan tagine, dipping the toe into sweets of the souk, Sahara tea, dodging the mopeds, retreating to the Riad tiled in all it’s stunning glory, sunsets against the Atlas Mountains, card games til our eye lids droop ..
Slowing down, appreciating that rare commodity .. time

20/03/2026

Menu curation and creation …
Truly loved working on this event last month
Designing and creating plant-based menus with a Blue Zones style for groups of diners to connect over delicious food … one of the many plates I spin, and one of my favourite.
This menu had wonderful supplements woven in to elevate the experience … organic extra virgin olive oil and apple cider vinegar with turmeric and honey by , Alma juice which was mixed into a delicious mocktail and supergreens powder by .
All products available
Love to talk through what makes a menu so ‘longevity’ focussed so we all leave with the tools to bring this to life in our everyday food prep.
If you’d like to talk through bringing a similar dining experience to your own home / event - drop me a message ..

12/03/2026

Why I keep medicinal mushrooms by my laptop post 50:
As we age, especially as women, mental sharpness and clarity may require strategic innovative support in the form of a functional blend of incredible bio active ingredients.
My current favourite is Optimum’ by
Why? A thoughtful formulation doing exactly what it says on the stunning jar it arrives in … ‘optimising focus, vitality and wellbeing.
- Cordyceps, Lions Mane, Reishi - medicinal mushrooms - enhance cognitive function, stress resilience and immune support
- Elderflower extract, Spirulina, Chlorella - brimming with antioxidants for cellular health and metabolic balance
- Saffron - supports mood regulation and restful sleep - pillars of strength for maintaining brain power throughout the day
- Probiotics - promoting digestive support, immune resilience
Just incredibly empowering to have a supplement tool kit as we age.
Available … shop at link in my bio - use code belle15