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Easy Smoothies For Busy Family Mornings
Kids are back to school, mornings are getting cooler and darker, and it’s harder to be motivated to make good, nutritious choices when you are time-poor - especially if you are a parent and/or a busy professional! We at The Queen of Health want you to be the Queen of...
Weight Loss with Ozempic: Benefits, Side Effects, & Steps to Success
In the quest for effective weight loss solutions, many have turned to Ozempic, a medication that has shown promising results. Initially developed to manage type 2 diabetes, Ozempic has gained popularity for its weight loss benefits, particularly in America. But what...
Top 5 Smoothies to Help Fight Fatigue
Fatigue is a common complaint among people of all ages and lifestyles. It can be caused by a range of factors, including stress, poor sleep, lack of exercise, and nutritional deficiencies. However, the good news is that you can drink smoothies to help fight fatigue...
Anti-inflammation Smoothie Recipes to Help Ease Pain
Studies have shown that eating the right foods is one of the best ways to reduce inflammation and improve overall health (see linked studies below). These anti-inflammation smoothie recipes can help you do just that! Eating anti-inflammatory foods can help protect...
10 Healthy Salad Recipes to Help you Lose Weight this Summer
What makes a good salad? If you do it right, a good salad can be a fantastic addition to your diet. Eating a salad can support your health goals if you want to lose weight. Remember, one salad will not make you healthy, and one ice cream will not make you unhealthy....
Helping Women with Menopause Weight Gain
Menopause is a natural part of ageing and happens around the age of 50 (although it can occur earlier or later) when the ovaries' estrogen levels deplete. Many women go through this change suffering the classic menopause symptoms, including hot flashes, night sweats,...
Are Smoothies Good for Weight Loss?
Smoothies can be a great tool for weight loss —but only when done right. Put the wrong ingredients in them, and they can be just as calorific as eating your favourite ice cream! When you add a nutrient-dense smoothie to your daily diet, it can help stop excess...
Boost your Protein Intake with these Delicious High-Protein Smoothies
High-protein smoothies are a brilliant on-the-go breakfast: they're easy to make, portable, and quick to get essential nutrients into your body. A high-protein smoothie first thing in the morning can help keep hunger at bay until lunchtime. Research has shown that a...
What causes menopause brain fog, and how to clear it
If you are a woman in your 40s or 50s, you may have experienced moments where you are unsure why you are in a room, forgotten the names of familiar people, or lost track of a sentence mid-way. This is known as menopause brain fog. These occurrences can be concerning,...
Effortless Fat Loss: A Busy Woman’s Guide to Sustainable Weight Loss
Something that comes up repeatedly in the Queen of Health VIP 1:1 Body Beautiful Weight Loss clinic is how hard it is to sustain weight loss! However, achieving and maintaining a healthy weight can be made simple with the right strategies. Our programme aims to help...
What is Diverticulitis and How Do I Treat It?
Diverticulitis is a form of diverticular disease common in people over 60 in Western countries such as Ireland and the UK. Like many diseases, diverticulitis can be caused by a lack of nutrients our bodies need to stay healthy. Most people with diverticular disease do...
5 Easy Tips to Help Busy Women Lose Weight
Are you a busy professional woman struggling to find the time and energy to lose weight? We’ve got your back! We have the perfect solution to help you shed those pounds while juggling your hectic schedule. As a busy professional and mum, the Queen of Health, Nichola,...
Smoothie Recipes to Help Lose Weight and Increase Energy This Summer!
Summer is here, and with it comes the desire to look and feel our best. If you're looking for a simple and enjoyable way to lose weight, look no further than smoothies! These delightful and refreshing beverages are not only a great way to beat the summer heat but can...
Reasons to buy an Air fryer
Air fryers have become something of a phenomenon since their launch in 2010. If you don’t already own one, now might just be the greatest excuse you’ll ever have to splash out and get one. As a piece of kit, they are so versatile – not just for people who want to make...
From Breakfast to Dinner: Tips for Adding More Protein to Your Diet
Protein is an essential macronutrient that is necessary for optimal health. It plays a crucial role in building and repairing tissues, maintaining muscle mass, and supporting various bodily functions. Health experts and nutritionists (like us at The Queen of Health!)...
What’s-in-the-Fridge Frittata
This is my favourite type of meal- you can literally add any vegetables left over in the fridge to pack out a meal suitable for lunch or dinner. Below are suggested ingredients and quantities but feel free to play around with them. Serves 2-3 1 tbsp coconut/ olive oil...
Do Smoothies Help with Bloating?
Belly bloat can be a frustrating and uncomfortable experience. It can cause discomfort, fatigue, and even pain, and it can disrupt your daily routine. Although bloating is a common issue, it is not something to be taken lightly. There are many potential causes of...
9 New Year Changes to a Healthier You
Your health and well-being are incredibly important and with the new year approaching it can be a fantastic time to make some healthy lifestyle changes. While many of us set out to implement positive changes, most of us don’t stick to our resolutions due to them being...
Smoothies for gut health
No doubt you've heard the phrase 'gut health' and you understand that the key to a healthy body is good gut health. But why is gut health important and how can healthy smoothies help you to improve your overall gut health? What is gut health?There are trillions of...
How to Make a Better Smoothie
Smoothies are a fantastic way to get fruits and vegetables into our diets and can be a great addition to a wide range of diets. When executed correctly, smoothies can make a healthy and nutritious meal or snack full of vitamins and minerals the body needs to thrive. ...