The Blog
Light, Circadian Rhythm, and Hormones
There is an intricate relationship between light exposure, circadian rhythm, and hormonal balance. In this blog post, I’d like to dive into the nuances of different types of light, their impacts on cortisol levels, hormonal regulation, and sleep patterns....
The Root Cause of Acid Reflux
Welcome to an exploration of the true underlying cause of acid reflux. In this blog post, we'll look at the common misconception surrounding this widespread digestive issue and shed light on the often-overlooked root causes. We will delve into the fascinating world of...
If you have taken the pill — read this!
Welcome to a discussion on the contraceptive pill and its implications for women's health. In recent years, concerns have emerged regarding the safety and long-term effects of this widely-used form of contraception. Let's delve into the potential risks associated with...
Understanding Vitamin D: More Than Just a Vitamin
Welcome to an exploration of the multifaceted nature of Vitamin D. Beyond its conventional role as a bone-strengthening nutrient, Vitamin D serves as a hormone with diverse physiological functions. Let's explore the science behind Vitamin D and its implications on our...
Grounding – Why time connecting with nature is so important when trying to heal
Grounding - Why time connecting with nature is so important when trying to heal Nature is the greatest healer of all. It has the power to calm the mind, soothe the soul, and restore the body. Many people are now living in cities, away from the tranquility of the...
Why you must address liver health when trying to heal your gut
Why you must address liver health when trying to heal your gut When it comes to achieving optimal health, there are a few key factors that come to mind, such as eating a balanced diet, staying active, and getting enough sleep. However, what many people may not realize...
The Mind-Body Connection: How your thoughts impact your health
The Mind-Body Connection: How your thoughts impact your health Your mind and your body are intimately connected, and the way you think can have a powerful impact on your physical health. This mind-body connection is not a new concept, but it is one that has gained...
What Doctors don’t tell you about the oral contraceptive pill
At The Wellness Programme, our focus is always on treating the root cause of a problem, rather than just addressing symptoms. When it comes to hormonal imbalances and women's health, it is certainly no different. This is why I feel it's important to shed light on the...
Candida Overgrowth: Symptoms, causes and solutions
Candida Overgrowth: Symptoms, causes, and solutions Candida overgrowth is a common issue that affects a huge number of people. It is caused by the overgrowth of a type of yeast called Candida albicans, which can lead to a range of rather unpleasant symptoms. These can...
The Mystical Connection Between Parasite Cleansing and the Full Moon
Parasites are a hidden epidemic in modern society that cause a range of health issues, from fatigue and digestive problems to more serious conditions like autoimmune disorders. Unfortunately, doctors and conventional testing often overlook parasites as a possible...
How to reduce EMFs in your home (and why it is important)
Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are everywhere around us, emitted by electronic devices such as mobile phones, Wi-Fi routers, electric cars, and smart meters. While these invisible fields of energy have become an integral part of our daily lives, many people are now...
Why coffee is not the health food you’ve been led to believe it is
There is always so much conflicting information out there about coffee and whether it is good for us or not. Whilst it is a popular beverage enjoyed by the majority of people, there are definitely some things to consider if you are a regular coffee-drinker. Let's dive...
Why Spring is the best time to cleanse the liver
Spring is the season of renewal and growth, and it is also an ideal time to focus on cleansing and supporting the liver. The liver is a vital organ that plays a crucial role in detoxifying the body, regulating metabolism, and maintaining hormonal balance. By taking...
Why I don’t recommend food intolerance tests, and what to do instead
Food intolerances are absolutely off the charts with people now, almost everyone I speak to has developed some intolerance or sensitivity to common foods - the main two usually being dairy and gluten/grains. The way I look at it is that there has to be some deeper...
What you should know about sun cream
Suncream is an essential part of sun protection, but not all are created equal. Some contain toxic chemicals that can cause harm to both humans and the environment. In this post, I want to discuss the dangers of toxic suncreams, explain some of the chemicals included,...
Why you should be drinking filtered water over tap or (plastic) bottled water
Water is the most abundant substance in our body; on average we are made up of about 60% water, so there is no wonder that proper hydration is absolutely vital for optimal functioning. But what people tend to overlook is the quality of the water they drink. Obviously...
Understanding Epigenetics and how it can influence the way you live your life
It might be helpful to begin with what Epigenetics actually is; it’s the study of changes in gene expression that are not caused by changes in the DNA sequence itself. The changes are heritable (passed down through generations) BUT reversible and can be brought about...
Germ Theory vs. Terrain Theory
There are definitely some people who seem to get sick far more regularly than others - have you noticed? Or some people who suffer a lot worse with the common cold or flu than others whilst some won’t catch anything at all! My ethos has always been ‘if I look after my...
