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If you feeling tired, frazzled, and overwhelmed by the endless advice, in the natural health and wellness world, It’s time to cut through the noise and take back control of your health with clear, practical, and evidence-based guidance.

Our Spring Equinox Health Optimisation Programme is a 10-week group coaching program designed to help women learn the tools to reclaim their energy, vitality, and overall well-being. This program is your roadmap to understanding how to support your immune health, hormone health, digestive health and overall quality of life through practical, natural interventions.

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My name is Rachel Jessey MSc DipNT

Researcher, Scientist, Naturopath, Nutritionist and Quantum Biologist

My mission is to empower individuals to reclaim their health that is being burdened chronic illness, by bridging the gap between scientific research, medical interventions and nature's healing wisdom, guiding people to become their own health experts through integrative, holistic approaches.

Please explore my website to learn more.

Despite extensive consultations with specialists, you may still feel stuck on your wellness journey. Traditional approaches often fall short when addressing complex health scenarios, leaving you searching for a more nuanced solution.

My practice specialises in supporting individuals with intricate health challenges, offering a comprehensive approach that transcends standard medical interventions. I work with highly sensitive individuals who require a deeply personalised, integrative strategy.

Wellness isn't about fitting into a predetermined model. It's about understanding your body's distinct story.

HIT / MCAS

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Long Covid/ Post Viral Illness

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Understanding how I work

When working with individuals one-on-one, I blend naturopathic principles, nutritional science, circadian and quantum biology into a practical, holistic approach tailored to each person's life. I strive to combine complex scientific research with straightforward common sense to offer long-term, sustainable solutions for those seeking to restore their health and vitality. I believe in the body's inbuilt mechanisms, can resolve many issues on its own when provided with the right nutrients and conditions. The body cannot recover from chronic illness if you remain within the same set of environmental and lifestyle circumstances that made you sick and are likely keeping you sick...

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I have had the opportunity to collaborate with Rachel on complex disease research. Rachel has intrinsic ability to quickly grasp both biophysics and quantum biophysics concepts and then apply that knowledge to the molecular, biochemistry, and associated pathways to understand effects within diseases. She is by far one of the most effective and intelligent scientists I have had the pleasure to work with and I look forward to continued collaboration. D Hogan SpinQ Biophysics

Rachel's knowledge of best-practice and thought-leadership across multiple subject areas in her industry is reassuring to say the least. In fact, her hunger to find answers and solutions that will improve patient wellbeing, including my own, is clearly driven by a high degree of passion for results, her considerable intellect and unwavering professionalism. DR Brandcandy

Partnering with Rachel following ongoing digestive, respiratory and fatigue issues post Covid infection has been a joy. Her genuine interest, knowledge and kindness has been so incredibly helpful.

With so much information about the new discoveries in the gut microbiome and gut/brain axis it is a difficult journey to go alone, whether trying to work out what to take on board or what to dismiss. Rachel is a firm hand to hold. She has gently and sensitively guided me to take back control of my health, enabling new confidence, wellbeing and healing.

Blessings and thank you again Rachel, DR

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Garden update!

Without healthy soil vegetables and herbs won’t grow at their best - I was really disappointed that my second vegetable patch was loaded with roots and the compost hadn’t actually composted properly due to lack of ventilation and not getting hot enough.

So re-distributed what we had and restarted the compost bin (with a bit more strategy), the plan is to dig out veg patch 2 sift the soil and put something down to prevent the roots growing up through it - if you have any ideas let me know in the comments.

Friendly reminder to quit the doom scrolling in the evenings and connect with real life

There are a million and one other things you can do with your precious time on this earth ❤️💕💙

🎥 Artificial Light vs. Natural Light: What You Need to Know 🌞💡
✨ Natural Light:
* Daylight (noon): Packed with a full spectrum of colours, supporting daytime metabolism and keeping you energised, motivated and HEALTHY
* Sunset: Rich in reds as blue/green light fades, signalling your body to produce melatonin for restful sleep.
* We need more natural light in our lives to support our metabolism and tell our cells what time of day it is.
✨ Artificial Light:
* Fluorescent Lighting: ⚠️ High in green light, low in warm spectrums. ⚠️ Flickers, which can strain your eyes and cause fatigue. ⚠️ Faulty coatings can leak harmful UV rays.
* Incandescent Lighting: 🌅 Mimics sunset light with warm, melatonin-friendly spectrums. 😡 Being banned, due to climate change - despite being healthier for your circadian rhythm!
* Cool White LED Lighting: 🚨 High in BLUE light, low in red, this is the worse type of lighting for the home, especially at nighttime when they are used the most – this light spectrum disrupts body clocks and suppresses melatonin production but overall metabolism and disrupts the female hormone cycle. 👎 Not a great choice for your home.
* Warm White LED Lighting: ✅ Lower in blue, richer in red spectrums. ✅ A more circadian-friendly option for better sleep and health!
🌟 The Solution?
* Choose circadian-friendly lighting to protect your sleep and well-being.
* If using LEDs, switch to Warm White bulbs—they’re better for your body and your home.
* Check out www.blockbluelight.co.uk (I don’t use affiliate links)
💡 Light affects everything from your energy levels to your hormones—so choose wisely! 🕯️🌅
🎬 What’s your lighting setup like? Share your thoughts below! 👇

