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May Simpkin Nutrition Ditch the diets & embrace real food, The May Way! Make informed choices with expert nutrition tips. Your health is important! LIKE this page to get you started.

With a little more understanding and careful guidance, you can take simple steps to make changes which can have a profound effect of your health and wellbeing.

03/06/2026

When people ask me what makes a meal healthy, they’re often expecting me to mention a superfood, a supplement or some specific nutrient.

In reality, I’m usually thinking about nutritional value as a whole meal.

A nutrient-dense meal doesn’t have to be complicated. I simply look for a source of protein, plenty of colourful plant foods and a source of carbohydrate to provide energy.

In this dish, the prawns provide a first-class protein source, the peppers, onions, tomatoes, garlic and ginger contribute fibre and beneficial plant compounds and the rice completes the meal.

I also rely heavily on ingredients I keep in the freezer. Frozen prawns and frozen ginger make it much easier to put together nutritious meals without needing to shop every few days or worry about food waste.

One final tip: if your homemade meals sometimes taste a little flat, pay attention to the order you’re cooking ingredients. Adding garlic and ginger later in the cooking process helps preserve their vibrant flavour, while warming spices in oil first can completely transform a dish.

Do you keep any freezer staples on hand for quick meals?

26/05/2026

Too hot to cook, but still want to eat something nourishing? ☀️

This is exactly the kind of meal I gravitate towards when the weather is scorching and standing over a cooker feels deeply unnecessary!

🥒 Raw courgette ribbons, using a vegetable peeler
🌿 White asparagus (because it’s in season here in France)
🌰 A warm grilled hazelnut vinaigrette for crunch, flavour and healthy fats

Simple, fresh and surprisingly satisfying.

This is your reminder that healthy meals don’t have to be complicated, especially in summer.

🌰 Grilled Hazelnut Vinaigrette

Air fry 50g hazelnuts for 5–6 minutes (seriously… set a timer 😅), then roughly chop.

Whisk together:
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp white wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Sea salt + black pepper

Stir through the warm grilled hazelnuts and spoon generously over your salad.

Not a courgette or asparagus fan? This dressing also works beautifully with:

✨ Green beans
✨ Tenderstem broccoli
✨ Beetroot
✨ Ribboned carrots
✨ Shaved fennel
✨ Tomatoes with feta or burrata
✨ Chargrilled peppers or aubergine
✨ New potatoes for a warm salad moment

Basically… anything that benefits from a little nutty, tangy deliciousness!

Want more nourishing meals for hot weather? Comment SUMMER ☀️

19/05/2026

We often think of summer as the season that leaves us glowing… but some summer habits can work against collagen support without us even realising.

Collagen is one of the key proteins that helps give skin its firmness and elasticity, but things like increased UV exposure, dehydration, disrupted routines, excess sugar and alcohol can all play a role in collagen breakdown over time.

Now, this isn’t about avoiding summer, of course it isn’t! It’s about supporting your body alongside enjoying it.

For me, summer skin support looks like:
✔️ Prioritising protein-rich meals
✔️ Plenty of colourful vitamin C-rich foods
✔️ Staying hydrated
✔️ SPF
✔️ Supporting collagen consistently from within

I’ve been using Totally Derma Collagen as part of my routine for a few years now and if you’ve been curious to try it, they offer a 90-day trial so you can give it a proper chance to see the effects.

You can use my code MAY15 for a discount via the Totally Derma website.

www.totallyderma.com

17/05/2026

Still thinking about food all afternoon despite “eating healthy”? This might be why…

One of the biggest reasons people struggle with cravings between meals isn’t lack of willpower…

It’s often because the meal they ate simply wasn’t satisfying enough.

We’ve somehow normalised tiny lunches, plain salads and trying to eat as little as possible in the name of “being healthy”, only to find ourselves picking, craving or mentally negotiating snacks an hour later.

That constant thinking about food can feel exhausting.

As a nutritionist, I’m a huge advocate of eating proper meals.

Meals that are balanced. Meals with texture, flavour and enough volume to actually satisfy.

This one is a perfect example 👇

✨ Air-fried butternut squash topped with creamy avocado and feta
✨ Served with tomatoes and gherkins for extra fibre, nutrients and crunch

Simple, delicious and importantly… enough food.

Because when meals include the right combination of fibre, healthy fats and satisfying ingredients, you’re far less likely to be rummaging through cupboards later.

Healthy eating shouldn’t leave you hungry.

And no, eating a proper meal is not “too much food” when it’s built well.

This recipe is inside my Reset Recipes Ebook, alongside 21 creative, balanced meal ideas designed to help you feel fuller, more satisfied and stop overthinking food.

