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Fortified or Fooled? The Hidden Dangers of Synthetic Folic Acid in Our Food
They say it’s for our health — but what if this “health policy” is quietly harming many of us? From April 2024, every bag of flour in the UK — (unless you go out of your way to find unfortified varieties) — now contains synthetic folic acid . A pharmaceutical chemical added to prevent spina bifida in unborn babies. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: the science behind it is shaky , and the risks may outweigh the benefits for much of the population. Folate vs Folic Acid — Wh
Lucy Bassett
Oct 295 min read


Why Each Generation is Sicker Than the Last – and How to Reverse It
Each generation should be stronger, wiser, and healthier than the last. That is how nature intended it. Yet, when we look around our...
Lucy Bassett
Aug 183 min read


What Happened to Real Food? The Shocking Ingredients in Everyday Foods
Once upon a time, food was simple. Even treats were made from real ingredients — cream, eggs, butter, sugar, fruit, herbs and spices....
Lucy Bassett
Jul 173 min read
The Magic of Fermentation – Gut Healing the Traditional Way
Last week I ran a small, hands-on fermentation workshop – and what a lovely afternoon it was! We explored the art of making kefir and...
Lucy Bassett
Jun 232 min read


Is Salt Really Bad for You? The Truth About Salt and Blood Pressure
🧂 In Defence of Salt: An Ancient Ally Misunderstood There was a time when salt was more valuable than gold. Roman soldiers were paid in...
Lucy Bassett
May 23 min read


Healthy Ageing: Why Growing Older Doesn’t Have to Mean Decline
Is it really normal to feel worse as we grow older? Or have we simply forgotten what healthy ageing can look like? I’ve heard it more...
Lucy Bassett
Apr 283 min read


Tired of Eczema Creams That Don’t Work? Could a Gut-Healing Approach Be the Key to Lasting Relief?
If you or your child has struggled with eczema or skin allergies, you’ll know how frustrating it can be. The itchiness, the flare-ups,...
Lucy Bassett
Apr 83 min read


The Cholesterol Myth: What Really Causes Heart Disease?
What You Haven’t Been Told For decades, cholesterol has been framed as the enemy of heart health. We’ve been told to avoid saturated...
Lucy Bassett
Mar 202 min read


The Power of Good Bacteria: Supporting Your Microbiome for Better Health
We often think of bacteria as something to avoid, but in reality, our bodies are home to trillions of microbes that are essential to our...
Lucy Bassett
Feb 183 min read


Nourish Your Family This Festive Season
With Christmas around the corner, it’s the perfect time to think about how we’re nourishing our families. Kids and teens are growing...
Lucy Bassett
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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