Willow Health & Wellness

03/12/2025

Dr. Louann Brizendine was among the first to explain why women think, communicate and feel differently than men. Now, inspired by her own experiences and those of the thousands of women at her clinic, she has a message that is nothing short of revolutionary: in the time of life typically known as , women’s brains are reshaped, for the better, in a way that creates new power, a bracing clarity, and a laser-like sense of if you know how to seize it. Take a look at this interesting and hope-filled video clip:

Your life is going to get better and better! Discover the positive changes to come in your 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond in this video from Dr Louann Brizen...

29/11/2025

The bond we share with our pets does more than warm the heart - it also supports our cognitive health as we grow older 🌿🐾

While living alone has been associated with a higher risk of developing dementia and cognitive decline in older adults, research is showing that pet ownership may help to offset these negative effects. Considering participants’ pre-existing health and age, an ongoing study found that both dog and cat owners experienced less cognitive decline as they aged over a 10-year period than non-pet owners. This included everything from memory and processing speed to language function and executive function—the all-important cognitive processes that control and regulate other mental abilities and behavior. Learn more about how pets bring comfort and companionship to older adults at the link in our bio: https://www.bluezones.com/2025/10/furry-friends-for-life-how-pets-can-help-combat-loneliness-for-older-adults/

26/11/2025

🌿 A gentle offering for anyone needing rest, creativity, or a little breathing space 🌿

This time of year can feel full… full schedules, full minds, full hearts.
If you’ve been craving a quiet moment - something nourishing rather than overwhelming - this may be a lovely option.

Create & Escape™ offers online creative retreats that are slow, calming, and beautifully low-pressure. You can move through them at your own pace, with no deadlines or expectations - just gentle support you can return to whenever you need it.

They’re currently running a with access to a whole collection of past retreats, plus long-term options if you’d like something you can revisit throughout the year. Discounts are significant - up to 90% off until 1st December.

If this speaks to you, you can explore the options here:
👉 https://createandescape.com/black-friday-sale?am_id=laraaspeling241

A little creativity, a little stillness, a little nourishment.
Be kind to yourself this season 🌿✨

Black Friday exclusive offers from Create & Escape

25/11/2025

Herbal tea, connection and a quiet moment of presence… small rituals can nourish our wellbeing in powerful ways 🌿✨

People in the blue zones region of Ikaria enjoy drinking herbal teas with family and friends, and scientists have found that those teas pack an antioxidant punch. Wild rosemary, sage, and oregano teas also act as a diuretic, which can keep blood pressure in check by ridding the body of excess sodium and water.

🫖 This week, brew a cup of your favorite tea daily and bonus points for sharing tea time with family or friends.

Learn more by reading What Happens When You Drink Tea Every Day:
https://www.bluezones.com/2019/10/what-happens-when-you-drink-tea-every-day/

*Info from The Blue Zones Challenge by Dan Buettner.

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21/11/2025

Our grandparents' genes aren't our destiny. Our daily decisions are 💫

21/11/2025

This is such an informative and helpful video 🌟

Insulin resistance is the hidden root cause of and diabetes, affecting more than a billion people worldwide. Left unchecked, it raises your risk for heart disease, kidney disease, and even Alzheimer’s.

The good news? You can reverse insulin resistance naturally.

In this video, you’ll learn the best diet to reverse insulin resistance in just weeks; the symptoms to watch for; why the glycemic index can be misleading; the role of fat in blocking insulin; and the foods that actually restore insulin sensitivity. You’ll also discover 3 powerful that can boost your results naturally.

Whether you’re living with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, or even type 1, this video is for you. These strategies are already helping thousands improve insulin sensitivity, lower blood sugar, reduce medications, and reclaim long-term health.

Don’t just manage - address the root cause: .

Insulin resistance is the hidden root cause of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, affecting more than a billion people worldwide. Left unchecked, it raises you...

21/11/2025

Shinrin Yoku (forest bathing) isn't woo-woo nonsense. It's medicine without side effects.

Walk slowly. Breathe deeply. Let nature rewire your brain.

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21/11/2025

Wow - this is interesting! ... There really are so many powerful little changes we can make to improve our health and wellbeing ...

Thank you to Sachin Patel and Dipa Chauhan-Patel for all the life enhancing wisdom you share with us 🙏🌿

13/11/2025

Do you have friends or family whose health is suffering because of what they’re eating?

