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The countdown is on to our Women's Wellness Retreat and we are super excited. Can't wait for our guests to see the house and experience the fabulous sessions we have on offer.
Loweswater lake and the surrounding area are just stunning, let's hope the sun shines 😃 Roll on June 22nd

Only two spaces left to fill on our June retreat...
Send a message if you would like more details...

Hello ladies in mid-life and beyond! Fancy an extra free holistic treatment and an exciting June escape?
We only have 2 spaces left on our Women's Wellness Lake District retreat June 22nd-25th and for this week only we are offering a free extra treatment when you book on. This is one for you if fancy a small group in a beautiful peaceful location surrounded by nature. Plus a tasty and nourishing menu designed and prepared daily by nutritional therapists. You will find more information below and happy to chat over any questions you may have.
https://www.natureandnourish.co.uk/june2024retreat

Local morning outing and pretty impressive for a city setting! Being in nature brings many benefits for the mind and soul and we are really looking forward to the guided walk and foraging sessions, courtesy of Cumbrian Wildlife expert Sue Thurley, at our Lakeland retreat this June. Hopefully we will be able to forage some tasty treats to eat for lunch too.
Share your favourite local walk in pictures and if you fancy joining us in June check out the link below, happy to chat over details and answer any questions.

https://www.natureandnourish.co.uk/june2024retreat

Laura and I are finalising the programme for our Lakeland retreat this June and we are really excited. Once again we have our multi-talented and fabulous co-host Claire onboard, Erica will be sweeping in bringing her usual mix of charm , knowledge and cheeriness and we also have a happy new face joining us... so a big Hello to Sue T. Sue is a qualified Mountain Leader, Nature Therapy Guide and Forager and we can't wait to join her sessions. Last year we all had a marvellous retreat and we hope to top that experience this year . Here are some of your thoughts from last year, some pics to wet your appetite...and roll on June!

"Everything was great! My heart is truly lifted. Enormous thanks to the team, you were like angels- again!"
Margaret, Southport

Here we are enjoying morning yoga on our retreat last year. Just look at that view! Delighted I am now able to get back into my regular morning yoga...its been a long absence since breaking my arm last October. Sure I now make some allowances but that's the beauty of yoga it's accessible to all even if you have aches, pains or issues. Of course you need proper guidance to be safe but other than that it's just space to lay your mat. It certainly helps you to maintain your health, flexibility, mobility and peace of mind. That's why I took it up actually to help me age well and happily and its certainly helping to bring springtime into my day. Keen to hear your go-to exercise to boost your mood and vitality... thumbs up if it's yoga!

No fear of missing out on chocolate treats this Easter. So many lovely eggs out there and here are my fave 4. But am I missing any other good choices? All suggestions welcome and all will be tried and tested with gusto..

Well this grey rainy weather was really starting to dampen my usually positive mood so I thought I would try a relaxing meditation to lift my spirits. I decided to focus on one of our Lakeland photos from our recent retreat prep trip to help me forget the moody day outside, and it worked... I feel brighter already. Even a short ten minute medation can lift your mood, help you to connect with yourself and engage with the day ahead....what tips do you have to aid a relaxing meditation ?

Fancy a free PDF copy of our Feel Great Flexitarian cookbook?
Simply follow the link below but hurry as we only have 3 copies left.
https://www.natureandnourish.co.uk/

Dramatic dawns and dusks at the moment. This is Walthamstow the other evening.So beautiful and transforms a London street..please share your local gems...

For most of us a new year brings the promise of better 'self care'...and usually by April its all but forgotten.
Our midsummer Lakeland retreat offers the right balance of reflection, activity, meditation and time in nature to help you stay 'self aware' for longer....
check us out it could be just what you need.
https://www.natureandnourish.co.uk/june2024retreat

Listen Up People!
We have 20 free PDF versions of our published Feel Great Flexitarian cookbook to give away.Tried tested and tasty recipes that you can cook with ease. Learn how to adapt and "Flex" recipes to suit all tastes -vegan, vegetarian, omnivore or pescatarian.. it's your choice..
Simply follow this link
https://www.natureandnourish.co.uk/
One click to happy cooking!

