Testimonials

I came to Sandra because I had problems with menstrual cramps, acne on back and shoulders and teeth grinding. I had seen the GP who was unhelpful and had tried to tackle these problems on my own unsuccessfully.

Before I decided to go ahead with Sandra we had a quick phone call to discuss her approach and how she could help me. She came across extremely knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

I came to Sandra with over two years of almost constant fatigue, seizures and acne. I had been in and out of hospital for five years dealing with chronic inflammation & interstitial cystitis, but the fatigue had gotten so extreme, that I could barely leave my bed in the morning, and was falling asleep twice a day.

I had been to the doctors lots across the last two years and each time was sent away confused and demeaned- ‘you’re just stressed, it’s your mental health.’

I knew it wasn’t.

I’d tried every new diet, new supplement and new procedure to regain energy, under the sun. I didn’t eat meat, I had no caffeine, and was addicted to sugar but doing my level best to curtail it. 

Sandra was a last ditch attempt to get my life back. I had left a full time job to go freelance self employed- I was attempting to chase my dreams but this issue was getting in the way. I ate vegan, and very healthy, but had ZERO energy, and suffered from acne and hormonal issues as well.

Turns out, after looking at a detailed history, I had been destroyed from the inside by years and years of antibiotics, given to me by confused doctors for interstitial cystitis, that I hadn’t ever needed. It’s not infection, but they kept treating it as such. 

My body had destroyed itself from the stomach onwards – I couldn’t absorb nutrients anymore, my dopamine and serotonin receptors weren’t any longer firing, and I was weeks away from chronic fatigue. 

Sandra said to me, in our first session, ‘In three months we will have fixed all of this.’

I left in shock, bursting into relieved tears in the street. Finally a solution?

She was wrong, because by TWO months, I was not only totally cured, full of energy and healthy, but also PREGNANT, which I didn’t think would be possible!!

THANK YOU Sandra!! 

IW, Brighton

I had been suffering from very bad period pains for a long time, ever since my periods started, when I came to see Sandra.

I was diagnosed with Endometriosis while having surgery at age 25. I had been to see many doctors and was prescribed lots of different drugs and treatments, including painkillers, pills, hormone treatments and surgery. But nothing seemed to improve it and I was in crippling pain every month. I was also suffering bad nausea every month.

With Sandra’s plan I followed a diet and started taking several supplements. She advised specific foods to eat a lot of (and ones to avoid).

I have had a drastic improvement since following the plan. My pain and nausea has massively reduced. I have also had additional ‘side’ benefits – lots of people have commented, unasked, on how my skin looks clear and glowing, and how shiny my hair is! My appetite has become more stable and I feel generally more healthy too. The plan has been an effort for me but it has definitely been worth it.

I feel much better able to manage my life, work and activities when I have my period now – I don’t have to miss out.

I really believe that seeing Sandra has changed my life.

PG, Brighton

I’d been living with persistent psoriasis for a decade or so. I’d become complacent, but when I started developing arthritis (which I assumed to be psoriatic), I decided to do something about it, and a friend recommended Sandra.

After my first consultation, which was an enlightening experience in itself, she recommended a strict eliminatory diet and a course of supplements, as well as other things to reduce stress and enhance health like phototherapy.

Sticking to the diet has been in turn both surprisingly easy and deeply frustrating. But Sandra has been excellent at keeping me in a positive frame of mind and helping me see the progress I’ve been making, so I don’t lose motivation to keep going with the diet and supplements regimen.

It took about four months to see really substantial improvements, but it’s been worth it, as my scalp has not been this clear since the psoriasis started, and the arthritis (which turned out to be unrelated to the psoriasis) has eased significantly.

In the process I’ve also learnt a lot about my own optimal health, thanks to Sandra’s warmth, enthusiasm, and her ability to relate to my own situation and explain some of the complex and interconnected ways that metabolisms work.

DF, BRIGHTON

Since having had my children, my hormones were all over the place and my mood swings were out of control. I did not recognise myself or my actions throughout certain times of the month and after a while I finally plugged up the courage to go and see my GP to talk about the symptoms I was experiencing.

The help which I was offered was one of three options:

1) To take the mini pill
2) Go onto anti-depressants
3) Have the coil fitted

Neither of which I wanted to do, as I figured that these would mess even more with my hormones, give me side-effects and not solve the underlying issues. After some research I found Sandra and we ended up having a telephone consultation to see, if she could help and if we would “click”.

I am so very glad I made this phone call, as we ended up meeting and having a total of three face-to-face consultations.

