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It’s Parent Mental Health Awareness Day! PMHD is a day to encourage understanding and awareness of the importance of parent mental health and its potential impact on the whole family system. We all know it can be hard being a parent and it is easy for mums and dads to overlook their own mental health as they juggle daily tasks. And when you forget about yourself, it’s easy to feel down, stressed and burned out. Remember to breath and take time for yourself.

Quick tip: start your day with a glass of water and do some breathing exercises.

To learn more about PMHD, please visit: https://stem4.org.uk/parentmentalhealthday/

To learn more about AppleTree Consultancy, please visit: https://www.appletreeconsultancy.com/

Today is National Hug Day! National Hug Day is to encourage everyone to hug family and friends more often.

Have you ever thought of your friends and family to be part of your support network? They can help you with the struggles you face in life such as maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Having a strong support network can make all the difference when carrying a lot of mental strain on your shoulders. Most people will assume that you are coping and doing okay unless you ask for help directly. So, start a conversation with others who can help, as well as your family. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness – it shows that you know when you need help.

And don’t forget to remind the people around you that you love and appreciate them!

To learn more about AppleTree Consultancy, please visit: https://www.appletreeconsultancy.com/

What is Wellness? Wellness not only mean your physical health but also your emotional, mental, social, environmental and spiritual wellness. What does each of these mean to you?

1. Physical Wellness is arming your body with the right kind of exercise, food, and sleep. Did you know adults should be sleeping 7 or more hours a night but more than 35% of people in Scotland get less than 6 hours a night.

2. Emotional Wellness is being aware of and understanding our feelings, as well as knowing how to express them. You might not realise it but your emotional wellbeing might also be impacting others in both a positive and negative way. Talking to others about how you feel can help you in the long term and allow you to get any support you may need.

3. Mental Wellness is like emotional wellness, your mental health and wellbeing is important and should always be considered. Allow yourself to rest after a stressful day, week, or even year. Remember to take breaks from work and/or family. Even a few hours just to decompress can be beneficial. Picking up new skills and hobbies can help keep your brain active and even boost your confidence.

4. Environmental Wellness is especially important. You might not know it, but your environment plays a big part in your wellbeing. Your environment can seriously influence your behaviour. From a messy room, wrong lighting, even having your furniture in the wrong place can really mess up your mood. Current climate concerns also can contribute to personal wellbeing and knowing what changes to make can help with that.

5. Spiritual Wellness is having a set of values, morals, beliefs, and principles in which provide a sense of meaning to life. Being able to self-reflect and find yourself can be a big part of you as a person. Knowing how to set yourself boundaries and understanding we cannot control every aspect of life.

6. Social Wellness is essential as humans are social creatures. We struggle to live in isolation, even those who prefer to be introverted still have the need to socialise and be around others occasionally. Connecting and engaging with others in our communities in a meaningful way is a basic human behaviour that a lot of us do without even realising.

For more information about Wellness, please visit: https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/what-is-wellness/

To learn more about AppleTree Consultancy, please visit: https://www.appletreeconsultancy.com/

2021 was an eventful year for AppleTree Consultancy, so many new friendly faces have joined us on our journey and we can only hope that AppleTree continues to grow and blossom right the way through 2022!

Here at AppleTree Consultancy we are driven by a desire to help others make essential choices to ensure they enjoy a healthy lifestyle, healthier weight and a positive active life.

We appreciate how difficult it can be to keep to healthy lifestyle choices and but we are here to give you sound scientific information to enable you, your clients or employees to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

Dr Laura Stewart is an award-winning Registered Dietitian (RD) who founded AppleTree Healthy Lifestyle Consultancy after working for over 34 years in the NHS. AppleTree is a passion for Laura. She believes that a healthy lifestyle can bring a positive helping hand to enable those at a corporate, business and organisational level to support their customers and staff to improve their health, lead an active, happy lifestyle and achieve a healthier weight.

Laura gained vast experience in weight management during her NHS career as a practitioner, manager and researcher; as well as being a published author in journals, textbooks, reports and as an editor. Laura spent two years as a Professional Adviser to the Scottish Government working on implementing their Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Framework.

To learn more about AppleTree Consultancy, please visit: https://www.appletreeconsultancy.com/

Dry January is the UK's one-month alcohol-free challenge. Dry January has become a popular way to kick off the new year. It allows you to re-evaluate your relationship with alcohol and recuperate from any excess drinking over the holidays—all while feeling incredibly refreshed with and a great way to save money too.

There are many reasons to be careful about the amount of alcohol you drink. Health is one of these things but so is the number of calories in each alcoholic drink and mixer.

