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Better Health With Dr Jane, Edinburgh (2026)

29/12/2025

Myth: You need a “new you” to be healthy in the new year.

Truth: You do not need to reinvent yourself. You need support, clarity and habits that work for your real life.

As a GP and Health Coach, I see how the pressure to start perfectly in January often leads to stress, burnout and giving up altogether. Health is not created through all or nothing thinking. It is built gradually, through small, consistent choices that support your body and nervous system.

Progress does not disappear because life gets busy. You do not start again from zero. You simply realign.

In today’s post, I share why the New Year New You mindset can be unhelpful and how a more compassionate approach leads to lasting change.

If this resonates, you can learn more about how I support sustainable wellbeing through the link in my bio.

Disclaimer:
This content is for general education and wellbeing awareness only and is not intended as individual medical advice. If you have ongoing symptoms or health concerns, please speak to your GP or a qualified healthcare professional.

27/12/2025

So many of the health questions I’m asked at this time of year are completely valid and very common.

Feeling exhausted, craving comfort foods, sleeping poorly or struggling with motivation is not a personal failure. It is often the result of prolonged stress, busy schedules and not enough recovery.

In this Q&A, I answer some of the most frequent questions I hear around end of year wellbeing and why your body may be responding the way it is.

Health is not about doing more. Often, it’s about understanding what your body needs and responding with compassion rather than pressure.

If you see yourself in these questions, you are not alone so please get in touch!

Disclaimer:
This content is for general education and wellbeing awareness only and is not intended as individual medical advice. If you have ongoing symptoms or health concerns, please speak to your GP or a qualified healthcare professional.

25/12/2025

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas.

However you are spending today, I hope it brings moments of rest, connection and kindness towards yourself. This time of year can be joyful, emotional, busy or quiet, and all of those experiences are valid.

If nothing else, let today be a reminder that your health is not measured by perfection, productivity or pressure. Small moments of care and compassion matter.

Sending warm Christmas wishes to you and your loved ones.

22/12/2025

Have you ever wondered why poor sleep makes weight loss feel so much harder?

When sleep is disrupted, hormones that regulate appetite and fullness are affected. Ghrelin rises, increasing hunger, while leptin falls, making it harder to feel satisfied. At the same time, cortisol levels increase, which can drive cravings, fatigue and fat storage.

As a GP and Health Coach, I often see people blaming themselves when the real issue is that their body has not had the recovery time it needs.

Supporting weight and health starts with supporting sleep. Even small improvements in sleep quality can make a meaningful difference to energy, mood and appetite regulation.

In today’s post, I explain why sleep is such a key part of sustainable health and why it deserves just as much attention as food and movement.

Disclaimer:
This content is for general education and wellbeing awareness only and is not intended as individual medical advice. If you have ongoing sleep or health concerns, please speak to your GP or a qualified healthcare professional.

19/12/2025

The festive season can be joyful, busy and exhausting all at once.

Supporting your health at this time of year does not mean being perfect. It means being realistic, kind to yourself and focusing on a few simple foundations.

Regular meals, staying hydrated, gentle movement, fresh air and rest all help your body cope with the extra demands of socialising, travel and disrupted routines. Setting small boundaries and letting go of unrealistic expectations can make a bigger difference than any strict plan.

In today’s post, I share a few simple ways to support your health through the festive season without guilt or pressure.

If this time of year feels overwhelming, you can explore more supportive wellbeing guidance through the link in my bio.

Disclaimer:
This content is for general education and wellbeing awareness only and is not intended as individual medical advice. If you have ongoing symptoms or health concerns, please speak to your GP or a qualified healthcare professional.

16/12/2025

Better health does not come from pressure, punishment or perfection.

It comes from compassion, consistency and understanding what your body actually needs in this season of life.

As a GP and Health Coach, I see how often people believe they must push harder to feel better. In reality, small supportive choices made consistently are far more powerful than guilt or self criticism.

Progress does not need to be dramatic to be meaningful.

If this message resonates, you can explore more gentle, evidence based wellbeing support through the link in my bio.

Disclaimer:
This content is for general education and wellbeing awareness only and is not intended as individual medical advice. If you have ongoing symptoms or health concerns, please speak to your GP or a qualified healthcare professional.

15/12/2025

Worried about Christmas eating? Let’s talk about it.

Food around Christmas is meant to be enjoyed, not feared. A few days of different eating does not undo your health, your progress or your self control.

As a GP and Health Coach, I see how often guilt and restriction create more stress than the food itself. That stress raises cortisol, disrupts appetite regulation and makes it harder to feel balanced and energised afterwards.

Your body is designed to adapt. Health is shaped by what you do most of the time, not by a festive period filled with meals, celebrations and connection.