Delighted to welcome another guest on our midsummer retreat today!

Drop us a 😍 below if you're going on a retreat this year 😍

Our Lake Distrct Retreat is now open for bookings! Find out more here - https://www.natureandnourish.co.uk/june2024retreat

This is the time of year I find Intention setting the most powerful - just before the transition to spring - waking from a slower pace and seasonal hibernation with renewed clarity, energy and purpose.... (and it's also a great time to think about how to actually get more clarity, energy & purpose if that's what you're in need of!)

So this Monday evening we'll be hosting an Intention Setting Workshop, with advice from Claire on how to make your wishes become your reality. We are also super lucky to have the new moon with us, making this the perfect time to refocus on any new year plans that may have already drifted!

The class is free, but please book your place on Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/intention-setting-and-new-moon-meditation-tickets-539498553697

Looking forward to making the magic happen with those who can make it !
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They say at this time in France if you leave your car unlocked you're going to find it filled to the brim with squash rather than stolen....I am not chancing it either way.

Our neighbour dropped off 4 last week, that would keep a family of 4 going for months and there are only two of us!!

Anyhow its really kind and I do love the versatile squash. I made a lovely traditional warming soup topped with crushed walnuts (again a donation from a neighbour) and lemon zest and it did the job. It also suits a ginger and lemongrass base finished with fish sauce, coriander and lime juice.

To be fair it's an easy maintenance high yielding crop (if you are going to grow them ) and nutritious to boot. I do prefer it paired with thai flavourings and a red curry is always a favourite, though it does make a good mash too.

The joy of plant-based cooking really comes with the ease in which you can prepare and create a very healthy meal at a relatively low cost. I guess most people are aiming to explore more plant-based options this year to serve environmental and monetary challenges, and if you look around there is so much help and inspiration at hand to make the job easier.

For our retreats we have created a menu that is 90% plant based, dairy and gluten free, we had some amazing feedback last year so let's hope we achieve the same this April & October.

Check out our April offering at www.sugarfreepicnic.co.uk/april2023retreat

Could you or someone you know benefit from next Monday's Intention Setting & Meditation workshop with us? A few spaces on the zoom class left to book! See you next week x
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/intention-setting-and-new-moon-meditation-tickets-539498553697

Hi lovely ladies, we have just 3 months until our Feel Great Women's Wellness retreat begins (not wishing the summer away, but we can't wait!!)

**This might be your last chance to join as we have 1 room left**

What is our retreat all about?
A chance to soak in the beauty of the Welsh seaside with nature therapy and foraging workshops, relax in magnificent surroundings and spend your days enjoying our exciting programme. We will be there to make your stay memorable so you have the best time and get the most out of your weekend with us. We take a holistic approach to feeling great and living well and want to show you how to achieve the same, so you leave us feeling amazing with tools to transfer into your everyday life.

During your stay with us you will enjoy delicious healthy food, guided woodland walks, meditation, relaxing treatments, local foraging, yoga, workshops and the beautiful seascape of the Llyn Peninsula.

Our professional team look forward to setting you on the path to good health in the beautiful Welsh countryside while embracing nature, celebrating the power of good food and sound nutritional advice.

Join us at www.sugarfreepicnic.co.uk/retreat

How amazing has the solstice sunshine been this week? A welcome change and surefire spirit-lifter! Sunshine really can make us smile and getting out and about on a sunny weekend after a working week can really enhance mood and renew positivity. If you are lucky enough to enjoy this in nature then all the better.
Is there any better way to reduce stress and anxiety and boost your fitness and energy levels into the bargain?
Being solstice week we're being super mindful of the power of the sun in it's strongest position and “upping” skin protection - at least a factor 30 sun cream and a hat if we're out between 10 and 3pm! (We recommend low-chemical sunscreens such as Green People or Lavera)

Nature also provides us with many joyful foods to protect, hydrate, repair and nourish our skin and here are some of our fave seasonal choices:
Watercress, spinach, spring greens, asparagus, radicchio, courgette, fennel, tomato, cucumber, radish, apricot, grapefruit, nectarine and lets not forget the oily fish and seeds brigade with mackerel & kippers and sunflower & sesame.
Some lovely herbs are around too - mint, sorrel & chervil are our top picks!
We try to include all of these in our diet at this time of year.