Both men and women are advised to drink no more than 14 units of alcohol a week to keep the risks to their health low. Current recommendations also suggest that it's safer and healthier to spread out your drinking over at least 3 days in a week. If you are looking to reduce your alcohol intake, a good way to do this is having several alcohol free days each week.

To learn more about Appletree, please visit: https://www.appletreeconsultancy.com/

Needing help trying to figure out what your goals are for 2022? Dr. Laura Stewart of AppleTree Consultancy has released another blog post, this time focusing on how to make a lasting New Years Resolution!

Dr. Laura makes some great points so be ready to take some notes!

To read the full blog, please visit: https://www.appletreeconsultancy.com/blog/how-to-make-a-lasting-2022-new-years-resolution

What is your new year's resolution for 2022?

Join us on 14th January for the Wellness Weight Programme and we will provide you with the opportunity to change your lifestyle habits for the better! Buy your tickets now -
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497?fbclid=IwAR0dorBxka2OOe8q1SOXY27XNNlnganQjuOc4Qgv6rTE-AicCYWSOn3TtZ0

If improving your health and wellbeing is on your mind for this year then why not start working towards your goals now!

Our 6 hour programme over two sessions will be to help you -
- Determine what a healthier weight means to you
- Identify strategies for coping with stress-related eating
- Consider realistic lifestyle changes
- Identify your ongoing support networks at home

Tickets for the Wellness Weight Programme and available at:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Wellness Weight Is your lock down weight just not shifting? Are you struggling to do things that once came easily? Let us help you to invest in your future.

Time to make those changes to become the best version of yourself?

Do you want more to find more energy to do the things you have always wanted to or maybe you want to play with the grandkids without feeling exhausted? It’s time to start your journey to whatever goal it may be.

The Wellness Weight Programme is running on the 14th and 15th January, not long to go so get your tickets now:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Our 6 hour programme over two sessions will be to help you -
- Determine what a healthier weight means to you
- Identify strategies for coping with stress-related eating
- Consider realistic lifestyle changes
- Identify your ongoing support networks at home

Wellness Weight Is your lock down weight just not shifting? Are you struggling to do things that once came easily? Let us help you to invest in your future.

We hope Christmas is a time where you head home and reunite with family for the festivities.

Have you ever thought of your friends and family are part of your support network? They can help you with the struggles you face in life such as maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Would you like to gain a better understanding of your own support network and how they can help you succeed? The Wellness Weight Programme running early 2022 will cover this topic and show you ways in which your support network can help your journey to a healthier lifestyle.

Early bird tickets are available for the Wellness Weight Programme for only a few more days so grab them now!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

The Eatwell guide provides a foundation for a healthy balanced diet.

The chart is split up into the five main food groups and the size of the group on the pie chart is a reference to how much of that food group you need daily or weekly.

The full breakdown of the Eatwell guide can be found on the NHS Website:
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/the-eatwell-guide/

If you think a healthy, balanced diet would benefit your health and wellbeing, check out our upcoming Wellness Weight Programme which will provide you with the tools having a healthy diet.

Early Bird tickets are available now, we'd love to see you there:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Is 2022 the time for a new challenge? Do you want to start making positives changes in your life? If your answer is yes, then the Wellness Weight Programme will be perfect for you.

Our new Wellness Weight Programme is here to help you kick start your weight management journey. Run by leading experts in health and wellbeing who are ready to give you the support you need to achieve your goals in 2022.

Each of the two sessions runs for 3 hours and will be delivered by experts who support people to make lifestyle changes and manage their weight.

Early bird tickets are available to purchase now at a price of £85, book your tickets at:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Is 2022 going to be the year you lead a healthier lifestyle? Will you make the changes you need? Here are a few tips to kickstart your knowledge.

1. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Water helps you get rid of waste from your body, as well as help burn necessary fat while exercising.

2. Try limiting your intake of fatty and sugary foods. Try eating smaller portions as well as meals high in protein and fibre. Try a more varied, balanced diet rather than having excessive amounts of vegetables.

3. To make sure you have sufficient levels of nutrients, taking vitamin supplements can ensure your body has all it needs.

4. Regular exercise will ensure you keep physically fit, going for a daily walk will keep you active. If you’d like more of a challenge getting a membership for a gym could be a step in the right direction.

5. Avoid going overboard with alcohol. Alcohol is damaging to the body over the recommended 14 units per week. If you exceed this, you will be harming yourself and adding excess calories to your diet.

If you would like to start your own journey to better health, get yourself a ticket to the Wellness Weight Programme which is taking place digitally in January 2022.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Did you know?

Dr Laura has vast experience in weight management during her NHS career as a practitioner, manager and researcher; as well as being a published author in journals, text books, reports and as an editor. Laura spent two years as a Professional Adviser to the Scottish Government working on implementing their Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Framework.

