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Jumping on the jabs – do you really need GLP-1 medication?

Repurposed diabetes drugs, like Mounjaro, have become popular recently for their weight loss effects. However, last week’s news that prices are going to jump for private prescriptions may force individuals to consider their ongoing use. Are they really a solution to the obesity epidemic? Were they ever?

In this blog, we’re going to dig into this topic, what GLP-1 receptor agonists actually do, for better or worse, and what you need to consider alongside using them, as well as natural alternatives.

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Last updated on 21st August 2025 by cytoffice

The powerful benefits of curcumin for health

This month, our Nutritional Therapist Annie is taking a deep dive into the wide-ranging uses of turmeric, one of nature’s most renowned and powerful herbs, and exploring how its unique properties can be harnessed to effectively support and enhance the health and well-being of your clients in your practice. Continue reading  ▶

Last updated on 23rd July 2025 by cytoffice

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Holding your nerve – supporting nervous system regulation in the modern world

Sometimes the world just seems a little bit crazy. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by work, homelife, the state of the planet, and the constant stimulation via the multiple devices we surround ourselves with.

Our nervous systems weren’t designed to be in such a constant state of arousal but rather to flex and flow through their different states. In this week’s blog, we look at how we can regulate our nervous systems through nutrition and lifestyle interventions, so that we maintain a healthy balance and avoid that all too familiar “frazzled” feeling.

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Last updated on 18th July 2025 by cytoffice

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Eat your water: Hydrating foods to eat this summer (and those to avoid)

We are all well versed as to how eating a nutritious diet, regular exercise, refreshing sleep and keeping stress levels in check are all essential to optimal health and wellness, but how often do we think about our hydration?

Our latest blog looks at the importance of staying well hydrated and what foods, as well as water, can help you do this.

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Last updated on 23rd July 2025 by cytoffice

Rear view of a women browing markets whilst travelling abroad. She does not have traveller's diarrhoea as she packed her travel probiotics to look after her gut health.

Traveller’s diarrhoea: How to avoid traveller’s tummy

We are sure you know by now that your gut does more than digest food; it plays a key role in your overall physical and mental health! With the right foods, daily habits, and a bit of extra support, you can keep your digestive system running smoothly and feel your best, whether you’re at home or exploring the world. In this article, our Nutritional Therapist Annie will be talking about how to avoid digestive upset while travelling.

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Last updated on 23rd July 2025 by cytoffice