Author: trish

How to Balance Blood Sugar

Balanced blood sugar levels are crucial to a healthy and prosperous life. Balanced blood sugar levels prevent disruption of your body’s functions and help your overall health. Here are a few foods to add to your diet to help balance your blood sugar:

Greens:

You can never eat too many greens. For the best blood sugar benefits, go for nutrient-dense, low-carb greens like spinach, kale, and broccoli. These greens are also very rich in protein and calcium, which help your body in multiple areas. You can toss these greens in salads with olive oil and chunks of salmon. Studies have shown that these three vegetables contribute to dramatic improvement in patients who are constantly battling with their blood sugar.

Low fructose fruits:

Fruit is always a must, but for blood sugar-specific management, choose fruits that are low fructose, such as cantaloupe, raspberries, blueberries, kiwi, and blackberries. You can snack on them throughout the day, or toss them in your salad, smoothies, or acai bowls.

Protein:

Protein is essential for slowing down glucose absorption in your body, which helps regulate your blood sugar levels. Add foods to your diet that are packed with protein, like wild salmon and other types of fish, beef and other types of lean meat, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and eggs. Make your diet interesting; try snack ideas like celery sticks dipped in all-natural peanut butter. This snack is rich in protein and only contains the good kind of fat.

Remember everything in moderation, however. Too much protein actually can become sugar in your blood, creating a condition called gluconeogenesis; 40 to 70 grams of protein is enough for a day.

Herbs and Spices:

Herbs and spices are natural supplements for balancing your blood sugar levels. They not only add flavour to your dishes, but they may also help your hormone’s lower your blood sugar. Some spices, like turmeric, contain anti-inflammatory properties, which help in balancing out your sugar.

Low-calorie drinks:

Cut out sugary, high-calorie drinks from your diet. Add drinks like cinnamon tea, lemon water, and cucumber juice in your daily routine.

Whole grain foods:

Whole grain foods that are also rich in protein, like millet and quinoa, provide and store energy without causing spikes in your blood sugar levels.

Beans:

Beans are a good source of protein, low carb, and rich in fiber, all important factors in balancing your blood sugar. Hummus, lentils, and garbanzo beans are good examples and great dietary choices. Remember to soak them the night before to promote easier digestion.

Nuts:

Nuts like almonds and walnuts contain healthy amounts of fibre, protein, and healthy fats, and are a low carb snack idea.

Try balancing your blood sugar the natural way by changing the way you eat. You’ll be amazed at the difference!

For further learning visit my Youtube channel and be sure to join our FREE support community over on Facebook. Join the next masterclass on the 26th September to learn ways to control your blood sugar https://trishtuckermay.com/workshops-2/

Elevate Your Energy: 4 Fantastic Tips for Vibrational Nourishment

Are you ready to discover the delightful world of raising your vibrations through the magic of food? You’re in for a treat because we’re about to spill the beans (and some ceremonial cacao) on four amazing tips that’ll have you radiating positive energy. Oh, and guess what? There’s a special invite waiting for you at the end, so keep reading!

Tip 1: Embrace the Homegrown Goodness 🥒🥬

Imagine strolling through your very own garden, plucking fresh veggies and leafy greens that you’ve lovingly nurtured. Homegrown food isn’t just about what you’re eating – it’s about the connection you’re building with nature. Local farmers’ markets are another goldmine for vibrant produce. So, get ready to savor the flavors of your efforts and feel that earthy energy infuse your being.

Tip 2: Aromatic Bliss with Wood Essential Oils 💜

Let’s chat about essential oils – the ultimate powerhouses for a balanced and uplifted vibe. Specifically, let’s talk wood oils like cedarwood and sandalwood. These gems are like your wise, grounding companions. Whether you diffuse them, apply them, or create your signature scent, they’ll have you feeling steady and serene in no time. Say goodbye to chaos, and hello to zen!

Tip 3: Sip into Soul Soothing with Ceremonial Cacao 💙

Now, let’s indulge in a little self-care treat that’s bound to make your heart sing. Ever heard of ceremonial cacao? This isn’t just your regular cup of cocoa – it’s a soul-stirring elixir that’s all about opening your heart chakra. Picture this: a cup of ceremonial cacao leftover from a Community Festival, buzzing with the collective high vibes. Sipping on this goodness is like wrapping yourself in a cozy blanket of positive energy.

Tip 4: Find Your Zen with Meditation and Affirmations 🧘

Ladies, it’s time to unwind and recharge. Imagine lying down with your legs up the wall, letting the stress melt away. And guess what? You’ve got the Insight Timer App to guide you through some seriously soothing meditations. But that’s not all – sprinkle in your daily affirmations. These little positive declarations are like mini boosts of self-love, raising your vibrations one empowering word at a time. So, there you have it, – four fantastic tips to infuse your life with high vibrations through the wonders of food and mindful practices. Embrace the goodness of homegrown nourishment, uplift your spirits with wood essential oils, savor the magic of ceremonial cacao, and find your zen with meditation and affirmations. Your journey towards positive energy and well-being is just beginning. Join us in the Facebook community and let’s light up those vibrations together! 🌟🍃🌸

Nourish Your Gut for a Positive Menopause

🎉 Wow! I’m blown away! 🙌 Huge thanks to those who have already purchased a copy of my new book.