Many people are under unopposed blue light for most of the day and most of the night.

This is a major problem for many people’s metabolic health because blue light drives up cortisol, prevents melatonin from working so already you can see how weight gain, inflammation and diabetes can start without even adding food into the mix.

When it comes to mast cells there is plenty of evidence now that exposure to artificial light and low level radiation from EMF’s can contribute to MCAS and this is something that is completely missed in mainstream health care.

My courses cover everything you need to know about these topics however I will be sharing more in substack YouTube and on here

NEW SUBSTACK

I’ve make a talk that I did for the nutrition collective free for all to view. Head over to my substack or YouTube - my links are in my stories

Breaking the Silence: Women’s Health Beyond Conventional Medicine

Many women suffer silently with Histamine Intolerance and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), conditions frequently misunderstood and dismissed by conventional healthcare. The current medical approach often reduces complex symptoms to:
- Psychological issues
- Hormonal imbalances
- Prescriptions for antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications

The Reality: These are legitimate physiological conditions that require sophisticated, nuanced understanding. Women are being failed by a medical system that:
- Minimises their symptoms
- Lacks comprehensive diagnostic approaches
- Relies on quick pharmaceutical interventions

My work focuses on:
- Validating women’s lived health experiences
- Providing scientific, holistic explanations
- Offering targeted, personalised healing strategies

These conditions are not “in Women’s heads” - they are complex interactions of immune, hormonal, and cellular systems demanding specialised, integrated care.

#hit #mcas #histmaine #histamineintolerant

What do I mean when I say “charge your internal battery pack”

Did you know that our body is able to make energy over and above that of the mitochondria.

Our body has an inbuilt battery pack called plasma that lines pretty much everywhere in the body.

Negatively charged plasma or exclusion zone water creates energy by storing charge from light or other electromagnetic sources, which can be used to drive biochemical and electrical processes.

So all those biohackers talking longevity and autophagy are missing a vital piece of our quantum biology.

How do we build this plasma? See the reel

As I’ve learned more about the field of quantum biology I have gained some incredible insights, and also made great improvements to my own health.

The quantum biological principles are routed in connections and as you start to explore concepts you really get into the bones of questioning creation, the universe, ether and the force behind all that has been created.

And so again within this space so deeply routed in these principle we see a side where money can be made from people selling gadgets, biohacking tools, and supplements and it’s crazy because any benefits that would be gained can be accessed for free outside your very own front door.

To balancing electrical charges and magnetic fields to full spectrum of light it’s all there for free.

I believe that much of the chronic illnesses we see today are due to the overload of chemicals in and in our bodies and the loss of connection to our mother earth .

I don’t have multiple sclerosis
I don’t have Lyme disease
I don’t experience perimenopausal symptoms
I don’t have chronic anaemia

These are the centralised diagnoses that I have had over my lifetime that I no longer experience.

I didn’t take medicines but I took a lot of supplements but it wasn’t until I stopped focusing on my biochemistry and biochemical pathways that I dropped the supplements and headed out to heal in nature and guess what - it worked!

I have become disillusioned by the centralised powers that push on to us toxic chemicals in our foods, influencers who push unrealistic diet plans, and supplement companies making us believe our soil is depleted so we have to take chemicals to replace them!!

I work with many people with chronic illness and many don’t believe the healing powers of nature - it’s not a quick fix but it is certainly where the magic happens.

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Went for a full moon dog walk with @fritzitingle and @jake7uk with my list of manifestations for 2025.

Such a beautiful night. If you want to learn more about astrology check out sidereal astrology - you may be surprised that you’ve been aligning with the wrong birth sign for all your life…and guess what? we become what we believe therefore we can get what we manifest.

There are a number of astrological events taking place this month - the best to come is the planetary parade (25th Jan) don’t miss it

Enjoy the full moon

ps. Luckily the dog didn’t go all werewolf on me 🐺

Plug in air fresheners and industry produced essential oils and things like vaporub contain many not so friendly ingredients and can be toxic for both humans and pets.

