If you’ve never heard of methylation, you’re not alone. But this tiny biochemical process plays a huge role in your energy, mood, metabolism and even how your body handles stress – all areas that often feel like they go rogue in midlife. Learn diet and lifestyle tips to influence methylation, boosting energy, mood, and metabolism.

You haven’t changed what you eat, you’re still active – yet somehow you're putting on weight. If that sounds familiar, you’re not imagining it. Midlife weight gain is incredibly common, and it’s rarely down to willpower. The truth is that your body is changing in ways that make holding onto weight easier, and losing it harder. Understanding why that happens takes the frustration out of it and helps you focus on what actually works.

Fresh herbs aren’t just for garnish, they’re little nutrient powerhouses that can enhance your meals and your health. Packed with antioxidants, vitamins and other plant compounds, herbs can support your metabolism, immune system and help to manage inflammation. The key is using them while they’re fresh, and knowing how to store or preserve them so you can enjoy them throughout the week. In this blog, I present 5 simple ways to supercharge your meals with herbs.

I often hear from people who say they’re doing all the right things – trying to eat well, move more, manage stress – but somehow they feel worse than a few years ago. What I’ve come to understand is that many of us wait until we 'feel old' or face a health scare before really taking action. But by then, some of the damage has already started. That’s why midlife is such a crucial time for healthy ageing.

A diagnosis of pre-diabetes often comes as a surprise, picked up during a routine blood test even when you're feeling OK. It is not something to ignore, and is a gentle nudge to make some changes to your diet and lifestyle. This blog explains everything you need to know about your pre-diabetes diagnosis.