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How To Choose The Right GP for Your Menopause Journey

Written by trish on . Posted in Hormone Health.

Whatever the reason you find yourself looking for a new doctor you want to be sure you choose the right one. Choosing the right doctor for you and your menopause needs is important as very little outranks your health and wellbeing. What is more, you want to visit a GP that you can confide in and trust, one you have confidence in. Here are some considerations you can make when choosing your next GP. 

Location and facilities

The location of your doctor is essential, if you are opting for an NHS doctor then you will need to research the practices near you and ensure that you are eligible for the surgery location you have chosen. Proximity is of course important as you do not want to find yourself unable to get to the doctors now or in years to come because of the distance. Can you walk there? Do you need to? What about transport links? You could do a test run to find out how easy it is to get to the practice. 

Once you are there have a good look around and get a feel for it and the facilities available. Is it accessible? Does it look professional? Clean? Welcoming? Are the staff friendly? Do they offer treatment rooms? Minor surgeries? Are there any affiliated practices such as dental or pharmacies? If you are opting for private medical treatment do they offer high end consulting rooms? Do they have the facilities you need and expect? To give you an idea of what to expect from private consulting rooms and practitioners, Medifit Design and Construct showcase some of the latest and innovative medical providers and their treatment rooms. 

Gender and ease of booking

There are times when you might wish to see a doctor of a particular gender and you are completely within your rights to do so. It may therefore be prudent to select your doctor with their gender in mind and any particular ailments you may have. Alternatively, you may wish to select a practice that enables you to see a variety of doctors and offers you the option to request a doctor of a particular gender or skillset on the day you need to see them. 

Understanding Hormones and Women’s Health 

Many surgeries now have menopause specialists so ask your receptionist for a Doctor who understands the menopause journey. While a general practitioner is qualified to treat a wide variety of medical complaints some GP’s will take a special interest in certain medical areas. For example, it could be in women’s health, minor surgeries or weight management. Does your prospective practice have a specialty or potentially several? Do you need one? Research any particular fields of interest your GP practice may have or alternatively seek out those which would benefit you.

Private Testing

With long waiting lists you may wish to consider private testing. As a Nutrition Gut Specialist, I offer private comprehensive stool, hormone, thyroid and full blood panel tests. They can be ordered promptly. Tests are done in the privacy of your own home and results are delivered quickly via a secure client portal. I can work together with your GP to get you the support you need.

Opening hours and online services

What are the opening hours and do they suit you? Some general practitioners offer early morning or late evening appointments, is this something you need? What about the online options? Doctors surgeries are moving online more and more, giving patients more flexibility. Can you book appointments online? What about undergoing consultations online or renewing prescriptions? Do you want to and will this service make your life easier? 

Gut Health Retreat for Women aged 40+ with digestive issues

Written by trish on . Posted in Gut Health, Hormone Health.

New 1 day retreat date announced.

WHEN: 11th September 2021 from 10am – 4pm

WHERE: Meadowside, Berkeley Heath, Berkeley, GL13 9EX

HOW MUCH: Total Cost all inclusive £69:00

HOW TO BOOK: Email me trish@trishtuckermay.com or PM me

Limited to 8 spaces and 4 have already been sold.

A day of nourishing organic food, healing juices,fermenting and
Profoundly practical self-care rituals.
· Are you struggling with SLEEP, STRESS. BRAIN FOG?
· Are you overwhelmed with ANXIETY?
· Have you become ACCIDENTALLY OVERWEIGHT?
· Are you TIRED OF BEING TIRED ALL THE TIME?
· Do you wish you had more energy and stamina to do the things you love?
· Does your body feel ALIEN to you?
It may be hormone imbalance, food sensitivity and digestive problems that are causing your symptoms.
The goal of this workshop is simple. To learn howto listen to your body and reclaim your energy. How would you like to wake up and approach each day with energy and maintain it throughout the day? Do you wish you knew what foods will give you more energy?
Are you ready to transform your health and vitality so you can do the things you love and enjoy? Be inspired and clear on how to make some lasting changes to your habits. Feel invigorated, nurtured and motivated.
Learn how your food and lifestyle choices affect your energy levels.
Take charge of your health. Learn how to replace your medicine cabinet with natural alternatives.
I often get asked ‘what is my secret to staying slim, looking well and having so much energy?’ It is not a secret – it is the little things that I do every day that make a big difference to my health.
No matter where you are on your health journey,this session will provide valuable insights and lessons.
Be inspired and motivated to action. Learn from a Nutrition Gut Specialist helping those with digestive and hormone imbalances.
Be inspired, boost energy and feel healthier.Join is for a day of nourishing organic food, healing juices, fermenting and profoundly practical self-care rituals.
Take charge of your health. Learn how to replace your medicine cabinet with natural alternatives.
About your host: Trish is passionate about using vibrant foods and natural remedies to nourish and heal from the inside out. Trish was awarded UK NUTRITIONIST OF THE YEAR in 2019 by the Total Wellness Club and the Gold Winner of Janey Loves Wellness Industry Awards 2020. Trish’s personal journey and experience of overcoming asthma and severe allergies caused by a parasite infection has helped her transform her own health and the health of many others.
£69.00 Spaces are very limited to book early.

