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Why more isn’t always better when it comes to supplements

Walk down a supplement aisle and it’s easy to assume the product with the longest ingredient list or the biggest numbers must be doing more for you. One thousand milligrams sounds better than 500 m...

The ingredient story behind Liver Love

When Dr Libby develops a formulation, she doesn't begin with a list of trendy ingredients or what's popular at the time. She begins with a much simpler question: What does the body actually need? F...

Ferritin-iron is not the same as non-haem iron

Most explanations of iron begin with two neat categories.  Haem iron is found in animal foods.  Non-haem iron comes from plant foods and most supplements.  It's a useful distinction, but it ...

Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Lemon Tahini and Toasted Seeds

A deeply comforting winter dish centred on brassica vegetables, creamy tahini, fresh herbs and crunchy toasted seeds. Serve as a generous vegetable side or add your favourite protein to make it a c...

Does your gut need support or is it stress?

Bloating. Sluggish digestion. Reflux. That heavy, uncomfortable feeling after eating. A bowel rhythm that feels unpredictable. When digestive symptoms show up, it is natural to think first of the g...

Is it iron deficiency or perimenopause?

Fatigue. Brain fog. Low mood. Poor sleep. Heavier periods. Less energy. Feeling less like yourself.   These are often talked about as perimenopause symptoms. And sometimes, that is exactly what th...

What to eat this July to support healthy iron levels

Curry Lentils SERVES 4–6 | 30–40 MINUTES | FREEZER-FRIENDLY  INGREDIENTS  coconut oil for cooking 1 onion, roughly diced 2 cloves garlic, finely diced 1 small knob ginger, finely d...

3 biological reasons you feel exhausted but can’t switch off

You're tired all day. You drag yourself through the afternoon counting down the hours until bedtime when you’ll finally get the chance to rest. And then, as you lay your weary head down on the pill...

Why don’t we use a synthetic form of iron?

If you've ever taken an iron supplement, there's a good chance you've had one of two experiences. Either you didn't notice much improvement in how you feel or your digestive system noticed immediat...

How do you know if your iron supplement is working? Dr Libby explains.

One of the most common questions I hear is:  "How do I know if my iron supplement is working?"  Often, it's because someone has seen their ferritin rise a little rather than a lot, and they wonder ...