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Eczema, breakouts, premature ageing, psoriasis are just some of the signs that your skin is not happy. While the temptation may be to try and fix the problem externally with expensive skin treatments and miracle promising products, the answer, like most things in life, can be found deeper within. The relationship between skin health and the digestive system is not a new one. As far back as the 1930’s scientists suspected a link between gut and skin health, and research has now confirmed...

When we think about treating a skin problem, often our first thought is which products we can reach for. It’s easy to be taken in by adverts and reviews of beauty products that promise to fix all of our skin woes. But, sometimes, we overlook the simplest and easiest fix of all. Food.

What we eat is a huge contributor to the overall health of our skin. So, in this week’s blog, we’re exploring the best foods for maintaining skin health - and there are even a few recipe ideas you can try!...

What if I told you that a certain nutrient makes us live longer by inhibiting inflammation and improving the length of our telomeres - structures at the end of our DNA chromosomes, associated with shortening in ageing? (1) What if I also told you that this particular nutrient is cheap, highly available and we can even make it ourselves?  What if it could also prevent acute and chronic conditions, improve vitality and and even prevent osteoporosis? (2) Of course, I am talking about...

Rosacea is a skin condition caused by dilation of the blood vessels in the face. Aside from using make up to cover the skin what else can you do to help your self? Look at your diet to provide clues! Certain foods and drinks will make the condition worse. Alcohol and caffeine can cause the skin to flare up so it's best to limit your intake of these. Spicy foods and citrus fruits release histamine and this causes inflammation so again limit these in your diet. You may wish to try an...

We see many food and fitness trends surface and dip, that we can often forget about our most important and vital lifeline - water. With so much information available, our understanding of our basic needs can become misunderstood. We need water to live, but how much do we need and what are the benefits?

We ask nutritional therapist, Amanda Morris, to shed some light on the importance of staying hydrated.

What do you advise in terms of how much water we should drink each day?

“In terms...

For half the year, it is said that a remarkable 90% of the UK is situated too far north of the equator to have enough sunshine for our skin to produce the necessary vitamins. The position of the UK from October to April is believed to have resulted in many of us lacking in vitamin D. Scientists are currently researching low vitamin D levels and the various problems that may be a result of a deficiency.

High blood pressure, diabetes, a weak immune system, depression, chronic muscle pain and...

We all know that consuming too much fat can contribute to weight gain, but what we often overlook is the importance of good, healthy fats in our diets.

While 'bad', saturated fats can increase cholesterol and the risk of certain diseases, Omega 3s, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats can protect the heart and boost overall well-being.

Healthy fats can also provide energy and enhance the feeling of fullness. Research suggests they may even stimulate fat burning in the body.

So to...

Acne can be distressing, undermine our self-confidence and is often a reason why girls start taking the contraceptive pill earlier than they might otherwise. There are many causes of acne, but the most common reason is changes in hormonal levels, such as when you are about to get your period or throughout puberty.  So, how might your diet help with preventing acne and improving your skin health? Cut back on sugar High sugar and high glycemic load (GL) foods may contribute to acne. Too...