Quite frankly it changed me; my outlook on life; my hormone imbalance. It also gave me an immense insight into nutrition and how important it is to eat healthily and keep a balanced life-style.

I was the constantly tired and grumpy mum, who was constantly snacking and having frequent energy crashes throughout the day, which resulted in me being snappy and quite frankly unpleasant to be around.

I didn’t realise how my food choices affected my energy levels and hunger. Sandra helped me put a nutritional plan together, which allowed me to have stable, steady blood sugars and well-regulated insulin levels throughout the day.

From a sugary diet, I changed to a more protein based, healthy fats and low carbohydrates diet. Combined with the right supplements, this changed me within just three to four weeks. The impact was huge.

Knowing what triggered the hormone imbalance and what I needed to do to balance it out again, was the biggest part of the jigsaw. Finally, I was able to take back control.

I cannot thank Sandra enough for all of her help and input and would recommend her to any woman going through difficulties with a hormone imbalance.

TG, BRIGHTON

I have enjoyed working with Sandra who has helped me look at my overall health in a new way. With her guidance I changed what and when I eat and have lost a stone and half in weight (9.5 kg). Even when I gain weight slightly (e.g. over the Christmas break) my weight soon returns to its new low value.

My GP was surprised to see that my cholesterol had reduced markedly to the point that he was no longer pressing me to take statins.

Before I worked with her I was taking pills to reduce my blood pressure. I no longer take these as the change in diet and the use of food supplements has had success in keeping my blood pressure down.

DH, BRIGHTON

I turned to Sandra after several visits to my GP about general health and hormonal issues proved fruitless.

I was already aware of the benefits of nutrition in helping address my symptoms, and I was particularly keen to consult a Functional Medicine practitioner.  So I was absolutely delighted when I found that Sandra ran a clinic locally to me.

I pre-booked three consultations with Sandra and my first session was remarkably uplifting.  I suddenly had someone who really understood my health concerns, asked me all sorts of valid questions, and supported me as we talked about difficult issues that were impacting on my general health and wellbeing.  At the first consultation Sandra recommended a diet and supplementation plan to get me through the initial stages of my move to better hormonal (and mental!) health.  Sandra also made several pertinent suggestions outside of the diet/supplementation programme, including methods for addressing anxiety and stress levels.  There wasn’t one avenue that she could not explore.

And… it worked!  Within a short space of time many of my symptoms had diminished or vanished altogether.  I felt better and I slept better.

Sandra’s knowledge and advice appear limitless, her solutions are practical, and her approach is flexible to your needs at the time.  Sandra’s energy, professionalism and desire to help people is a real credit to her and a huge benefit to her clients.

From my experience of having consulted Sandra, I have no hesitation in recommending her.

MH, BRIGHTON

When I first started seeing Sandra I was suffering from migraines, bloating and I was carrying more weight than I wanted to. I was amazed at how quickly my weight started dropping and soon my migraines all but disappeared. I have also developed a much better relationship with food after following her diet recommendations. I highly recommend seeing Sandra if you’re struggling with any number of ailments. She’s always helped me feel at ease and in very good hands!

KC, LONDON

I’ve started to see Sandra in the last month for a variety of reasons, one of the main ones being digestive. She’s warm, thorough and empathic, with no judgement of life lifestyle or what I was eating! I’m already feeling much better and very much supported in my journey to feeling my best self. Looking forward to my next session with Sandra – thank you!

GS, BRIGHTON

Sandra came highly recommended to me from a friend

I finally found expert support and will to understand my issues rather than being fobbed off with “it’s just how you are” or with antibiotics as I had been in the past by health professionals. The psychological benefit of not feeling that maybe I’m just a bit freakish was significant

I also underwent tests that I would have never otherwise considered. These helped me understand the importance of cholesterol, which has led to a firm change in my diet (i.e. eating [hen-friendly] eggs). Sandra’s experience in cosmetics has also left me with better skin. And, the supplements Sandra prescribed were carefully selected with detailed and clear explanations as to the intended effect of them all. These have helped reduce my number of loose stools.

I was relieved and grateful for the effort Sandra put in to working with my diet choice (vegan) rather than seeking to eliminate it. I really appreciated the time Sandra put into researching the what’s, why’s and alternatives that would work for me. Also, overall, Sandra’s attention to detail was noteworthy and confidence-inducing.

I would recommend working with Sandra to all my friends.

