Rachel Bartholomew's Articles

Articles written by Rachel Bartholomew BA (Hons), Dip ION, mBANT, CNHC, GHW, Nutritionist & Health Writer.
  1. Think You Know Curcumin? Think Again.

    Think You Know Curcumin? Think Again.

    Read on to find out about the health benefits and uses for curcumin, the incredible compound found in the bright yellow spice, turmeric.
  2. Why Magnesium And Glycine Make Perfect Sleep Partners

    Why Magnesium And Glycine Make Perfect Sleep Partners

    In this article we look at the science behind the relaxing and restful power of the amino acid glycine, and why it makes the perfect sleep partner when paired with magnesium.
  3. IHCAN Webinars 'Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: A Functional Approach' by Dr Ghazala Scott - Webinar Highlights

    IHCAN Webinars 'Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: A Functional Approach' by Dr Ghazala Scott - Webinar Highlights

    In this article Dr Ghazala Aziz-Scott highlights the IHCAN webinar on ‘Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) – A functional approach’ where she shared her extensive clinical knowledge and experience on this subject. This webinar is a must-watch for anyone interested in supporting women’s health.
  4. Mood And The Menopause

    Mood And The Menopause

    In this article, learn about the effects on mood that hormonal changes associated with perimenopause and menopause can have, and the natural approaches that can help to alleviate the symptoms.
  5. Key Learnings: A Masterclass In Using Personalised Nutrition To Support Your Genetic Potential' Jo Gamble & Emma Beswick

    Key Learnings: A Masterclass In Using Personalised Nutrition To Support Your Genetic Potential' Jo Gamble & Emma Beswick

    Functional Medicine practitioner Jo Gamble joins forces with Emma Beswick, CEO of UK Nutrigenomics testing company Lifecode Gx. Together they dig deep into what personalised nutrition really means. Read on to find out some of our key learnings from the webinar.
  6. Sleep and Perimenopause – Case Study

    Sleep and Perimenopause – Case Study

    Rachel Bartholomew shares a recent case study where simple lifestyle changes had a significant positive impact for a client struggling with sleep problems during perimenopause.
  7. How to Engage with Clients About Stress

    How to Engage with Clients About Stress

    Rachel Bartholomew shares insight on why it’s difficult to talk about stress in clinic, engaging with clients, and when conversations can be transformational.
  8. The Impact of Specialised Pro-Resolving Mediators on Inflammation

    The Impact of Specialised Pro-Resolving Mediators on Inflammation

    Learn more about the incredible chemical mediators called specialised pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) that are produced naturally in the body and are essential for keeping pain and inflammation in check.
  9. Essential Fatty Acid Pathways

    Essential Fatty Acid Pathways

    Learn more about where SPMs fit into inflammatin resolution, in our brand new essential fatty acid pathway infographic.
  10. Why SPMs Are An Important Consideration For Long COVID

    Why SPMs Are An Important Consideration For Long COVID

    Only recently have scientists discovered incredible compounds SPMs, which act as inflammation's 'stop signals'. Find out more about what SPMs are and why they may hold significant promise for Long COVID.
  11. Recent Study Shows Link Between Gut Health and COVID-19 Severity

    Recent Study Shows Link Between Gut Health and COVID-19 Severity

    It's always a good idea to look after your gut health, and a new study published last month strengthens the case even more.
  12. How Can We Help Our Children To Navigate Uncertain Times?

    How Can We Help Our Children To Navigate Uncertain Times?

    Children's mental health and wellbeing has become a real concern during these unprecedented times. Here we share some thoughts on how we may be able to help.
  13. Higher Blood Omega-3s Associated With Reduced Mortality Risk

    Higher Blood Omega-3s Associated With Reduced Mortality Risk

    A recent study has found that increasing blood levels of omega-3s is associated with a change in mortality risk, similar to quitting smoking.
  14. What’s The Link Between Oestrogen and Histamine?

    What’s The Link Between Oestrogen and Histamine?

    In this article we take a closer look at the fascinating and often turbulent relationship between oestrogen and histamine.
  15. Navigating Our Way Through Long COVID

    Navigating Our Way Through Long COVID

    Over the last year, long COVID has become an important focus. In this article we look at the current picture of long COVID and some key factors to consider.
  16. Looking After Yourself and Your Clients in Challenging Times, with Rachel Bartholomew and Claire Sendall

    Looking After Yourself and Your Clients in Challenging Times, with Rachel Bartholomew and Claire Sendall

    Claire Sendall shares her experience of supporting both herself and her clients over the last 12 months, and her inspiring thoughts on resilience.
  17. We Need To Talk About Mental Health, with Rachel Bartholomew and Joanna Oates

    We Need To Talk About Mental Health, with Rachel Bartholomew and Joanna Oates

    An increase in mental health problems over the last 12 months has once again highlighted the need to open up more conversations around this important topic. In this timely article, Joanna Oates shares invaluable insights from her clinical practice over the last 12 months.
  18. The Powerful Effects Of Exercise On Your Mind

    The Powerful Effects Of Exercise On Your Mind

    In this article we take a look at how regular exercise can deliver powerful health benefits and share practical tips on increasing your activity levels.
  19. Acts Of Kindness Can Support Immune Function

    Acts Of Kindness Can Support Immune Function

    There are so many good reasons to be kind, and fascinating research has shown it can even help to support your immune health. Read more about this life-affirming study here.
  20. How To Look After Your Blood Brain Barrier

    How To Look After Your Blood Brain Barrier

    In our second of our 4-part series on the importance of barriers in the body, we discuss in depth the crucial blood brain barrier and how you can support it.
  21. Look After The Gut Barrier To Protect Health

    Look After The Gut Barrier To Protect Health

    Gut barrier health is crucial for health overall. Read more in the first of our 4-part series diving deeper into the importance of a variety of barriers in the body.
  22. Why Gut Motility Is Such An Important Consideration In SIBO

    Why Gut Motility Is Such An Important Consideration In SIBO

    Here we look in detail at prokinetics and gut motility in relation to SIBO, and how to support this complex health problem naturally in practice.
  23. Always Consider the Gut Microbiome

    Always Consider the Gut Microbiome

    The gut microbiome is a major player in overall health, with many roles we likely don’t yet understand. Read insights from thought leaders including Dr Jeffrey Bland...
  24. How to Be Kind to Yourself Over the Holidays

    How to Be Kind to Yourself Over the Holidays

    As well as being thoughtful towards others’ needs over the Christmas period, we need to be kind to ourselves, especially when things don’t quite go to plan…

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