If you have ever left a medical appointment feeling dismissed, or wondered why it took so long for someone to take what you were experiencing seriously — this book sheds light on why. My notes on Unwell Women by Elinor Cleghorn.

I thought I’d kick off my first newsletter of 2024 with some reflections on busyness, stress and your bowels.

The festive season often means changes in what we eat, dealing with stressful relationships and less activity (here in the UK at least).