AV, BRIGHTON

Having led a relatively healthy life, I have been plagued in recent years with multiple health issues in rapid succession. This was coupled with a high stress job, huge weight fluctuations and rising blood pressure. I was on multiple prescriptions and my quality of life was in a mess. I wanted to spend more quality time with my wife and two young daughters, and do my best to remain healthy for them into the future.

Having failed miserably to get a handle on things I sought Sandra’s help. I guess I was a little skeptical at first, but I was desperate. However, I walked away from my first consultation with Sandra full of energy, hope and motivation. Her knowledge and enthusiasm had bowled me over, and my partner and I set about immediately following her advice to the letter. The results were incredible. Even my GP was amazed. Within just 4 weeks from starting my protocol my body had gone through a total reboot. I was, and still am, feeling great.

I have returned to the clinic for numerous consultations to tweak some bits here and there as I learn more about myself and my good and bad behaviours, learning more about looking after myself better in the long-term. My partner and daughters are also delighted with the outcomes. I have been recommending Sandra’s clinic to everyone I know. I simply cannot recommend it enough. It has been truly life changing and inspirational.

I have gone from being a hopeful sceptic to an evangelical convert. Sandra knows how to make your body work for you again. I would be happy to speak to anyone about my experience.

SB, HAMPSHIRE

I was recommended to go see Sandra after struggling with tummy issues for quite a few months. I’m so glad I did!

She’s a lovely and very knowledgeable person and gave me a tailored service specific to my needs and symptoms (something GPs just don’t have the time to do).

I was a little sceptical at first but within a few weeks of following her routine and take the prescribed supplements, my issues cleared right up.

RM, BRIGHTON

Sandra is an absolute star. She helped me regulate and balance my stress levels. Only 4 weeks in and I am feeling a huge difference with my digestion! My husband says thanks for giving him his wife back.

DL-LONDON

My experience of working with Sandra has definitely been a positive one.

Having been on the pill for many years I reached out to her for help with the aftermath/withdrawal of coming off the pill which for me included symptoms such as, acne, fatigue and inflammation. I had been under the impression I had PCOS for many years, diagnosed by doctors when I was 15, which was partly why I went on the pill in the first place, we found that I no longer had PCOS, a huge relief and I was also surprised to find that being off the pill the regular back/neck pain I had been experiencing reduced dramatically. Since working with Sandra and developing a diet to suit me, my skin has been a lot clearer and I now have the knowledge and tools to make good decisions to support my body in particular my skin and pain management.

For anyone struggling with similar issues I would definitely recommend Sandra, as long as you are prepared to change long term habits and take on positive new ones you will find this an empowering experience.

I reached out to Sandra because of weight loss, the complete opposite of most of my friends diets! The diet my GP had advised for me to be on was clearly not working and I was struggling to gain weight (been trying for 2 years!). Although this is not a common issue for Sandra, she has such a wealth of knowledge in the nutritional field that she knew just what I needed to change in my diet and after my first consultation with Sandra, and adhering to her advise regarding my diet, I gradually began to increase in weight. I love the way she explains exactly how our bodies work, and what they need to process the foods we eat. Now, 4 months later I have gained 6kg and am still gaining weight.

Another issue I had was joint pain in my knees and hands, Sandra encouraged me to try out some supplements that she knew would work and the pain has more or less gone, blooming marvellous. I will continue with Sandra’s advise and feel comfort in knowing that I can always reach out to her for help. Thank you Sandra, I could not have done this without your help and encouragement.

Working with Sandra was one of the best decisions I ever made. I found Sandra online in my quest to heal many years of burn out, pretty severe hormonal imbalances after coming off the pill, and long covid. I was a nervous wreck, an insomniac, all of my hair had fallen out, and my skin was constantly flaring up with hormonal spots. Sandra supported me back to health, her knowledge and expertise is one of a kind. After a month of working together, I could finally sleep, my hair was growing back, my hormones began to calm down and my long covid symptoms eased! I learnt so much about my body whilst working with Sandra, she really takes the time to listen and she is an absolute joy to work with. Not only is she an amazing Functional Medicine practitioner, but also a lovely person. I have recommended her to all of my friends and family and will continue to do so – thank you Sandra!

I have suffered chronic (and debilitating) migraines from early childhood and I was keen to find a local functional nutritionist who had experience with helping people with this condition. I found Sandra on an internet search and I am so glad that I did as she has so helpful and knowledgeable about a range of topics. Sandra is very approachable (all our appointments were online), she takes time to really listen to the issues and symptoms being described and provides a rationale for her recommendations. Whilst they haven’t completely disappeared, my migraines have significantly reduced in both intensity and prevalence and my nutrition is much better as a result. I have already recommended Sandra to friends and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone else who is seeking help from someone who understands and adopts a functional approach to health. Many thanks Sandra for all your support.

