From My Personal Library

I’ve gathered the books below because each one has supported me in my own wellbeing journey — through gut health, nourishment, nervous system support and finding a gentler way to care for myself. These aren’t just “good reads”; they’re the books that helped me understand my body more deeply, soften my approach to food, and feel more grounded in midlife. If you’re looking for guidance that feels warm, practical and reassuring, these are the ones I return to again and again.

Undieting by Lisa Kilgour

I love this book as it opened my eyes to how we are influenced by marketing and how we unlearned to trust our own bodies.

Undieting: Freedom from the Bewildering World of Fad Diets is a unique, realistic, and approachable guide to breaking the cycle of dieting forever.

Sopies Plant Kitchen

I highly recommend Soph's recipes are easy to follow with ingredients that are readily available.

A qualified personal trainer with a passion for food, Sophie knows the vital role diet - and particularly eating plenty of protein and fibre.

The Happy Pear

I absolutely love their recipes and community spirit and of course sea swimming.

David and Stephen Flynn, the twins behind the Happy Pear cafés and food business, know it can be challenging to juggle everything and still feel inspired!

Eat Yourself Healthy

Megan makes gut health science understandable.

Megan Rossi explains how to feed your gut for a happier, healthier you using simple, delicious and gut-boosting recipes.

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