What To Take

What To Take Feel better, understand your body, and take control of your health.

Based in Clayworth, What To Take offers one-to-one health screening and food intolerance testing with clear, practical advice.

16/09/2026

One of the biggest surprises for people is discovering that it isn’t always the food causing the problem.

Many clients arrive convinced they’re intolerant to a specific food, only to find that the real issue is poor gut health, digestive enzymes or an imbalance in the microbiome.

The question isn’t always “what food is causing this?”

Sometimes it’s “why is my body struggling with this food now?”

That’s where the testing becomes so valuable.

Tahini is one of those foods that doesn’t get nearly enough attention.Made from sesame seeds, it’s packed with calcium, ...
15/09/2026

Tahini is one of those foods that doesn’t get nearly enough attention.

Made from sesame seeds, it’s packed with calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin E, healthy fats and even protein.

I love using it to make a quick dressing with a splash of apple c***r vinegar, garlic and a little water.

It’s a really simple way to add flavour and a huge nutritional boost to salads and roasted vegetables.

Sometimes the smallest ingredients make the biggest difference.

14/09/2026

IBS isn’t a diagnosis, it’s a starting point.

Many people are told they have Irritable Bowel Syndrome, but they’re never given an answer as to why they’re experiencing bloating, constipation, diarrhoea or abdominal pain.

There isn’t one single cause of IBS.

Food intolerances, gut bacteria, stress, digestive enzymes and stomach acid can all play a role.

That’s why we test. The more we understand about what’s happening inside your body, the easier it becomes to build a plan that actually works.

One of the best habits I’ve got into is roasting extra vegetables.Whenever I have leftover cauliflower, butternut squash...
10/09/2026

One of the best habits I’ve got into is roasting extra vegetables.

Whenever I have leftover cauliflower, butternut squash or anything else in the fridge, I roast it with a little garlic and keep it in a glass container ready for the week.

It means I can quickly add vegetables to salads, omelettes, lunches or evening meals without having to start from scratch every time.

A little bit of preparation makes eating well so much easier.

07/09/2026

What’s the most common food intolerance I see?

Wheat, gluten and dairy are right at the top of the list.

The challenge is working out whether it’s a genuine intolerance, eating too much of a particular food, or simply struggling to digest it properly.

That’s why testing is so useful. We need to understand whether it’s the food itself or what your body is doing with it.

02/09/2026

What’s the biggest superpower for your health?

Sleep.

Movement, hydration and good nutrition all matter, but quality sleep is where your body repairs, recovers and resets.

If you’re struggling with energy, digestion, hormones or stress, don’t overlook your sleep routine.

Getting to bed earlier, reducing blue light and improving sleep quality can have a huge impact on how you feel.

One of the saddest things I hear is people saying they’ve left it too late.They haven’t.No matter where you’re starting ...
31/08/2026

One of the saddest things I hear is people saying they’ve left it too late.

They haven’t.

No matter where you’re starting from, there is always something that can be improved.

Better movement.
Better sleep.
Better nutrition.
Better stress management.
Small changes add up.

We’ve spent decades blaming fat.Meanwhile, many people are consuming large amounts of sugar and refined carbohydrates wi...
27/08/2026

We’ve spent decades blaming fat.

Meanwhile, many people are consuming large amounts of sugar and refined carbohydrates without understanding the impact on insulin levels and fat storage.

The conversation around weight gain is often far more complex than calories alone.

24/08/2026

Why do we test saliva pH?

Because it can tell us a surprising amount about what’s happening inside the body.

Your saliva pH can affect digestion, nutrient absorption and even how efficiently your thyroid works.

It’s a simple test, but it provides valuable information that helps build a clearer picture of your overall health.

20/08/2026

One of the most valuable tests we carry out is measuring insulin resistance.

Many people think insulin resistance only affects weight, but it can influence so much more.

Brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, inflammation, stubborn weight around the middle and even hormone health can all be affected when the body stops responding properly to insulin.

The good news is there are simple lifestyle changes that can help improve insulin sensitivity over time.

It all starts with understanding what’s happening inside your body.

Address

Teal Cottage, Wheatley Road
Clayworth
DN229AL

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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+447369221449

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