Gillian Hamer BSc DipCNS AoR, is a highly regarded and fully qualified and registered nutritional consultant, reflexologist, and Reiki practitioner, who specialises in providing personal health and nutrition advice to NHS and private patients, as well as to companies.
(Evening Standard)
Gillian is experienced in giving nutritional advice which may help in treating a range of conditions including:
- Arthritis
- Candida
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
- Fertility problems (trained in the Foresight nutritional programme)
- Pregnancy
- Hormonal imbalances including PMT, menopause, adrenal and thyroid problems
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Lack of energy
- Fuzzy headedness/brain fog
- Stress conditions including irritability, mood swings and disturbed sleep
Each programme is designed specifically for the individual and may include any of the following:
- Nutritional advice, looking in detail at your diet as well as possibly adding supplements
- Reflexology, possibly incorporating some Reiki within the treatment
- General information about life style and exercise plus strategies to help reduce stress
Gillian explains: “I completely understand that, for many people, making those all important changes to diet and lifestyle can be especially difficult during a recession when they may feel anxious and tired, and have little energy to cope with all the extra challenges facing them.
My approach is to discuss with each patient what is realistic and achievable for them individually; this strategy can then be “tweaked” at follow-up consultations as and when necessary.”
Sarah Stacey – Health Editor, Mail on Sunday YOU magazine
‘I feel extremely confident in recommending Gillian as a knowledgeable and caring practitioner. Patients appreciate the fact that Gillian’s consultations are not only informative but also friendly, relaxed and supportive. I love the fact that she takes as much time as people need and is so approachable.’
Kathryn Marsden – Author of The Complete Book of Food Combining and Good Gut Healing and many others
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