My Blogs
I hope you enjoy reading my blogs.
I am passionate about being the best you can be and what better way to start than with nutrition. Our macro nutrients include protein, fats and carbohydrates which are dependent on enzymes to facilitate our biochemistry. Our biochemistry is ticking over 24 hours per day with high demand for vitamins and minerals. These essential nutrients enable our mind and body to perform at optimum peak to enable you to express and deliver your maximum potential.
This is known as preventative medicine and no pharmaceutical drug is a replacement for balance, happiness and being your ultimate best.[
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Reversing Metabolic Syndrome and knowing the signs
Thursday 25th April 2024
Have a read of my article which outlines the key essences of what I believe drives metabolic syndrome. This is an umbrella of…
Sleep and gut health may prevent Dementia
Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Research has correlated the link between lack of deep sleep, poor gut health and Alzheimer's Disease. Twice as many women have Alzheimer's Disease compared to…
New Year Healthier You
Monday 18th December 2023
Have a read of my end of year article for Thyroid UK on how to support detoxification. Quick Tips: Diaphragmatic…
Obesity linked to 3000 ward admissions in a day!
Monday 18th December 2023
Source: The Times December 2023
Is the NHS really understanding the obesity epidemic - Clearly not. We all know what to eat right, that's not the problem, the problem is what…
Plant Based diet lowers risk of Heart Disease by 50%
Sunday 10th September 2023
If you could lower your risk of heart disease, by changing your diet, would you? Pharmaceutical drugs are not the answer. …
Key Markers for Longevity
Monday 3rd July 2023
It's not all about LDL and HDL And Cholesterol, though it does give you a rough picture of your heart health. Medical research is now…
Confused about fat?
Monday 22nd May 2023
For years the words saturated and unsaturated have become so confusing, and even more importantly the word "fat" in itself is misleading. Fats…
Supporting Mental Health Awareness Week
Monday 15th May 2023
5 nutrients to boost mood and performance Magnesium Bisglycinate START WITH 500mg per day. Always check the ELEMENTAL MAGNESIUM amount under ingredients. Korean Ginseng START…
Testosterone so much more than for libido
Wednesday 10th May 2023
Did you know that oestrogen is produced from Testosterone? Oestrogens are produced from androgen hormones including testosterone and androstenidone and requires aromatase enzyme to create…
Fat On the Inside, Skinny on the Outside
Tuesday 9th May 2023
Is it possible to look skinny but be clinically obese? The phenomenon of being thin on the outside but fat on the inside, often called…
9 minutes of Sunshine for optimal Vitamin D
Friday 5th May 2023
It makes sense to top up our Vitamin D levels when the sun is at the highest, which is around 12.57pm for May/June time in…
Sometimes food is not enough
Tuesday 2nd May 2023
Sometimes food is not enough to power your brain. Our brain is the most energy demanding organ besides our heart. Relying on glucose for energy…
Therapeutic Nutrition for Mental Wellbeing
Tuesday 25th April 2023
Nutrition and Mental Health The satisfaction of life and our mood is everything, it helps us get up in the morning, win the day and…
Do I need milk for my bones?
Monday 17th April 2023
This is a really common question and the quick answer is you need ore than milk. You need CALCIUM, VITAMIN D and MAGNESIUM for bone…
What's Driving Your Sugar Cravings
Friday 24th March 2023
This article explains how easy it is to consume hidden sugars found in savoury foods, and discusses the drivers behind the sugar fix, rather than…
How many Fizzy Drinks per day to get Fatty Liver Disease
Monday 20th March 2023
More and more people are being diagnosed with non alcohol fatty liver disease including school children. Just 2 fizzy drinks per day can raise the…
Circadian Rhythm
Friday 17th March 2023
Do you listen to your body's internal circadian rhythm, whilst we sleep our cells are repairing and renewing, creating a perfect environment for stem cell…
Foods to avoid if you are hypersensitive
Wednesday 22nd February 2023
If you are the type of person that has or had eczema, asthma and headaches, then think about the food that you are eating. …
Stop Counting Calories
Wednesday 15th February 2023
The idea of every calorie equals the same, is an antiquated idea that promotes eating disorders and an unhealthy relationship with food. The fats from…
How to reduce arsenic content in your rice
Monday 13th February 2023
I think we all know and have heard about arsenic content in our rice, though we are protected by the WHO guidelines for arsenic levels…
Benefits of Iodine for Female Health
Wednesday 8th February 2023
Iodine is so much more than an old fashioned antiseptic. Backed by science research as one of many possible causations of Breast Cancer and…
Naturally lowering blood pressure
Friday 27th January 2023
Melissa Cohen
Managing blood pressure costs the NHS £2.1 billion every year compared to the global hypertension drugs market value at $23 billion. Do we really…
How do lemons help the body's alkalinity?