In today’s video, I share a little more about why Christmas eating does not need to come with guilt, and how approaching food with compassion can support both physical and mental wellbeing.

If this resonates, you can learn more about my work and how I support people with their health and wellbeing through the link in my bio.

Disclaimer:
This content is for general education and wellbeing awareness only and is not intended as individual medical advice. If you have ongoing symptoms or health concerns, please speak to your GP or a qualified healthcare professional.

14/12/2025

In today’s video I am sharing a little more about my background and why I chose to become both a GP and a Health Coach.

My journey into healthcare began long before I entered medicine. I studied Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh and graduated with First Class Honours, which sparked my interest in the science behind how the body works. I then went on to study Medicine at Edinburgh, graduating with Honours, followed by further training including the DRCOG qualification in women’s health.

Working as a GP has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. I meet people at every stage of their health journey, and it has shown me the importance of truly listening and understanding the whole person. But I also saw that many health struggles were rooted in lifestyle pressures, stress, burnout and the pace of everyday life.

That is what led me to train as a Health Coach. I wanted to combine medical knowledge with the space, support and compassion people need to make meaningful changes. Coaching allows me to work with people on a deeper level, helping them build confidence, create healthier habits and improve their wellbeing in a way that feels sustainable.

Becoming a Health Coach has allowed me to bridge the gap between traditional medicine and preventative, personalised care. It is the work that feels most aligned with who I am and how I want to help people live healthier, happier lives.

If you would like support with energy, stress, weight, or building healthier routines, you can connect with me through the link in my bio.

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12/12/2025

Burnout is becoming increasingly common in workplaces and it does not just affect performance. It affects health, engagement and the overall culture of a team. In today’s video I am talking about the early signs of burnout and why it is so important for organisations to address it proactively.

Burnout is not simply “being busy” or “feeling tired”. It is a state of physical, mental and emotional exhaustion that develops over time when pressure exceeds capacity. When teams understand the early indicators and leaders create environments that support recovery, the impact on wellbeing and productivity is significant.

As a GP and Health Coach, I work with organisations to help staff recognise stress signals, build healthier routines and create workplace cultures where wellbeing is prioritised. This includes tailored workshops, leadership sessions and group coaching that empower people to manage stress more effectively.

Healthier staff contribute to healthier workplaces and businesses thrive when their teams feel supported. If your organisation would like to explore workplace wellbeing sessions or burnout prevention programmes, you can get in touch through the link in my bio.

11/12/2025

Your hormones respond to your daily habits far more than most people realise. In a busy world it is easy to feel tired, overwhelmed or out of balance, but small supportive choices can make a meaningful difference.

Lifestyle foundations such as regular meals, gentle movement, quality sleep and moments of rest help regulate the nervous system and support healthier hormone signals throughout the day. When cortisol is steadier, energy improves, mood feels more stable and appetite becomes easier to manage.

You do not need to aim for perfection. Consistency and compassion matter more than anything else. When you support your body with simple routines, your hormones respond in a positive and measurable way.

If you would like help understanding your hormones, managing stress or creating healthier habits, you can connect with me through the link in my bio.

08/12/2025

It is Myth Busting Monday and today we are looking at caffeine and stress. Many people rely on coffee to help them feel alert, but caffeine can also increase your stress levels more than you realise.

Caffeine stimulates the release of cortisol, one of the body’s main stress hormones. This is part of the natural stress response and it is why some people feel more anxious, tense or “on edge” after drinking caffeine. For others, the impact is milder, but the physiology is the same.

This does not mean caffeine is bad. It simply means being aware of how it affects your body is important. If your stress levels are already high, adding more stimulation can make it harder for the nervous system to settle. Timing and quantity both play a role in how your body responds.

As a GP and Health Coach, I want people to understand the science so they can make choices that support their energy, mood and overall wellbeing rather than working against it.

If you would like support with managing stress, building healthier habits or improving your long term wellbeing, you can connect with me through the link in my bio.

07/12/2025

Healthy habits are not created overnight. They take time, repetition and a clear understanding of how behaviour change actually works. In today’s video I am sharing my 3–6–36 framework, which I use in coaching to help people understand what to expect when building new routines.

The first three weeks are about getting started and creating consistency. The next six weeks are when you begin to feel the benefits and see early changes. At thirty six weeks the behaviour becomes part of your identity and something you do naturally without overthinking.

Understanding this timeline removes so much pressure. You do not need to be perfect and you do not need results instantly. Real change comes from small actions repeated over time, not from intensity or restriction.

As a GP and Health Coach, I use the 3–6–36 framework to help people stay motivated, feel supported and understand that habit formation is a gradual process. When you approach it with patience and compassion, it becomes far more sustainable.

If you would like support with behaviour change, building healthier routines or improving your overall wellbeing, you can connect with me through the link in my bio.

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