Smart Nutrition Notes

Improve insulin sensitivity
Boost Your Insulin Sensitivity in 11 Easy Steps
Insulin resistance raises your risk of diabetes — but it's often reversible. Here are 11 simple, science-backed steps to improve your insulin sensitivity and protect your health. Read more...
Kombucha, an antioxidant fermented drink
Kombucha: The Antioxidant-Rich Fermented Drink
Kombucha is a fermented tea rich in antioxidants, organic acids and probiotics. Here's what it is, what's inside it, and the ways it may support digestion and overall wellbeing. Read more...
PMS and nutrition
PMS and Nutrition: Eat Your Way to an Easier Cycle
The right foods can genuinely ease PMS. Here's how a low-glycaemic diet, key vitamins and minerals, and a few smart 'in and out' swaps can make your cycle gentler —... Read more...
Potato milk, a plant-based dairy alternative
Potato Milk: The Newest Plant-Based Milk
Potato milk is the newest member of the plant-based milk family — and one of the most sustainable. Here's what it is, its nutrition, and whether it's a healthy choice. Read more...
Mental health and exercise
Mental Health and Exercise: Move Your Way to a Better Mood
Exercise isn't just for your body — it's a natural way to lift your mood. You don't need a gym or to be a bodybuilder. Here are 5 movement options... Read more...
Mindful eating and digestion
How Distracted Eating Harms Your Digestion
Eating at your desk, in the car, in front of the TV? Distraction genuinely harms digestion. Here's why chewing mindfully matters — plus 6 simple tips to get more from... Read more...
Perimenopause, menopause and bloating
Perimenopause, Menopause and Bloating: Weight, Water or Gas?
"My stomach is flat in the morning but I look pregnant by evening — is this weight gain?" If you're in the menopause transition, here's how to tell bloating from... Read more...
Healthy eating for children
Healthy Eating for Children: A Parent's Guide
How much should your child eat, and how do you build healthy habits without a mealtime battle? A warm, practical guide to feeding children well — including the "division of... Read more...
Super foods to keep in your fridge
9 Super Foods You Should Always Have in Your Fridge
The healthiest meals start in your shopping basket. Fill your fridge with these 9 super foods and healthy eating becomes the easy, natural choice. Read more...
Energy-boosting breakfast ideas
8 Energy-Boosting Breakfast Ideas
Not every breakfast starts your day with energy. These 8 protein-rich breakfast ideas keep you full for longer, steady your energy, and support healthy weight loss. Read more...
The most effective detox foods
The 15 Best and Most Effective Detox Foods
Give your body a gentle reset with foods that support your liver, digestion and natural cleansing. Here are 15 of my favourite detox foods and exactly what each one does. Read more...
How to speed up a slow metabolism
Is Your Metabolism Slow? How to Give It a Boost
Many small, sustainable habits can speed up your metabolism and make weight loss easier — while some common mistakes quietly slow it down. Here's what helps, what to avoid, and... Read more...