Wellness Blog
IBS and Bloating: When Digestive Symptoms Are Not “Just Gut Issues”
IBS and bloating are common digestive issues that affect many people, often persisting despite dietary changes. While these symptoms are frequently linked to food, they are rarely caused by diet alone. In clinical practice, IBS and bloating are often influenced by a combination of factors, including gut microbiome imbalance, stress, [...]
Gut Health and the Microbiome: A Foundational Guide
A Foundational Guide for Gut Health, Digestion, Hormones and Immunity Gut health plays a central role in digestion, immunity, hormone balance, and overall wellbeing. At the core of this system is the gut microbiome, a complex ecosystem of microorganisms that influence how your body functions every day. When gut health [...]
How to improve gut health naturally: why 30 plant foods per week changes everything
By Joanna Sochan, Wholistic and Natural and Lifestyle Therapist with 15+ years experience supporting gut health and microbiome diversity, digestive, hormonal and metabolic health, naturally. If you’re searching for how to improve gut health naturally, one of the most research-backed strategies is eating 30 different plant foods per week to [...]
Kefir: how to make kefir at home
I’m a big fan of having homemade kefir on a regular basis as it’s both a highly nutritious food and a great natural remedy for healthy gut, strong immune system and good mood, among others. How to make kefir at home? It's so easy, let me show you how in [...]
Melatonin, Sunlight and Circadian Rhythm: A Practical Guide for Sleep, Hormones and Energy
Sleep disruption, low energy, and hormonal changes are some of the most common concerns I see in clinic. And more often than not, they trace back to one underlying system that doesn’t get enough attention - your circadian rhythm. Melatonin is often described as the “sleep hormone”, but in practice, [...]
Oxymel: the ancient honey-vinegar tonic for immune and metabolic health
For centuries, women relied on kitchen medicine — simple, potent formulas created from ingredients they trusted. Oxymel is one of those remedies: a blend of honey, vinegar, and herbs with a long history and modern relevance. Today, as health-aware women seek natural, evidence-informed solutions for immunity, energy, digestion, and resilience, oxymels are [...]
