 Two things I did on NY day: write down what I had done over the last decade (some pride, some shame!) and write out a few basic resolutions. I LOVE resolutions, I never stick to them all but I love the thought of something to work towards.
Keep them simple, realistic and not too pressurised and you might just get there this decade...If your goal is weight loss make sure the end target is achievable and healthy. If you want health to be your priority, then seriously consider contacting a Nutritional Therapist (such as me!) And please please please don’t rely on diet pills, detox teas or faddy diets. Sometimes setting your own goals is a lovely idea, but seeking help from a professional, who has had extensive training, relies on evidence based medicine and can see the overall picture of your health can make a healthier and sustainable lifestyle a reality 🙌. #nutritionaltherapy #naturopathicmedicine #healthymindandbody #healthynewyear #2020goals #sustainableliving #healthylifestyle #happyhealthylife #bristol #bristolfoodie #bristolhealth #gingerandpicklesnutrition
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 Why do we find some foods so much more comforting than others? Comfort foods tend to be high sugar, high carbohydrate foods. Sometimes it’s a food associated with childhood. When cooking these sorts of things, I normally prefer to find a less sugar dense version of a favourite comfort food.
This 👆is wintery pear crumble with festive pomegranate topping, I used a naturally sweet fruit, 30% less sweetener than the recipe called for and it still tasted deeeeeeliiiiccciooous. Also adding some true cinnamon elevates the sweetness and making it smell and taste even better. Perfect seasonal comfort food to welcome in December and the start of the winter months. #fruitstagram #healthyandnutritious #nutritionaltherapy #nourishing #nutritionmatters #eatwellbewell #eatseasonally #comfortfood #justeatrealfood #eatgoodfeelgood #nutrientrich #goodeats #nutritioniskey #wholefoods #holistichealth #gingerandpicklesnutrition  And so the crazy countdown begins. You know you’re a real grown up when you prefer a @pukkaherbs herbal tea advent calendar to a chocolate one....I’m embracing old age ☕️ ☕️☕️ Happy 1st December everyone 🎄#alternativeadvent #herbaltea #nutritionaltherapy #advent #pukkatea #herballife #herbalmedicine #healthylifestyle #healthandwellness #healthyliving #teaobsession #tea #herbalifenutrition #bristolfoodie #gingerandpicklesnutrition
 A lecturer once told me, there are three main ways we can control our own physical health: the food and drink we consume, the way we move our bodies and the air we breath. Pollution is linked to so many serious health conditions such as cancer, emphysema and dementia in later life so here’s to our children breathing less toxic fumes and making a difference. BRAVO BRISTOL 👏👏👏👏
#naturopathicnutrition #naturopathicmedicine #cnmbristol #cnm #toxicair #greenair #igersbristol #sparetheair #bristolfoodie #gingerandpicklesnutrition  I thought I’d pick a cheerful herb as it’s world mental health day today. Mint - not just to be confined to toothpaste and Moroccan holidays - is often regarded as a mood stimulant, and is considered a relaxing and soothing herb. Nutritional therapists may recommend mint for those with digestive issues as it can help relax a tight and cramping stomach. And in fact enteric coated peppermint oil has an extremely high efficacy rate for those with IBS and is considered one of the best treatments for those suffering with irritable bowel syndrome. And very few side effects, plus available at most chemists.
-- IBS is sometimes (not always) linked with chronic stress especially in our formative years. We often forget how closely our digestive system and emotions can be linked! Remember around 90% of serotonin is produced in our gut. Mind blowing when you think of how little we look after our digestive systems. -- Serious mental health disorders should always be assessed by a medical professional. But I find it comforting to know what I put in my body CAN definitely have a positive and proactive effect on my emotions. Off to have a fresh mint tea ☕️and a hot bath 🛀🏻 #herbythursdays #mint #ibs #worldmentalhealthday #ibsawareness #herbs #peppermintoil #essentialoil #peppermint #herbalremedies #medicinalherbs #nutritionaltherapy #nutritiontips #naturesmedicine #foraging #bristolfoodie #gingerandpicklesnutrition How beautiful are these?? I love this picture. This is what it looks like at this time of year September - it looks very different and can be used very differently earlier in the year April/May when it can be eaten very much like a vegetable or a culinary herb. It tends to be found near the sea, but these little beauties were found right here in Bristol city centre. At this point in the year the seeds (as pictured) can be used like a spice, much like pepper. Its also called Horse Parsley as 🐴 like to graze on it. It was brought over by the Romans but has been largely replaced in our cooking by celery. Anyway if you do go foraging by the coast (and as always be safe and know what you are picking) try and find this one. A lovely spice to season your food through winter time. #herbythursdays #foraging #wildfood #alexanderseeds #urbanforaging #eatbetternotless #herbs #herbalife #foodasmedicine #plantbased #greenlifestyle #poweredbyplants #naturalingredients #gardentoplate #healthyhappylife #wellnessblogger #gingerandpicklesnutrition  |
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