Meals That Are Great For Your Gut Health

Written by trish on . Posted in Hormone Health.

When trying to stay healthy and lean, it is important to think about the good gut food we put into our bodies. Intuitive and smart eating is an important part of our lives, and understanding the benefits of different foods can help us to make informed decisions about how to support our gut and hormones.

Whether you want to boost your metabolism, balance hormones, make your Dentist happier, or lose some weight before your holidays – eating the right foods is key. Today we are going to talk about some of the best recipes you can eat to supply your body with those essential nutrients you need for a healthy gut and happy hormones. 

Packed vegetable soup 

Vegetable soup is an easy meal idea to make and it is one that will fill your body up with vitamins and minerals to fuel your day the right way. This recipe has lots of veggies in it and it is ideal for a midweek meal with a bread roll to fuel you for work. 

Ingredients:

  • 400g chopped tomatoes 
  • 1 tbsp tomato puree 
  • 1 pack cherry tomatoes 
  • 2 bell peppers 
  • 1 large white onion
  • 2 cloves garlic 
  • 3 tbsp mixed herbs 
  • 1 spring onion 
  • 100g butternut squash 
  • 1 zucchini 
  • 1 sweet potato 
  • 1 eggplant 
  1. Chop up all of your vegetables into diced pieces, chopping the onion into a fine dice. Add to a large roasting dish and drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and your mixed herbs. 
  2. Roast for 45 minutes at 200C. 
  3. Take ⅔ of your vegetable mixture and blend, add to a pan with chopped tomatoes and tomato puree. Add the rest of your vegetables. 
  4. You can optionally add 1 tsp sugar here to offset the acid of the tomato. 
  5. Simmer for 10 minutes. 
  6. Serve. 

Slow cooked beef and veggies 

It is important for you to get lots of protein in your diet, as well as iron and zinc to build a healthy gut. This recipe brings these ingredients in a simple stew that is ideally served with spinach leaves and broccoli. 

Ingredients

  • 500g diced beef
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tin chopped tomatoes 
  • 1 tsp worcester sauce 
  • 150ml red wine 
  • 1 beef stock cube 
  • 250ml water 
  • 200g chanteney carrots
  • 1 bell pepper
  1. Brown your beef in a pan with flour, salt and pepper. The flour will help to thicken the sauce later on during cooking as well as bring a lovely browned skin to the beef. 
  2. In a casserole dish or a slow cooker, add your beef, chopped tomatoes, worcester sauce, water, and stock cube. Mix together and add red wine. 
  3. Add chanteney carrots whole, as well as sliced peppers. 
  4. Cook for 4-6 hours in a slow cooker, or in the oven for 2 hours at 180C. 
  5. Serve with steamed broccoli and spinach. 

Spiced chicken and couscous 

This simple meal is quick, perfect for lunch, and will fill you up for the day. 

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts 
  • 1 tsp cumin 
  • ½ tsp chilli powder 
  • 1 tsp garlic powder 
  • 1 tsp mixed herbs 
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 200g couscous 
  • 200ml boiling water 
  1. In a bowl, add your couscous, lemon juice, and water. Cover with cling film and leave for 10 minutes until the water is absorbed. 
  2. Season your chicken with spices and pan fry for 4-5 minutes to each side. Serve!

Do you wonder if you have hormone imbalances?

Written by trish on . Posted in Gut Health, Hormone Health.

Do you wonder if you have hormone imbalances? As we reach perimenopause and menopause, the fluctuations in hormones can cause bloating, insomnia, fatigue, skin conditions, anxiety and irritability.