I am always looking for safer and more eco friendly alternatives to fragrances and turning to natures offerings may also come with some health benefits.

Steamed orange peel, rosemary, clove, bay leaves, star anise and eucalyptus have been used for centuries to support lung issues, support the symptoms of colds and flu and aiding with the clearance of mucous. They also contain antimicrobial compounds.

Placing these sorted herbs in water and allowing them to simmer on your stove top releases these fragrances and compounds.

I have been using this method in my kitchen to help keep my home smelling fresh and seems to be helping clear my sinuses and lungs clear

*not medical advice
*if taking meds consults practitioner before using

2024 was a year I will never forget.

Our family experienced the loss of a very special person 💙
My boys are thriving and navigating this crazy world
My little business has thrived
My special relationships have flourished and I have let go of those that haven’t
I have learn so much and have started to teach what I know.
I’ve healed from additive patterns and behaviours
Found healing in nature

I am so grateful to have been blessed with a special life and my aim for 2025 is to stay true to myself, break through fear if and when it comes up and serve those who continue to want to learn from me.

Looking forward to whatever 2025 has in store

HAPPY NEW YEAR
It’s probably time for me to do an introduction to my instagram as it is now the start of the New Year, which is always my favourite time of year🎉

I am now in my 15th year as a naturopath and nutritionist and in that time have dedicated many hours on enhancing my skills and knowledge as well as earning my Masters in Personalised Nutrition. Since 2020, it has been an incredibly humbling experience working with some of the most complex cases I have ever seen - and in that time I’ve learned that true healing isn’t found in expensive supplements or complex protocols. 🌿

The real solution? And the one that gets the best results is getting back to basics. Sun on your skin. Fresh air in your lungs. Bare feet on the earth. Clean water. Real food. 🌱

While I’ve worked with leading UK doctors and tackled the most complex chronic illness cases, my biggest revelation has been this: we’ve overcomplicated health. We’re stuck indoors, disconnected from nature, and searching for quick fixes that don’t exist. 🌍

I’m here to help you reconnect with what’s real - practical, down-to-earth wisdom about natural living, supporting the body’s natural healing ability, growing your own food, learning about healing plants, foraging and understanding what’s really in your supplements, food, personal hygiene and home products. 🌿

I want to help simplify the healthcare space and show you that small, daily choices lead to real changes and lasting results. 💚

#holistichealth #naturalliving #chronicillness #healingjourney #backtobasics #naturopathy #wellness #naturalhealth #earthing #realfood #organic #sustainability”

‼️There is something going on in the world of nutrition and that is the heavy reliance on supplements. A multi billion pound industry that has close ties into big pharma…

The longer I research and gain insights into blood work, hair analysis and organic acids the more I am turning away from the use of supplements in clinical practice - especially when they start to become dangerous or cause “unknowing” side effects.

I am seeing the fallout of vitamin d poisoning in my clinic with new clients presenting with high calcium and phosphate levels directly related to cholecalciferol (vitamin D) supplements.

In my opinion supplements are the same as medications, both chemicals that effect the body - functional medicine is the same as big pharma, both use the diagnosis / treatment model in clinic and correct imbalances using chemicals.

The list of supplements people come to me with is quite frankly disturbing and is something I am advocating for change on.

#supplements #toxicity #vitamind #vitamindeficiency

✨ Debunking the Collagen Craze & Exploring Quantum Insights ✨

Did you know that collagen supplements might not be as magical as they seem? Despite the hype, consuming collagen doesn’t directly boost your body’s collagen production.

Here's why:
1️⃣ Breaking it Down: Collagen supplements are essentially proteins. Once ingested, your body breaks them down into amino acids, which join the overall protein pool. Any reported benefits may come from these amino acids—supporting general protein synthesis. If collagen does happen to get absorbed it does not incorporate in our collagen network - it’s a false narrative.
2️⃣ Gut Health Connection: Some research suggests collagen may benefit gut health by supporting the intestinal lining, which could indirectly improve overall well-being.

But here’s where it gets fascinating: The Science of Collagen’s Quantum Nature.
Collagen is the framework of soft tissues and organs, and its unique properties go far beyond just being "structural."

🔬 Quantum Crystals in Collagen: Collagen contains a network of crystalline structures that play a vital role in energy transfer within the body. It acts as a piezoelectric material, meaning it generates electric charges under mechanical stress. This helps explain why movement is critical for collagen health—it activates this electrical property, supporting tissue repair and regeneration.

☀️ Infrared & Sunlight Benefits: Collagen also absorbs and interacts with infrared light (like sunlight), which can stimulate its repair and healing processes. This connection underlines the importance of natural light exposure in maintaining healthy connective tissue.