From my young client:
I was diagnosed with psoriasis last year and my parents and I went to several doctors for treatments and in return I was given lots of topical prescriptions such as steroids. We tried these steroids on my skin and the recovery was spectacular , until later on we realised as soon as we stopped applying it on my skin, it would just get worse. That’s my parents decided to find another route of treatment, a functional, natural way of healing psoriasis, and there we found Sandra. We began the course of treatment last December where I was prescribed some supplements and had to cut out nightshade vegetables, gluten, dairy, sugar, and all processed foods from the supermarket, from my diet. This diet was probably the most difficult part of the treatment and was extremely hard, however it was certainly worth it. The course of natural treatment with Sandra lasted 7 months, where at the beginning my body was covered with patches of psoriasis, on my arms, legs, stomach, and even face, that I felt completely hopeless. And now I am happy to say I am psoriasis free! With there being no spots of red scaliness on my skin but just clear beautiful skin. Without Sandra I would never have been able to come this far in my psoriasis journey and I owe it all to her. Sandra was so nice and helpful to me, always offering recommendations on what to do and she is so easy to reach out to if I ever needed to ask something in between the treatments. Now, I can almost eat anything I want, my supplements are decreasing and I am back to my normal life. I would definitely 100% recommend Sandra to those who are struggling with the same problem as I was.

From the parents:

My daughter (13) came to Sandra in December 2020 with a very bad outbreak of psoriasis on her body and seborrheic dermatitis on her scalp and forehead.We were very despondent at this point because the medicines (basically steroids) prescribed by both her GP and Consultant had offered some temporary relief but as soon as she finished the course of treatment her symptoms returned and became even worse

From the first meeting Sandra reassured her that as long as she carefully followed her protocol of very strict diet, supplementation and lots of rest she was vey confident that she could help her. Sandra was able to make an immediate connection with her and for the first time in months we sensed that our daughter felt that she could and would get better

To be perfectly honest this is not an easy protocol particularly for a teenager because they basically have to give up all the goodies they enjoy and keep to a diet free from gluten, dairy, sugar, processed foods etc etc.The important thing was that Sandra was there for my daughter every step of the way with regular monthly meetings and always being available when we needed help or advice on anything

The result was that after the first 4-6 weeks we started to see the first signs of improvement that quickly accelerated with each passing month. By the third month it was obvious to us that she was going to get better and by May her skin was totally clear. It was just amazing

I can honestly say the without Sandra’s help and guidance my daughter wouldn’t be where she is today.She is back to being the happy teenage girl that we all love

It is difficult to express what a wonderful job did for her and we cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone suffering similar autoimmune problems

Once again thank you so much Sandra

I am so happy I was recommended to contact Sandra. I didn’t know how my life would change until the day I was referred to her. From the care and consideration that she’s exhibited in gathering information about my health history to figuring out what interventions would help me not just get through the day but for life. Sandra has been nothing short of amazing at getting to the root cause of my health issues, which included gut issues and PMS, when other functional doctors suggested short term measures.

A wealth of knowledge and not afraid to challenge the usual ways that other naturopaths have doled out treatment for my hormonal challenges, Sandra knows her stuff. Every week from the first, I’ve continued to feel better and better and have discovered what I’ve always felt to be true for me: that it is possible to feel like my healthier more energetic self again after being so far away from optimal for so long. It has been and continues to be such a blessing working with Sandra.

Forever grateful to you Sandra!!

I contacted Sandra because I suffer with Ulcerative Colitis and had been on Infliximab infusions for over a year. I was still suffering with constant pain and frequent bowl movements but I was now also suffering with side effects from the infusions. I started seeing Sandra just as the hospital agreed to stop the infusions, which was a great support as I was offered no ongoing care by the hospital.

Sandra devised quite an extreme diet plan with supplements for me. This was due to the extent of my condition which had hospitalised me for 2 weeks with a threat of bowel removal.

I found the diet challenging at first but I continued to stick with it as I felt bowel removal was not an option. My symptoms continued to improve over the next few weeks. Only 3 months later I’m symptom free and feeling happy and relieved. I know that I will have to continue with my new caveman diet in order to maintain my health, but overall it has changed my attitude towards food. For this I am extremely grateful to Sandra for her support and guidance and I would thoroughly recommend her.