Kickstart your weight journey now by signing up to Laura's upcoming Wellness Weight Programme now - eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497?fbclid=IwAR1Kl1bX1Ap1e_qdGUU1huwrvQ22ipjpDp0QlQajVpYfzX9fiKdTIKo0waE

Have you ever thought of your friends and family are part of your support network? They can help you with the struggles you face in life such as maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Would you like to gain a better understanding of your own support network and how they can help you succeed? The Wellness Weight Programme running early 2022 will cover this topic and show you ways in which your support network can help your journey to a healthier lifestyle.

Early Bird tickets are available for the Wellness Weight Programme now -

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Is it what we eat that impacts our mood?

The answer is YES!

Here are some top tips to improve your mood through food.

Read the full blog here: https://www.appletreeconsultancy.com/blog/mood-and-food-food-and-mood

No matter where you are in the world the Wellness Weight Programme will be accessible to anyone anywhere!

The course will be held online remotely, accessible via any desktop, laptop or mobile. Once you have your ticket, a link will be sent for the date you choose.

If 2022 is the year for you to make a positive change in your life, plan and get an early bird ticket prepare yourself for a journey to a healthier lifestyle. Book your tickets at:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Do you have a healthy relationship with Alcohol?

It’s Alcohol Awareness Week and a chance for the UK to get thinking about drinking.

Research shows that many of us have found ourselves drinking more to deal with feelings of loneliness and isolation during the pandemic.

There are many reasons to be careful about the amount of alcohol you drink. Health is one of these but so is the number of calories in alcoholic drinks and mixers.

Both men and women are advised to drink no more than 14 units of alcohol a week to keep the risks to their health low. Current recommendations also suggest that it's safer and healthier to spread out your drinking over at least 3 days in a week. If you are looking to reduce your alcohol intake, a good way to do this is having several alcohol free days each week.

This NHS Inform online weight management programme was written by the expert bringing you AppleTree’s Wellness Weight Programme and is a useful resource to make healthier choices https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/12-week-weight-management-programme/week-3/

We are thrilled to introduce you to Dr Clare Neilson. A Clinical Psychologist with 25 years of experience working in private practice, academia and in freelance positions. Clare is part of the NHS weight management service team where she has helped numerous adults, young people, and children take control of their weight management struggles. Dr Clare has collaborated with AppleTree many times over the years, and we are so happy to introduce you to her as part of the upcoming Wellness Weight Programme.

Clare is passionate about promoting mental wellbeing and providing individuals with an understanding of the impact on mental health on their physical health and what techniques can be used to assist and improve this.

If improving your own mental and physical wellbeing is on your mind, then the Wellness Weight Programme will set you up for success. Early Bird tickets are available now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Dr Laura Stewart is AppleTree's Expert consultant. She is an experienced author in the topics of healthier weight and managing obesity. Dr. Laura has run courses and performed informative talks on these subjects and has received great feedback. Here are a few testimonials she has received, further proving her courses have the highest quality content as the testimonials speak for themselves.

If you think you could be interested in one of AppleTree’s courses, tickets for Dr. Laura’s Wellness Weight Programme are currently available at the link below.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Stress is an issue that affects millions in the UK, it is damaging to our health and wellbeing. In 2020, 74% of people said that they could not cope with how stressed they were.

In Dr Laura’s latest blog, she discusses the concept of mindfulness and how to use it to help overcome stress related eating habits.

Check out the latest blog where Dr Laura Stewart talks about this in more depth.

https://www.appletreeconsultancy.com/blog/stress-related-eating-and-dealing-with-stress

If you think that stress related eating is something that is affecting your life, the Wellness Weight Programme will lead you on the right track to making a positive change in your life. Early bird tickets are available now!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

The Wellness Weight programme takes place virtually on the 14th and 15th January 2022, we are excited to jump start your journey to a healthier lifestyle.


So, what can you expect on part two of this journey?


A personalised, person-centred outcome with emphasis on your weight and health.

We will use non-stigmatised language to make you feel confident and supported throughout the journey.

We will arm you with tools to continue your positive changes to your lifestyle to achieve success.


So, what does the itinerary consist of?

Session 2 3 hours

Look at the ‘future you’ and the goals you are working towards. Break down your goals to make them manageable and set targets for yourself so the process doesn’t feel daunting but instead exciting and something to look forward to achieving. You will also be looking into what support mechanisms you can use to your advantage at home.

Explore your energy balance and how we can use some tools to help increase physical activity levels as well as consider small steps to decrease the energy we are taking in by looking into the importance of healthy eating. We’ll look at the calorie contents of different food groups and you can expect an activity quiz to test your knowledge. (Definitely not as scary as it sounds)

Recap, review and refine your future goals. Discuss what success for you will look like, acknowledge what bumps you may come across in your journey and how to give yourself praise for the positives.