Nourish Your Gut for a Positive Menopause

The feedback so far has been everything I knew it would be. Women are already starting to feel empowered, excited, and educated with the tools to make menopause a chapter in their life that they don’t need to dread!

You don’t need to do this alone. Grab your copy of the book and be sure to head over to our FB community to feel supported that bit more. 📚💪😊

BUY NOW – Amazon for immediate delivery. 

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Or at Trish Tucker May (After a successful book launch at Community, Sundara and World Yoga Festival I am having a family holiday on the beach at Putsborough. All book orders will be posted once I get back.)

The Healing Power of Menopause Global Summit 2023.

I’m excited to announce that I’m among over 20 guest speakers, educators, scientists, women’s health specialists, menopause, and gut health professionals, including Kate Codrington, Dr. Sarah Mckay, Professor Joyce Harper, Uma Dinsmore-Tuli, Rachel Lankester, Shola Arewa and many others featured on The Healing Power of Menopause Global Summit 2023.

You’ll receive not only facts, solutions, support, and guidance, but also wisdom, connection, shared experiences, practices and gifts you can apply straight away.

Click here to sign up for this event –  at no charge

During this 5 day event you will learn:

  • What exactly is happening to your body and brain
  • How to navigate perimenopause and get the support you need
  • Remedies and practices for all ranges of symptoms and needs
  • That nature, rest, and reorganising can be your best friend
  • How the transition to post-menopause can result in the best years of your life

Nourish Your Gut – for a positive menopause

A must read for knowing the best foods to support your hormones

💜 explore proven cleanse techniques to support your gut health

🩵 enjoy 139 mouthwatering recipes your whole family will love

💜 real life case studies to help inspire your own journey

🩵 step by step guide to making lasting changes

💜 chakra balancing chart with easy ways to check what is out of alignment

🩵 never shared before insights to my own personal journey 😲 you will be shocked when you read these

Plus the first 30 people will get a signed copy and bonus recipes included in my 8 week Programme

Pre-order your copy here

Family Stress: 4 Ways to Stop It Affecting Your Life

For some families, it seems effortless, while for others, it causes pain, frustration, and anxiety every time the concept of family enters their minds. Some families don’t get along, and this can be a very difficult reality to face. So, how can we deal with the concept of stress, either to keep the peace or to minimise our own anxiety?

Recognise What You Can Control

Some family members love to cause drama. If a grandparent has decided that they want custody of a child and they are hell-bent on causing havoc within the family, consulting a grandparent rights lawyer and determined to drag everybody through the mud, it’s easy for us to catastrophize. Instead of spending our energy on those things, we need to devote our energy to the tasks that we can complete. Families can cause drama, but they can also have drama follow them about, and we’ve got to have some sense of self-preservation, and it all begins with conserving our energy.

Have a Support System

It’s one of the most common approaches to dealing with family stress. Sometimes, a friend may not be very helpful because they come from a loving family background and they do not even comprehend why there are problems within your family unit. But this is where having a support system with people who fill different roles in your life can help you to put your feelings forward. Of course, we can’t just use a support network as an opportunity for us to vent; we’ve got to make sure it is mutually beneficial. This could be a hard thing to navigate, but it all begins with avoiding the toxic people in your life. There are charities that provide support services to estranged adults, such as Stand Alone, and if you can find a local support group or community counsellor, this can help you to verbalise your thoughts but also come to some logical conclusions about your family and why they are the way they are.

Don’t Skimp on the Obvious Things

Diet, exercise, and sleep are always important, and these days there’s a lot more research to support this, especially sleep. Sleep is a wonderful tool, and rather than viewing sleep as something that is for the weak, you can use sleep for its restorative properties but also as an opportunity to process those anxiety-inducing thoughts. One of the best things we can do if we have a problem that we’re mulling over is to write out the issue with pros and cons and then actually sleep on it. Your brain will come up with the right solution.

Tackle the Physical Symptoms of Stress 

You might become more aware of your stress if you are having to engage with your family on a regular basis. Lots of people move away to escape their family because they recognize that their family aren’t very good for them but we can’t stay away forever. Having tools and tactics to calm your stress will make a massive impact, not just on how you deal with the situation in the moment, but also how you feel afterwards.

Top 10 weight loss tips for women

Make sure you sign up for the pre-order for my book. The first 50 people to sign up will get a signed copy, an invitation to the book launch + the bonus recipes I use in my 8-week gut healing programme.

Sign up here www.trishtuckermay.com

You will be able to purchase the book very soon.

Okay let’s talk about weight loss. I know that losing weight can be challenging, especially for women over 40. However, with the right approach, it’s possible to shed those extra pounds and improve your overall health.

I am helping several clients to focus on weight loss. All are motivated by a special event. A wedding, a significant birthday, a recent diagnosis of high cholesterol and upcoming holidays can all motivate a weight loss journey.  Reach out if you need some help. I use targeted supplements, functional nutrition testing and regular accountability check-ins to keep clients on track to get results.

