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What was I going to say again? Oh yeah, Brain Fog

Claire O'Connor - 23 January, 2026

You’re in the middle of a sentence, and you can’t remember the next word; you…

Can a Better Microbiome Help Manage Cortisol Levels?

Claire O'Connor - 9 January, 2026

Before delving into this topic, it’s helpful to revisit what we mean by the gut…

5 Ways to Support Your Gut Microbiome During the Festive Season

Claire O'Connor - 11 December, 2025

‘Tis the season of indulgence. Christmas time is undoubtedly the richest time of year when…

The Power of Polyphenols: Breaking Down their Bioactive Benefits

Claire O'Connor - 5 December, 2025

Polyphenols are a category of compounds naturally found in plant food. They boast a wide…

The Role of Selenium in Women’s Health

Claire O'Connor - 28 November, 2025

What is Selenium? You may not have heard of selenium, though it is vital to…

Brightening Your Gut: The Power of Vitamin D in Digestive and Brain Health

Claire O'Connor - 21 November, 2025

The autumn leaves are falling, the days are shorter, and vitamin D is scarce. If…

Is Menopause Experienced Differently by Women with Down Syndrome

Claire O'Connor - 22 October, 2025

Down Syndrome is the most prevalent genetic cause of intellectual disability, characterized by a triplication…

The GABA Connection: Hormones, Mood, and Menopause

Claire O'Connor - 8 October, 2025

What is GABA? Gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA) is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter of the central…

Managing Menopausal Symptoms with Saunas: Science or Speculation?

Claire O'Connor - 19 September, 2025

Saunas have become one of the hottest wellness trends of the moment but are they…

The Gut: An Unlikely Source of Hormone Production

Claire O'Connor - 29 August, 2025

When we think of hormones, we often picture the endocrine system, including the ovaries, adrenal…

Can Prebiotics and Probiotics Help Alleviate Symptoms of PMS?

Claire O'Connor - 25 August, 2025

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition, with an estimated 75–90% of women reporting symptoms…

Can the Gut Microbiome Impact Sleep

Claire O'Connor - 18 August, 2025

Alterations in gut microbiota composition have been linked to a range of health conditions. Emerging…

Menopause and the Microbiome: How hormonal changes can impact the microbiome.

Claire O'Connor - 8 August, 2025

Menopause is characterised by a significant decrease in ovarian hormones oestrogen and progesterone. But did…

How Stress Affects the Microbiome

Claire O'Connor - 5 August, 2025

Stress is a common experience, but women tend to experience it more often and more…

What Every Expecting Mother Should Know About the Importance of a Healthy Microbiome in Pregnancy.

Claire O'Connor - 18 July, 2025

Research, including ours, has shown that pregnancy brings incredible changes to your body, including the…

The Role of the Vaginal Microbiome in Women’s Health

Claire O'Connor - 9 July, 2025

We often hear about gut health, but did you know your vaginal microbiome plays just…

How the Gut Microbiome Affects Hormonal Balance in Women

Claire O'Connor - 9 July, 2025

Recent research is revealing just how closely connected gut health is to hormonal balance, especially…

Menopause, Your Mind & Your Microbes

Claire O'Connor - 7 March, 2025

The changing hormone levels that women experience during perimenopause and menopause can have a significant…