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Boosting Immunity This Autumn: A Guide To Staying Well
As the days become shorter and colder, many of us notice a dip in energy and an increase in coughs, colds and seasonal bugs.
Tracy Tredoux
Sep 173 min read


A Functional Medicine Family Meal Plan for Busy Mums
Planning meals in advance is one of the simplest ways to bring calm to family life. From a functional medicine perspective, it is also a way to make sure your family is consistently getting the nutrients they need to stay energised, focused, and resilient.
Tracy Tredoux
Sep 16 min read


Back to School: Managing September Stress
As September arrives, life seems to shift gear. The slower pace of summer fades, children return to school, and work schedules ramp up.
Tracy Tredoux
Aug 312 min read


Why Breakfast Is the Most Important Meal of the Day
We have all heard the phrase that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Yet, in today’s busy world, it is often the meal people are most likely to skip.
Tracy Tredoux
Aug 313 min read


The Truth About Potatoes: Health, Myths and Recipes
When prepared and eaten mindfully, potatoes can be nourishing, satisfying, and gut-friendly, even for those watching their blood sugar.
Tracy Tredoux
Aug 193 min read


Glyphosate: The Hidden Toxin
Many people have never heard of it, yet glyphosate is present in much of our food supply. The question is: how might this affect our health, and what can we do about it?
Tracy Tredoux
Aug 194 min read


Understanding Your Gut
Your gut plays a central role in your overall health. From digestion and nutrient absorption to immunity and mental wellbeing, the health of your gut can influence almost every part of your body.
Tracy Tredoux
Aug 134 min read


What to Expect from a Consultation with Tracy Tredoux
If you’ve been considering working with a Nutritional Therapist and Functional Medicine Practitioner, you might be wondering what the process looks like.
Tracy Tredoux
Aug 133 min read


Microplastics: What You Need to Know and How to Protect Your Health
Over the years, I’ve helped clients navigate everything from food sensitivities to environmental toxins but one topic that’s been coming up more and more is microplastics.
Tracy Tredoux
Aug 122 min read


Detoxing Heavy Metals: The Simple Guide to Feeling Better Naturally
Are you feeling tired, foggy, or just not yourself lately? Hidden heavy metals in your body could be part of the problem. These metals like mercury, lead, arsenic, and aluminium can quietly build up over time and impact your health. But the good news? You can detox naturally, and start feeling more energised, focused, and vibrant.
Tracy Tredoux
Jun 242 min read


Stop Wasting Food: 11 Food Storage Rules Every Household Should Follow
These are the key food storage tips I share with clients to help them keep food fresher for longer, avoid common mistakes, and make the most of what they buy.
Tracy Tredoux
Jun 241 min read


How Food Processing & Leaky Gut Can Impact Your Immune System leading to an Autoimmune Condition
The way we prepare food - cooking, baking, frying, fermenting, barbecuing - can change its proteins in ways your immune system might not recognize. When combined with a compromised gut barrier (“leaky gut”), this can trigger chronic symptoms or even autoimmunity.
Tracy Tredoux
Jun 63 min read


Say Goodnight to Insomnia: A Functional Medicine Approach to Restful Sleep
Insomnia is more than a sleepless night - it’s a signal from your body that deeper imbalances may be at play.
Tracy Tredoux
May 132 min read


Ultra Prevention Meets the Gut and Health Reset: A Revolutionary Path to Lifelong Wellness
What if the future of medicine didn’t revolve around waiting for illness to strike, but rather focused on preventing disease before it ever begins?
Tracy Tredoux
May 133 min read


Why I’m Loving Silklyfe – My Favourite Clean Beauty Brand
I’m always on the lookout for clean beauty brands and this one ticks all the boxes!
Tracy Tredoux
Apr 172 min read


Could Histamines Be the Hidden Cause of Your Symptoms?
Do you experience recurring headaches, hives, nasal congestion, or unexplained fatigue? You might chalk them up to allergies or stress...
Tracy Tredoux
Mar 313 min read


Easy Tips for a Healthy 2025
As we welcome a new year, many of us are motivated to make changes that promote health and wellbeing. But resolutions can often feel...
Tracy Tredoux
Jan 173 min read


Don’t Let Stress Sabotage Your Health Goals
As we welcome a new year, many of us set goals to improve our health and well-being. While nutrition, sleep, and exercise often take...
Tracy Tredoux
Jan 23 min read


The Essential Guide to Gut Health
Your gut is more than just a part of your digestive system; it’s a cornerstone of your overall health. Often referred to as the 'second...
Tracy Tredoux
Dec 20, 20243 min read


Winter Wellness Tips: Staying Healthy Through the Colder Months
As the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, our bodies face unique challenges. Winter can bring its fair share of colds,...
Tracy Tredoux
Dec 13, 20242 min read


The Secret to a Merry (and Healthy) Christmas
The festive season is a time to celebrate, connect, and, often, indulge. But it doesn’t have to mean putting your health on hold. Whether...
Tracy Tredoux
Dec 6, 20242 min read


Optimising Your Nutrition for GLP-1 Medications
GLP-1 medications, known as glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, have transformed diabetes management and weight loss by offering a...
Tracy Tredoux
Nov 15, 20243 min read


Can Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine Really Help You Have a Better Menopause?
Perimenopause is a significant journey in a woman’s life, bringing with it a variety of changes (and challenges) both physically and...
Tracy Tredoux
Nov 15, 20246 min read


Looking After Your Brain Health
A fear for many people as they get older is that they are going to be sound of body but their mind will fail them. By the time you get to...
Tracy Tredoux
Nov 5, 20244 min read
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