Liz Sheehan - Nutrition

31/07/2025

Liz Sheehan - Nutrition is with us 12 - 2.30 pm. on Friday as per usual. Pop in. 🌿⚕️

27/01/2025

25/01/2025

Holistic Tips to Prevent Disease Progression

Your health is like a set of weighing scales. If one side is weighed down with poor food habits, stress, bad sleep or dehydration, it’s time to take action! Remove what’s tipping the balance and nourish the other side with self-care, good food, hydration, good sleep and better lifestyle choices.

Small changes in your daily routine can create a ripple effect for better health. Here are simple, holistic strategies to maintain balance and prevent disease from progressing.

Key Tips for Prevention:
1. Nourish Your Body:
- Eat more whole foods and avoid processed options.
- Add healing herbs like turmeric (anti-inflammatory) or garlic (immune booster).

2. Hydrate Well:
- Dehydration can slow down detoxification and make you feel sluggish., achy, tired and irritable.
- Aim for 15mls of fluids per 1lb of body weight daily.

3. Manage Stress:
- Stress impacts your digestion, immunity, and energy levels. Consider adaptogens like ashwagandha or lemon balm. (check with a health professional though if you are on medications)

4. Listen to Your Body:
- Don’t ignore recurring headaches, fatigue, or digestive issues. They could be early signs of imbalance.

5. Seek Professional Guidance:
- Work with a holistic practitioner to assess your unique needs and uncover root causes.

The earlier you act, the easier it is to stay on top of your health! Let me help you find the balance—your body will thank you!

24/01/2025

7 Stages of Disease: Why Prevention is Key

The best medicine is prevention. When you catch imbalances early, you can avoid chronic conditions that impact your quality of life. Here’s how small lifestyle changes can stop disease progression.

How to Stop Disease in Its Tracks:
• Stage 1–3: At these early stages, your body may only need small adjustments:
o Eat a whole-foods diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
o Support detox pathways with herbs like dandelion root and milk thistle.
o Get regular movement and manage stress through meditation or deep breathing.
• Stage 4–7: Once localized or chronic, you’ll need more focused therapies and support.
Why Act Early?

Every choice you make today impacts your health tomorrow. By addressing early imbalances, you empower your body to heal itself and stay vibrant!

23/01/2025

How Addressing Root Causes Stops Disease Progression

It’s all too easy to focus on treating symptoms without questioning what’s causing them. But when the root cause is left unaddressed, those symptoms often return—or even get worse.

Quick fixes might seem convenient, but they rarely lead to lasting results. Taking the time to dig deeper and tackle the real issue is what creates meaningful, long-term change.
Root Causes vs. Symptoms:
• Symptoms: Headaches, skin rashes, or fatigue are your body's way of asking for help.
• Root Causes: Poor diet, chronic stress, or hidden inflammation may be fuelling these issues.
The Solution:
• Through a comprehensive intake and assessment, I work to uncover what's really going on beneath the surface. For example:
o A headache may be related to dehydration, poor posture, or hormonal imbalances.
o Skin issues could stem from food sensitivities or gut health problems.
• By addressing these root causes, symptoms resolve naturally, preventing further progression into chronic illness.

Your body has a remarkable ability to heal when given the right tools and support!

22/01/2025

Spot the Early Warning Signs of Disease Before It’s Too Late

Your body is constantly sending you signals—are you listening? Ignoring these early whispers can lead to imbalances spiralling into chronic issues. Take action now by recognizing these critical early warning signs:

What to Watch For:
• Unrelenting Fatigue: Persistent tiredness may be more than stress—it’s a red flag for nutritional deficiencies or deeper imbalances.
• Digestive Distress: Bloating, gas, or irregular bowel movements aren’t just uncomfortable—they signal a gut in trouble.
• Trouble Sleeping: Restless nights could mean your hormones or nervous system are crying out for help.
• Skin Changes: Dryness, eczema, rashes or acne might point to hidden inflammation or detoxification issues.
What You Must Do Right Now:
• Prioritize a nutrient-packed diet to nourish your body.
• Stay hydrated and establish healthy sleep routines.
• Combat stress with mindfulness, restorative herbs, flower remedies or gentle exercise like yoga.
• Act fast—consult a Naturopath, Nutritional Therapist, or Herbalist to tackle these imbalances before they worsen.

