I was struggling with ADHD, low mood, weight gain, poor gut health, and early signs of chronic disease - including high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and a fatty liver. I wasn’t sleeping well, I was reacting to different foods, constantly bloated, and retaining water - all signs of chronic inflammation that weren’t being fully addressed.

At the same time, I was trying to support my neurodivergent son, who also had gut issues and other health concerns. As I started to explore his health timeline using the functional medicine model, I could clearly see how early life events and environmental triggers might be contributing to his symptoms.

That’s what sparked my deep dive into lifestyle and functional medicine—first for my family, then for my patients.

I realised that while the NHS excels in many areas, it’s simply not designed for root-cause medicine. I knew I needed to find a more sustainable way of practising—one that allowed space to listen, investigate, and build meaningful relationships with the people I care for.