It is helpful to get to the root cause of the imbalances with the use of the Dutch hormone test. As a nutritionist supporting women with digestive issues, I rely on the Dutch test for my female clients with adrenal and sex hormone imbalances.

The results give me very specific information about how to handle problems such as bloating, sleep issues, weight gain, painful periods and chronic tiredness.

The Dutch test measures your hormone metabolites from dried urine samples. The hormones include:

  • Cortisol
  • Cortisone
  • Estradiol
  • Estrone
  • Estriol
  • Progesterone
  • Testosterone
  • DHEA and DHEA-S
  • Melatonin

This test also measures your cortisol and cortisone rhythms and levels, and your estrogen metabolism pathways. The test is also beneficial for women struggling with fibroids, PMS, irregular periods, painful periods, anxiety and moodiness, and endometriosis. This test also works well for monitoring hormone replacement therapy effectiveness. This test also shows how you metabolize estrogen through your liver. If you don’t metabolize estrogen well, your risks of estrogen-related cancers such as breast, cervical and uterine cancer can increase.

Doing the test is really easy and can be done in the comfort of your own home. The instruction instructions are clear  for both the collection of saliva and little strips that are dipped into your pee. You take four urine samples at four different times of the day, and they don’t have to be on the same day. You also take 5 saliva tests during the day. Then you simply fold up the dry test strips and mail them in the enclosed envelope.

If you want to shed light on your cortisol rhythms, metabolism, adrenal, cortisol, and sleep problems this test is THE most cutting edge, comprehensive, functional medicine hormone test.

Each test result is unique. Each treatment or solution is also unique. Wonder what your hormone picture is?

Your results will end the guesswork about whether or not the root cause of  your symptoms is due to hormones and adrenal fatigue.

If you are struggling with stress, trouble sleeping, waking up tired, energy slumps throughout the day or difficulty recovering from exercise.

If you need caffeine in the morning to wake up, or throughout the day to function, if you are bloated and have unexplained weight gain.

Even if you have injuries that are slow to heal, frequent colds or difficulty regulating blood sugar, Get in touch.

Here is a link to a video where you can see my breaking down my own DUTCH test results.

How to heal the gut.

Written by trish on . Posted in Gut Health, Hormone Health.

If you are struggling with bloating, gas, IBS, constipation  please reach out.  I am a multiple award-winning, Gut Nutritionist in Gloucester, Stroud and Gloucestershire.

Start feeling your best today. Glow from the inside out.

I’ll teach you how to become a healthy person in a completely different way. These tools, tactics, and resources are designed to help you reduce stress, achieve your goals, live a healthier life, and learn how to balance everything that fills up your crazy schedule.

Don’t spend another ounce of energy thinking about when or what to eat.

This program guarantees results AND takes the headache out of “What should I eat today?”

It’s time to get your energy, your gut, your body, and your life back.

So take the first step. Book your first appointment with Trish Tucker May. As an award winning nutritionist in Gloucester, Stroud and the Cotswolds, you will be in safe hands.

Feel outstanding no matter how busy your life is, because you deserve to feel incredible with every breath.

I promise you this:

You will not starve. You will not be deprived. You will thrive.

No more diets. No more confusion. No more miracle cures.

No more wondering which foods are right for you. Lets do this together. Bespoke hormone and gut tests are now available with Gloucester based nutritionist.

Just a simple, 8-week program delivered straight to you.

Get in touch and book a call now using the link below:
https://p.bttr.to/2MZVUKN

Read 5 star reviews here.

I look forward to supporting you.

 

 

How to fight fat over forty?

Written by trish on . Posted in Gut Health, Hormone Health.

Are you bothered by extra weight around the middle, poor sleep, bloating, irritability, overwhelm and stress? Get your free guide now and beat the bloat.

Ladies if you are over the age of 40 it may well be your hormones causing your digestive distress, bloating and weight gain.

As a Nutrition Gut Specialist based in Gloucester, Stroud and Gloucestershire I can help you get to the root cause of your symptoms.

Are you struggling with BLOATING, STRESS. BRAIN FOG?
• Are you overwhelmed because you are not sleeping well?
• Have you become ACCIDENTALLY OVERWEIGHT?
• Are you sick of BEING TIRED ALL THE TIME?
• Do you wish you had more energy and stamina to do the things you love?
• Does your body feel ALIEN to you?

To get started download the free eBook to beat the belly bloat and balance hormones. https://passion4juice.groovepages.com

All of these symptoms are your body’s way of telling you it’s time for a change.

