AJH Nutrition

AJH Nutrition Nutritional Therapist supporting women in midlife with personalised, naturopathic guidance. Online consultations • ajhnutrition.co.uk

Drawing on 25+ years of NHS experience to help you understand the drivers behind your health concerns.

24/08/2026

Starting again

Today I went for a run after another break. I told myself it was the heatwaves keeping me away — but if I’m honest, this morning it was the usual voice: I’m tired, I don’t feel like it, will I even have time? The same barriers, back again.

Then I got out there, and it was exactly as good as it always is. No phone, no emails — just being present, moving, and actually having space to think. If I hadn’t gone, I would never have seen the path stretched out ahead of me, the trees, the sun breaking through the clouds. I don’t know why I let myself go so long without it.

I’ve always known running is good for me — for my body, my mood, my sense of calm. Knowing that has never been the hard part. The hard part is following through, and not letting the small excuses win.

So if there’s something you used to love and have quietly stopped doing — what would it feel like to start again today?

16/07/2026

Emerging research shows that the microbiota plays a central role in endometriosis, shaping oestrogen metabolism, immune tone, and inflammation.
This is a potential area or research that could opens new doors for diagnosis and treatment, but clinical trials are still needed.
Save this if you want more physiology‑first breakdowns.

13/07/2026

The foggy thinking, mood dips and anxiety so many women feel in perimenopause aren’t imagined, they often trace back to small biochemical shifts that change how the body makes and uses choline.

As oestrogen fluctuates, the enzyme that helps produce choline becomes less active. And because choline supports memory, mood regulation, liver function, bile flow and the vagus nerve, even mild drops can be noticeable.

The reassuring part is that gentle, food‑first increases like eggs, salmon, chickpeas, Brussels sprouts, tofu can meaningfully support clearer thinking and steadier energy over time.

This is the kind of pattern nutritional therapists are trained to spot: subtle nutrient insufficiencies that show up as everyday symptoms. Using physiology, diet assessment and clinical reasoning, we help you understand what your body might be asking for and how to support it in a grounded, evidence‑based way. If you’re looking for support follow the link in my bio to book a discovery call via my website.

09/07/2026

Your gut has a rhythm.
Between meals, the migrating motor complex (MMC) sweeps the small intestine clean, clearing debris, moving bacteria along, and supporting the gut lining.

But here’s the catch: the MMC stops the moment you eat.
That means constant snacking can interrupt this essential housekeeping cycle.

Leaving 4–5 hours between meals gives your gut the space it needs to complete its sweep and reset.
Gentle consistency. Better motility. Calmer digestion.

06/07/2026

Working on stabilising blood sugars during the day can have a positive impact on sleep. Your body thrives on consistency, so eating meals at similar times each day helps regulate metabolic rhythms and reduces unnecessary spikes and dips in glucose. A regular eating pattern also supports hormonal balance, including cortisol and insulin, both of which influence sleep quality.

A 12‑hour overnight fasting window is a helpful minimum to aim for. This allows the gut to complete key housekeeping processes which helps clear residual food and supports the maintenance of the gut lining.

Prioritising protein at breakfast and lunch can improve satiety and provide essential amino acids needed for neurotransmitter production, tissue repair, and metabolic regulation. This can help stabilise energy levels and reduce mid‑afternoon crashes that often interfere with evening relaxation and sleep onset.

If you’re struggling with sleep, blood sugar regulation may be only one part of the picture. Starting with foundational habits is a great first step, but working with a nutritional therapist can help identify other systems that may need support to bring your health back into balance.

You can book a discovery call via my website (link in my bio) to explore how we can work together.

02/07/2026

Your gut is in constant conversation with the rest of your body.

Did you know, not only do you have a gut brain axis but…

…you also have a gut skin axis, a gut o***y axis, a gut thyroid axis, a gut lung axis…

…can you see where I’m going with this?

Your gut is central to your overall health, so treat it with some love.

When these communication pathways are supported through nourishment, fibre, rest, and stress regulation, the ripple effects can be felt everywhere.
Energy. Skin. Hormones. Immunity. Mood.

It does not need to be complicated.

Just consistent.

29/06/2026

Mushrooms contain high quality proteins, dietary fibre, essential amino acids, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and unique antioxidants.

Ergothioneine is found in the highest concentration in mushrooms and humans cannot synthesise it. It acts as a powerful antioxidant and works synergistically with glutathione. It shows anti inflammatory effects and potentially plays a role in cardiovascular and neuroprotection.

Takeaway message, eat more mushrooms! 🍄‍🟫

26/06/2026

A little London trip last week with my daughter, I’d booked it for the learning… but we also found space for exploring, wandering, and being together.

I went to hear Lara Briden speak about perimenopause, and it was such a grounding reminder:

Perimenopause is not a diagnosis.
It’s a physiological transition, a whole‑body recalibration, like a second puberty.

And while this phase can influence so much, not every symptom belongs to perimenopause.
Some are signals that deserve their own attention.

It left me thinking about how important it is to look beyond the headlines, beyond the noise, and really understand what the body is communicating.

Perimenopause becomes more challenging for some people because the part of the brain that regulates the circadian rhythm...
25/06/2026

Perimenopause becomes more challenging for some people because the part of the brain that regulates the circadian rhythm, the suprachiasmatic nucleus, is sensitive to fluctuating oestrogen and the natural drop in progesterone.

This sensitivity can make sleep, mood, energy and metabolic rhythms easier to disrupt.

Working with a nutritional therapist can help identify the areas that need support.
It’s not just about the food, it’s about understanding how sleep, stress, movement, light exposure and nourishment all interact with your hormonal rhythm.

Nutritional therapy can offer a space to explore what’s changing, map out the patterns behind your symptoms, and build gentle, realistic strategies that support your body through this transition.

It can help you understand what your body is asking for, rather than guessing or pushing through.

We spend around a third of our lives asleep, so how is sleep not more central in health checks and conversations with he...
23/06/2026

We spend around a third of our lives asleep, so how is sleep not more central in health checks and conversations with health professionals?

Poor sleep affects almost every system in the body. It can lead to:

• less inclination to move or exercise
• poorer dietary choices
• lower mood
• a heightened experience of pain

Your circadian rhythm regulates sleep, metabolism and hormones.
Misalignment happens when your internal clock falls out of sync with environmental cues such as light exposure, meal timings and stress patterns.

This misalignment can contribute to chronic health conditions affecting:

• neurological function
• mental health
• the cardiovascular system

A few ways to support your circadian rhythm:

•Morning light exposure — bright natural light soon after waking
• Regular meal timing throughout the day
• Reducing evening light — artificial light at night can suppress melatonin, the hormone that helps you fall asleep.

Your body works best when it moves in rhythm with the day.

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