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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…
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Exercise during the peri and menopause years – training adaptations

As someone who has always been very active, I became aware in my mid-forties that changes in my body were starting to affect my training. I have a particular passion for triathlon and multisport events, and always believed that consistent training…
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The DUTCH Complete Test

What is a DUTCH test and when is it useful? DUTCH test stands for Dried Urine Complete Hormone Test. This is an incredibly useful test which may help patients to find out the root causes of their hormone imbalances. The test measures 35…
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Using local herbs for health – Dandelion

Dandelion – A very old medicine Spring is very gently starting to appear; green leaves are cautiously emerging.  Traditionally after a long winter with little fresh vegetables or fruit the poor country folk of England would pick young…
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Milk Thistle – will it really help your liver and support a detox?

Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a famous herbal remedy with a reputation for improving liver function, but is that reputation justified?  Many people are kicking off January by going on detox diets which often involve taking milk thistle…
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Delicious vegan sweet potato and cauliflower lentil dish

This delicious and simple recipe (discovered on the BBC Good Food website and amended) is good enough to serve to guests at a dinner party and works equally well as healthy mid week dinner.  Or you could make it and store portions in the fridge…
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Lentil, Carrot and Cumin Soup

Delicious, quick and easy to make and incredibly healthy!  This vegan friendly recipe is fab for lunches or lighter mid week dinners.  Did you know cumin has very powerful antioxidant qualities and helps to prevent chronic disease such as…
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Vitamin C – should I be taking supplements?

The current UK recommended daily intake of vitamin C is 40mg, but is this enough? Should we be taking supplements, or will they do more harm than good? Recommended daily allowances (RDAs) are generally set to prevent vitamin deficiency diseases. …

Tag Archive for: herbal medicine

The Integrative Gut Health Programme. 12 weeks of personalised herbal, nutritional and lifestyle support to improve your digestive health.
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The Integrative Gut Health Programme (12 weeks)

The Integrative Gut Health Programme 12 weeks of personalised herbal, nutritional and lifestyle support to improve your digestion and gut health This three month programme is designed to eliminate or significantly reduce your digestive symptoms. …
Nutrition, supplement and exercise strategies for joint health by Ellie Holly
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Nutrition and Exercise Strategies for Joint Health

Nutrition and Exercise Strategies for Joint Health Online Course with Ellie Holly, Autumn 2025 (Date TBC) Are you struggling with joint pain, stiffness, or reduced mobility that’s getting in the way of your favourite activities? Are you…
menopause and peri menopause

Diet, nutrition, and supplements for the peri-menopause and menopause years

Diet, nutrition, and supplements for the peri-menopause and menopause years Are you feeling tired and irritable? Suffering with hot flushes, mood swings, depression or headaches? Struggling with unwanted weight gain, sleeping badly, or lost…