By addressing these subtle signs today, you can stop disease in its tracks and reclaim control of your health. Don’t wait until it’s too late—listen to your body’s warnings and take proactive steps now.

21/01/2025

Understanding the 7 Stages of Disease
Diseases rarely develop overnight .
They are understood to progress through 7 stages.
By recognising and addressing early warning signs, you can prevent imbalances from progressing into more serious conditions.
The 7 Stages of Disease:
1. Accumulation: Early signs like fatigue, bloating, or mild discomfort.
2. Aggravation: Symptoms intensify, such as digestive upsets or headaches.
3. Spread: Imbalances begin affecting other parts of the body (e.g., recurring skin issues or joint aches).
4. Localisation: Specific organs or tissues become affected, like the lungs in asthma or joints in arthritis.
5. Manifestation: The condition is officially diagnosable, such as diabetes or high blood pressure.
6. Disruption: Symptoms worsen and become chronic, requiring intensive care.
7. Destruction: Severe tissue or organ damage occurs, often irreversible.
Why Early Action Matters:
Addressing imbalances in stages 1–3 can often reverse the process entirely, keeping you in optimal health. Stay tuned for tips in my next post on how to spot and respond to these early signs!

20/01/2025

🌟 Are you Overwhelmed by Conflicting Health Advice? Let Me Take the Stress out of It for You! 🌟

In today’s world, there’s a mountain of information about health and wellness. Some of it’s good, some of it… not so much. Sorting through it all can feel like a very frustrating full-time job. 😅

Here’s where I come in. With over a decade of experience and thousands of hours of study, I’ve dedicated my career to understanding what works—and more importantly, what works for YOU.

How I can help:

- Cut through the noise and find what really matters for your body and lifestyle
- Save you time by creating a structured, personalized plan that fits your health goals
- Remove the stress of figuring it all out alone
- Giving you the accountability you need to stick to your plan

No more guesswork, no more overwhelm—just clear, actionable steps tailored to your unique needs.

📩 Ready to take the stress out of your health journey? Message me today to learn how my 90-day program can transform your approach to health and wellness.

💡 Let’s work smarter, not harder, on your path to ReNewed Health

Your Health Therapist

16/01/2025

Why I Love What I Do

💚 Why I became a Nutritional Therapist, Naturopath & Herbalist 💚

Helping people feel better without confusion, fad diets, or extreme restrictions is what drives me. I’ve seen first hand how small, strategic changes in diet and lifestyle can bring people back to life—more energy, better sleep, balanced hormones, and vibrant health.

I love seeing clients go from frustration to relief, from fatigue to vitality—and I’d love to help you too!

Tell me—what’s one health change you’ve made that made a big difference? 👇

15/01/2025

Who I Help

🌱 Wondering if I can help with your health concerns? 🌱

I work with people who are:
🔹 Tired of feeling exhausted or burnt out
🔹 Struggling with hormonal imbalances, digestion, or stress-related symptoms
🔹 Looking for natural ways to manage conditions like menopause/other hormone issues, energy levels, anxiety or gut problems
🔹 Keen to understand how food, herbal remedies & lifestyle can transform their health
If any of this resonates, let’s connect! You don’t have to struggle alone—there are natural solutions that can truly help.

📩 DM me or book a complimentary call

14/01/2025

Meet Me!

🌿 Hi, I’m Liz Sheehan! 🌿

I’m a Nutritional Therapist, Naturopath, Herbalist, Ayurveda Health Coach and Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice graduate based in Jersey.

My passion is helping people take control of their health using food, lifestyle, and natural medicine.

I know how frustrating it can be to feel unwell, exhausted, or stuck with symptoms that don’t seem to go away. That’s why I take a holistic approach—looking at the root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms.

If you’re curious about working with me, I’d love to hear from you! 💚
📩 DM me or book a complimentary call