So let’s do this. Together.

Here’s a peek at what’s inside my programs

Mouth-watering Recipe Guides packed with food and drink recipes to keep you nourished, satisfied and toxin-free! They are suitable for all the family too.

Weeks of suggested meal plans to make gut rebuilding easy as 1-2-3. for the entire 2-month period—yes, you heard that right—no need to plan for 8 weeks (go ahead and take a deep breath)! I made life easy for you.

Shopping lists to make your trips to the supermarket 110% hassle-free!

Weekly support from yours truly—I’m here to make sure you succeed!

 

Handouts with simple reminders for your gut health journey

 

A Food Diary and online app to easily track how your meals make you feel and unleash your maximum potential!

 

A juicing guide to get you started and juicing delicious recipes your whole family will love

 

I know you’re probably thinking:

There is no way that all of my symptoms can be chalked up to poor gut health…

Short answer: Maybe not.

Long answer: But it’s a really good start, especially when you consider these truths:

  • 70 million people suffer from digestive issues.
  • An estimated 15 million people in the UK and Australia have food allergies…whether they realize it or not (and most don’t).
  • Your gut health makes up 70% of your immune system; therefore, if your immune system is chronically compromised, it’s likely due to poor gut health.
  • You gut is referred to as your body’s second brain—if that’s not enough to convince you of its importance, I don’t know what is.
  • Poor gut health causes auto-immune diseases, hormonal imbalance, mental illness, diabetes, weight gain, skin issues and countless other problematic conditions.
  • Once you rebuild the health of your gut, you’ll look and feel like a brand new person.

 

That’s what makes this program so different.

 

This 8-week adventure teaches you how to eat foods that are healthy and delicious but that also SERVE your body… and you’ll never have to count a single calorie.

 

Instead, you’ll learn how to effortlessly meet your health goals over an 8-week period.

 

The outcome? A new, healthier, happier you. I am a nutritionist based in Gloucester and Stroud. Courses are online and face to face.

 

 

You’re about to embark on a life-changing experience, because you’re about to ditch the “miracle cure mentality” forever.

 

In 8 weeks, you’ll discover:

  • YOUR unique health blueprint
  • How to make delicious, family friendly meals for breakfast, lunches, dinners and snacks

 

The exact daily protocol you should be following so that you’ll recharge your cells and beautify your body.

 

Real life self-care strategies for putting yourself FIRST that will rid your body of toxins and nourish body, mind and soul.

 

Everything you ever wanted to know about bacteria, including how to fill your gut up with the good guys and stop the bad guys.

 

All about the elimination diet and how to uncover which food allergies are plaguing your body.

 

How to give your kitchen a necessary face lift so you’re not tempted to revert back to your old lifestyle and can stay on track towards your goals.

 

The exact steps, week by week, that will help you achieve long-lasting results

 

Tactics for crowding out the bad stuff, so you can bring in yummy foods to replace them – no deprivation here!

 

Easy ways to order healthy everywhere, including your favourite restaurant.

 

How to combine food groups for maximum nutrient assimilation and minimal digestive upset

And so much more.

 

I’ll teach you how to become a healthy person in a completely different way. These tools, tactics, and resources are designed to help you reduce stress, achieve your goals, live a healthier life, and learn how to balance everything that fills up your crazy schedule.

 

Don’t spend another ounce of energy thinking about when or what to eat.

 

This program guarantees results AND takes the headache out of “What should I eat today?”

It’s time to get your energy, your gut, your body, and your life back.

 

So take the first step. Book your first appointment with award winning nutritionist in Gloucester, Stroud and the Cotswolds.

 

Start feeling your best today. Glow from the inside out.

Feel outstanding no matter how busy your life is, because you deserve to feel incredible with every breath.

 

I promise you this:

You will not starve.

You will not be deprived.

You will thrive.

 

No more diets. No more confusion. No more miracle cures.

 

No more wondering which foods are right for you. Lets do this together. Bespoke hormone and gut tests are now available with Gloucester based nutritionist.

 

Just a simple, 8-week program delivered straight to you. Get in touch and book a call now.https://p.bttr.to/2MZVUKN

Menopause Nutritionist Gloucestershire

My Natural Menopause Journey

Written by trish on . Posted in Hormone Health.

The menopause is a profound transition for women on all levels & heralds a shift into what is the most meaningful & empowered phase of your life. It can be the beginning of a deeper psycho-spiritual process at work.

