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Health 4 U Overcome Bloating, Fatigue, Weight Gain, Irritability. Gut Health Advocate, Nurse & Nutritional Pract

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22/10/2025

Hyperinsulinemia – The Hidden Driver Behind Fatigue, Cravings, and Weight Gain

You’ve probably heard of insulin resistance — but fewer people realise that hyperinsulinemia often comes first.
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Most of the time you will be told your bloods are normal…..but no indication of what those ‘normal’ results are.

Knowing your numbers is so important, understanding those numbers and watching wha is happening with those numbers is how you prevent future diseases such as diabetes.

Hyperinsulinemia is when your body produces too much insulin in response to food, stress & inflammation — even before your blood sugar is technically “high.”
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Over time, this constant flood of insulin can:
👉 Drive fat storage and make weight loss extremely difficult
👉 Cause fatigue, brain fog, and cravings between meals
👉 Disrupt hormones (especially oestrogen and cortisol balance)
👉 Increase cardiovascular risk and inflammation
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The good news?

It’s completely reversible with the right approach — balancing your meals, supporting your mitochondria, reducing stress load, and working with your genetics to fine-tune metabolism.
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At Health 4 U, we use nutrigenomics and metabolic profiling to uncover the root drivers of insulin imbalance and design a personalised plan that actually works with your biology — not against it.
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🧬 Small steps can make a big difference — from adjusting meal timing to rebalancing your stress hormones.
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✨ Your body can reset — once you know how it’s wired.

What if your health story could change?Last year, one of our clients—let’s call her Emma—came to Health 4 U feeling exha...
21/10/2025

What if your health story could change?

Last year, one of our clients—let’s call her Emma—came to Health 4 U feeling exhausted, frustrated, and stuck with unexplained weight gain and digestive issues. Within weeks of her personalized gut and hormone program, Emma’s energy soared, her sleep improved, and she finally felt in control of her health again.

Emma’s transformation wasn’t magic—it was science, compassion, and a plan built just for her.

Curious what’s possible for you? Take the first step toward your own success story. 🌱

https://l.bttr.to/7xayH

21/10/2025

🧡 Vitamin A: Great for Vision — But Toxic in Excess

Vitamin A is vital for eye health, immune strength and skin repair — but being fat-soluble, it’s stored in the body.

That means too much can quietly build up over time and cause toxicity.

🔎 When there’s too much:

Headaches or dizziness

Dry skin or hair loss

Bone or joint pain

Liver strain

Birth defects in pregnancy

💡 Where excess comes from:
High-dose supplements, fish liver oils, and fortified foods combined with other multivitamins.

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Vitamin A is powerful — but balance is key.

Focus on food-based sources (like carrots, sweet potatoes, and leafy greens) and avoid doubling up on supplements.

20/10/2025

💚 Vitamin E: Great for Skin — But Not Always for Circulation

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from oxidative stress, supports skin repair, and aids heart health.

But when taken in high doses or alongside other supplements, it can actually thin the blood too much and increase bleeding risk.

🔎 When there’s too much:

Easy bruising or bleeding

Headaches or fatigue

Digestive upset

Interference with Vitamin K (clotting balance)

💡 Where excess comes from:
Stacking multiple “skin,” “heart,” or “antioxidant” formulas — or high-dose standalone Vitamin E.

✨ Antioxidants are protective — but when taken in excess, they can tip the balance.
Always consider what’s already in your multivitamin before adding more.

Unlock your health code with science. Ever wondered why a diet that works for your friend leaves you feeling flat? The a...
20/10/2025

Unlock your health code with science.

Ever wondered why a diet that works for your friend leaves you feeling flat? The answer could be in your genes. Nutrigenomic testing translates your unique DNA into a personalised nutrition and wellness plan—no guesswork, just science-backed results.

As a nurse and nutritional practitioner, I help busy women decode their genetic blueprint to get to the root of gut, hormone, and energy issues. Imagine finally understanding what your body truly needs to thrive.

Curious how your genes could shape your health journey?