Tell me honestly… do you struggle more with cravings in the afternoon or evening? 👇

16/05/2026

| As a nutritionist, I love that fibre is finally getting the attention it deserves. We talk about adding wholegrain, more veg, building balanced meals… and yes, that’s a great place to start.

The reality is that most people still aren’t getting enough fibre in their diets and simple choices throughout the day can really help contribute towards that 30g daily target.

And it’s not just about what you eat at home, it’s also about your choices when you’re out and about, busy and when options are limited.

Even something as simple as a snack can help.

SUN Bites are high in fibre and can be an easy way to contribute towards your daily fibre intake.

So start thinking about including fibre at every opportunity throughout your day.

More Fibre... Less Blah Blah…that’s where the real difference happens!

14/05/2026

Struggling to stay consistent with healthy eating? It might not be motivation you’re lacking… it might just be inspiration.

One of the biggest things I see as a nutritionist is people starting with good intentions, then getting stuck in the cycle of: “I don’t know what to make.” So they either overcomplicate it… or give up altogether.

Here’s the thing: consistency doesn’t come from constantly creating exciting, brand-new meals every day. It comes from having a simple collection of meals and recipes that work.

And repeating meals? That’s not a problem. In fact, if your meals are balanced, satisfying and nutritionally supportive, repetition can actually make healthy eating feel easier with less decision fatigue, less overwhelm and more consistency.

That’s exactly why I’ve put together my 7-Day Reset Recipe Book, to give you inspiration, simple balanced meals and a clear starting point when you feel stuck.

Think of it as your “I just need someone to tell me what to eat this week” reset 🙌

✨ Simple recipes
✨ Balanced meals that actually satisfy
✨ No overcomplicated food rules …that’s The May Way!

Ready to get back into a rhythm? Download your copy via the link in my bio.

Tell me… do you thrive on variety, or are you happy repeating meals when they work? 👇

03/05/2026

Rhubarb deserves a lot more credit… especially when it comes to your gut.
Most people see it as something that just needs sugar to taste good, but nutritionally, it’s doing far more behind the scenes.

Rhubarb is naturally rich in fibre, which helps support digestion and keeps things moving.
�It also contains polyphenols, plant compounds that act as fuel for your gut bacteria, helping to support a healthier microbiome.

And because it’s naturally low in sugar, it’s a brilliant base for dessert when you want something that satisfies without sending your blood sugar on a rollercoaster.

Now, yes, it is tart. So I do add a little sugar before baking… but when you pair it with orange and ginger, you need far less than you think. Remember, you can add a little honey or sweetness at the table if you prefer it a little sweeter.

Then it’s all about how you build it: protein from yoghurt, fibre from the rhubarb and that golden granola crumb for crunch and healthy fats.

✨ Simple Granola Crumb
(Save & share this to make on repeat!)

Mix together:
* 40g oats (I used ground oats, so it was more of a flour)
* 20g chopped nuts (almonds, pecans or walnuts work well)
* 1 tbsp seeds (pumpkin or sunflower)
* 1 tbsp melted coconut oil
* 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup
* pinch of cinnamon + salt

Bake at 180°C for 10–12 mins until golden, then let it crisp up.

💬 Are you team rhubarb… or still traumatised from the overly sour versions?!!!

TUNA & BEAN “COWBOY” SALAD BOWLHere’s a quick lunch to have ready in the fridge for the weekend. 1 tin beans, borlotti, ...
01/05/2026

TUNA & BEAN “COWBOY” SALAD BOWL

Here’s a quick lunch to have ready in the fridge for the weekend.

1 tin beans, borlotti, black red
kidney, flagelot...drained and
rinsed
1 tin tuna
1 tin sweetcorn, drained
1 pepper or varied colours...
red, yellow, green, diced
1 avocado, chopped or sliced
¼ red onion, finely chopped
2 boiled eggs
Fresh coriander, chopped
Chilli flakes

For the dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1 lime
½ tsp honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt & pepper

30/04/2026

Calories tell you how much energy is in a food, but they tell you nothing about the quality of that energy.

The real question is
👉 what are those calories made up of?

✨Is it protein that keeps you full!

✨Is it fibre that supports your gut?

✨Are there healthy fats that stabilise energy?

Or…is it just a full of sugar & refined fats that leave you hungry again an hour later?

Two foods can have the same calories and do very different things in your body.

I’m far more interested in that!

💡 Understanding why something is higher in calories will always serve you better than just reacting to the number.

Next up: the simple 3 things I scan for to know if a food will actually satisfy me.

💬 Are you someone who still checks calories first when you pick something up?

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