Crabtree Nutrition

Crabtree Nutrition Nutritionist and health coach helping busy women transform their health and their weight with personalised nutrition programmes.

As a Nutritional Therapist I am passionate about nutrition and its role in supporting health and well being. I specialise in women's health and family health. I have designed this page so that I can share information, recipes and tips on health and nutrition.

31/05/2026

We start tomorrow and I’d love you to join us

If you’ve been thinking about joining, this is your moment.

There’s something really powerful about resetting alongside other women who are working towards the same thing.

The encouragement.
The support.
The motivation that comes with doing things together

Inside the Midlife Nutrition Reset, you’ll be guided every step of the way with simple, realistic changes that help you feel better, have more energy and ready for summer.

Come and join us.

💛 Comment RESET and I’ll send you the link before we begin

26/05/2026

Breakfast doesn’t need to be complicated to make a big difference

Starting your day with protein, fibre and healthy fats can help you keep full for longer, reduce cravings and support steady energy through the morning

Adding nuts and seeds is a really easy way to boost fibre, protein and healthy fats without making things more complicated.

This is exactly the kind of approach we focus on inside the Midlife Nutrition Reset, starting next Monday 1st June

Save this post to try this week

A simple way to build meals ⬇️Feeling hungry soon after meals, constantly thinking about food, or dealing with energy di...
20/05/2026

A simple way to build meals ⬇️

Feeling hungry soon after meals, constantly thinking about food, or dealing with energy dips through the day is often not about willpower.

It usually comes down to how your meals are put together.

When meals are missing protein, fibre or healthy fats, they tend to be digested quickly. That can lead to dips in energy and hunger not long after eating.

A simple way to improve this is to build your meals so they include:
protein to keep you satisfied
fibre to support digestion and fullness
healthy fats to slow energy release

This doesn’t need to be complicated or restrictive.

It’s about small, simple changes that help you feel more in control of your eating and more energised throughout the day.

This is exactly the approach we focus on inside the Midlife Nutrition Reset, starting 1st June.

Save this so you can come back to it when you’re planning your meals.

11/05/2026

If eating less and moving more worked…you wouldn’t still feel stuck.

I speak to women every day who are eating well, �trying to make good choices, doing what always worked before …yet they still feel tired, hungry, and stuck in a cycle of cravings.

And it’s confusing.

Because it feels like it should be working.

But in midlife, your body needs something different.

When your meals aren’t properly balanced, your body will keep asking for more. Not because you lack willpower. But because it genuinely needs more support.

This is why I focus on simple things like:
• building meals that actually keep you full�• supporting steady energy through the day�• reducing that constant need to snack

Nothing crazy.�
Just small, realistic changes that make a big difference.
This is exactly how we eat inside the Midlife Nutrition Reset.

If you want to feel clearer and more confident that your food is supporting your body now, Comment RESET and I’ll send you the details 💛

27/04/2026

Here’s why

You know that feeling - the one where you find yourself at the fridge again countless times through the day.

You know you’re not really hungry but you still can’t stop thinking about food?

And it’s almost always sugar or biscuits or bread you’re thinking of?

Do you know why?

Your body is trying to keep your energy steady through the day. When meals are high in these quick-release carbs and low in protein and fibre your blood sugar rises quickly.

Your body releases insulin to deal with that rise moving sugar out of the bloodstream and into storage. But sometimes it overshoots. Blood sugar then drops too quickly and that’s when you feel it

Tired, low mood, foggy, irritable, craving something sweet.

Those cravings aren’t a lack of willpower. They’re your body trying to bring your energy back up.

So you reach for sugar or carbs and the cycle continues.

This is what keeps you stuck, and why you can feel constantly tired, hungry or out of control around food.

Want to change that? The solution is to eat in a way that keeps your energy steady.

Small changes can make a huge difference.

I recommend starting with breakfast. It sets the tone for your energy, cravings and appetite for the rest of the day.

My free 3 day breakfast fix shows you exactly how.

Click the BREAKFAST FIX link in my bio and I’ll send the breakfast fix direct to your inbox

24/04/2026

Get the recipe ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Serves 6-8

2 packs merchant gourmet cooked quinoa
1/2 cucumber, finely chopped
Handful parsley, chopped
Handful mint, chopped
1 small chopped red onion
3/4 cup chopped pistachios
I tin rinsed & drained chickpeas
Juice of 1.5 lemons
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Seasoning
1 pack feta, cubed

Combine everything together and enjoy

Save this recipe for when you need an easy week 😜

For more easy recipes click the link in my bio

20/04/2026

Start with your breakfast.

I know it sounds simple, but it makes such a difference.

For years, I didn’t realise that what I was eating first thing was setting the tone for my whole day.

My energy would dip, I’d feel snacky by mid-morning, and I was constantly thinking about food.

Once I changed how I was eating at breakfast, everything started to feel easier.

My energy became more stable
Cravings settled down
And I stopped feeling like I was fighting my body all day.

It’s not about being perfect or restrictive.
It’s about giving your body what it actually needs in midlife.

If you’re feeling stuck right now, this is a really good place to start.

That’s exactly what I walk you through in my 3-day breakfast fix.

Simple, practical changes you can fit into real life, with guidance each day so you know exactly what to do.

Click the BREAKFAST FIX in my bio to access

It’s completely free, and it might just be the shift you’ve been missing.

29/01/2026

This morning I shared this tip with my cleansers as we are talking today about the importance of eliminating our waste products.

When your liver has done the hard work preparing waste for elimination we want our guts to be functioning efficiently so that we can remove the waste from the body.

When our guts feel sluggish or we are constipated this can really effect the way that we feel and can be one of the reasons our energy levels are low, we experience headaches or our hormone related symptoms can be exacerbated.

This is a simple, cost effective way to get things moving 😀

21/01/2026

Would you like to join us? DM me and I’ll send you the link x

12/01/2026

Over the last few years, I’ve built in daily habits that help me feel energised, drop that stubborn weight (that crept up on me through my 40s!), and feel so much more confident as a result.

It really is the small things we do consistently that bring the best results.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not perfect. Life happens, and sometimes the habits slip (and that’s OK!). It’s definitely not about perfection. 😉

1. Getting natural light first thing in the morning 🌞

This one’s an easy win for me because I have a dog! Getting out for a morning walk has made a huge difference to my mood and sleep. I often combine it with a walk with friends, making it fun too!

2. Eating a protein-rich breakfast 🍳

I tend not to eat until I get back from my walk, but a protein-packed breakfast helps set my metabolism for the day and keeps sugar cravings in check. It doesn’t have to be complicated - mine is usually Greek yogurt with berries and seeds or scrambled eggs with veggies.

3. Planning my meals in advance 🗓️

I’ll be honest, meal planning feels natural to me now. I’m not sure where I’d be without it! It saves time and removes the stress of last-minute decisions. On busy days, I plan easy options like a frozen batch-cooked meal.

4. Going to bed and waking up at regular times 🛏️⏰

Sleep has been my biggest challenge for years, and I’ve really had to work at this one. Sometimes it’s tough to get up at the weekend when everyone else is still asleep, but the difference it makes to my energy levels, mood, and food choices is 100% worth it.

5. Prioritising yoga 🧘‍♀️

Just because I love it. It’s my once-a-week non-negotiable commitment to myself. I don’t let family, friends, or work derail it because showing up for that class helps me show up as my best self everywhere else.

What are your top habits for feeling your best during menopause? Drop them in the comments!

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