Journal
Food, health and the questions in between.
I write about the science, the practicalities and the pleasures of eating. Browse the articles below.
Menopause: when familiar eating habits need a rethink
Why familiar eating habits can need a rethink around menopause, with practical ideas for balancing meals and making sure you eat enough.
Read article ↗Nutritional therapy · 26 August 2026Nutrition advice is everywhere. So when is it worth seeing a nutritional therapist?
Nutrition information has never been easier to find. You can Google your symptoms, listen to podcasts, follow nutrition experts on social media or ask AI almost any nutrition question…
Read article ↗Food & enjoyment · 9 August 2026Can Cake Be Part of a Healthy Diet?
Can cake be part of a healthy diet? I think it can. But perhaps not for the reason you might expect. We seem increasingly inclined to judge foods individually: healthy or unhealthy, good…
Read article ↗Metabolic health · 19 July 2026Is your metabolic health trying to tell you something?
Looking beyond individual numbers to understand the bigger picture. When you hear the word metabolism, what comes to mind? For many people, it’s simply about how quickly they burn…
Read article ↗Metabolic health · 11 July 2026Could Your Cholesterol Be Telling You More Than You Think?
It struck me recently that whenever cholesterol comes up in conversation, people often ask the same question: “What should I stop eating?” It’s an understandable question. But it’s…
Read article ↗Food & enjoyment · 2 July 2026Making Food Meaningful Again
Thoughts on food, health and the joy of eating well Part 1: When Did Treats Become Everyday Foods? One of the unexpected pleasures of the past few months has been how much I’ve enjoyed…
Read article ↗Gut health · 11 June 2026Should You Have a Food Intolerance Test?
Bloating. Digestive discomfort. Headaches. Skin problems. Fatigue. When symptoms are affecting your quality of life, it’s entirely understandable to want answers. It’s also…
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