Products I would recommend and use

The Vitamix

This is an excellent blender to make soups, smoothies, ice cream sorbets, nut butters, nut milks in super fast time and easy to clean. I saved up for mine some while ago and have not looked back.I have gone through a number of blenders in my time, my most favourite up to that point had been a glass one, but it simply didn’t get all the bits blended. I have IBS so although i don’t have diverticulitis I try to make sure that I don’t have some fruit skins and pips and seeds.The vitamix blends out even the smallest bits into a puree. There are cheaper ones and as with most blenders it is quite noisy. I would definitely buy this (professional) one again if I had to replace it.

Aloe Propolis Creme

Propolis Creme. A rich creamy blend of aloe vera, bee propolis and camomile to help maintain healthy beautiful skin tone and texture. Excellent moisturiser which helps soothe irritation. Its great if you have a skin infection as the propolis appears to deal with that quite quickly. Its thick and best to warm in the hands before using and a little goes a long way

Recommended Nutritionist (& Trainer)

UK based, but can do Skype consultations

Paul Wilkinson at Custom-Nutrition

Although Paul is not currently taking on any new clients, he has a wealth of knowledge both in professional sports and for your average middle aged woman too. Very patient and customises your plans to your needs and abilities. Paul is also a qualified personal trainer.

Recommended Holistic Therapist

Hazel Curtis at Making Time To Unwind

For those of you who live in Sussex UK, Hazel is a fabulous and caring holistic therapist. The treatments are never rushed and you always feel very comfortable. Bookings are essential.

Hazel is also a Weleda consultant. You can order Weleda products through her website.

www.weleda-advisor.co.uk/shop/HazelCurtis

Best fake Tan remover

Well I tried a number of different methods of removing fake tan and this was by far the easiest, less messy (you can use it in the shower) and pretty cheap too. I have had mine a little while now and the only issue I have had with it is after a number of ringing out an hanging on my shower screen some of it has come away fro the side a tiny bit, but still fully functional and does the job every time. I also use it in the shower to avoid ingrowing hair, exfoliating and generally buffing the body. The skin feels really smooth after use.

Best fake tan applicator

This is really good value for what it does. I did try a few but this worked a treat. I am on my second one now. Hands stay clean and doesn’t roll around when you are applying the creams.

Best fake tan lotion

Great for a smooth natural looking tan. Go for the lighter colour but you can deepen it with additional applications r choose a darker colour to start. Smells like chocolate a little instead of the yucky fake tan smell you usually get.