Health Hub
Meet your oestrobolome!
Oestro… what?! It’s ok… you are not alone 😊. I only learned about it a few years ago… 🙈 If you’ve been following my letters, you might know about your *microbiome*! 👍🏻😄 Oestrobolome = a group of 60 healthy gut bacteria that are especially important for your hormones...
Have you ever tried journaling?
😫Are you always rushing about?… 😬Feeling stressed and anxious?… 😱A million thoughts going through your head all at the same time?… 😫there is so much to do and so little time!… Have you ever tried JOURNALING? Well, it was never my thing, really....
Do we all need a probiotic supplement?
I get asked this question A LOT.....😄 My question to YOU would be… 🦠have you heard of MICROBIOME? All the amazing microorganisms living IN and ON you - your skin, your gut, your mouth and every surface of your body! They make incredible...
Have you heard of silent walking?
I know it might sound a bit ridiculous for some…😀 The health benefits of “silent walking”… You mighty roll your eyes… What else would they come up with next? 🙄 But this is exactly what I struggle with… 👉🏻Going for a walk with NO gadgets! No podcast to...
Recent highlights from the Lifestyle Medicine Conference…
As I’ve just returned from the annual conference of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine in Manchester, my head is still buzzing from new and exciting insights in the health space… I would love to share my highlights with you! 🌟Microbiome - the...
Are you well hydrated?
Do you often get dry mouth, dry skin, have headaches, lethargy, and brain fog? We tend to reach for skin lotion, ibuprofen, sugar, and caffeine instead of a tall glass of H₂0💧. 💧chronic low-grade dehydration can increase cardiovascular and digestive problems, lead to...
Digital Detox
We have all heard about avoiding toxic substances, like alcohol and smoking..... But sometimes, do we all need a DIGITAL detox? 📵 Being glued to our screens can be harmful. Summer months could be a good opportunity to try it. 💡 Try these simple tricks: schedule a...
How much exercise do we need?
Physical Activity is one of the pillars of Lifestyle Medicine. But do you know if you exercise too much or too little? 🧐 We have all heard of unique therapeutic benefits of exercise for quality of life, cardiovascular health❤️, healthy weight and longevity. So, it is...
Dr Olga Morton’s Interviews with Radio Asian Fever
Listen here to her interviews on Lifestyle Medicine and Menopause.
Is “sugar-free” a healthy alternative to sugar?
Have you been told that “sweeteners” are a great alternative to sugar, reducing your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke, helping you with weight loss and even preventing tooth decay? A recent research study led by Elinav lab and published in Cell in...
