Think of it is like a ‘Personal MOT’. It is a natural approach to health, which uses dietary changes, sometimes accompanied by nutrient or herbal supplementation to promote good health, prevent disease or help manage more serious conditions. Advice on healthier lifestyle choices is also provided. It is a therapy based on scientific medical research, which utilises the latest developments in nutritional medicine, but does not ignore the age old concept of food & nature’s ability to heal the body.
A personalised treatment plan is devised to tackle your health goals and may target the following:
Establishing what underlying issues could be affecting your well-being, possibly through testing
Correcting dietary and nutrient imbalances which may be impacting on your health
Improving digestive function to optimise nutrient absorption through the gut
Nutritional and lifestyle recommendations to help your body cope with stress
Increasing your energy levels and vitality
Restoring hormonal balance in the body
Slowing down the progress of any chronic conditions or ageing by increasing nutrient intake and gently detoxifying the body
What to Expect?
Initial Consultations
You will be asked to complete a simple medical and health history questionnaire along with a 3 day food diary to assess your current diet, to bring with you to the appointment.
Follow Up Consultations
If required, would be 2-4 weeks later to assess progress and offer additional advice where necessary. The number of visits depends on the nature of your health goals and complexity of your condition.
Functional Testing
Where appropriate, certain tests may be suggested. Functional tests aim to assess how well certain bodily functions or systems are working and what effect this may be having on your health. Popular tests include:
Digestive or Stool Analysis
Liver Function Test
Female Hormone Panel
Food Allergy and Antibody Profiles
Cardiovascular Health Profile
Cholesterol or Insulin Testing
Adrenal Stress Test
Nutrient Status or Toxin Assessment
Clients referred to her, have a range of health conditions, some of which include:
Digestive problems (IBS, bloating, constipation or inflammatory bowel disease)
Weight management
Low mood & depression
Fatigue & fluctuating energy levels
Skin conditions (Acne, Eczema & Psoriasis)
Cardiovascular problems (high blood pressure or cholesterol)
Low immune function (recurrent colds, sinusitis, thrush, cystitis)
Cancer prevention or dietary support during treatment
Prostate problems
Sleep problems & snoring
If you are unsure whether nutritional therapy is right for you, please call for an informal chat. Clare particularly enjoys challenging cases, so if you are experiencing any ongoing, unexplained or complex health problem, or simply feel ‘under the weather’, you may well find nutritional therapy particularly helpful.
