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Pilates & Wellness Retreat 18th - 22nd May 2025

Step out of the dark and into the light

Chalet Margaux, Ste Foy France 5th-12th March 2023

Midlife Skincare Interview with Nutrition Expert Amanda Hamilton

You don't have to be away to Retreat (n) (an act of moving back or withdrawing)

Menopause seems to be a 'buzz' word at the moment yet this 'transition' or 'right of passage' which women have been going through since evolution has been brushed under the carpet, misdiagnosed as depression, IBS, 'she's having a moment' or 'she's going through 'the change' (usually followed with an eye roll) etc etc, any of that sound familiar? Would men really be expected to put up and shut up whilst dealing with the challenges of work, ageing parents, teenage children, relationship struggles oh and let's not forget some of the menopause symptoms (of which there are over 30)? Research shows that the more you know about what to expect during menopause the less likely it is to negatively impact your life. (Body Logic Survey) Well, I'm ready to open up the conversation and talk openly and frankly about the 'challenges', the misinformation and 'fake news' surrounding our next chapter...are you ready to discuss the Magic of Menopause? I am offering 1:1 private sessions please email or DM me for further information. I'm looking forward to supporting you all through this next phase. Let's get this conversation started, together we are stronger and empowered. xVx

Reading with interest of late all about the microbiome of the gut and its effect on our health. This has been a topic of conversation on my Masterclass sessions with Super Nutrionist Amanda Hamilton (amanda hamilton.com) and something she has been discussing (and writing about) for some time. Interesting article in todays Times (T2 section) highlighting the importance of our unique microbiome's https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/why-the-future-of-medicine-is-all-in-your-gut-n5vq9d9dd and how a healthy gut can certainly help to ward off some nasty diseases. Also, if you have been subscribed to the Covid Sympton App there have been lots of discussions and findings by Kings College London with a link between Covid-19 and your gut health. They say that the latest scientific research shows that these gut microbiomes play a big role in our health, affecting our immune system and even weight gain. For a good 'gut feeling' try to add 30 or more different plants to your diet each week, I know who knew there were so many plants! Fibre rich foods like wholegrains, beans, pulses, fruit, vegetables, nuts and seeds. Start to include fermented foods such as kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut and kombucha that all contain beneficial probiotic bacteria.