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Monique’s priority and passion is helping you get on top of your health so that you can live your best life.

Monique is an experienced functional nutrition & lifestyle consultant with a deep understanding of functional nutrition, bio-individuality and biohacking. She uses a personalised, evidence-based, holistic and root cause approach to address a wide variety of health concerns.

WHAT I DO

Help you feel better. Everyday.

Improve the quality of your life with personalised nutrition & lifestyle guidance.

Optimising your health is a powerful way to improve your quality of life. By feeling lighter, mentally more balanced, confident, energetic and clear you are perfectly positioned to achieve your goals and live your best life.

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Years of Experience

MEET MONIQUE

Helping you live your best life

Monique is a Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Consultant with over 12 years of experience, a master’s degree in Personalised Nutrition, and certifications in Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle counselling, functional root cause diagnostic testing, nutrigenetics, gut & microbiome restoration, yoga and more.

Monique’s Qualifications

Qualifications

Master of Science in Personalized Nutrition
Microbiome Restoration Center Certified Practitioner
Certified Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Practitioner
Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner
Certified Holistic Health Coach
Registered Yoga Teacher
Certified HeartMath Coach

Courses

Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Approaches to Gastrointestinal Health
Foundations in Nutrigenomics
SIBO Mastery Program
Mastering Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Microbiome Restoration in Clinical Practice
Blood sugar & Insulin Resistance Mastery Course
3D Immune Tolerance
Hashimoto’s Institute Practitioner Training

Memberships

American Association of Drugless Practitioners
Association of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Professionals
Indian Association of Functional Medicine

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🧠 Feeling the pressure? Your stress levels migh

🧠 Feeling the pressure? Your stress levels might be doing a number on your gut—here’s what the latest science reveals!

A recent research study has identified an important mechanism through which stress impacts gut health and immunity 💡:

Your small intestinal tract (the duodenum) houses the Brunner’s glands, which produce mucus, thereby supporting the growth of gut-friendly bacteria, in particular Lactobacilli.

The Bunner’s glands are controlled by stress-sensitive brain circuits via the vagus nerve.

Under stress, signals from the central amygdala to the vagus nerve are suppressed, silencing Brunner’s glands, reducing Lactobacilli, weakening immunity and triggering “leaky gut.”

The good news: you can restore gut balance and boost resilience!

How?

1️⃣ Support your gut microbiome during times of stress

👉 Use a high-quality probiotic supplement, proven to combat stress-induced digestive issues, enhance immunity, and repair the gut lining.

2️⃣ Activate your vagus nerve with these simple techniques:

👉 Deep breathing: Practice slow deep belly breathing or try box breathing (inhale for 4, hold for 4, exhale for 4, hold for 4).

👉 Mindfulness & meditation

👉 Humming, chanting, or singing

💥 A powerful reminder that managing stress isn’t just about mental well-being—it’s also a game-changer for your gut and immunity.

Link to study: https://www.cell.com/cell/fulltext/S0092-8674(24)00779-7

#gut #guthealing #gutbrainaxis #mentalwellbeing #functionalmedicine

Unpacking functional health and why it’s so popu

Unpacking functional health and why it’s so popular right now.

This snippet is from my conversation with @drnataliawiechowski for her Mini Masterclass, Beyond Bizz: Embody REAL Success, Growth & Wellbeing. In this program, Dr. Natalia dives deep, interviewing thought leaders she knows personally and has worked with before.

For the bonus section we explore how a personalized approach to health can help tackle unique challenges and support lasting change.

#functionalhealth #wellbeing #gutmicrobiome #guthealth

Gut-friendly power packed lunch This bowl combine

Gut-friendly power packed lunch

This bowl combines high-fiber carbs, lean protein, and healthy fats to create a balanced meal that supports a smooth, gradual energy release.

It’s filled with ingredients that nourish the gut microbiome, encourage stable blood sugar, and keep you satisfied and focused throughout the day - without those post lunch dips.

Ingredients (Serves 1)

🥗 Base
1/2 cup quinoa or cauliflower rice (choose cauliflower rice if you’re aiming for low-carb, or quinoa for added fiber and protein)
1 cup mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, or kale)

🥓 Protein
100g wild-caught salmon or grilled organic chicken breast (or, for a vegan option, 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas or 1/2 cup firm tofu)

🥑 Fiber-Rich Veggies
1/4 cup steamed broccoli
1/2 cup each of tomatoes and cucumber
1/4 avocado, sliced

🥦 Fermented Foods
1-2 tbsp sauerkraut or kimchi (adds a probiotic boost)

🌱 Crunch
1 tbsp pumpkin seeds or hemp seeds (rich in magnesium and omega-3s for mood and energy)

🍋 Anti-Inflammatory Dressing
1 tbsp tahini or almond butter
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
Pinch of black pepper (to enhance turmeric absorption)
1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar (for an extra blood-sugar balancing effect)
Sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste

🍴Method
- Prepare the base layer with quinoa/cauliflower rice and layer the protein and veggies on top.
- Mix the ingredients of the dressing and drizzle liberally on your bowl.
- Sprinkle the seeds for that extra crunch.

Enjoy this bowl as a delicious and functional lunch that will power you through your afternoon without the energy crash.

#health #wellbeing #nutrition #balance #functionalmedicine #food #healthyrecipes #powerlunch #foodismedicine #functionalfood #antiinflammatory

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