Posted by Angelique on Sep 5, 2015 in Articles
In the second of our blood sugar series, we’re going to take a closer look at insulin. Before you continue, be sure to read ‘Finding blood sugar balance‘ if you haven’t already.
So it’s in the news and everybody is talking about it, but what is insulin resistance and how can you avoid it? Well before we get to that, we need to do a little bit of the science behind. And do bear...
Posted by Angelique on Aug 25, 2015 in Articles
The media spotlight on sugar has opened many great conversations in recent years. It’s the single ingredient I’m asked most about in clinic and the one most people fear parting with!
As a nation, we’re succumbing to so many of its effects. The UK Diabetes rate has increased by 60% in the past decade alone. Diabetes being just one of the illnesses I reference in ‘Can I eat sugar and...
Posted by Angelique on Aug 17, 2015 in Articles
Gluten-free has become somewhat of a buzzword in the media, yet there’s strong scientific data underpinning the benefits of a gluten-free or at least gluten-reduced diet for all. That’s right, we know coeliacs and the non-coeliac gluten sensitive must avoid gluten, yet the research shows even the ‘healthy’ could benefit from cutting back.
My clinical experiences...
Posted by Angelique on May 26, 2015 in Articles
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder found in women. You are not alone and this is a subject very close to my heart, as I am one of approximately 5 to 10% of women affected by this condition worldwide (read on for my personal story).
That statistic in itself is scary but what’s even worse is that PCOS cannot be diagnosed with one simple test. Signs and symptoms vary from...
Posted by Angelique on Apr 1, 2015 in Articles
The foods eaten during pregnancy are the sole source of all the building blocks your baby needs to develop and grow. What you eat (and don’t) can have a profound effect on your baby’s health from womb, to child, and right the way through to adulthood. It is clearly vital that your diet is given some thought. During the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, your baby’s cells are rapidly multiplying and all the...