Let’s make your wellbeing personal. 👩‍⚕️

https://l.bttr.to/7xayH

19/10/2025

🍊 Vitamin C: The Immune Booster That Still Needs Limits

Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that supports immunity, collagen formation and iron absorption.
But at very high doses, your body can only handle so much — the rest becomes irritation, not benefit.

🔎 When there’s too much:

Diarrhoea or bloating

Kidney stones

Oxidative stress (yes — too much C can flip its antioxidant role)

💡 Where excess comes from:
Over-supplementing, energy powders, or “immune boost” blends stacked together.

✨ Vitamin C works best in steady amounts from food and balanced supplements — not megadoses.

From burnout to balance: Sarah’s real journey.Imagine juggling a demanding career, family, and persistent gut issues—unt...
19/10/2025

From burnout to balance: Sarah’s real journey.

Imagine juggling a demanding career, family, and persistent gut issues—until one personalized program changed everything. Sarah came to Health 4 U exhausted and frustrated, but within weeks, her energy returned and her confidence soared. Her secret? A tailored plan rooted in genetics and real nursing expertise.

Curious how personalized science can transform your health? Let’s chat about your story—because it’s never too late to feel your best. 🌱

https://l.bttr.to/7xayH

18/10/2025

💞 World Menopause Day!

💃Ladies get out there and Speak Up for yourself & don’t hang out in environments that serve you no purpose and only create negative & stressful environments for you.

✨Yes that may be work, family, friendships, groups but you’ve only 1 life & if you don’t look after yours how can you look after others.

💚I’m always happy to share the sh%t show I’ve had with perimenopause but what’s been your worst parts if your in it or when your were in it.

Here’s to the other side where we get ourselves back 🥳

17/10/2025

In April 2020 (yes, that time we’ll never forget), I had to take off my engagement and wedding rings 💍💔 I had had asymptomatic Covid before testing was ever an option — and even worse, I brought it home from work to my family 😔💔

It catapulted me into that long, complex journey of long covid (amongst others 😮‍💨), which I’ve talked about on & off over the years. Being me — like a dog with a bone 🐶 — I kept on digging 🕵️‍♀️ to find the answer… the answers that I’ve since helped many of my clients find too 💪✨

As you all know, it was some journey getting my inflammation and antibodies back to optimal levels 🔥➡️🧘‍♀️ But despite all the progress, that knuckle had other plans 😅👊

I don’t give up easily (it was over 5 years 🫣)— I was nearly at the point of shaving down the bone (half jokingly she said! 😂) just to get them back on. But I finally admitted defeat and got them resized instead 🙌💍

And honestly, I’m so glad I did 🥹💚 They fit perfectly again and look exactly the same — like nothing ever changed ✨💫. Huge thanks to
, who did a fantastic job 🤩👏

If you’re ever thinking about having something redesigned, resized, or given a new life — definitely look her up 👏💎 I’d highly recommend her!

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Your genes are talking. Are you listening?Most health advice is one-size-fits-all—but your body isn’t. Nutrigenomics use...
16/10/2025

Your genes are talking. Are you listening?

Most health advice is one-size-fits-all—but your body isn’t. Nutrigenomics uses genetic insights to reveal how your unique DNA interacts with food, impacting everything from energy to hormone balance.

Imagine knowing which nutrients your body truly needs, and why certain diets work for others but not for you. That’s the power of personalised health, grounded in science—not guesswork.

Curious how your genes could shape your wellbeing? Let’s have a conversation.

https://l.bttr.to/7xayH

16/10/2025

🔥 Vitamin B3 (Niacin): Energy Helper — or Liver Stressor?

Vitamin B3, also known as niacin, plays a vital role in energy production, cholesterol regulation and cell repair.
It’s often promoted for heart health — but in high doses, niacin can quickly turn from helpful to harmful.

🔎 When there’s too much:

Skin flushing and warmth

Liver toxicity

Insulin resistance

Fatigue or nausea

💡 Why it happens:
High doses of niacin cause your blood vessels to dilate and your liver to work overtime. While small amounts from food are safe, supplemental doses above the recommended limit can overload your detox systems and disrupt blood sugar regulation.

✨ Niacin supports metabolism — but only when used wisely. If you’re taking it for cholesterol or energy, always check your dosage and monitor liver function.

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