Why chasing ‘quick fixes’ keeps you stuck
In today’s world, it’s easy to be drawn to solutions that feel simple and immediate. We’re surrounded by messages that suggest better health is just one change away. And in...
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What is stress actually costing you?
Think back to the last time you felt truly relaxed. Can you remember how it felt? Now, contrast that with a moment of high stress – your heart racing, mind...
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5 reasons pumpkin seeds are one of the best sources of magnesium
When we talk about magnesium, the conversation often becomes about dose. But as a nutritional biochemist, I have always found that source matters just as much. Pumpkin seeds are one...
The link between magnesium and pain
Pain is not just a sensation. It is a signalling process. It begins with tissue irritation or injury, but the experience of pain is shaped by the nervous system, inflammation,...
The overlooked mineral in inner ear resilience
When we think about hearing loss, we tend to think about ageing or noise exposure. We rarely think about minerals. But the inner ear is not passive tissue. It is...
The foundational role of magnesium in neurological health
The nervous system is exquisitely sensitive – it needs to be. It responds to light, sound, temperature, memory, threat (perceived and real), touch, breathing patterns, blood sugar shifts and hormones...
Magnesium & cognitive ageing: why this mineral matters more than we realise
The longer we have the privilege of being alive (one of the ways I prefer to refer to ageing), some people might begin to notice subtle changes in their cognition....
The science behind magnesium and sleep
Magnesium doesn’t make you sleep. It helps your physiology prepare for it. Falling asleep requires a coordinated shift in neurochemistry. The brain must reduce excitatory signalling, stress hormones need to...
When is the best time to take magnesium?
I’m often asked for “the” perfect time to take magnesium, as though there’s a universal answer printed somewhere in human biology. There isn’t. Magnesium is a foundational mineral involved in...
Magnesium and migraine: is there a missing link?
If you live with migraine, you know it’s never “just a headache”. For some, it begins with flickering lights or visual disturbance. For others, it arrives with nausea, sensitivity to...
Why magnesium matters for women’s health more than you think
From the first menstrual cycles of adolescence through pregnancy, motherhood, perimenopause and menopause, magnesium is involved in hundreds of biochemical reactions that influence how a woman feels each day. It...
The risk factors for the development of iron deficiency in kids
Iron plays a crucial role in a child’s development – supporting brain growth, energy production, immune strength, and the transport of oxygen throughout the body. Yet despite its importance, iron...
Always tired? It might not just be your lifestyle
When I support thyroid health, I look through three key lenses: biochemical, nutritional, and emotional. From a nutritional perspective, several nutrients play a vital role – there’s iodine, which is...
Zero alcohol drinks: Are they good alternatives?
Zero-alcohol drinks are having a moment. As more people seek healthier lifestyles or experiment with alcohol-free periods (think Dry July, Octsober or other mindful drinking trends), the demand for zero-alcohol...
5 reasons your sinuses might be perpetually blocked
If you’re dealing with the constant annoyance of a blocked nose, you’re probably familiar with its many downsides. A congested nose doesn’t just impact your ability to breathe freely –...
What to look for in supplements
It’s vital to understand that nothing in the entire world can replace a highly nutritious way of eating. Supplements are designed to supplement – not replace – a nourishing diet. But it...
How to support yourself nutritionally when recovering from burnout
Burnout feels like hitting a wall – emotionally, physically and mentally. It’s not just weariness after a long day; it feels like a complete system shutdown after a prolonged presence...