Rocket Fuel Wellbeing

🍎😷 "An apple a day keeps the doctor away" – but how true is this saying? If you're looking for a timely, no-nonsense, evidence-based wellbeing talk for your team this winter to add to your workplace wellbeing agenda, Winter Nutrition Essentials has got you covered! In less than 60 minutes, we’ll debunk common myths and shine a light on what really matters for supporting your immune function this season: 🦠 What role does diet play in your immune system? 🫐 What’s the evidence behind ‘superfoods’? 💊 Can supplements make a difference? 💧 Why does hydration matter in winter? As always, my talks are interactive, with quizzes and plenty of time for Q&A to keep your team engaged and informed. ✨ Inspire your team to make simple, evidence-based changes that support their health and wellbeing – today and for the long term. ++ I’m @Clemence Cleave, an award-winning, evidence-based Registered Nutritionist (MSc, RNutr) who helps organisations and individuals make sense of nutrition to support their health and wellbeing. 📩 Get in touch if you want to know more or head to my website.

I read somewhere on this platform that we tend to overestimate what we can achieve in 1 year and underestimate what we can achieve in 10 years*. Since this time of year is a moment to take stock of the past 12 months, this thought has helped me put things in perspective - especially as I was, unintentionally, 'out of service' for a few months last summer. Overall, it has been a good year, and I feel very grateful for all the opportunities that have come my way. But rather than listing my achievements with Rocket Fuel Wellbeing, I just want to say a few thank-yous! 🍏 Thank you to SENSE Nutrition for being such a fabulous community of peers. Being a freelance nutritionist can be lonely at times, and being part of such an inspiring, dedicated, and supportive group is truly precious. 🎓 Thank you to all the Life Science team at University of Roehampton, spearheaded by Adele Costabile and Yvonne Jeanes, for your trust, professionalism, and friendship. 🤝 Thank you to my partners, especially Pure Sports Medicine , The International Cancer Care Network (ICCN), and Wellbeing Partners, for opening new professional horizons to me. 👥Thank you to my clients, individuals, and organisations - you are too numerous to list here, but I’ve enjoyed every one of those 1-to-1 consultations, cooking workshops, nutrition talks, and consultancy projects I’ve worked on! I hope for many more in 2025. 🌐Finally, thank you to everyone who has engaged with me here on LinkedIn. I may have alienated a few people along the way, but I’ve made many more friends and connected with some truly fascinating individualswho’ve helped me grow, professionally and personally. ✨I wish you all a very festive and restorative break, full of nourishing foods—both terrestrial and otherwise. *I can’t remember who said this - apologies to the author of this statement! If you recognise yourself, give me a sign! #ReflectingOn2024 #SeasonGreetings #NutritionInTheWorkplace #WorkplaceWellbeing #NutritionServices #RegisteredNutritionists

👩🍳 🥗 My hands-on nutrition workshops have been getting quite a bit of interest lately - I think it’s because they tick so many boxes for what teams and wellbeing champions need today: 🤝 Bringing the team together around an unusual and fun activity 💡 Exploring a wellbeing topic that resonates with everyone: nutrition 🌱Inspiring people to reflect and make meaningful changes Plus, perhaps there’s some comfort in knowing the workshop is delivered by an experienced and friendly face (with a thick French accent!)—a registered nutritionist: me 😉 Here’s a short video showing what these workshops look like. I hope it inspires a few people out there! Get in touch if you’d like to organise something similar for your team (I'll pop a link to more information in the comments) Rocket Fuel Wellbeing 🚀🌱 #NutritionWorkshops #WorkplaceWellbeing #TransformingHealthHabits #CookingInspo #WellbeingChampions #HealthAndWellbeing

👩🍳 Just delivered the first in a series of hands-on cooking and nutrition workshops for the HR team at A&O Shearman! It was breakfast time, so - surprise, surprise - we put together a delicious, healthy breakfast. We also explored how to bridge the gap between intention and action when it comes to behaviour change. I’ll share some pictures of the event and me in action soon, but for now, here’s a sneak peek at some of the fantastic feedback I received: 💬 "A really well-balanced workshop! Interesting theory and education, plus we made a super healthy breakfast that was thoroughly delicious. Highly recommend!" 💬 "Informative. Fun. Delicious!" 💬 "You get bombarded with so much information in the media, so it was great to ‘dispel some myths’ and be reminded of what’s really important." Next week, we’re tackling lunchboxes - stay tuned! If you’d like to organise something similar for your team, drop me a message 🚀💚 Special thanks to Bells Hann for keeping the workshop running smoothly, and to Jennifer Shaw, Chartered MCIPD, Sue Hedelsen , and the entire Office Management Team at A&O Shearman for making it all happen so effortlessly! #WorkplaceWellbeing #TeamCooking #HealthAndWellbeing #NutritionMadePractical #Breakfast #BehaviourChange

