Send us a text Ayurveda is an ancient preventative lifestyle medicine that is establishing its place within Western Healthcare. And with good reason. In this podcast, Rina Golan, Seed’s Ayurvedic Coach & Detox Retreat Facilitator located in Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. shares why and how Ayurveda as a system and also ayurvedic detoxification programmes or ‘Panchakarma’ aid health, wellbeing and longevity. With over 20 years of experience, Rina works 1:1 with her clients as w...

Send us a text In this podcast, Seed's host, Magalie Valadier, shares the mic with Rebecca Rainsford, a Sound Therapist located in Buckinghamshire. Said Magalie, "In this podcast, we aim to explore a form of healing that is as ancient as it is powerful but yet, often mysterious in our modern world. "We’re not just talking about relaxation but how we can use vibration as a precise tool to release stored trauma, soothe the nervous system and facilitate profound transformation on both a ph...

Send us a text Are you or someone you love struggling with an autoimmune condition like Hashimoto's, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or Psoriasis? If your body feels like a mystery and you're tired of just managing symptoms, this episode is for you. Join Magalie, a Medical Herbalist, and Tracey Harper, a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Nutritionist, from Seed Wellness in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, for a deep and empowering conversation. In this podcast, Magalie and Tracey demystify wh...

Send us a text As part of our focus on autoimmunity this week, we are delighted to share the mic with Fiona Martindale, a local GP located in Welwyn, Hertfordshire. Working as a doctor for over 20 years, Fiona has seen first-hand the vital role lifestyle plays in her patients’ health. Subsequently she now runs her own private clinic alongside her work as a GP in order to encompass a more integrative approach to help guide her patients beyond the realms of conventional medical care. In t...

Send us a text For our health campaign this month at Seed, we are deep diving into the topic of Autoimmunity, ie what this is, how it presents (ie symptoms) and what we can do to help if we are struggling with an autoimmune condition. To help shed some light on this topic, in this podcast we are sharing the mic with the wonderful Michelle Smith, Seeds Nutritional Therapist located in Buckinghamshire. Michelle is very passionate about this subject due to her own personal journey of deali...

Send us a text As a continuation of our health campaign focussing on the topic of cancer, we spoke to Jacqui Jooste, a Clinical Pharmacist & Clinical Health Coach located in Welwyn, Hertfordshire. In this podcast, Jacqui talks about how she supports people who have been diagnosed with cancer or are in remission. A cancer survivor herself, Jacqui understands the complexities of this journey. She drew on her own scientific knowledge and background in her own healing and recovery and is now ...

Send us a text In this podcast, Seed's host, Magalie Valadier, shares the mic with Nicola Duffell, a Life Mentor + Grief Activist located in Kings Langley, Hertfordshire, to unpick the journey of grief. Said Magalie, "The topic of grief affects all of us and yet is so often misunderstood and carried in isolation. Nicola brings a profoundly creative and integrative approach to healing using a unique blend of poetry, energy work, soul healing and nutritional support to help individuals manage l...

Send us a text Freedo is a unique and powerful self-discovery card game made up of 25 steps and designed to help you break through blocks, gain clarity and take inspired action in any area of your life. In this podcast, we spoke to co-creator, Gary Winer, about how Freedo works, the inspiration behind it and how it can aid wellbeing in children and young people. Gary has worked both with children and teens both within schools, in groups and 1:1 sessions. Said Gary, "The idea of Fr...

Send us a text In this podcast, we spoke to Louise Alltimes, Seed’s Counsellor & Psychotherapist for Children & Young People, to help demystify what psychotherapy actually is and how it differs from other popular therapies such as psychology and CBT. According to the Mental Health Foundation: 20% of adolescents may experience a mental health problem in any given year50% of mental health problems are established by age 14 and 75% by age 2410% of children and young people (aged 5 to 16...