My top 5 favourite ways to support the body’s lymphatic system during a cleanse/detox
In last weeks blog post I covered why it is important that we detox and cleanse the body, so to follow on from that I thought this week it would be good to share my favourite ways to support the body, specifically the lymphatic system, during the detox/cleanse process...
Chocolate Pudding Pot Recipe
This was shared by one of our cleansers on the parasite cleanse, which went down an absolute treat! Made originally by an Instagram page called @georgieeatsuk I can't wait for you to try this delicious yet healthy chocolate pudding recipe. Great as a dessert,...
Why do we need to detox and cleanse the body?
The words ‘detox’ and ‘cleanse’ have unfortunately been tarnished massively by the health & fitness/influencer industries through the likes of detox teas, weight loss fads, quick fixes and nutritional deprivation. They fall victim to so much negative judgement...
All about Apple Cider Vinegar, and why you should use it!
I thought this topic was fitting as I recently found a brilliant bargain of 5 litres of Apple Cider Vinegar on sale for £15 and thought it could be helpful for others to list some of the great ways this golden (but sometimes spicy) liquid, can benefit your health!...
27 lessons by 27
Ellie: So in a couple of days on 12th January, I turn 27. Now, I’m not really one to attach much meaning to birthdays, age or celebrations of this kind but for some reason there is something about 27 that is exciting me! 26 was a pretty transformative year for me;...
Reflecting on the year gone by and setting goals for the year ahead
2022 has very swiftly come to an end and I am sure we can all agree that it was probably the quickest year ever experienced! I vividly remember the start of 2022 like it was yesterday, but here we are at the start of 2023 and 2019 was FOUR YEARS AGO. What on earth is...
Low toxin lifestyle: Home fragrances
It obviously comes as no surprise that the modern day lifestyle is absolutely riddled with toxins. From the pesticides used to grow our food, to microplastics IN our food, chemicals in our tap water and chemicals found in our body, face and hair products - sometimes...
Environment clean-up Checklist
Teflon Pans - Use stainless steel or cast iron insteadPlastic Food Containers - Use glass containersMobile/Cell Phones - Keep them at least 3 feet away from your body when not in use. Do not carry on you i.e. women in a bag carried on the shoulder which means the...
My birth story
It was a Saturday night and I was 40 weeks and 4 days. We'd stayed up late watching telly and didn't get to bed until around midnight. I didn't have any signs I'd be going into labour any time soon, until I abruptly awoke to my first contraction. It was around 1.30am...
How do we get parasites?
Parasites are infective organisms that can live within a human host and wreak havoc on their health. Here in the Western world most people think parasites only exist in under developed countries and that we don’t have to worry about them here. It’s interesting to...
The Chinese Organ Clock
In traditional Chinese medicine it is believed that each organ has its point of highest energy and lowest energy.This can be a great indicator for those who wake regularly at the same time each night or who feel fatigued at a certain time each day. Here is a summary...
What to expect when parasite cleansing
Poor gut health and a high toxic load is the perfect environment for these harmful organisms, and both are something the majority of the population have. Much of the foods we eat damage out gut, including gluten, cow dairy, refined sugar, caffeine and alcohol....
Gut friendly iced latte
As some of you may know, I don’t encourage caffeine consumption. Many reasons but just a few here;• that urge for the toilet you feel after your coffee, is your body trying to eject what it considers to be poison• it’s inflammatory to the body• long term use can lead...
Do you have low stomach acid?
HCI deficiency is extremely common. Here are some of the symptoms;? bloating, belching and heartburn? a feeling that food just sits in the stomach? sometimes constipation, sometimes diarrhoea? weak, easily broken finger nails? hair loss in women? nausea, burning...
Your body is a self healing machine
Your body works constantly to protect you, regenerate you and heal you. It is a perfectly functioning engineering machine based on biochemical reactions that happen automatically without you even having to think about it.Your body is beautifully equipped with natural...
Bloating isn’t normal and you can fix it
Many people suffer with bloating, but just because something is common, it doesn’t mean it’s normal. Being confident and loving your body regardless of bloating I fully support, but I also believe in always looking for the root cause of our every ailment, to ensure we...
Why detox should be part of your lifestyle
I don’t mean the fad detoxes, the boo tea or liquid shakes, I mean the proper detoxification techniques which transform your health. The methods that can take your health to the next level, more than can be achieved through diet alone – THAT sort of detox.We really...
Lyme disease hides in parasites
There is a link between Lyme and parasites which people need to be aware of! Doctors will often revert straight to prescribing antibiotics but this often doesn’t help the patient and can actually exarcabate the problem due to the devastation these cause our gut and...