Monday 23rd January 2023
Melissa Cohen
I do not believe in fad diets, or create health claims that lemon water daily will help prevent chronic conditions. Though I am a…
Zinc The Magic Ingredient
Wednesday 7th December 2022
Melissa Cohen
The average life span in the UK is increasing and is now 83 years. The later years can be challenging for many. Hippocrates, a Greek physician known…
Inflammation is the cause of disease not cholesterol
Sunday 4th December 2022
Melissa Cohen
The whole lipid hypothesis, levels of cholesterol etc., has been linked to cardiovascular disease and medical guidelines just focus on the reduction of reducing /…
Is Bulgarian Yoghurt the antimicrobial yoghurt your gut is looking for?
Monday 21st November 2022
Melissa Cohen
If you are experiencing IBS related symptoms including irregular bowel movements, bloating, low mood, then Bulgarian Yoghurt might have the antimicrobial properties your gut is…
Nutrition and Stress
Monday 14th November 2022
Melissa Cohen
Our body is clever and is built for stress, though if we do not recognise these subtle signs, the symptoms may become more pronounced and frequent.…
Delicious High Fibre Recipes
Tuesday 8th November 2022
Melissa Cohen
Click to view your delicious high fibre recipe guide. Your gut will love you for this. download the PDF
Thoughts of a Nutritionist "Plant Based Diet"
Tuesday 8th November 2022
Melissa Cohen
Have a read of my article of why I prefer to be on a Pescetarian diet rich in plant based foods. download the PDF This…
How do Ferritin levels impact my wellbeing
Friday 21st October 2022
Melissa Cohen for Thyroid UK
My latest article for Thyroid UK. Ferritin storage is the one of the first markers to check for when you are feeling…
How do Ferritin levels impact my wellbeing
Friday 21st October 2022
Melissa Cohen for Thyroid UK
My latest article for Thyroid UK. Ferritin storage is the one of the first markers to check for when you are feeling…
Testosterone Deficiency in Women
Monday 17th October 2022
Melissa Cohen
Testosterone deficiency is not talked about amongst women. It's not something we read about in social media or is routinely checked for. …
Selenium The Power Mineral
Wednesday 3rd August 2022
Melissa Cohen for Thyroid UK
Selenium is a trace mineral, which means we need very little of it to create a metabolic impact on the body. 3 brazil nuts…
Breathe Oxygen back into your blood with Chlorophyll
Monday 13th June 2022
Chlorophyll is present in most green vegetables, and some people take it as a health supplement. The potential benefits of chlorophyll include improving health, boosting…
Count Chemicals Not Calories
Tuesday 19th April 2022
There are no legal requirements in the UK to stop food manufacturers producing foods with toxic levels of acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen see cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/diet/acrylamide-fact-sheet…
The missing link between sex hormones and Cognition
Friday 18th March 2022
If your cognition is declining and you have been to your GP and have had a series of tests and scans and nothing has been…
Bacteriophages reduce bloating, IBS by targeting harmful bacteria
Monday 14th March 2022
People are surprised to learn that about 70% of the human immune system resides in gastrointestinal-associated tissue (known as gut-associated lymphoid tissue. The immune system relies…
Nutritional Support for improved cognitive and behavioural development
Monday 31st January 2022
Nutrients MDPI
Academic Research demonstrating the important of personalised nutrition in pregnancy. Some interesting take home pointers to save you reading the whole article: First 1,000 days…
Drink for the Sole
Thursday 6th January 2022
Melissa Cohen
What is Sole? Sole is essentially water that has been fully saturated with a natural salt. This isn't just a small amount of salt dissolved…
Obesity in childhood on the rise
Thursday 6th January 2022
Sourced from The Lancet
