The Lifestyle Clinic

We've all done it. Made excuses. Looked the other way. Blamed the system. Convinced ourselves that "feeling fine" means everything must be okay.

As a GP who's worked with hundreds of people living with type 2 diabetes, I've noticed these patterns time and time again. And here's what I want you to...

When it comes to diets, we’ve all heard the same promises: lose weight fast, drop a dress size in a week, or eliminate cravings overnight. But let’s be honest—how often do those diets actually work long-term? As a doctor who has worked with countless patients (and struggled with...

It’s a New Year and many of us have set an intention to improve our health, and in particular lose weight. But I also see many people go all in without setting themselves up properly.

We know that willpower is fickle. It deserts us when we need it the most. It is there when things are easy,...

We all know that if you have diabetes then you should be avoiding sugar. But knowing that sugar isn’t good for you is one thing, avoiding all the sweet treats, the mince pies, the parties and the meals out are a completely different matter!

Yet, thriving through Christmas with diabetes is...

Can you believe it’s already December? This time of year always seems to fly by in a whirlwind of celebrations, obligations, and all the tempting treats that come with the holidays. If you’ve been feeling like your health goals might take a back seat this month, let me reassure you:...

Let’s be real—when it comes to health goals, whether it’s eating better, losing weight, or sticking to a workout routine, self-discipline can feel like the toughest mountain to climb.

As a GP, I’ve seen countless patients come into my surgery with hopes of getting...

Have you ever found yourself struggling to lose weight despite eating healthy and sticking to your exercise routine?

You’re not alone—and it turns out that there might be a hidden culprit at play: a hormone often overlooked, but one that I think wreaks more havoc than we realise. And...

Self-sabotage! 

We’ve all been there—excited about a new diet, workout plan, or fitness challenge, only to find ourselves elbow-deep in a bag of crisps a week later!

It’s frustrating, especially when you know what you need to do to lose weight but can’t seem to...

Sweeteners have long-been refered to as a healthy alternative to sugar; being advocated as better for diabetes as it avoids a glucose spike in the blood. However, 50 yrs from when the first sweetener was discovered the research shows a darker side to these ‘calorie-free’ chemicals. In...

Many people embarking on the journey to reverse prediabetes or type 2 diabetes face significant challenges. Through extensive experience with patients, I've identified three common mistakes that often impede progress. Addressing these mistakes can make a crucial difference in effectively managing...

As humans, we may not hibernate like some animals, but our bodies are still remarkably attuned to the changing seasons. Just as nature cycles through phases of growth, harvest, and dormancy, so too does the human body respond to shifts in temperature, daylight, and even the availability of food....

We’ve all been there: scrolling through social media instead of going for a walk, reaching for that sugary snack instead of a piece of fruit, or binge-watching TV instead of getting a good night's sleep. Despite knowing what’s best for our health and well-being, we often delay taking...