Whether you are preparing for the menopause, are in the midst of it or you are post-menopausal, this information is relevant for you & will be insightful & nourishing. Aimed to restore trust in your own inner knowing & inspire you onwards to live your most fulfilled life.

Understand your symptoms and learn techniques to reduce and manage your symptoms naturally. As women reach the menopause phase of life there can be many unwanted symptoms. Are feeling sluggish, tired, frazzled, accidentally overweight and bloated?

Join me on You Tube to learn practical steps to reduce your symptoms. Get that good gut feeling back by working with a nutritionist in Gloucester. The aim is to help you feel better about yourself, feel more connected, energised, grounded and calm.

Learn about the foods and natural techniques that will reduce your physical symptoms.

Feel supported and connected to your body wisdom and the deep process of purification. Peel back the layers on physical and emotional healing and learn to create an environment for transformation and healing. Learn to eat for happy hormones and happy digestive health.

Learn about natural alternatives to HRT and other hormone balancing medications. Learn to connect to and support your symptoms naturally.

How would you like to wake up and approach your day with energy and maintain it throughout the day? Tackling brain fog, hot flushes and anxiety during menopause. Are you ready to transform your health and vitality during menopause so you can do the things you love and enjoy?

The goal of the menopause series is simple: To learn how to listen to your body and reclaim your sense of self during peri menopause, menopause and post.

This will help you with weight loss, energy and healthy living.

What you will learn in the Thriving gut health Facebook Group, and You tube Channel

• How to maintain a natural menopause and beyond.

• What is Peri menopause and coping strategies using diet and exercise.

• How your food and lifestyle choices affect your energy levels and your gut health.

• How to address gut imbalances to support your natural menopause and hormones.

• How you can choose and prepare the right foods, so you have all the energy and vitality to enjoy life and do the things you want to do.

• Discover the power of healing juices that you will absolutely love and transform your life.

• How to identify the good and bad when it comes to food and how to consistently make good choices that will support your gut and hormone balance.

• The key ingredients of healing foods and how to effortlessly incorporate them into your diet.

• Practical self-care rituals that you can incorporate into your life immediately.

• Learn how to replace your medicine cabinet with natural alternatives.

•Learn how the power of 100% therapeutic grade essential oils can support you and your family.

I am nutritionist and gut specialist based in Gloucester, Stroud and the Cotswolds. 

Watch more here

Join the free Facebook group here

How To Maintain Gut Health In Self-Isolation

Written by trish on . Posted in Brain Health, Gut Health, Hormone Health.

Staying indoors for a week can be stressful. More importantly, it also transforms your routine. Unfortunately, these factors can affect your gut health. Indeed, we all know how important it is for a healthy gut to stick to healthy habits and manage stress levels. So, here are some helpful tips to help you go through a week at home without putting your gut health at risk. 

The NHS track and trace app plays a significant role in reducing risks of contagions and tracking the virus spread. As such, when you receive a warning to self-isolate because you’ve been in contact with someone who’s tested positive for COVID-19, you know what to do. 

Depending on your level of exposure, the app may recommend different self-isolation approaches. However, for most people, the app suggests one week at home. The track and trace team will also get in touch with individuals in self-isolation to check their location at any time during the week.

Check items in your online grocery shopping

When you can’t buy your grocery directly from the shop, you will need to arrange for delivery. Thankfully, plenty of websites let you pass an online grocery order, including Ubereats. In other words, you won’t find it too challenging to get the food you need delivered to your home. You may not be able to find your usual products in your online shopping list. But, you can find safe alternatives for your gut.

Understanding how to read food labels (they are part of the information you get online) can be a game-changer. Once you understand the composition and ingredients in each product, you can make smart choices that support intestinal transit. You can use a simple list of nutrients to avoid and those to focus on to guide your shopping. Additionally, it’s important to use food labels for guidance rather than marketing messages. However pretty the packaging might look, don’t trust the claims it makes unless you can verify them through the list of ingredients. 

Make sure you don’t miss out on prescriptions

Do you have any medications you trust to support your gut health when you can’t follow the routine? Now is the perfect time to order these from a safe and practical platform such as Simple Online Pharmacy. You want to be prepared to make sure you can handle stress and change of habits seamlessly. Your gut is highly sensitive to sudden variations in the routine, so it’s best to take precautions.

