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Medical herbalist Ellie Holly's talk on herbal medicine, the value of weeds
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Using Weeds As Medicines

I had a lovely day down at Rye Harbour Discovery Centre last Saturday giving a talk to the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.  It was well attended with over forty attendees.  Lots of interesting discussions about how to use common garden…
dance and movement classes in Enfield with Cathy Underwood
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Dance like nobody's watching!

Cathy Underwood is an inspirational yoga and movement teacher working near me in Enfield.  I'm sharing her blog post here because she is so right, dancing is incredibly good for the body and soul even if it is just around your kitchen! Dance…
Plant medicine to nourish your nervous system community event with ellie holly and cathy underwood
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Herbal Medicine for Happiness: Support Your Nervous System, Sleep Better, Feel More Energised

What makes us feel truly happy? Spending time with loved ones, engaging in meaningful work—whether it's a career, caring for family, volunteering, or contributing to our community or the planet—and continually learning and growing. But…
new year detox diet plan

New Year guide to clean eating: a two week gentle detox

New Year is a time for clearing out and beginning a new.  We still have a long stretch of shorter days ahead; it is a time to look after yourself and be kind to your body and soul.   It is a good time to do a health reset: dedicating…
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Nutrition and Exercise Strategies for Joint Health

Nutrition and Exercise Strategies for Joint Health  - A live interactive webinar with Denise Yeats and Ellie Holly  Wednesday 25th September at 7pm (online)  Are you struggling with joint pain and stiffness?   Keen to know which foods…
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Hops, menopause and weight loss

Hops has a long history of use in herbal medicine as a sedative. It also has oestrogenic properties, and clinical trials have shown it is useful for alleviating menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, mood swings and insomnia. I often add tincture…
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Menopause, medicinal herbs & nutrition with Ellie Holly and Cathy Underwood

Below Cathy Underwood, yoga and movement therapist, and I chat about menopause, herbal medicines and nutrition. If you would like to learn more about  how herbal medicines and nutrition can help you during your perimenopause and menopause years…
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Vitamin D the sunshine vitamin - are you getting enough?

The shortest day of the year is nearly upon us, and without good levels of daylight our bodies are deprived of vitamin D. Vitamin D ‘the sunshine vitamin’ is manufactured in the skin when it is exposed to direct sunlight.  From October…
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Omega 3 essential fatty acids and their importance in preventing and treating depression

A recent study has confirmed the suspicion that omega-3 essential fatty acids play an important role in both preventing and treating depression.  Omega-3 essential fatty acids cannot be manufactured in the body and so must be consumed in the…
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Training and Optimum Nutrition in the Perimenopause and Menopause Years

Training and Optimum Nutrition in the Perimenopause and Menopause Years Join me and the fabulous Denise Yeats at our 90 minute webinar all about looking and feeling your best during the perimenopause, menopause and beyond. Denise is an…

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Herbal medicines and supplements to support mood and mental health

Herbal medicine has a lot to offer when it comes to improving mood, reducing anxiety, improving cognitive function, and increasing energy levels.  Herbal medicine is the use of whole plant extracts in the form of teas, tinctures and tablets…