Send us a text Hosted by Tiff Kertesz This month at Seed, we are deep diving into the topic of mental health in children and young people. Today there is a growing number of children and young people being diagnosed with neuro-divergent conditions including ADHD, ADD, OCD, Autism and more, all of which can impact a child or young person’s mental health, In this podcast, Tiff Kertesz shares the mic with Judith Katz, a Neurodivergence Coach located in Henley-On-Thames, Berkshire, to...

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Send us a text This month at Seed, our health campaign is deep diving into the topic of mental health in children and young people. According to the Mental Health Foundation, 20% of adolescents may experience a mental health problem such as anxiety, depression, PTSD and more in any given year; 50% of mental health problems are established by age 14 and 75% by age 24; and 10% of children and young people (aged 5 to 16 years) have a clinically diagnosable mental problem, yet 70% of children and...

Send us a text Nutrition & Cancer According to current stats, around 1 in 2 people with be affected by cancer in their lifetimes. In this podcast, we spoke to Lorna Rhodes (mBANT, r CNHC), Seed's specialist Nutritional Therapist for cancer patients. Here, Lorna shares the process of getting to the root cause of a cancer diagnosis through DNA testing and other methods, and how this helps her support her patients through treatment and recovery. Originally a cookery writer and fo...

Send us a text Divorce is a highly challenging process. Yet, having legal representation is incredibly expensive and, for some, completely cost prohibitive. Subsequently, more women than ever before are representing themselves. Often they are ill equipped to navigate the process both legally and emotionally. And this is where Olwen's work as a Divorce Empowerment Coach is playing an incredible role. A divorce lawyer for over 20 years, Olwen moved into coaching in order to support women both l...

Send us a text As part of our focus on Relationships this week at Seed, we had an informal chat with Dr Anouk Houdijk, Seed’s Clinical Psychologist specialising in trauma, based in Marlow, Buckinghamshire. Says Dr Anouk, “Trauma influences how critical we are of ourselves and the stories we tell ourselves. And this in turn directly impacts our relationships both with ourselves and others.” "Our whole world revolves around relationships – our songs, our dramas, our films are about relationship...

Send us a text This week at Seed we are focussing on the topic of Relationships. Our relationships and social connections with others have a huge impact on our overall health and wellbeing. In fact, it makes up one of the main pillars of health. Within this theme is also our relationship with ourselves… which is arguably THE most important relationship of all. And today we are sharing the mic with Alison Bell, a Louise Hay Heal Your Life Coach based in Berkshire, UK, to discuss how our...

Send us a text In this episode, Magalie Valadier shares the mic with highly accomplished TCM practitioner , Dr Qu Yu. Here, Dr Yu shares how incredible knowledge and knowhow about TCM and why and how it can aid a wide range of health complaints. For more information about Dr Yu, visit https://seedwellness.co.uk/dryuqu/

Send us a text Is your child struggling to cope with big emotions? Are you or your child feeling stressed, overwhelmed and don’t know where to turn for support? Is this negatively impacting your day-to-day life? In this podcast, Magalie Valadier shares the mic with Suzanne Stace, a highly experienced Child Health & Wellbeing Practitioner located in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. Here, Suzanne shares her top tips, practical knowledge and expertise for parents and children navigati...

Send us a text Presented by Magalie Valadier from Seed Wellness Here, Magalie shares the mic with Lucy Blunden, Western Medical Herbalist and EFT practitioner. When Lucy was 17 years old and training to be a musician, she started to experience chronic back pain. Said Lucy, "My GP said that if i wanted to be a musician i should expect to be in pain and take Ibuprofen three times a day. Being told I would have to accept being in pain for the rest of my life wasn’t really the way for...

Send us a text Sauna bathing is an ancient wellness practice deeply rooted in many cultures and traditions around the world. Sauna goes far beyond relaxation. In fact, regular sauna use is scientifically proven to deliver profound health benefits, particularly for cardiovascular health, brain function and longevity. Today, we are delighted to share the mic with Seed’s Sauna Master Anna Burkitt, founder of The Chiltern Sauna Circle located in Buckinghamshire. Here, Anna shares her amazing know...