If the Wellness Weight Programme sounds like the right journey for you after getting a better understanding of the structure of the course, purchase your early bird ticket now!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Early Bird Tickets are currently available and come at a discounted price!

We cannot wait to start this journey with you.

Picture Credit - The World Obesity Federation

Dr Laura Stewart is an award-winning registered dietician (RD). She founded AppleTree Healthy Lifestyle Consultancy after serving 34 years in the NHS. AppleTree Healthy Lifestyle Consultancy is Laura’s passion she believes that AppleTree Healthy Lifestyle Consultancy can give any one a positive helping hand in their life so that they can improve their health, lead an active, happy lifestyle and achieve a healthier weight.



Laura has many years of experience in weight management. Laura worked in the NHS as a practitioner, manager and researcher. She is also a published author in various journals, textbooks, and reports. She has also worked for two years as a professional advisor for the Scottish Government, helping to implement their type two diabetes prevention framework.



Dr Laura Stewart’s current venture has been planning and working on her new course, The Wellness Weight Programme. It is without a doubt that this course has been planned and prepared with the best expertise behind it as Laura has all the experience mentioned to provide the best content and support for anyone who signs up.

If you would like to sign up for The Wellness Weight Programme early bird tickets are available now at:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497?fbclid=IwAR0CLiVcm36wdtagHNyyS5XxqDFESj1UcbogYhbAFDO46u-fUoP8EwOe3Ks

Check out our latest blog showcasing our Wellness Weight Programme!

In our blog we explore the origins of the programme and how we developed it into what it is now. We also provide further detail into the contents of the Wellness Weight Programme and what participants can expect when taking part.

Follow the link to our website below to read the full blog now!

https://www.appletreeconsultancy.com/blog/our-new-wellness-weight-programme

The Wellness Weight Programme begins in January 2022, and we are really looking forward to kickstarting your wellness journey.


So, what can you expect on this journey?

Your own designed personalised, person-centred outcome with emphasis around weight and health.

We will use non-stigmatised language to make you feel confident and supported throughout the journey.

We will arm you with tools to continue your positive changes to your lifestyle in order to achieve success.


So, what does the itinerary consist of?

Session 1 – 3 hours

Expect a laidback welcome and introduction to the group, Dr Laura and the team. The aim is to create a safe and comfortable environment and a group of people all in this for the same reason.

Have a chat and set a few ice-breaker questions

Introduce workbooks and give an overview of the sessions

Everyone will consider their reasons for being here and answer a few questions that will set their goals for success. Discuss why dieting does not work and the lifestyle changes we can make to make long term positive changes.

We will look at dealing with stress and stress related eating and then move into how your mood affects your eating habits then finish up the day with a focus on mindfulness and the power of good sleep.


If you think that the Wellness Weight Programme is the right journey for you after seeing the structure for the course, get your early bird ticket now!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497


Early Bird Tickets are currently available and come at a discounted price!


We can’t wait to start this journey with you.

Is 2022 going to be the year that you conquer your health and wellbeing? Do you want to start the year on a positive path? We appreciate how difficult it can be to keep to healthy choices.



Our new Wellness Weight Programme is here to help you kick start your weight management journey. Run by leading experts in health and wellbeing who are ready to give you the support you need to achieve your goals in 2022.



Each of the two sessions run for three hours and will be delivered by experts in supporting you in making positive lifestyle changes and managing your weight.



Early bird tickets are available to purchase now. Make 2022 the year you put you first, book your tickets at:


https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

We are so pleased to introduce you to the newest offering from AppleTree Healthy Lifestyle Consultancy. The Wellness Weight Programme.


Are you looking to start your journey to a healthier weight in 2022?


If that is you, then the Wellness Weight Programme could be the perfect thing to kickstart your journey. The course will be running early 2022, just in time for a fresh start for the new year ahead.


The programme is designed to get you thinking positively about your health and wellbeing and will cover various aspects to maintaining and working towards a healthier weight.


The course will contain valuable information and examples on essential material needed to achieve your goals on your journey to a healthier lifestyle.


Watch out for more information in the coming weeks.


We hope to hear from you if 2022 is your time to make a change!


Programme 1 runs, Friday 14th January 1.15 - 4pm and Friday 4th February 1.15 - 4pm.

Programme 2 runs, Saturday 15th January 9.45am - 1pm and Saturday 5th February 9.45am - 1pm.


Book you tickets now and receive early bird discount!

Link to Wellness Weight Programme tickets:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellness-weight-tickets-189125177497

Picture credit - The World Obesity Federation