Supporting Your Collagen the Right Way: Instead of relying on supplements, focus on lifestyle practices that nurture your body's natural collagen production: 
✅ Movement
✅ Sunlight (Infra Red) ✅ Nutrition ✅ Hydration & Sleep

✨ 3 Ways to Support Your Microbiome Without Popping a Single Pill ✨💊

We often think of our gut health as something we fix with supplements, but true nourishment starts with nature.

Here’s how to reconnect and help your microbiome thrive:

1️⃣ Get Outside & Connect with Nature’s Microbiome: Dirt, plants, fresh air—these aren’t just good for the soul, but they also feed your gut ecosystem. Walk barefoot, touch the soil, and embrace the diversity of microbes in natural environments. 🌳

2️⃣ Soak Up the Sun’s Healing Light: Natural light, especially UV and infrared rays, has profound effects on our bodies, including supporting a healthy microbiome. Step outside, let the light kiss your skin, and watch your body thank you. ☀️

3️⃣ Eat Locally Grown / produced Foods: Fresh, local produce has been created within your natural environment and contain nutrients, and photons straight from the earth. It’s fresher, richer, and kinder to your gut. Check out your local farms and shops and see what swaps to your weekly shop you can make 🍅

✨ Remember: It’s not always about what you take—it’s about how you live. Your microbiome is more connected to the environment than you might think. 🌍💚

Food is information - more than just nutrients

Structured or exclusion zone water has some great benefits in that it is structured in a way that can help to trap pollutants and other particles you don’t want floating around your body .

Structured water forms an exclusion zone that Gerald Pollack has been extensively researching in his lab.

Structured water has been a game changer since I bought it into my clinical protocols - especially for those who have MCAS and are extremely sensitive to any intervention.

Give it a go for a few weeks and let me know how you get on
Rx

The Solar Spectrum is made up of:

**Visible Light (VIS)**
- **Red, orange, and yellow light:
Dominant at first light heading through the morning.
- **Green/blue:**
Dominant around 10am - 3pm.
- **Red, orange, and yellow light:**
Dominant during late afternoon to sunset.

**Invisible Light**
- **Ultraviolet (UVA,UVB):**
UVA is Available most of the day UVB is available 10-3 in Mar-Oct in the uk
- **Infrared (IR):**
Dominant during sunrise and sunset but is available all day.

Red and infrared light from the sun is balanced with other spectra of light, so you are never naturally exposed to just red and infrared.

Morning and evening sunlight exposure can help you build solar tolerance to UV light, safely increasing melanin and urocanic acid to protect the skin.

Other beneficial properties include:
Infrared has been found to support the structure of the exclusion zone, support mitochondrial function, and support collagen structures.

Getting out at sunset, which is rich in red and infrared spectra, supports the healthy release of melatonin.

Infrared is available even on cloudy days, so unless you are bedbound, there really is no need to purchase a red light therapy device if you are not connecting with the sun, which provides it for free.

- #NaturalSunlight
- #Infrared
- #Sunset
- #melatonin
- #mitochondria
- #sunrise
- #FreeSunTherapy
- #circadia
- #MelaninBoost
- #UVProtection
- #redlight
- #redlighttherapy

SARS-CoV-2 Spike protein triggers gut impairment from mucosal barrier to innermost layers: From basic science to clinical relevance

This study investigates the effects of the SARS-CoV-2 Spike protein on the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, emphasising its impact on gut integrity and immune response. The research provides insight into the mechanisms underlying COVID-19-related gastrointestinal symptoms, such as diarrhoea, and presents an experimental model using murine jejunal loops to simulate these effects.

Key Findings:
The Spike protein induces significant inflammation in the murine jejunal loops, characterised by leukocyte infiltration, edema, and increased levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., IL-6, TNF-α). This inflammation disrupts the intestinal mucosal barrier, leading to impaired gut function.

The study demonstrates that the Spike protein compromises the integrity of the intestinal mucosa. This includes alterations in the expression of tight junction proteins, leading to increased intestinal permeability and reduced transepithelial electrical resistance (TEER). These changes suggest a weakened barrier function, making the gut more susceptible to further damage and pathogen invasion.

The Spike protein causes degranulation of Paneth cells, leading to reduced levels of lysozyme, an important antimicrobial enzyme. It also diminishes mucin 2 (MUC2) expression in goblet cells, weakening the mucus layer that protects the intestinal epithelium.

The Spike protein increases chloride ion secretion in the gut, which can contribute to secretory diarrhoea, a common symptom observed in COVID-19 patients. This electrolyte imbalance disrupts the homeostatic environment of the intestine.