Here are the top 10 weight loss tips.

  1. Focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Adding in organic vegan protein powder can help with blood sugar balance and cravings. Check out my website for my recommended range. Beta G
  2. Cut back on processed and sugary foods, which can lead to weight gain and other health problems.
  3. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and help flush out toxins.
  4. Incorporate strength training into your exercise routine to build muscle, which can boost your metabolism and help you burn more calories.
  5. Get enough sleep, as lack of sleep can disrupt hormones that regulate appetite and metabolism. Getting to bed earlier and having a relaxing evening routine will help with sleep. I recommend a combination of good nutrition and a range of essential oils to support sleep. Reach out if this is challenging for you.
  6. Reduce stress through activities such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing exercises. I love Insight Timer App for daily meditation practice.
  7. Avoid crash diets and instead aim for slow, steady weight loss that is sustainable in the long term.
  8. Keep track of what you eat and how much you exercise to stay accountable and motivated.
  9. Find a workout buddy or join a fitness class to stay motivated and accountable. Move your body every day.
  10. Consult with a registered nutritionist for personalised advice and support. I offer a range of comprehensive private tests to measure cholesterol, blood sugar and hormones. They are fast and done in the privacy of your own home.

Mood Boosting: The Connection Between GABA, Neurotransmitters, and Energy

Neurotransmitters are secreted all through the body, in neurons of both the central and peripheral nervous systems.

I am excited to announce new functional nutrition tests. Functional nutrition tests for neurotransmitters  can help support energy, mood and addictions.

This can provide valuable insights for a range of health concerns.

Neurotransmitter tests can determine whether your neurotransmitter levels are too low or too high.

GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter that helps regulate GABA, on the other hand, is an inhibitory neurotransmitter that helps regulate anxiety and stress levels in the brain. Foods that are rich in glutamate, such as broccoli and spinach, can help support GABA production 

Additionally, consuming foods that are rich in magnesium, such as almonds and spinach, can help support GABA function.

There are also other supporting neurotransmitters that play a role in overall brain health.

Serotonin, for example, is a neurotransmitter that regulates mood and can be supported by consuming foods that are rich in tryptophan, such as bananas and turkey.

If you are struggling with the following symptoms get in touch. It may be due to your neurotransmitters and there is a lot we can achieve with tweaks in your nutrition and lifestyle.

If you are struggling with


Mood concerns, such as depression, anxiety

Diminished energy/fatigue, Insomnia

Cognitive concerns such as forgetfulness, inattention, brain fog, ADHD, addiction, dependency, obsessions and cravings.

Chronic illness, and immune deficiency

Pain – especially chronic pain and inflammation.

Don’t struggle alone.

I have struggled with many of these, and this is why I love being a nutritionist.

Lifestyle and food as medicine is how I can help.

The best foods to heal a leaky gut

When the gut lining deteriorates or becomes damaged, toxins, large food/protein particles, microbes, and other metabolites enter the bloodstream and cause inflammation. This is called leaky gut.  It is important to work on the gut lining to ease your symptoms.

Changing your diet can have an impact on the overall health of your gut and gastrointestinal system. The following food should heal and repair your gut.

If you are concerned about your symptoms, a comprehensive gut microbiome test can help to identify if you have leaky gut.  Click here to get in touch and book a test.

Fermented Foods

Fermented foods such as sauerkraut, tempeh, kefir, and other fermented yogurt or kimchi can help you reduce the gut leaking and repair it in the long run.

Bitter tasting foods

Having a bitter or somewhat a slight acidic diet is essential for keeping the levels of gastric acid in our stomach at proper numbers. Lemon juice or apple cider vinegar in the water level up the amount of gastric acid required for proper digestion and block the leaking of partially undigested foods from the gut.

Omega-3

Having an adequate amount of Omega-3 in your diet can also help you to alleviate the most severe inflammation.

Omega-3 contains HDL (High-density lipoproteins) which are essential for the production of various enzymes for proper breakdown of fat inside the body. The foods which can be looked upon includes;

  • Flaxseed
  • Chia seed
  • Hemp seed
  • Walnuts/Almonds
  • Fish Oil and essential fatty substances

Bone Broth

Having the bone broth two times a day is considered to be more effective because it contains an abundant number of vitamins and minerals also including collagen and glucosamine. Both of which are connective tissues and are used in the lining of the gut and digestive tract.

Herbal Tea

Have 2 cups of the herbal tea daily. You can choose the traditional lemon flavour of the tea or chamomile, honey to sooth constipation.

Foods rich in fibre

Food rich in the fibre increase gut mobility and the helpful bacteria.

Include

  • Whole grain cereals (avoid gluten)
  • Lentils/Legumes
  • Whole vegetables
  • Beans

Green leafy vegetables

Green vegetables and leafy vegetables contain high amounts of oxalates, fibres and provide helpful bacteria for improving your gut.

Consider 2 portions of these each day:

  • Lettuce
  • Cruciferous vegetables
  • Spinach
  • Broccoli
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