https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PIIS2468-2667(21)00168-7/fulltext I feel strongly about children's nutritional health and well being. The foods we eat are able to communicate with genes and…
Zinc to shift the common cold
Tuesday 21st December 2021
Melissa Cold
It's that time of year when there are so many colds driven by viruses. There is good reason for old fashioned remedies to…
Listen to your gut, for Thyroid UK
Thursday 16th December 2021
Melissa Cohen for Thyroid UK Magazine
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Plant based diet eliminated Migraines
Friday 26th November 2021
The Guardian, Ashley Gallagher
I have posted a blog from The Guardian as it's close to my heart - headaches and migraines. I can be prone to these…
Natural Health Through The Menopause
Monday 25th October 2021
The Telegraph Online , Extract by Melissa Cohen
Soothe inflammation "The best way to extract mucilage from okra is by soaking it in a large bowl of water overnight then squeezing the mucilage from…
Energy Well-being and Thyroid Health
Tuesday 19th October 2021
Melissa Cohen for Thyroid UK Magazine
Meet The Anti-Dementia Vitamin for OK Magazine, September 2021 Addition
Saturday 25th September 2021
Melissa Cohen for OK Magazine
For recipes for folic acid please email me and I'll send you a a copy of the reicpes as in OK Magazine.
Planning for A Good Night's Sleep
Wednesday 7th July 2021
Melissa Cohen, for Thyroid UK
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Intermittent Fasting is it worth the "Weight"?
Monday 5th April 2021
Melissa Cohen for Thyroid UK Magazine
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What's the future of Immune supplments, brands and foods - podcast for Food Matters Live 2021
Wednesday 17th March 2021
Melissa Cohen
Nutrients to Support Brain Health
Tuesday 23rd February 2021
Melissa Cohen for Thyroid UK Magazine
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Relationship with antioxidants and Hashimoto's Disease
Sunday 30th August 2020
Written for Thyroid UK, August 2020, Melissa Cohen
This article sets out how antioxidants may lower the incidence of Hashimoto's Disease: Oxidants are reactive molecules that occur outside and inside the body every…
Vitamin A Deficiency and Thyroid Balance written for Thyroid UK
Thursday 25th June 2020
For the full magazine click on www.thyroiduk.org
The Effects of vitamin A Deficiency on Thyroid Health By Melissa Cohen, Nutritional Therapist BSc (Hons), mBANT, mIFM, NLP Practitioner www.melissa-cohen.com melissa@melissa-cohen.com #melissacohennutrition When you think of key nutrients…
Immune Support
Wednesday 18th March 2020
It's such a surreal and difficult time for all of us right now and wanted to share with you some immune boosting supplements. Cod Liver…
Writing for Thyroid UK
Sunday 5th January 2020
The next article for Thyroid UK will be released this month titled "The impact of metal toxicity on your Thyroid Health" For…
How toxic is your skin care or cosmetics
Sunday 5th January 2020
Fantastic website that grades your skin care products and cosmetics from a green clean 1 to a toxic red 10. All the major brands…
The link between Urticaria and Thyroiditis
Tuesday 23rd October 2018
Urticaria is a skin condition also known as Hives. The symptoms are itchy skin consisting of raised red bumps appearing in wheals of blotches…
Midlife Strategies for Brain Health
Friday 17th August 2018
I have to share some fascinating research that has been published in the Journal Neurology. Food Can make a big difference to brain weight and…
Mental Health Awareness
Tuesday 14th August 2018
I am proud to be supporting Camden Hub who are a Well Being Centre based in Swiss Cottage. I will be providing talks…
Thyroid UK Conference 2017
Tuesday 24th April 2018
I was delighted to be invited by Thyroid UK as a key speaker for their Annual Conference. I discussed the link between Thyroiditis and gluten…
