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Reconnection by Maria Paula Goncalves

Nutrition & Integrative Health Clinic offering a personalised and comprehensive health plan - based

20/04/2025

Time to start over! Time to become a better version of ourselves!
Happy Easter! 🌷

28/03/2025

Before turning to supplements, prioritise real food first! 🥗 Our bodies are designed to absorb nutrients more effectively from whole foods. Vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants found in vegetables, fruits, proteins, and healthy fats play a crucial role in metabolism, immunity, and gut health.

🔬 Why is this important?
• Many supplements have low bioavailability, meaning they are not well absorbed by the body.
• Nutrients from food come with fibre, phytonutrients, and bioactive compounds that enhance absorption.
• Gut health plays a key role in nutrient absorption – without a healthy digestive system, supplements may be ineffective.

⚠️ Which foods should you prioritise? 
✅ Iron: Meat, lentils, beans, spinach, dark chocolate. 
✅ Vitamin C: Oranges, strawberries, kiwi, guava – essential for iron absorption. 
✅ Magnesium: Dark chocolate, bananas – crucial for muscle relaxation and nervous system balance. 
✅ Probiotics & Prebiotics: Kefir, yoghurt, kimchi, courgette, apples – essential for gut health and nutrient absorption.

If your diet lacks key nutrients, supplementation may be necessary, but always under professional guidance.

Want to understand what your body truly needs? Book your consultation via the link in bio for a personalised nutrition plan!

14/03/2025

How is your digestion?

A lack or excess of acid in the stomach can cause a lot of discomfort and make digestion difficult.

Did you know that rosemary is an excellent modulator of stomach pH?

Want to better understand how to improve your digestion and nutrient absorption? Schedule your consultation at the link in the bio and receive a personalized gastrointestinal modulation plan!

07/03/2025

Did you know you can easily test your gut health using just corn and beetroot? 🌽🍠
These ingredients help assess your intestinal transit time: corn, with its indigestible cellulose coating, and beetroot, which colours the stool, making it easier to observe.
The ideal transit time is between 18 and 36 hours. If the grains appear in your stool within a few hours, it may indicate rapid transit; if they take several days, it could be a sign of slow digestion.

Want to learn how to improve your digestion and balance your gut flora?

📩 Book a consultation via the link in our bio and transform your health from the inside out!

04/03/2025

Have you ever considered that your gut might be affecting your mood? 🤔🍃 
Many are unaware that our “second brain” produces over 95% of our serotonin – the happiness hormone – and is closely linked to our emotions. When the gut is inflamed or imbalanced, it can manifest as anxiety, stress, and even difficulties with concentration. 
The vagus nerve connects your gut to your brain, sending signals that directly impact your overall well-being. 
Take care of your gut and, in turn, your mental health! 
Save this post and share in the comments if you’ve noticed this connection in your daily life. 
📩 Want to learn how to optimise your health from the inside out? Get in touch and book your consultation!

27/02/2025

🌿 Could inflammation be affecting your daily life more than you realise?
Have you been experiencing persistent fatigue, digestive discomfort, or mood swings? 🤔 These could be subtle signals from your body pointing to chronic inflammation. Left unaddressed, inflammation can disrupt everything from your digestion and metabolism to hormonal balance and energy levels.
🎯 Your diet plays a crucial role in managing inflammation. A functional nutrition approach, rich in anti-inflammatory foods, can help restore balance, alleviate symptoms, and protect your long-term health. 🥗🥑
💡 Take action today! Don’t let these signs go unchecked. Professional guidance can help you uncover the root causes and create a tailored plan to optimise your well-being.
📩 Book your consultation now and discover how functional nutrition can transform your health! 🩺✨

23/02/2025

🤯Did you know that stress can significantly disrupt your gut health?
When stress sets in, it increases intestinal permeability, reduces immune defence production, and allows toxins to enter the system, leading to inflammation and discomfort.
🥗As a functional nutritionist, I have observed that an integrated approach – combining an anti-inflammatory diet, probiotics, stress management, and adaptogenic supplementation – can restore balance to your gut and improve your quality of life. 
📩 Send me a message and book a consultation to take care of your gut and overall well-being! 

