Vera Martins, PhD

Hi! I am Vera, a scientist who fell in love with the healing power of nature and wanted to bring together the best evidence-based tools to help people finding true body, mind & soul balance. My unique approach incorporates Lifestyle Medicine, Naturopathy and Herbal Medicine to provide a 360-degree support.

bringing empathy and a scientific mind to tailor programmes that make a real difference

I believe our bodies are pretty amazing and have a natural ability to rebalance themselves when given the right support. So, together, we will discover how small changes can lead to big improvements in your health, and we'll figure out a plan that suits your unique needs, working towards a healthier happier you.

I offer 1:1 consultations providing a body-mind and highly personalised patient-centred approach, using a combination of nutrition, herbal medicine and lifestyle changes to help my clients feel their best.

I work with both women and men covering a range of different health issues, and have a special interest and expertise in women's health, particularly perimenopause and menopause. Whether it’s having more energy, improving gut health, managing stress, sleeping better, or simply just getting back that sense of ”feeling like yourself”, I am here to support you all along the way. 

WHAT I CAN HELP YOU WITH

HORMONE bALANCE

Female hormone balance, including perimenopause, menopause, post-pregnancy, PMS, PMDD, PCOS and endometriosis. I have extensive experience in women’s health, particularly perimenopause and menopause, including those on HRT. Hormone imbalances can affect all areas of health, from digestive health to sleep. I also work with women going through menopause after a cancer diagnosis.

Stress management

Stress-related issues including fatigue, low mood, poor sleep, digestive issues and difficulty concentrating. Hormone changes can also impact our resilience to stress. Together, we will explore the underlying triggers of stress in your life and the role of the stress hormone cortisol. Disrupted cortisol can affect sex hormones, thyroid function, weight, blood sugar, energy and sleep.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH

Digestive issues such as bloating, reflux, changes in regularity of bowel movements, and food intolerances. Gut health can also be significantly impacted by hormonal changes, particularly during the menopause transition - in fact, bloating is one of the most common symptoms of this life stage. Digestive health is at the core of wellbeing as the gut microbiota (the community of gut friendly bacteria) play a role in all areas of health, including metabolism, cardiovascular health, immunity and mood - the “gut-brain” axis.

IMMUNITy BOOST

A low immune system can manifest as recurring colds, allergies, food intolerances, and an increased predisposition to infections. Also, atopic conditions such as hay fever and eczema can be a result of a low immune system.

SLEEp as your superpower

Where shall I start? Sleep is everything, poor sleep affects our energy, mood, skin, weight, libido, blood sugar, we can not think clearly, we literally fall apart. Yet, sleep problems are so common and the reasons we struggle to sleep can change throughout our lives, from stress to hormone changes. Together, we will develop a plan to support optimal sleep, by exploring sleep habits, key self-care tools, and how foods, herbs and supplements can make a significant difference.

HEALTH OPtimisation

At whatever stage of your life, Lifestyle Medicine, Naturopathy and Herbal Medicine can help creating the foundation for optimal health and disease prevention. Learn about the foods to nourish your body and mind, the potential of herbs and the power of small shifts towards self-care that will make you thrive.

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