Which one could you add in this week?

If finding the joy in nature and its bounty while replenishing your inner soul and calm appeals to you, there's still time to join us in October on our Womens’s Wellness Retreat www.sugarfreepicnic.co.uk/retreat
# llynpeninsula

Springtime joy in the Feel Great Kitchen!

Spring is a great time for making new habits and discovering new pathways. Nature is coming back to life after winter and there is a lot to enjoy, see and do. I always feel like cooking in springtime as the produce looks so inviting and just brimming with goodness and I like to try new recipes and foods.

Springtime ratatouille (courgette, aubergine, peppers, onions, tomatoes & garlic) is one of my faves and goes with most proteins animal, fish, fowl or plant based. I like to roast the vegetables and garlic (lots of it) first for about 20mins then add in the chopped fresh tomatoes (big ugly cooking ones work best) and cook for a further 30 mins, stir in fresh basil to serve. Keeps in the fridge for a few days too. Easy peasy!

Cooking from scratch is often a common aim and often seen as chore but it dosen't have to be as eating in season often means you need less time and energy to prepare the food, in fact seasonal eating brings lots of benefits and heres a few I like:

-supports the local economy
-reduces the carbon footprint of food
-uses less water
-reduces waste
-you get to know the farmer/producer

But best of all eating food at its best will taste the best and give you the best. Whats not to love?

Learn more about the benefits of seasonal healthy eating and cooking from scratch on our Women's Wellness Retreat this October on the Lyn Peninsula in Wales. Join in cooking demonstrations, learn healthy eating recipes and discover the power of good food.

love Karen xx

Retreat Info: https://www.sugarfreepicnic.co.uk/retreat

WANTED! 1 x Frazzled Female in need of some 'me-time' who'd love to experience forest bathing, foraging, great food, pampering and fantastic company for a few days this October 😄

1 place in a shared twin room has just arisen for an adventurous lady who'd love to join our retreat and 'share with a stranger!' (we promise she is absolutely lovely!)

Relax, rejuvenate and reset with us in stunning Llyn, Wales

The details: https://www.sugarfreepicnic.co.uk/retreat

Please comment below or message us now if this might be you 🤩

(And we have just 2 further rooms left if you'd like to bring a friend or book for single occupancy. This is the only retreat we're running this year - once they're gone they're gone!) 😍

One Week to go until our 'Dodge the Dairy' Cooking Demo with the lovely Elen 😋
This one is for you if you've ever wanted to make your own tasty and healthy Vegan cheese, milk or pancakes but aren't sure where to start
With 60% of people unable to digest dairy, this easy introduction to plant-based staples will show you how to make yours at home without any added nasties, but with oodles of taste.
Please share with any dairy intolerant or vegan friends & family.
Book your place via [email protected]
See you next Monday live on Zoom at 6.30pm. x
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Dodge the Dairy! Cookery Masterclass 60% of people struggle to digest milk, but many plant-based alternatives are filled with cheap ingredients and don't always deliver on taste If you've ever wanted to make your own tasty and healthy Vegan cheese, milk or pancakes, join us with Elen next Monday 28th March at 6.30pm live on Zoom for he...

⭐A HUGE Thank you to all who've purchased a copy of our first recipe book 'The Feel Great Flexitarian' so far! ⭐🙏🏼

We've been humbled by your feedback and delighted by how far our books are travelling! (Two copies posted to Australia last week!)

Thanks for emailing your photos of the recipes you've enjoyed too, it's great to see you getting stuck in. The 'Feel Great Toasts' and 'Me-Time Hot Chocolate' seem to be two clear faves so far.

