With support and insight from a number of health practitioners, alongside my own research and determination to understand what was happening, I gradually began the long road towards recovery. It was eventually established that the pneumonia had triggered a rare autoimmune reaction.

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My experience taught me that the path towards better health is not always straightforward. It can take time, and there may not be one simple solution. For me, recovery involved looking at the bigger picture and recognising the value of a multifaceted approach, including nutrition and supportive lifestyle practices. 

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That experience continues to shape the way I work today. It also gave me a deep appreciation of how it feels to live with persistent symptoms and, importantly, how valuable it can be to feel heard, understood and supported.

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Although my own experience centred primarily around immune dysfunction, my professional interests have since developed across a much broader range of health concerns. These include women’s health, hormonal imbalance, gut health, blood sugar dysregulation, anxiety and stress, as well as supporting health and wellbeing through the different stages of life.

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My desire to understand the science led me to complete a BSc (Hons) in Nutritional Therapy at the Institute for Optimum Nutrition, in partnership with the University of Portsmouth, graduating with First Class Honours. Combining this with my previous career in secondary education, has allowed me to help clients understand their own health in a way that is clear, accessible and practical, as well as engage and motivate them to embrace change.

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I am committed to evidence-based practice and, as part of my academic work, undertook a rapid review examining the effects of medicinal mushrooms on Epstein-Barr virus pathology, which is associated with several chronic health conditions. Today, I continue to bring that same curiosity and evidence-focused approach to my work with clients, helping them feel more informed and empowered to play an active role in their health.