London-based Jacqueline Harvey, an award-winning expert in health, art, and media, offers holistic solutions to diverse clients across the globe
Under the new government guidelines for self-isolation and the current pandemic of Coronavirus, it can be easier to become more stressed and anxious in our daily lives. Anxiety and stress can shorten our breathing pattern, and make it feel like the mind is racing with worry. This shortness in breath can disrupt the amount of…
“The immune system is a complex system of blood cells and organs. It protects the body from harmful germs that can cause illness.” If you are suffering from digestive issues and feeling tired all the time, are prone to catching colds or frequent infections, find that skin infections or wounds are slow to heal, or…
“The immune system is a complex system of blood cells and organs. It protects the body from harmful germs that can cause illness.”Before the Coronavirus crisis, many people may have suffered from various symptoms of low immune function without recognising it. However, it is now vital to understand the signs to protect yourself from catching…
In the current crisis of the pandemic, Coronavirus (COVID-19), I’ve put together a number of credible tips and information that have come from the doctors in China recently.The virus is characterised by the creation of thick mucus that solidifies to obstruct and block the airways and lungs. For medicine to work and to be effective,…
We only use a small amount of our lung capacity in everyday life. In order for us to keep our lungs healthy, we should practice deep breathing to oxygenate our blood, which supplies nutrients to our entire body. Oxygen is a fuel in its own right for our bodies and the brain: – Our lungs…
With the backlash against so-called “clean eating”, where whole food groups are labelled good and bad, a more common-sense anti-fad approach has been gaining strength. Not only are these fads depriving us of necessary nutrients, at their worst they can be downright dangerous. Without carbs for fuel, in extreme cases, the body becomes catabolic, meaning…
Are we being conned into believing that fake meat is good for us? Did you start the New Year with Veganuary, believing that it was the healthy option?With new vegan brands popping up all the time and all the supermarkets now offering a vegan range, it should be cause for celebration – but the big…
I’ve written an article in The Telegraph on the benefits of going on holiday!You can find it here
During the menopause alcohol can increase the likelihood of hot flushes because it raises the body temperature. It can also become a go to, seeming to offer comfort when struggling with the physical and mental changes you may be going through. Mood elevation is only temporary and can often be followed by a crash. It can also aggravate the hormonal imbalance. Try reducing your intake…
Coffee is a great mood lifter, boosting mental focus and alertness and athletic performance. It can even protect against Type 2 diabetes and decrease the risk of depression, but the less you consume the better! Avoid sugary milky coffee drinks which can cause bloating and limit caffeine consumption to about 300mg a day. Have once a…