Wellness Journal
Welcome to the Vale of Health Wellness Journal! We’re a team of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncturists, Reiki Healers and Naturopathic Nutritionists, dedicated to helping you feel better and reach your health and wellness goals. If you’ve found your way here, we’re excited to support you in making small, meaningful changes to your diet and lifestyle that can have a big impact on your overall health.
In our journal, you’ll find expert insights on holistic living, including fertility and emotional wellness. Expect tips on navigating seasonal changes, nourishing recipes, how to tackle difficult hormonal conditions, analyses of new research, and lifestyle advice rooted in ancient practices. These are the tools that have helped us and our clients, and we hope they do the same for you.
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Inflammation: The Silent Culprit Behind Chronic Health Issues
Discover how chronic inflammation affects conditions like PCOS, IBS, and autoimmune diseases. Learn natural remedies, anti-inflammatory foods, and lifestyle tips to restore balance and vitality. Explore how personalised nutrition and acupuncture can support your health.
Detox Your Daily Life: A Guide to Reducing Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals for Better Health & Fertility
Discover practical steps to reduce exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) that impact fertility, hormone balance, and inflammation. Ideal for anyone trying to conceive, managing hormonal conditions like PCOS or endometriosis, or reducing health risks from toxins in food, home products, and skincare. Learn easy swaps to lower your toxic load and support long-term wellness.
Hormonal Acne : Causes & Solutions
Struggling with hormonal acne? Learn how to clear cystic breakouts around the jawline and chin naturally with nutrition, detox support, and lifestyle changes. From balancing blood sugar and adding anti-inflammatory foods to fibre-rich meals for hormone detox, these holistic strategies support clear, confident skin. Book a 1-1 consultation today!
The Endless Magic of Flax Seeds
Flax seeds are a powerhouse for heart health, hormone balance, and cancer prevention. Known to lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation, they’re rich in omega-3s and lignans that support PMS relief, breast cancer prevention, and tumour reduction. Ideal for seed cycling, flax seeds boost oestrogen levels naturally. Learn how to incorporate freshly ground flax seeds into your diet for optimal health benefits.
Vitamin D: Benefits & Sources
Vitamin D supports immunity, insulin sensitivity, and gut health, making it vital for PCOS, diabetes, and IBD. With limited sun exposure in the UK, discover the best sources, from sunlight to foods like oily fish and egg yolks. Learn how magnesium and healthy fats aid absorption, enhancing Vitamin D's benefits for immune strength and bone health.
The Benefits of Naturopathic Nutrition for Endometriosis
Explore how naturopathic nutrition can help manage endometriosis by balancing blood sugar, reducing inflammation, and supporting hormone regulation. Learn about the benefits of anti-inflammatory foods, cruciferous vegetables, probiotics, and acupuncture to alleviate pain, enhance fertility, and improve overall health for women with endometriosis.
5 Meals I’d eat on repeat for Breast Cancer, Endometriosis, Hormonal Acne…
Discover 5 nutrient-packed meals designed to support hormonal health for conditions like breast cancer, endometriosis, and fibroids. These meals focus on phytoestrogens, anti-inflammatory ingredients, and gut health to help detoxify excess oestrogen and support overall wellness.
The Benefits of Broccoli
Explore the numerous health benefits of broccoli, from supporting hormone balance in PCOS to reducing cancer risks and hormonal acne, and promoting eye and digestive health. Learn why broccoli is a powerhouse for both men and women’s wellness and the best ways to prepare it for maximum nutrition.
Miso + Wakame for Sex Hormone Excretion
Learn how miso and wakame support hormone detoxification by promoting sex hormone excretion. Discover the role of these foods in reducing oestrogen dominance symptoms like jawline acne, improving liver function, and aiding with constipation. Perfect for women’s health, PCOS, fertility, endometriosis, and hormonal acne management. Find out more about incorporating these natural hormone health boosters into your diet.
Seaweed: A Superfood
Explore the powerful benefits of seaweed as a superfood, packed with essential minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. Learn how seaweed supports weight management, thyroid health, detoxification, and can relieve digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and even cancer-related concerns.
Hempseeds, so tiny, yet so full of benefits
Discover the benefits of hemp seeds—a nutrient-dense superfood rich in essential fats, fibre, and plant-based protein. Support heart health, hormonal balance, digestion, and skin wellness. Learn how to incorporate these tiny powerhouses into your diet.
Eczema: Treatment & Prevention
Eczema, often linked to asthma, hay fever, and gut issues, can be triggered by stress and environmental factors. Learn about effective natural treatments, including calendula, evening primrose oil, probiotics, and zinc, to soothe inflammation and promote healing. Discover which foods to avoid and how lifestyle changes can help prevent flare-ups.
Seed Rotation/Cycling: How to & Uses
Learn how seed rotation can help regulate your menstrual cycle, reduce PMS symptoms, and support fertility. Discover the benefits of flax and pumpkin seeds in the follicular phase to balance oestrogen, and sesame and sunflower seeds in the luteal phase to boost progesterone. Seed cycling is a powerful tool for managing hormone health, including conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and hormonal acne.
Turmeric, a bit of magic
Discover turmeric's magic! A powerful anti-inflammatory, turmeric supports immunity, skin health, digestion, and weight loss. It aids PCOS, endometriosis, IBD, and autoimmune conditions while lowering cancer risk. Learn how to maximise its benefits with black pepper and healthy fats in your meals. Perfect for hormonal and digestive health.
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Broccoli Sprouts for Oestrogen Detoxification
Discover how broccoli sprouts support hormone health, oestrogen detoxification, and liver function. Rich in I3C and sulforaphane, they fight inflammation, suppress tumours, and aid conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and oestrogen dominance. Learn how to sprout safely at home and unlock their full health benefits.
Vitamin B6 - Pyridoxine: Explained
Vitamin B6 is crucial for brain function, immune health, and heart wellness. It supports mood regulation, reduces inflammation, aids in bone health, and improves skin conditions like pre menstrual acne and eczema. Learn about the importance of B6, its food sources, and how to ensure optimal levels.
Zinc - an all-important mineral
Zinc is vital for immune support, reducing inflammation, and managing autoimmune conditions like IBD and rheumatoid arthritis. It also plays a role in improving acne, eye health, and male fertility. Learn about zinc's benefits, dietary sources, and the importance of proper supplementation for overall well-being.
Turmeric: Golden Magic
Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory that aids in reducing acne, promoting skin brightness, and supporting liver detoxification. It also boosts immunity, supports weight loss, and helps manage diabetes. Learn why combining turmeric with black pepper and healthy fats enhances its effectiveness, and discover the many benefits of this golden root for overall health.
Herbs and Spices & Their Uses for Health
Discover the powerful health benefits of herbs and spices like cinnamon, ginger, peppermint, and basil. Learn how these natural ingredients support hormone health, and digestive function, and reduce inflammation. From regulating blood sugar to relieving PMS, these antioxidant-packed herbs are a must for any health-conscious kitchen. Ideal for conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and digestive issues.