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If you struggle to stop eating certain foods, it does not mean you are weak.

Cravings can be driven by blood sugar swings, hormones, ultra-processed foods and the way certain foods affect the brain and body.

This blog explains why food cravings are not just about willpower, and where to start if you want to feel more in control.

Pregnancy food advice can feel overwhelming, and fish is one area that often creates a lot of worry.

Many women hear warnings about mercury and contaminants, but far less about the important nutrients that suitable fish and seafood can provide for a baby’s developing brain and eyes.

This blog looks at why the conversation around fish in pregnancy needs to become more balanced, so women are not simply told what to avoid, but are also supported to understand what to include.

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Exam season is stressful for all teenagers, but for teenage girls there can be another layer we rarely talk about: hormones.

Mood, energy, focus, confidence and stress tolerance can all shift across the menstrual cycle. This does not mean girls are lazy, dramatic or making excuses. It means their bodies have patterns.

When girls understand those patterns, they can stop blaming themselves and start working with their biology instead of fighting against it.

A gentle reminder for parents: teenage girls do not just need revision timetables. They also need understanding, rest, nourishment and support.

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Nutrition and mental health are more closely connected than once thought. This article explores how food, blood sugar balance, gut health, nutrients and emerging research into nutritional psychiatry may influence mood, energy, stress resilience and overall mental well-being.

As the season of Goodwill is upon us, it can be a tricky time for our mental health. Can what we eat and drink affect our mental health? Yes, it definitely can. Our Gut-Brain Connection Our Gut can communicate with our brains through our nervous system with hormones…