Vicki Harmer - Long Reach Nutrition Clinic

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Vicki Harmer - Long Reach Nutrition Clinic

Registered Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Fertility Nutrition & Lifestyle Specialist

12/11/2025

It’s Male Health Awareness Month — and we need to talk about male fertility.

S***m health is changing — WHO parameters are shifting, and quality is declining worldwide.

But here’s the good news: there’s so much men can do to support fertility naturally. 🌱

This month I’ll break down what’s happening, how testing has evolved (DNA fragmentation, seminal microbiome, bloods) and where lifestyle makes a difference — from gut health and antioxidants to ditching smoking, cutting back on alcohol and even keeping things cool 🧊.

Stay tuned this month as we dive deeper into what really supports male fertility.

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02/11/2025

I’m so grateful for the science and nutrition support that made my family possible.

Now I get to support others on their fertility journey — and that means the world.

Thinking of everyone on their fertility journey today 🤍

24/10/2025

Your gut does far more than digest food — it can also shape your fertility. 🌿

An imbalanced gut can affect hormone regulation, nutrient absorption, inflammation and even thyroid function - all vital for both male and female reproductive health.

✨ When your gut thrives, your hormones, cycles and fertility do too.

Read my full blog on my website to learn how to support your digestion (and your fertility!) from the inside out.

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30/09/2025

Ever wonder what a *day in the life with PCOS* feels like?

It’s not just irregular cycles.

💤 Fatigue that lingers after a full night’s sleep.

🍫 Cravings & weight struggles that feel unfair.

🧠 Brain fog that makes focusing tough.

💭 Mood swings & visible symptoms like acne or facial hair that can chip away at confidence.

And yet, with the right support, small wins add up: a balanced meal, a walk, or simply acknowledging how you feel.

✨ Here’s the important part: you don’t need to be trying to conceive to seek help for PCOS. ✨

Whether you want more energy, clearer skin, easier cycles, or simply to *feel like yourself again* - support is available.

I help clients at every stage, no matter their goals. 💜

👉 Save this for when you need a reminder you’re not alone, and DM me if you’d like tailored guidance for your journey.

22/09/2025

Your gut does more than digest food — it lays the foundation for your fertility. ✨

When the microbiome is out of balance, hormones can swing, inflammation rises and nutrients don’t get absorbed the way they should.

Gut testing shines a light on these hidden patterns so you can finally understand how your digestion, hormones, and fertility connect.

With the right support, your gut can be rebalanced — giving your body the best chance to conceive.

19/09/2025

💛 Your hormones tell a story - and it’s one worth listening to.

If you’ve been trying to conceive and feel like you’re guessing every month, the DUTCH test can give us a complete map of your hormones and stress patterns.

✨ Bloods are great but when it comes to hormones they give us only a snapshot to what’s going on, whereas the DUTCH shows us what is happening throughout the day and even your full cycle.

Helping us understand what might be affecting ovulation, progesterone levels, inflammation and more.

As a fertility nutritionist, I use these insights to create an even deeper personalised plan for nutrition, lifestyle and supplements - so you can stop wondering and start feeling empowered.

🌿 Ready to finally know what’s going on behind the scenes?

📩 DM me or tap the link in bio to learn more about the DUTCH test and how we can work together.

16/09/2025

🩸Female Fertility Blood Tests: Why They Matter

When you’re trying to conceive, bloodwork can provide key insights — but the difference between “normal” and optimal for fertility is huge.

Here are the essentials I look at:

✔️ Full Thyroid Panel
✔️ Reproductive Hormones
✔️ Vitamin D, Iron, B12, Folate
✔️ HbA1C
✔️ CRP
✔️ Full Blood Count

Normal bloods = “you’re not sick.”
Optimal bloods = “your body is ready for conception”

💡Save this checklist or book a review with me to get a personalised plan.

✨ Later this week: I’ll dive into other advanced tests that can impact fertility — including the vaginal, oral & gut microbiomes, genetics & methylation, the DUTCH test and HTMA.

👉 Next week: it’s the boys turn and I’ll cover male fertility testing.

11/09/2025

Fertility nutrition can feel like a complete minefield - there are so many nutrients that play a role in egg quality, s***m health and hormone balance.

The reality is, we’re all different. Everyone’s needs look a little different. Some nutrients will be more important for you than for someone else, and your needs can change over time.

That’s why I like to start with the basics:

Folate
Vitamin D
Zinc
Iron
Omega-3s
CoQ10
B vitamins

These are some of the basics, and I’ve shared food sources only because supplementation is so individual — it really does depend on your blood markers and personal health picture.

Think of this as a starting point, rather than the whole journey.

Fertility nutrition is a big subject, but focussing on these essentials can give your body a strong foundation.

💛 You don’t have to work this all out alone. Small, consistent steps with the right foods can make a real difference.

04/09/2025

Nutrition is one of the most powerful (and often overlooked) foundations of reproductive health.

Studies show that couples following a nutrient-rich, Mediterranean-style diet often have improved hormone balance, higher egg and s***m quality and greater chances of conception. 🌱

In other words — food matters. A lot.

✨ In my next post, I’ll share the must-have nutrients for fertility so you know exactly what to focus on.

💬 Question for you:
What’s one nutrient you think is important for fertility? Drop it in the comments ⬇️ — I’ll be sharing the answers soon!

01/09/2025

This month, I’ll be sharing simple, practical and science-backed info to help you understand how nutrition and diagnostics can make a real difference on your fertility journey.

You’ll learn about:

🥦 Fertility-friendly nutrients

🧪 The tests that matter most

💤 Lifestyle habits that support hormone balance

👉 Follow along, save posts you find helpful and share them with someone who may need encouragement on their path to parenthood.

Question for you:
What’s ONE thing you’re most curious about when it comes to fertility - nutrition, testing, lifestyle or something else?
Drop it in the comments! ⬇️

30/07/2025

I'm always diving into the latest evidence to support my recommendations - and the vaginal microbiome continues to prove just how crucial it is.

This year alone, two major studies backed what I see in clinic: microbial imbalances can make or break fertility outcomes.

The right testing has helped so many of my clients finally get answers after unexplained infertility, IVF failures or early pregnancy loss.

Once we have rectified the imbalance, whether caused by pathogens, low beneficial bacteria, infections or inflammation they have gone on to have a successful IVF cycle or fall pregnant naturally and carry to term.

50% of women are asymptomatic for conditions like BV or Ureaplasma. Without testing, we’re in the dark.

If you’re trying to conceive and feel something is missing - this could be it. Get in touch to find out more and book your test.

21/07/2025

As a Women’s Health Nutritionist I can help with all of the below concerns and more.

If you feel like you’ve tried everything to help yourself or resolve a health issue, let me investigate further and find out what’s really going on so you can resolve it for good!

Nutritional Therapy isn’t just about food (although it is a big part), but looking at you as a whole person and not just a symptom. Looking into your lifestyle - from how well you sleep, your stress levels, movement, nutritional deficiencies…..the whole works!

Whether you’re trying for a baby, your hormones need some balance, your digestion isn’t what it should be or you feel tired all the time, drop me a message - nutritional therapy really does work.

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