Elderberry Syrup Recipe: nature’s potent anti-viral immune support for coughs, colds, sore throats this winter!

by Virginia Hills | Sep 5, 2022 | lifestyle and wellness, nutrition, recipes

Already wondering how to keep colds, sore throats, coughs and mild flu at bay in your family this Autumn? Why not make some elderberry syrup – it’s easy, free (far cheaper than buying the commercial bottles of elderberry syrup!) and great support for our...

Is uncomfortable/embarrassing bloating or painful cramping after meals a constant concern? Do you worry about what to eat? Read on for my top tips to find out more and how to start helping yourself….

by Virginia Hills | Oct 19, 2021 | IBS, lifestyle and wellness, nutrition

Do you suffer fromuncomfortable & embarrassing bloating that makes people think you’ve swallowed a footballpainful cramping that sometimes feels like back or period painembarrassing wind?Is knowing what to eat a CONSTANT concern?If so, you are in good company!...

It’s Sourdough September – but what’s so special about sourdough bread from a health perspective?

by Virginia Hills | Sep 17, 2021 | IBS, lifestyle and wellness, nutrition

Lots of people started making their own sourdough bread during lockdowns, but apart from keeping everyone occupied what’s all the fuss about sourdough from a health perspective? Is sourdough bread good for you and can you still eat sourdough bread if you have...

7 Tips To Help You Navigate Veganuary Successfully

by Virginia Hills | Jan 11, 2021 | lifestyle and wellness, nutrition

Here are my top 7 tips to help you successfully navigate Veganuary and beyond:Eat a rainbow of vegetables and fruit to ensure you incorporate a wide range of vitamins and minerals into your diet. This will keep your friendly gut bugs happy too.  Use my handy...

Foods to incorporate in your meals for a healthy Veganuary

by Virginia Hills | Jan 2, 2021 | lifestyle and wellness, nutrition

If you are giving Veganuary a go this January – whether for weight loss, ethical reasons, to help your teenage children who are keen to try it out or simply to switch things up a bit and bring some inspiration to your meals – read on to find out how to do so...

Top 10 tips to cutting your alcohol consumption this lockdown – whilst improving your sleep, helping you think and feel better too!

by Virginia Hills | Nov 18, 2020 | lifestyle and wellness

For many of us, the stress and worry of lockdown 1, with more time at home (zero time commuting or dropping off and collecting children from school and extra-curricular activities) meant more frequent opportunities to indulge in a glass of wine, prosecco or gin that...