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Ann is a qualified nutritionist. After seeing the benefits of healing the body through diet, Ann dec

26/04/2026

What’s really fuelling Hashimoto’s?

It’s not just your thyroid.

Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune condition - meaning your immune system is reacting to deeper imbalances in your body.
Fatigue, brain fog, weight gain.
They’re not random… and they’re not the root cause.

They’re the leaves 🍃

What’s actually driving Hashimoto’s?
👉Inflammation
👉Gut issues
👉Nutrient deficiencies
👉Blood sugar imbalances
👉Chronic stress
👉Toxin load

It’s rarely just one thing-
It’s the build-up over time.

⚠️And here’s something many people don’t realise:
Standard blood tests don’t always tell the full story.

TSH (and sometimes T4) can come back within range-
while symptoms are very real.

✨When you start looking deeper - and support the roots-that’s when things can begin to change.

24/04/2026

Following on from my last post on supporting students through exam season…
Here’s another simple support for pre-exam nerves: Omega 3 fatty acids🧠🧐

Foods like salmon, mackerel, walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds can help:

✅Support focus, memory and brain function
✅Promote a calmer mood and reduce anxiety
✅Support better sleep for learning and recall

Aim to include these foods regularly, and where needed, a good quality Omega-3 supplement can be a gentle added support.

07/04/2026

The secret weapon for exams

Did you know that dress actually burns through your magnesium stores. When levels run low, we feel more anxious, tired and wired during the night. The exact opposite of what any student needs over the next few weeks.

Swipe through for more info.

05/04/2026

What a find!!!! 🍫🥚🐣

I recently came across the most beautiful, handmade Easter eggs from a small family business here in Ballincollig -

With growing awareness around heavy metals like lead and cadmium sometimes being found in chocolate, it’s more important than ever to choose quality and transparency.

These eggs are made with proper cocoa, no palm oil and real care and you can really taste the difference.

They create everything from celebration cakes to individual small cakes and bread, all made with the same quality and ingredients.

Beyond the food, the experience matters too! ❤️ They are so warm and inviting when you walk in, which makes supporting Lusso even better!

Such a great way to support local this Easter 💛 🐣 💛

12/02/2026

Jerusalem Artichokes

I was never a fan of these little guys. I tried making soup with them ….and it just wasn’t for me.

But then I started slow- roasting them, and they are much more palatable, they are delicious!!😋 Roasting gently softens the fibre and brings out their natural sweetness.

I drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle sea salt, black pepper and some herbs.

But the real reason I’ve come back to them?
They’re incredibly supportive for our gut health.

They are rich in inulin - a prebiotic fibre which feeds our beneficial gut bacteria- including a bacteria called Akkermansia muciniphilia.

Studies show lower levels of Akkarmansia are often found in stool tests of people who are overweight or struggling with metabolic health.

Supporting this bacteria may help with:

✅Better blood sugar balance
✅Better and healthier appetite control
✅Lower inflammation
✅Proper thyroid function

Your gut plays a role in thyroid hormone conversion and immune balance-both especially important in midlife women.

Other foods that help feed these little guys are:

Onions
Leeks
Garlic
Chicory root
Asparagus
Beans and lentils

Sometimes supporting weight, energy and hormones start with feeding the right microbes.

04/02/2026

A healthy, good value almond butter from Lidl!!

Just one ingredient - 100% almonds.
No added oils, no sugar, no fillers - just wholesome fats and proteins.

The best part? It’s €2.79 😉

This is my go to almond butter.

01/02/2026

A great find in Douglas & Mahon Point Farmers Market

Turmeric and black pepper raw honey.
Turmeric is a natural anti inflammatory.
Black pepper helps its absorption.
Raw honey soothes, supports immunity, gut health & promotes restful sleep.

Perfect stirred into warm water, tea or straight off the spoon.

27/01/2026

A beautiful sunrise this morning after all the rain yesterday, Rainy days can affect us more than we realise.
Morning sunlight helps regulate our body clock, mood and stress response.
Taking a moment to notice a sunrise or sunset isn’t just beautiful- it’s biologically calming.
A reminder that no matter how long the grey lasts, the light always returns.

18/01/2026

A little add on to my tea post…

If you loved the bedtime tea I shared recently, I just wanted to add that you can absolutely enjoy a version of this tea during the daytime too with the ingredients chosen for their warming, soothing and anti inflammatory properties.

For a daytime blend I like to use:
Cloves
Cinnamon sticks
Stem ginger
Dried orange peel
Boiling water

Simply add the ingredients to a tea strainer, cover with the boiling water and allow it to infuse. You can make it by the cup - or even better make it up in a flask.

The flask I’m using here holds 1 litre, which means it can comfortably go towards your 2 litres of daily hydration. I love keeping a flask of this on my desk and gently sipping it throughout the day - it’s warming, aromatic and lovely alternative to plain water.

15/01/2026

Simple, foundational changes are often a powerful starting point. However, when digestive symptoms have been present for a long time or when symptoms don’t improve, it may be a sign that more personalised support is needed.

Gentle, individualised support matters 💙🩵

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