Ann Ahern Nutrition

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

When did you last check your Vitamin D levels? I found this statistic both really interesting and honestly a little bit ...
19/06/2026

When did you last check your Vitamin D levels?

I found this statistic both really interesting and honestly a little bit scary - but also so easy to correct once you know what your levels are.

A new University of Surrey study found severe Vitamin D deficiency raises the risk of hospitalisation from respiratory infections like bronchitis and pneumonia by 33%.

In Ireland we do not get adequate sunlight from September to April. That’s 7 months of purely relying on a few foods and supplements to keep our levels up.

Most people with low Vitamin D aren’t even aware of this. Why? Because the symptoms - fatigue, low mood, constant colds - look exactly like ‘just being run down in winter.’

Don’t guess. Get tested.



Source: University of Surrey

Supplements that support better sleep:As promised- here is a breakdown of the key nutrients that can make a real differe...
15/06/2026

Supplements that support better sleep:

As promised- here is a breakdown of the key nutrients that can make a real difference to your sleep.

1️⃣ Vitamin D- low levels are strongly linked to poor sleep quality - most of us in Ireland are deficient especially in winter.
2️⃣ Iron - low iron can cause restless legs and disrupted sleep - get your ferritin levels checked with your GP before supplementing.
3️⃣ Magnesium glycinate - this is my absolute favourite, it relaxes the nervous system and muscles and helps you fall and stay asleep.

BUT before taking supplements especially Vitamin D and Iron get your levels tested.

My Pre-Bed RoutineFollowing on from my last post, here is what has been working for me when I actually remember to do it...
14/06/2026

My Pre-Bed Routine

Following on from my last post, here is what has been working for me when I actually remember to do it!!🙈 I am getting better!!😊

My simple evening routine:

1️⃣Herbal tea one hour before bed
2️⃣Magnesium glycinate 30 minutes before sleep
3️⃣Screens off and lights dimmed about one hour before bed
4️⃣Consistent bedtime every night

My favourite herbal teas (that I have now managed to grow myself!!!)
🍋Lemon balm- gently calms a busy mind and eases stress before sleep
🌼 Chamomile - the classic bedtime tea, naturally relaxing and soothing

Other nice options:
🌿Valerian root- stronger and well researched for sleep
🌿Passionflower - great for quieting an anxious mind
🌿Holy basil (Tulsi) a wonderful adaptogen for stress and restful sleep

If you want to know more about which supplements actually support better sleep? Watch out for my next post. 😊

Sleep like my dog💤🐶Same bedtime every night🐶No screens 30 minutes before bed🐶Keep your room cold and dark 🐶Move your bod...
12/06/2026

Sleep like my dog💤

🐶Same bedtime every night
🐶No screens 30 minutes before bed
🐶Keep your room cold and dark
🐶Move your body during the day
🐶Clear your mind before sleep

Coming up next, my own personal wind-down routine and how to actually clear your mind before you sleep.

Sleep like my dog💤💤💤😴Same bedtime every night😴No screens 30 minutes before bed😴Keep your room cool & dark😴Move your body...
12/06/2026

Sleep like my dog💤💤💤

😴Same bedtime every night
😴No screens 30 minutes before bed
😴Keep your room cool & dark
😴Move your body during the day
😴Clear your mind before sleep

Coming up next my own personal wind-down routine and how to actually clear your mind before sleep 💤➡️

What’s really fuelling Hashimoto’s? It’s not just your thyroid.Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune condition - meaning your imm...
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.

Following on from my last post on supporting students through exam season…Here’s another simple support for pre-exam ner...
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.

The secret weapon for examsDid you know that dress actually burns through your magnesium stores. When levels run low, we...
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.

What a find!!!! 🍫🥚🐣I recently came across the most beautiful, handmade Easter eggs from a small family business here in ...
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 💛 🐣 💛

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

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