Nutrition Mission

Osteoporosis can kill!
Many people dont realise the seriousness of how destructive osteoporosis can be and how much can be done with lifestyle and diet to help slow down it's progression.
This Podcast addresses some of the foods which can help towards optimum bone health.

Magnesium has many vital functions but is very abused and mis-understood.  
Social Media influencers, wanna be self proclaimed food experts are shouting its benefits, but this can be dangerous.

Hear the professional truth and how to use Magnesium wisely and safely via this Podcast or click the link below for the written article.

https://www.nutritionist-resource.org.uk/articles/magnesium-its-role-sources-and-cautions?_gl=1*ebbco3*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTA0MjM0MjYyMC4xNzU5MjYwMDQ2*_ga_CW7HNJXDW4*czE3NTkyNjAwNDYkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTkyNjAwOTckajkkbDAkaDA.

Hair Loss is being experienced by some GLP-1 users and it can be very distressing. 
Questions are being asked such as ‘will the hair grow back’, ‘can it be prevented’, ‘why is it so rapid’.

In lowering nutrition there is a possibility of protein deficiency which can lead to hair loss. 

It can be difficult to keep protein levels up as portions are so limited, so finding ways to eat a balanced diet is vital, rather than supplementing one specific food group. I have put together a podcast to guide you as to why this hair loss happens associated with weight loss injections and can it be avoided.

The links below will also give robust information: 

Why Is My Hair Thinning on GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications — And What Can I Do? -  Ample Health & Wellness

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist medications and hair loss: A retrospective cohort study - Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

Below is a link for smoothies.
Consultant Nutritionist and Food Intolerance Testing, Faversham Kent, IBS Specialist Clinic - NUTRITION, IBS, INTOLERANCES, BLOOD TESTING
#nutritionist #dietician #whysmyhairfallingout #hairloss #weightlossinjections #GLP-1 #proteindeficiencysymptoms #bald #intolerances #ibs #myths #bloodwork #hormonalchanges

As the momentum grows with their useage, weight loss injections are causing quite a stir.  There is vast amounts of information through social media and with this comes confusion.

Side Effects and experiences should be reported through the Yellow Card Website so data can be gathered and used to help in the future.  It is vital the private and NHS users contribute to this scheme.

We are trying to cut through the smoke and give clear advice.

Cut and paste link below:

Mounjaro Prescriptions for Weight Loss – NHS Eligibility Update – Further Update – Doski Medical Practice Concerns grow as slimming injections tied to more than 100 UK fatalities Yellow Card | Making medicines and medical devices safer  

Information below taken from NHS Website: National NHS Policy and Local Rollout:

• New policy introduced by NHS England on 23 June 2025.
• Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) are developing localised models for prescription delivery.
• In Birmingham and Solihull, GPs are expected to begin prescribing Mounjaro® from autumn 2025 following the development of a locality model.
• Eligible patients will be identified through health records and contacted directly by their GP.
• Access to medication will be supported by wraparound care including dietary advice and physical activity support.

Eligibility Criteria (Cohort 1: 2025-26) To qualify for Mounjaro® on the NHS, patients must be:

• Aged over 18 with a BMI over 40, and
• Have four or more of the following diagnosed conditions:
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • High blood pressure (hypertension)
  • Heart disease (cardiovascular disease)
  • Obstructive sleep apnoea
  • Abnormal blood fats (dyslipidaemia)

Ethnicity Adjustment:
A lower BMI threshold (reduced by 2.5 kg/m²) will be applied for people from South Asian, Chinese, other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African, or African-Caribbean ethnic backgrounds.

Whilst recovering from a spinal fracture there are many factors that effect eating.
Medications
Shock
Posture Change
Crowding of organs
Acid Reflux
Constipation
All the above can occur and food will play a huge role in recovery.

This podcast aims to help steer you in the right direction and hopefully try some ideas to help keep food interesting and introduce robust nutrition.

Consultant Nutritionist and Food Intolerance Testing, Faversham Kent, IBS Specialist Clinic - NUTRITION, IBS, INTOLERANCES, BLOOD TESTING

The link above will take you too smoothie ideas.

Spinal fractures, compression fractures, TLSO back braces is the language of vertebral fractures, but what is the personal journey like and how do the back braces work ?  Are there foods which should be eaten to support bone health ?

Victoria has experienced a vertebral fracture and gives a first hand account and advice.  It's hoped that this will offer support and direction for some of you, your friends or family.


Lymphatic system | Structure, Function, & Facts | Britannica
https://youtu.be/UYze5MB4qYo?si=eJVWja2dUBW2sj3u

Margaret Martin, Physiotherapist. via You Tube. She provides very expert exercises.

Kyphoplasty: Procedure and Side Effects Vertebroplasty Procedure | Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust  

Consultant Nutritionist and Food Intolerance Testing, Faversham Kent, IBS Specialist Clinic - NUTRITION, IBS, INTOLERANCES, BLOOD TESTING

Fizzy or carbonated drinks have grown in popularity and now are a booming business.
But do we really know what we are drinking?
This episode discusses the pros and cons of carbonated water and gives an insight into it's makeup and health risks.

Are you drinking too much carbonated water and is it damaging your health? These are questions rarely asked as these drinks have become a natural go too for people.


A huge thankyou to Alistair Press who has been my inspiration and Editor.

Weight Loss injections have become very popular and there has been a steady increase in their uptake.  They are known to offer huge improvements for some individuals, but are we being hasty in their use.
Weigh Loss Injections have their place but we do need to mindful of the pros and the cons.
This conversation gives an honest opinion from a Nutritionst with over 20 years experience in the industry.