Written by Sophie Little When Monika asked if I’d like to write a blog for her website, I said yes instantly. But when I sat down to write, I felt paralyzed by where to begin. I realised the only place to start was with a plea I’ve learned the hard way: advocate for your own health, because no one else…
There is a particular kind of tiredness that sleep does not seem to touch. You wake after what should have been a reasonable night and still feel heavy. Your concentration disappears by mid-morning. You rely on coffee to start, sugar to continue and sheer determination to make it to the end of the day. Then, because you have not exercised,…
Welcome to 2026! If you are anything like me, you have imagined this year as a year that everything will be better – you know, like we do it every January. January always arrives full of expectation. The calendar flips, social media gets loud, and suddenly you’re meant to wake up feeling motivated, energised and ready to overhaul your body,…
This morning I was approached by BBC Radio Scotland to give my thought on raising obesity rates in Scotland. It was an incredible discussion, hosting university researchers, professors, obesity specialists and people with lived experience. Listen here When the latest Public Health Scotland figures came out showing that two in three adults in Scotland are now overweight or obese, the…
When living with a chronic condition, choosing the best protein sources becomes more than a nutrition choice, it’s a lifeline for your energy, immunity, and gut health. As a scientist, functional nutritionist, and someone who has seen the power of food to rebuild health, I’m always digging into emerging research that changes the way we nourish. One new paper published…
When it comes to food and health, we often think about our waistlines or energy levels. But what if your everyday choices are quietly affecting your brain? A recent study in Neurology highlights a link between processed red meat consumption and dementia risk — and trust me, it’s a wake-up call we all need to hear. The Processed Meat-Dementia Link…
The festive season is here, and while it’s a time for celebration, laughter, and indulgence, it can also be a time when our bodies take a hit. From endless buffets and sweet treats to late nights and stress, inflammation can sneak up on us. Chronic inflammation has been linked to a host of health issues, including fatigue, joint pain, and…
Welcome to Breaking B.A.D. Angus, a health, fitness, and nutrition extravaganza that’s about to reimagine the way you approach your well-being.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and tenderness in the body. Natural ways to manage pain associated with fibromyalgia include exercise, a healthy diet, supplements, massage therapy, mind-body therapies, and acupuncture. Working with Dr Monika Gostic to develop a personalised treatment plan is essential for effectively managing fibromyalgia symptoms.
(Pant et al. 2021) Obesity is NOT only genetics I have set an essay question for my students with the title: “It’s in my genes! Or is it? – Genetics vs epigenetics in obesity” It was very interesting reading their take on this, and also seeing the biases come through. I do love checking out references my students used for…