Folate not folic acid
Mainstream advice is to supplement with folic acid — but here’s why you should actually be opting for folate. Getting this from foods is the optimal approach but to ensure adequate intake, a high quality prenatal can also be a good choice.Folate is often called a...
Why bee stings can be healing
I know some people are scared of bees. They buzz near you, mistake your blonde hair for a flower and sometimes forget to leave you alone. But we know they’re good guys and are just trying to get on and do their job - but the thought of being stung can instil fear in...
No disease can exist inside a clean body
All illnesses are symptoms of a toxic body. By cleaning out the body we can restore balance to our gut and other vital organs - and restore our immune system to its maximum disease fighting power. And what’s the best way to clean the body? ...DETOX! The problem we’re...
Understanding eczema and psoriasis
This is a very common complaint from my clients. Understanding the causes behind eczema and psoriasis is so important for healing. I’ve helped many clients heal their skin from these conditions, two of which I’ll share here. The first client (see below) had weeping...
Why healing must be done holistically
When I had cystic acne, I spent so long trying to treat my SKIN.?? I used topical creams, toners, astringents, face masks, facial scrubs and mud packs.?? I had microdermabrasion, chemical peels and laser treatments.?? I picked spots and left spots.?? I used a face...
It’s not just how MUCH gut bacteria we have, but how DIVERSE
A lot of people are now aware that we need to be repopulating the good bacteria in our gut to stay healthy and support our immune system, but something I hear a lot is; “I take probiotics but I haven’t noticed much difference.” There can be many reasons for that but...
How to perform muscle testing
Muscle testing is also known as applied kinesiology (AK). The basic idea behind AK is similar to one of Sir Isaac Newton’s Laws of Motion, which states “for every action in nature there is an equal and opposite reaction.”Applied kinesiology takes this concept and...
Count chemicals, not calories
Chemicals are the real problem- not calories. You could eat health damaging foods with low calories or health promoting foods with high calories. The number of calories are not a representation of what’s healthy. What’s key is the IMPACT the food has on our...
How to balance hormones
I get asked this question a lot. Firstly it’s important to know that imbalanced hormones are in fact another symptom and are not a root cause. Often people believe their acne or weight gain or PCOS is caused by their hormones, when there is something beyond these at...
Healthy hot chocolate recipe
One of the greatest comforts as the dark nights draw in and the temperature drops, is settling down by the fire (or radiator), sticking a good movie on and sipping a hot chocolate. So let me share with you my favourite recipe. Place the following ingredients into a...
Why you should avoid fluoride
Firstly, the liver is unable to process fluoride and so it passes into the bloodstream where it combines with calcium that's been leeched from the skeletal system. This can result in weak bones and skeletal fluorosis. Fluoride has been shown to cause calcification of...
What you should know about root canals
Dr. Price, a dentist known for his work on the relationship between nutrition and dental health, was able to show that root canals can cause chronic diseases of inflammation by experimenting on rabbits. He conducted a series of experiments on rabbits, using extracted...
When healing, always start with the gut
When I speak to new clients, they often tell me;I eat really healthy and have a great dietI also take various supplements to help me healI take probiotics to improve my gut microbiome... but I’m still not seeing results! I want to explain.If our gut isn’t functioning...
Parasites and sleep
A common symptom amongst my clients who have parasites, is that they have poor sleep. This can be as severe as insomnia or simply that they wake up in the early hours of the morning, sometimes even with gut pain. Parasites in the intestinal tract are a common trigger...
I took anti-parasitic herbs but my symptoms haven’t gone…
...does this mean I don't have parasites? This is another question I hear a lot. They tried a parasite cleansing product they purchased online, they completed the course of tablets but they don’t feel any better... or they did for a short while, but now all of their...
Proper detox is not a fad or gimmick
Detoxing has received some negative connotations over the years, thanks to “quick fix” products and diets. These can often cause more harm than good, as they tend to use laxatives to achieve that “detox” effect or a calorie deficient food plan.However, proper detoxing...
Detoxify and decalcify the pineal gland to raise vibrations
The pineal gland is our third eye, which is bathed in highly-charged, cerebrospinal fluid.? It has more blood flow per cubic volume than any other organ — and it’s a tiny, little thing. It’s the gland with the highest concentration of energy in the body.What we’ve...
The Spring Equinox
Spring is the time of purification, healing and rejuvenation. It’s a time to cleanse ourselves of winter’s residue and open ourselves to exciting new possibilities. It’s the most harmonious time of the year for fasting and cleansing both body and mind - just like what...
Advice for newly pregnant women
The pregnancy journey has mostly been very positive, which is why I haven’t shared too much. I’m simply going about my day and baby is cooking nicely, with regular kicks to let me know she’s OK. We turned 28 weeks yesterday! But with every journey, there are of course...