It’s heartbreaking and far too common. But here’s the good news: Real Solutions Exist.

Whole foods and plant-based eating can slash the risk of chronic disease. And millions of people are looking for trusted guides to help them make the change. That’s where you come in.

My friend Ocean Robbins and the Food Revolution Network team are offering a free, expert-led Plant-Based Coaching Workshop, happening 18-20 November, to help you turn your passion for healthy living into real, lasting impact.

💫 Find out more and sign up here: https://certificate.foodrevolution.org/workshop/?uid=20&oid=4&affid=590

You’ll learn:
* The foods scientifically proven to prevent and reverse disease
* Breakthrough coaching strategies that actually drive change
* How to build a thriving career helping others get healthy

Whether you want to coach professionally, support loved ones, or grow your own health leadership, this learning event is for you.

💫 Save your free spot in the Plant-Based Coaching Workshop now: https://certificate.foodrevolution.org/workshop/?uid=20&oid=4&affid=590

P.S.
✨ If you attended the first workshop in August, you already know how powerful and inspiring this stuff is… And you’ll want to be here for this totally new live workshop.
✨ If you missed it, here’s your chance to get some cutting-edge knowledge and discover what you can do as a plant-based coach. This is a brand-new experience with a fresh lineup of speakers, new content, and the same high-impact approach that’s changing lives.

08/11/2025

🌿 Free Masterclasses for a Healthier, Happier You 🌿

I’m so excited to share a collection of free online masterclasses from the Food Revolution Network - an organisation I trust and love 💚

Each session is packed with empowering, evidence-based insights from leading doctors, nutrition experts, and health educators - helping us make food and lifestyle choices that truly support our health and wellbeing.

Here’s what’s on offer:
🥦 Food for Health - how to use everyday foods to support long-term vitality
❤️ Heart Health - steps to protect and strengthen your cardiovascular system
🧠 Brain Breakthroughs - nourish your brain and support lasting mental clarity
🍎 Tackling Type 2 - practical, natural approaches to reversing Type 2 diabetes
🌾 Get to Know Your Gut - explore the fascinating world of gut health and the microbiome
🌍 Eating for Tomorrow - how our food choices impact our planet’s future
🌼 Food to Freedom - break free from the cycles that keep us disconnected from healthy living
🌿 Plant-Based Coaching - for those curious about guiding others toward sustainable, plant-centred wellness

If any of these speak to you, send me a quick DM and I’ll share the access link(s). They’re completely free to watch.

Let’s keep learning, healing and growing together - one nourishing choice at a time 🌱

01/11/2025

🌿 Research recently published in Nature Medicine has shed fascinating light on how diet shapes gut health and overall inflammation. The study compared participants following a traditional African diet - rich in whole, plant-based foods - with those eating a Western-style diet - high in refined carbohydrates, sugars and processed fats.

🍲 Have a look:

🌿 Wholeness begins in the gut – Restoring balance through the nourishing power of ancestral foods Recent research published in Nature Medicine has shed fascinating light on how diet shapes gut health and overall inflammation. The study compared participants following a traditional African diet ...

29/10/2025

Please take strength training seriously ! (I'm speaking to myself too!) 🌿

💪🧠 Stronger Muscles = Better Brain?
What if the secret to sharper thinking, better mood, longer-lasting cognitive health lies in the gym - or even in your living room with a simple strength training routine?

In this short clip from The Doctor's Kitchen, we learn that working muscles just twice a week isn’t only about physical strength - it’s also about supporting your brain health, mood stability, metabolism.

At Willow Health & Wellness we believe in holistic wellbeing - and this message is so aligned: your body and brain are partners in the wellness journey.

Here are three ways you might bring this into your own routine:
✅ Pick two days a week for strength exercises (weights, resistance bands, body-weight moves)
✅ Choose compound movements (e.g., squats, push-ups, rows) - they activate big muscle groups and trigger brain-boosting effects
✅ Make it consistent - the benefits for your brain add up over time, just like the gains for your muscles

✨ Bonus: Even short sessions of 20-30 minutes make a difference. It’s not about being perfect, it’s about being consistent and kind to your body and mind.

Let’s all get moving - for stronger bodies and sharper minds!