20/02/2025

🚨Are you constantly battling an irritable gut?
Cramping, bloating, and discomfort might be signs that your digestive balance is off.
▪️As a functional nutritionist, I believe that a carefully planned diet is the key to restoring your gut health. Invest in probiotics – such as natural yoghurt, kefir, sauerkraut, and kombucha – to reduce inflammation and improve digestion.
▪️Additionally, don’t underestimate the power of fibre and natural anti-inflammatories; turmeric, ginger, avocado, and salmon are excellent allies for optimal gut function. Let’s work together to care for your health from the inside out. 
📩 Book a consultation and transform your well-being! 

16/02/2025

Did you know that hormonal balance is key to your overall well-being? In my new slide series, I explain how each hormone—from cortisol to TSH—plays a crucial role in your metabolism, mood, bone health, and more. With a functional nutrition approach, I demonstrate how diet and bioactive compounds can naturally help balance these hormones, alleviating symptoms such as fatigue, mood swings, and digestive issues, which are common during menopause and other life stages. 🌟
Incorporating strategic foods—rich in fibre, probiotics, and specific nutrients (such as ashwagandha, flaxseed, yam, among others)—can make a significant difference in your daily life. Every small change is a step towards a more balanced body and a life full of energy! 🍃💪
Would you like a personalised nutritional plan to achieve optimal hormonal balance? 
📩 Book a consultation via the link in our bio and start your journey towards complete health!

11/02/2025

Did you know that prebiotics are the cornerstone of a healthy gut? 🌱 As a functional nutritionist, I’ve learned that nourishing beneficial bacteria with essential fibres can transform your digestion, boost your energy, and even enhance your immune system. Feeding your “second brain” with natural sources of inulin, FOS, resistant starch, pectin, beta-glucan, and polyphenols is key to reducing inflammation and optimising nutrient absorption.
Incorporating simple habits, like starting your day with an oat porridge, mashed green banana, or green tea, can make a significant difference to your daily well-being.
Would you like to personalise your diet to enhance your gut health? 
📩 Send me a message and book your consultation to discover the best approach for you!

04/02/2025

🌿 The power of oregano tea for your health!
Did you know that oregano is much more than just a seasoning? It has proven benefits such as antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Active compounds like carvacrol and thymol make oregano an excellent choice for fighting fungal infections, reducing inflammation, and boosting the immune system.
💡 How to use it? 
A simple cup of oregano tea can be a fantastic ally for digestive health and toxin elimination. Remember to consume it in moderation and seek professional guidance.
🌱 Your health begins with simple yet powerful choices!
📩 Want to learn more about how teas and herbs can improve your well-being? Get in touch for a personalised consultation.

01/02/2025

🩺 Your test results speak—are you listening?
Your blood tests offer a window into your body’s health, revealing critical insights about inflammation, metabolism, and nutritional deficiencies. Markers like eosinophils, homocysteine, and bilirubin provide clues about underlying imbalances, from chronic inflammation and digestive issues to hormonal dysfunctions.
💡 Why proper interpretation matters: 
Without expert analysis, many issues can go unnoticed or be mismanaged. A functional approach delves deeper into your results, aligning them with your clinical history and lifestyle to create a personalised health strategy.
📩 Bring your test results for review! Together, we can develop a plan to restore balance and promote well-being from the inside out.

Address

Hambleton Way
Wokingham
RG415SH

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.myreconnection.co.uk/

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Hi, I am Maria Paula Goncalves

Hi, my name is Maria Paula Goncalves, I originally qualified as a Food Engineer with a Master’s degree and a PhD in Food Science, and I am also a certified nutritionist, with a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition, as well as a Functional Medicine Health Coach. For over 15 years, I have conducted research, teaching and outreach activities in the field of Food Science and Technology. I have worked in universities in Brazil and Chile, and as a visiting researcher for almost 5 years at the University of Reading, where I also collaborated with the Student Wellbeing Department as a sessional nutritionist.

I am hugely passionate about food, health and the whole person approach to wellbeing that leverages a person’s inner strengths and values. I love dedicating my time and expertise to help people implement the fantastic tools of nutrition, healthy lifestyle and mind-body interventions for the prevention of and support for physical and mental health problems.

Through one-to-one sessions and workshops/seminars I help clients find a better connection with food, lifestyle and emotions and support them in improving many aspects of their lives. I look forward to helping you unlock your health and wellbeing to truly thrive.

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