Preston Health Foods

01/09/2026

As the new school year begins, it’s the perfect time to support your child’s health, energy, and immunity. Busy mornings, packed lunches, and after-school activities can make it challenging to ensure children get all the nutrients they need.

At our health food shop, we’re here to help with a wide range of wholesome snacks, vitamins, immune-support products, lunchbox essentials, and nutritious foods to keep children feeling their best all term long.

Healthy children are happier, more focused, and ready to learn. Visit us in-store and let our friendly team help you find the right products to support your family’s back-to-school routine.

Wishing all students, parents, and teachers a happy, healthy, and successful school year! 🍎📚✨

22/08/2026

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15/08/2026

Understanding Iridology 🌿👁️

Have you ever wondered what your eyes might reveal about your overall wellbeing?

Iridology is a complementary wellbeing practice that involves observing the colour, patterns and markings of the iris. Practitioners use these visual features as part of a holistic assessment, with the aim of gaining insight into areas of the body that may benefit from extra care and attention.

What are the potential benefits?

Iridology can be used as a tool to:

🌱 Encourage greater awareness of your overall wellbeing,
🌱 Support a more holistic approach to health and lifestyle,
🌱 Help identify areas you may wish to focus on when discussing your wellbeing,
🌱 Provide an opportunity to talk through diet, lifestyle and general wellness goals,

At Preston Health Foods, we’re pleased to offer iridology as one of our complementary wellbeing services. If you’re curious to learn more about the practice and explore what an iridology consultation involves, our friendly team will be happy to tell you more.

It’s important to remember that iridology is a complementary practice, not a diagnostic medical test. It isn't used to diagnose illness or replace advice, diagnosis or treatment from your GP or another qualified healthcare professional.

📍 Visit us at Preston Health Foods and discover how we can support you on your wellbeing journey.

13/08/2026

☀️🔥 HEATWAVE MODE: ON! 🔥☀️

The sun might be loving life, but let’s make sure you are too! 😎💦

Here are a few simple ways to stay cool, hydrated and feeling your best during the heatwave:

💧 Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Keep a bottle with you and sip regularly throughout the day.

🥒 Eat your water! Fresh fruit, cucumber and salad can help keep you refreshed.

🧂 Don’t forget your electrolytes! Our shop has hydration/electrolyte products to help replace minerals lost through sweating. Viridian’s Electrolyte Fix is perfect for this!

🌿 Keep it light! Herbal teas served chilled can make a refreshing alternative to sugary drinks. Our favourite cold brew is The English Tea Shop's Lemongrass, Citrus & Ginger!

🍉 Snack smart: Choose fresh, nourishing options rather than heavy meals when it’s roasting outside.

🧴 Natural and organic sun protection: Hats, shade and natural and organic sun protection are your best friends when heading outdoors.

🛋️ Take it easy: Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day and keep your home as cool as possible.

Pop into Preston Health Foods for our range of hydration products, refreshing herbal teas, nutritious snacks and other summer wellness favourites. 🌱💚

Stay cool, stay hydrated and remember: there’s no prize for melting first! 😂☀️

03/08/2026

✨ Sip, smile, repeat! ✨

Who knew a fizzy little drink could pack such a punch? 🫧🍹

Kombucha is more than just a trendy beverage—it's a refreshing way to support your gut with naturally occurring probiotics, and many people enjoy it as a tasty alternative to sugary soft drinks. Plus, it comes in so many delicious flavors that there's one for almost everyone! 🍓🍋🫐

💚 Potential perks of kombucha:
🥂 Supports a healthy gut microbiome
⚡ Can be a refreshing alternative to sugary drinks
🍃 Contains tea-derived antioxidants
😋 Deliciously fizzy and full of flavor

Whether you're already a kombucha fan or thinking about trying your first bottle, here's to happy taste buds and a happy tummy! 🥳

🍹 What's your favorite kombucha flavor? Tell me in the comments! 👇

28/07/2026

✨ Crystal crew, assemble! ✨

Some days call for coffee... other days call for crystals (and maybe coffee too! 😉).

💛 Honey Calcite – Like a little ray of sunshine, it's all about confidence, motivation, and reminding you that you've got this.

🌊 Ocean Jasper – The ultimate "go with the flow" stone. A gentle reminder to breathe, smile, and appreciate the little joys in life.

💚 Fluorite – Feeling mentally scattered? Fluorite is loved for its association with focus, clarity, and clearing away the mental clutter.

🩶 Grey Labradorite – A mystical favourite with its magical flashes of colour. Often connected with intuition, transformation, and embracing new beginnings.

💙 Caribbean Calcite – Dreamy, calming, and as soothing as a tropical escape. A beautiful companion for quiet moments, reflection, and peaceful energy.

Whether you collect crystals for their beauty, their symbolism, or the moments of mindfulness they inspire, each one has its own unique charm. Which of these beauties are you drawn to today? ✨💎

#𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠

24/07/2026

21/07/2026

☀️🦟 Summer is here... and so are the bugs! Before you reach for chemical bug spray, here are a few natural ways to help reduce your chances of getting bitten:

🌿 Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
🌿 Avoid heavily scented perfumes and lotions that may attract insects.
🌿 Use natural repellents like lemon, eucalyptus, citronella, lavender, or peppermint (always use essential oils safely and as directed).
🌿 Eliminate standing water around your home to help reduce mosquito breeding.

💊 What about vitamin B1 (thiamine)?

Vitamin B1 has been used for decades as a natural way to discourage mosquito bites. The theory is that when taken regularly, small amounts of thiamine are excreted through the skin and may subtly alter your body odor in a way that's noticeable to mosquitoes—but not to people.

The important thing to know is that scientific studies have not consistently shown vitamin B1 to be an effective mosquito repellent, so if you decide to try it, it's a good idea to combine it with other bite-prevention strategies for the best protection.

🌞 Every person seems to attract insects differently, so finding what works best for you may take a little experimentation!

💬 Have you ever tried vitamin B1 or another natural insect deterrent? We'd love to hear about your experience in the comments!

18/07/2026

💧✨ Hydration isn't just about drinking water... it's about helping your body use it! ✨💧

If you've been feeling tired, sluggish, or crampy, your body might be asking for more than just H₂O. Electrolytes help replace essential minerals lost through sweat and everyday activity, supporting:

💙 Better hydration
⚡ Increased energy and endurance
💪 Muscle function and recovery
😊 Feeling your best throughout the day

Whether you're hitting the gym, working long hours, enjoying the sunshine, or simply trying to stay on top of your health, adding electrolytes can be a simple way to support your body.

🌟 Small habit. Big difference.

Do you use electrolytes daily, after workouts, or only when you need an extra boost? Let me know in the comments! 👇

09/07/2026

We have been nominated this year! If you'd like to vote for us please follow the link. Thank you 😊 🙏

Our high street is full of incredible businesses, passionate people and local champions who go above and beyond every single day.

Now it's your chance to give them the recognition they deserve!

Show your support, celebrate the individuals and businesses that make Preston special, and help crown this year's High Street Heroes, with BID & Visit Preston.

Every single vote counts, so get involved, spread the word, and let's show just how proud we are of our amazing business community.

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