Molecular docking studies suggest that the Spike protein interacts with chloride channels (CFTR and CaCC), potentially driving the secretory effects observed.

The findings further highlight the potential of the SARS-CoV-2 Spike protein to cause significant GI tract impairment and that intervention to support GI integrity and health need to form part of overall recovery plan.

#longcovid #longcovidawareness #longcovidsymptoms #longcovidmicrobiome

Are you ready for a digital and artificial light Detox .

DM me your email address and I will send a mailer for my next free interactive programme x

#chronicillness #histamineintolerance #mcas #longcovid #histamine #mastcelldisease #mastcells #circadianrhythm #quantumbiology #circadian #weightloss

Histidine, lack of UV and HIT/MCAS

Histidine, an important aromatic amino acid is best known in HIT and MCAS for is role in producing histamine. However histidine is also used to make urocanic acid (UCA). Histidine has a imidazole ring that is able to respond to UV light which starts to open up some fascinating mechanistic pathways.

UCA itself plays a role in maintaining optimal pH of the skin, provides moisture and provides protection to the skin against the harmful effects of UV rays. UV exposure converts trans-UCA to cis-UCA however this is where the research becomes a bit ambiguous because many papers link the cis form to cancer formation, and I do not believe this to be wholly accurate...Why.

Any studies that involve looking at the effects of UV light on human physiology generally lack precise control over light conditions in a laboratory setting, these studies tend to look at the effects of one spectrum of light in isolation whereas our natural light exposure contains both visible and non visible spectrums at the same time. This means our current understanding of UV effects on UCA and indeed countless other molecules may be inaccurate and/or incomplete.

As mentioned above histidine (UCA’s precursor) also produces histamine. This raises an intriguing hypothesis: Could UV deficiency contribute to histamine intolerance and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS)? Many people with MCAS are light and sun sensitive so stay indoors and further avoid exposure, could it be that the increased histamine is the body’s desperate attempt to capture UV light or is it trying to make and capture ultra weak UV in the body?

As I continue to look into some of the complexities of HIT and MCAS and how light/sun and nature plays into this, improving light control in research will be essential for drawing more accurate conclusions about UV exposure’s health impacts, but the morel of the story is to start to think about how to balance out natural and artificial light exposure.#histamineintolerance #mcas #longcovid #histamine #mastcells #mastcelldisease #circadianrhythm #quantumbiology #supplements #sun

Histamine Intolerance & MCAS: What You Need to Know

Key takeaways from my new masterclass:

✅Symptoms overlap: Both conditions can cause diverse symptoms affecting multiple body systems. Don’t dismiss seemingly unrelated symptoms.
✅Diet matters, but it’s not everything: While a low-histamine diet can help, it’s often not sufficient alone. Investigate underlying causes.
✅Genetic factors: Variants in genes like DAO and HNMT can predispose to histamine issues. Genetic testing may provide valuable insights.
✅Beyond antihistamines: Standard allergy meds may not fully address symptoms and requires a much more comprehensive approach.
✅Stress management is crucial: Stress can trigger mast cell degranulation. Incorporate stress reduction techniques into your treatment plan.
✅Mam made EMF and artificial light can active mast cells!! Yes MCAS is a disease of our toxic technology and light environment
✅Track your triggers: Keep a detailed symptom and exposure journal to identify personal triggers.

Remember, these conditions are complex and individualised. Always work with a knowledgeable healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment.

#HistamineIntolerance #MCAS #FunctionalMedicine #ChronicIllness #longcovidsymptoms #longcovid #longcovidawareness

Your body is constantly interacting with powerful natural forces like the magnetic fields, water, and cyclical rhythms.

The heart generates the strongest magnetic field in the body, extending beyond you and influencing your overall health.

By grounding and spending time in nature, you can sync with the Earth’sresonance, stabilizing your body’s electrons and promoting balance.

Read more in my blog - LIB

#HolisticHealth #QuantumBiology #Grounding #CircadianRhythm #SchumannResonance #NaturalHealing

The magical sunrise has helped my dog too ☀️🐕

Histamine release is controlled by circadian rhythms
Mast cell release falls in line with circadian rhythms
Histamine metabolism responds to and is controlled by light and dark signals to the brain through the eyes and the skin
Mast cells become destabilised when we are exposed to too much man made EMF.

This is why supplements, medications and diets can only get you so far.

Head to my website to learn more about these new concepts in how to stabilise your symptoms check out my masterclass

Head to my bio #histamineintolerance #mcas #histamine #longcovid #mastcelldisease #mastcells #circadian #circadianrhythm #supplements

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