Do supplements really work?

 In regards to women's health and prevention of recurring immune system issues. I feel there are a lot of false promises on the market. I searched high and low last year to avoid anymore antibiotics. 

The search continues for certain things but in this bunch I found some actual game changers. I really hope they may be able to help you too. 

Pro - Ven Women's Lactobacillus with Cranberry.  £18.99 Holland and Barrett 

These were recommended by a lovely lady in Holland and Barrett but in true honestly they didn't do much for me in the time I took them. I guess I could of taken them for a longer period of time but for what I needed they just didn't seem to make any changes to how I was feeling. They also quite spenny a spenny option. 

Wellgard - Vitaberry £16.99 with subscription lower price available. 

I have been taking these for around a month. Although I haven't had a big flare up since taking these I'm not sure if they are helping or lifestyle changes are also a factor. 

I have heard amazing things about these and obviously they need to settle into your system to really work. So I will continue to take 2 a day and hope they are helping to prevent reoccurring UTI's. 

Wellgard - Vitaflora £18.99 with subscription lower price available. 

Theseeeeee are a life changer! I can hand on heart say I couldn't do without these. 

It is now part of my routine to take one of these before I go to bed. If I don't for around 2 days. I become uncomfortable. Due to the amount of on going antibiotics and hormonal imbalances I experience at the moment. These have really saved me. 

They maintain my comfort levels and help with self confidence. 

Wellgard -  Ginger and Turmeric gummies. £15.99 with Subscription lower price available. 

Although Gummies can't perform miracles and I have been ill quite badly before Christmas. I do feel that these have really helped prevent the amount of germs I have been surrounded by at work such as chest infections, covid and sickness bugs. I managed to avoid these and I'm so grateful to these gummies as I think it was only with their help I've not ill consistently for the whole winter. 

High strength Cranberry extract Holland and Barrett £8.99 

In this instance I just think these tablets are not strong enough for what I need. I'm not sure what is but unfortunately I did not feel these tablets were beneficial to my health. They have some positive feedback, everyone's needs are different. So I think it's just a case of personal choice with these. 

Will you try any of these? If you do I really hope they can help you. I'd love to know if they do. 

Is a sober Bottomless Brunch possible?

 

Before last Saturday I wasn’t sure if being sober at a Bottomless brunch would or could be successful. 

I wanted to feel included and not miss out on the variety of drinks and flavours. As I bloody love a cocktail the process fascinates me and I think I am becoming a bit of a cocktail snob. 

It was a birthday celebration and due to health problems ive been staying away from alcohol. I was pleasantly surprised that I was given a non alcoholic bottomless brunch menu at the Cosy club in Brindley place in Birmingham. This was £15 instead of £25 PP. I thought this was pretty good value as I definitely got my money's worth. As I ordered a drink every time anyone else on the table did. I've never been so hydrated! 

To the point when towards the end when I felt I didn't need anymore liquid. 

If you think about how much a lemonade is or a J20 ect when dining out. £15 was a reasonable price for the for the collection of drinks I had. 

They came out looking just as fancy as the alcoholic drinks so it was nice to feel part of the experience. 

Any food can be added off the menu and you have your bottomless brunch session for 90 minutes. The staff were attentive and made sure we all got as many drinks in that time as we could. 

My favourite choices of booze free drinks were the Watermelon and basil spritz. 

This was so tasty and looked lovely. 

Summery, sweet and herby I had lots of these. 

The second one was the Morning cooler this was less sweet and more of a savoury and minty taste. 

The atmosphere was lovely too and due to being a really hot day the balcony being open really helped with the heat and opened up the space as sometimes cosy can be mistaken for dark. 

All in all I have come to the decision that a dry bottomless brunch can be done and be done well. 🍸🍹

Hello old friends

 

Long time no see! Last time I saw you my life was very different. I'm a different person altogether in truth. Whilst updating my about me page I noticed the version of me that wrote that last time was 27! Oh to be 27!

There was the pandemic! yeah that wasn't 2 weeks long was it? I feel like those two years changed a lot of people. Opened our eyes to what is important and now we have the chance to make up for lost time. 

I'm in a relationship that brings me happiness every day. I was given a ready made family I am completely out numbered by boys and it's so lovely creating a little life together. I live and work somewhere new. I've shed my skin and let go of a lot of things. I worked really hard turning my hobby of baking into a real life small business. It's not easy there's been tears as well as joy but I'm so proud of what Emmi's Kitchen has become and I can't wait to see what happens next. 

I've refound my love of cooking and finding new veggie alternative dishes. 

I've always loved this little blog of mine and I want to turn it into a space, where I can share the meals we create at home, all in nice easy to find categories. Aswell as our adventures, eating out and an insight into the home bakery. 

Not to mention a dash of style and beauty thrown in because that's where this all started! 

I'm so excited to take you with me! 

Turning 30

Does any 90's kid who turns 30 not refer to this film? I think not. 

So the wanting to be the life of the party but wanting to be in bed by 9pm is real. The start of grey hair, realising that there is a whole generation younger than you now that you just don't understand. Also the pre 30's panic that you haven't achieved what you were supposed to by now. All of these things are very true but.... 

The things nobody tells you about are also true. 

Such as knowing who you are more than any other part of your life so far. I've found that I am the most authentic version of me I have ever been. I know how to say yes to what I need and no to what doesn't feel right. 

I'm not afraid of what people think of my appreance. Obviously we all have negative days but I've actually embraced my 14 year old emo and let her appear once more and it feels great. 

When things get tough you definitely find out who your friends are but also friendships change. Everyone has very busy lives and the effort needs to be made on everyone's part. Although I find one of the hardest things to do as an adult is text back consistently. When you do see your friends now the time is more precious and valuable and you fall in love with them all over again. 

Being completely aware of your demons. Everyone has been through things, nobody is perfect but I'm finding being open to conversations when maybe you are in the wrong as so helpful. Also being aware of why you feel the way you do. Why those dark days have arose or those behaviours you arnt proud of seep through. Learning how to handle them and reaching out for help. One way I like to describe it is seeing the world, yourself and other people as a complete circle now. From all sides the good and the bad. Learning to let go is definitely a constant fight but taking one step at a time is progress and no matter the pace it's moving forward. 

Lastly knowing what you want in life. If you are like me patience is definitely something to work on and also not blaming yourself for being further on that you are. Although realising you are here to create your own happiness is a daunting idea but also freeing as it isn't anyone else's responsibility you have complete control over it. 

Anyone turning 30 or have turned 30 what did you learn? I'd love to know.