Additionally, missing out on other prescribed medications when you can’t go to the pharmacy yourself or visit a doctor can be a source of anxiety. Be kind to your gut; avoiding unnecessary stress will help your gut ease into this new situation. The online pharmacy platform is designed especially for these situations when you can’t physically get hold of your medications. An online order that’s checked and approved by a medical expert can save you time and hassles.

Create a water schedule

Not drinking enough water can dramatically affect your gut health. Indeed, drinking plenty of water has a beneficial effect on your gut flora balance. But when your routine has been disrupted, it’s tricky to stick to healthy habits. The truth is that you might find yourself accidentally forgetting to drink. So, if you are worried about staying hydrated at home, you may want to create a drinking schedule. You can find plenty of apps that can remind you via a notification to drink regularly. You can also set up frequent alarms throughout the day, which would effectively replace the app notifications. You can also make things easier without a digital assistant by investing in a time-marked water bottle. Time-marked bottles can be kept on the desk or in your bag, ensuring you drink regularly and enough throughout the day. 

Make time for at-home workouts

Gut health is a complex topic. Introducing gut-helping workouts at home will help support your digestive health during this week at home (and hopefully later). All you need is a laptop and a yoga mat, and you’re ready to boost your gut health with targeted workouts. Joe Wicks has got some fantastic abs exercises that can encourage bowel movements and improve digestive health. These are great if you are struggling with constipation issues. You can also refer to yogi Adriene Mishler who has a helpful yoga for gut health workout that is both gentle and therapeutic. 

Keeping your gut in tip-top condition when you are self-isolating at home may be challenging at first, But there is plenty you do to support hydration, a healthy diet, medicated assistance, and natural digestive health. More importantly, staying calm and not feeling pressured will help handle the sudden change of routine peacefully. 

 

Why Travelling Is Good For The Gut (And How You Can Do More Of It)

Written by trish on . Posted in Gut Health, Hormone Health.

While the COVID-19 pandemic meant that travel plans were put on indefinite hold, it’s clear that there is light at the end of the tunnel, and we will soon be able to travel freely again. As a result, it’s important that you understand that while a lot of fun – travelling is also a gift for the gut and the soul. In fact, there are many hidden benefits to travelling. For example: 

 

  • Travelling offers you the chance to change up your daily routine, which can reduce burnout and provide you with new inspiration.
  • Travelling introduces you to new cultures, thoughts and perceptions, which allow you to learn more about yourself and the world around you. By expanding your mindset, you can begin to bring around lasting change in your life for years to come.  
  • Travelling can reduce stress and anxiety, meaning that heading out on an adventure can also be good for your health. 
  • Travel and relaxation is very beneficial for the gut and can improve the immune system and help with weight loss.
  • Travelling can expose you to different foods. Diversity can be very beneficial for the gut microbiome.

 

However, travelling can also be rather expensive, meaning that we spend a lot more time at home than we would like. With that in mind, here are some top (purse-friendly) tips that you can use to make travelling a more regular occurrence moving forward! 

 

  • Avoid costly hotel and flight fees by converting a van into a camper van. This means that you can head out on a road trip whenever you feel like it – the only thing you need is your keys. To get started, visit your Nearest Vauxhall Garage in search of the perfect van to convert!   I love our converted horse box. It is a spacious 2 bedroom apartment on wheels. It means we sleep in our own bed and have freedom to stop where we like. 

 

  • Work travelling into your budget – whether that means you plan to do at least one-day trip each month or put a set amount of money into a ‘travel bank account’ each month to use for future travels. For example, if you set aside an extra £10 a week for travel, you’ll have £520 to spend by the end of the year. 

 

  • When travelling, keep an eye out for free activities to participate in. This means that you can avoid overpriced fees at the attractions that are typically geared towards tourists, making the entire process a little kinder on your bank account. It also means that you can get a more authentic feel for a town or city, as you are experiencing it the same way the locals do.

 

  • Scour the internet for the best deals before you commit to a holiday. While it may be tempting to book your entire holiday through one site (i.e. pay for an all-inclusive package), you can sometimes save hundreds of pounds of the cost of the holiday by booking each element (hotels, flights, transport) separately. To get the most out of your money, use price comparison websites and speak to various holiday providers. For example, you can compare the cost of flights on sites such as Sky Scanner.

 

  • While dining out in restaurants is a great benefit of travelling (especially when you get to try out new and nutritious foods), try to look out for accommodation with kitchen or cooking facilities. This is also useful if you are trying to stick to a healthy diet.