
Why are the various stages of womanhood rarely taught?
Being in my fifties now, I find myself more and more baffled at the sheer lack of information I was ever provided with, either at school or via public health, when it came to the various stages my body would go through as a woman.


10 steps to a balanced life
It’s no secret that maintaining a healthy balance in life can be tricky. We are constantly bombarded with demands from work, family, and social obligations. It can be hard to find time for ourselves, let alone our hobbies and interests.


Lime and coriander tartare sauce
This has such a nice fresh taste to it. Use it for the lime and coriander crumbed cod.


Lime and coriander crumbed cod
If you already have tartare sauce in the fridge and a batch of low carb rolls in the freezer then this makes a quick meal.


It’s OK not to be OK interview
I talk to Wayne Bavin of BBC Radio Suffolk, about a study that found that we say we’re fine when asked how we are, even if we’re not.


Shush. Donโt talk about sexual dysfunction in women
A recent study by Belgian researchers found that out of 750 type 1 and type 2 diabetics, around a third of both men and women


The โDrop the F Wordโ is a fantastic campaign. Shame about the sponsor
Walkers Crisps in collaboration with Ruby Wax and Comic Relief have launched a campaign to improve our mental health by talking more honestly to each


Don’t try this at home! My nightmare with MCT oil.
Hereโs what not to do if youโre trying to replace one ingredient with an untested alternative! My goodness I thought I was being so clever.


The benefits of time restricted eating interview
Listen to my interview with Wayne Bavin of BBC Radio Suffolk about when the best time of day to eat is. Subscribe to receive your


Layered celeriac, leek and bacon gratin
Adapted from a student recipe using potatoes I've been using for years until going low carb. This is simple but full of flavour. Makes a


Low carb, low fat or vegan? The supermarket products that profit industry, and cost you health.
Low carb meals, low fat or vegan, itโs all there. Isnโt it convenient that we can simply move from one diet to another and have


Why do you service your car but not your health?
Do you have maintenance plans of any kind? You more than likely get many things serviced to keep them in good condition. Car, boiler, home appliances etc.


Big food is making a fool of you but you love it
No. Surely not. Not you. Youโre vigilant and always watchful for someone taking the Michael. And if something slips by your guard you easily nip


Dill meatballs with fennel and beetroot
Using sausages makes this dish extra tasty. It has a lovely fresh taste due to the fennel.


Why do humans think we’re superior to nature?
Before 2012 I never questioned where my food came from. I went to the shops to buy the weekly groceries and filled my trolley to


My anger at dietary guides that caused cancer
I would wager that youโve known someone related to you or closely associated with you who has died of cancer. There are very few people


How we could make the UK more sustainable as we fast
With 7.9 billion (and counting) people on the planet it is well known that there is an urgent need to find ways to feed us


Low carb onion bhaji
Traditionally these are made with gram flour, but to keep the carb content down I've used a different batter mix. Super easy to make and