We're going to extend the introductory offer for one more week, so if you haven't bought your copy yet, or fancy getting one as a gift, order at the link below with code FLEX (15% discount as a thank you to our subscribers & followers). with love Erica, Karen & Laura # # #

https://www.feelgreatformula.co.uk/product-page/our-first-recipe-book?⭐

Our First Recipe Book! | feelgreatformula Is Flexitarianism the best and most sustainable way of eating for the 2020's and beyond? Yes! If you want to: raise your intake of nutritious plant-based wholefoods while reducing processed food and factory-farmed meat - a total win-win for personal health and the planet! (Your weekly food shop may....

What an incredible start to the year we’re having! Thank you to everyone who’s already booked 1-2-1’s or a place on the 2022 Weekly Wellness Club so far 🙏😍
It's also been great to hear from many of you who’ve made progress with us in 2021 👍
We know that the diet adverts with glossy pictures of photoshopped women are doing the rounds again and that measuring ourselves against these images is usually unrealistic and can have a negative impact on our mental health
We know it’s been a tough couple of years and sticking to healthy New Years resolutions is DAMN HARD! (we aren’t perfect either!)
A big reason we struggle to stick with healthy habits at any time and why it's so easy to take our eye off the ball is because health is not just about knowing what to do, but it's all about applying that information DAY IN, DAY OUT in order to feel better and see results. Our willpower can very easily run out, our brain can self-sabotage, we can get caught up in negative self-talk and this means we’re not making the progress we’d hoped AND worse still, we put all the blame on ourselves 😞
The good news is we CAN train our brains to stick to habits efficiently and with less effort! 🤓
Our Nutritionists are all about being kind, prioritising self-care and making things feel easy, so knowing how to keep on track with your health goals, without it feeling hard or time consuming, is something we'd love to share with you.
This is why we've decided to give away 6 Free places next Monday evening on our introductory Weekly Wellness Club 2022 Workshop. Via Zoom, you can access our Nutrition Team for 1 hour as we share our tried and tested tools and give away our most effective strategies to help you make the progress you deserve.
We’ll also let you know about 1-2-1 options and programmes we’re running if you’d like to learn more and really ramp up your self-care this year.
Helping women who want to build a healthier lifestyle and feel more confident about their bodies is what we love. If you're free Monday evening, come and have a chat with us and find out how to stick to healthy habits that really work (and stop blaming yourself for diets that have failed you). Simply register for a free place below.
We only offer a few free places per year and may not run this offer again, so please register now if you'd like more info.

The Zoom call will be next Monday evening 10th January at 6.30pm for 1 hour
Places are limited, register here to make sure you get the Zoom link: https://mailchi.mp/a03942b9effb/w82h3so77a

If you think this could benefit your family or friends, please share this post, thank you.
(This offer is only open to People who like our page, their friends and family). See you soon, The Feel Great team x

Free Workshop - You're Only Human Jan 2022 Our Registered Nutritionists look forward to sharing their tried & tested techniques for lasting change with you. Welcome to the Weekly Wellness Club New Year Workshop Registration. Join Erica & Laura Live where we'll show you 3 powerful tools to improve your mood, energy & confidence and find out w...

So the New Year Diet adverts are back! We are here to tell you that doing your best is enough and that returning to your pre-Christmas healthy habits is a great first step to be proud of 👍😍 Why not make this week all about getting back into a good routine? No Crash dieting, No Guilt-trips, No Negative Self-talk, but BE kind, be gentle and give yourself a chance.

Hey, in case you missed the memo (or slept through New Years) we are now in January! Choose from these gorgeous winter veggies to keep your energy levels up and your immune system fighting fit!

A very Happy New Year from all of us!
We're delighted to be back with lots of ways to lift and support you in 2022 and will be revealing all over the coming days. We've been working on our most exciting projects yet and can't wait to share these with everyone. It's going to be a cracking year!
(P.s. here's our silliest Christmas photo - can you tell which one of us it is??)

Is it just us or is it one of those afternoons!? A quick break can help you to refocus and actually be more productive than working tirelessly for several hours. Have a cup of positivitea this afternoon - you deserve it! 😇