💪📢 Protein is a nutrient with excellent PR - it sells products! But it’s not just hype. Protein is essential and plays a key role in building muscle (when combined with resistance training), losing weight, and improving glucose response. In the UK, most of us get enough protein. However, some groups may need to pay closer attention to their intake, including: 👨🏼🦳👵🏽👴🏾 People aged +60 🤾🏋️♀️ Athletes (amateur and pro) and bodybuilders 🩸 Those with type 2 diabetes 🚺 Women going through menopause Are you eating enough protein? Check our latest blogpost for the full lowdown on protein 👉 https://lnkd.in/eckTk-W7

📢 Meet some of the speakers joining Food Matters Live Manchester in two weeks as part of the positive nutrition programme. Taking to the main stage in Emirates Old Trafford, the expert line-up will share their thoughts on the latest science and developments shaping the future of nutrition. Some key topics discussed on this programme include: ▶ Opportunities in nutraceuticals ▶ Science and opportunities in gut health ▶ Bridging the fibre gap ▶ Spotlight on sustainable nutrition ▶ The trends driving the nutrition sector Explore the full event programme: https://lnkd.in/gFPB9qW2 Claire D. Munialo, PhD, RNutr, MIFST Louise Payne RNutr Ashley English Lewis W. Jon Walsh Holly Neill, PhD Clemence Cleave RNutr Nicole de Wit Eric Holub Indy Kaur Alex Johnstone Marjolijn Bragt Emer L. Prof Paul Gately Natalie Rouse

💪🧬 What's the deal with protein? If you’re confused by all the messaging out there, check out our latest blog post, written with the wonderful Bells Hann. Here are a few interesting facts: ⚡ Dietary protein has many functions in our body: building tissues, modulating hormones, regulating appetite, and fueling us. It’s truly a power nutrient! ⚖️ Unless you’re a bodybuilder, you don’t need to eat huge amounts of it. A well balanced diet should provide everything you need (check the blog post to see what that might look like) 📌 Some people may benefit from paying a bit more attention to their protein intake, like older adults, women in menopause, people with type 2 diabetes, and, of course, athletes. 🫘 Plenty of plants are great protein sources, and you can get all the protein you need on a plant-based diet—variety is key here! Plus, you get all the extra benefits from plants! 🔕 Watch out for marketing claims like "high in protein." While these foods may contain a decent amount of this trendy nutrient, they’re often pricier and lacking in other beneficial nutrients. Everyday foods like a handful of nuts, an egg, or a yogurt can be just as good and more affordable. To learn more, head to the Rocket Fuel Wellbeing website 🚀💚! Link in the comments 👇 #DietaryProtein #NutritionFacts #HealthyEating #ProteinMyths #HEalthAndWellbeing 

I often wonder how my message lands with you: does it inspire or sometimes feel a bit overwhelming? I know, I go on about the importance of eating a wide range of plants and share ideas on what to add to your plate, but my aim isn’t to make you feel inadequate. I hope instead to inspire you with simple, realistic ideas to make your diet work just a tiny bit better. So here’s my monthly cue to think about which different veggies you could pick up this time of year: butternut squash, red cabbage, pears, beetroot, leeks… Or maybe you’re up for trying something a bit more unusual, like: 🥬 Brussels sprout tops (pictured): These tender leaves can be simply wilted in a bit of olive oil—they’re delicious! For a little twist, add a clove of garlic and a chopped anchovy to the pan. To finish, sprinkle a few hazelnut pieces on top. 👽 Kohlrabi (also pictured): This alien-looking veggie is bit of a cross between a cabbage and a turnip, but unlike turnip, it’s slightly sweet. It’s great raw in a salad or coleslaw, or cooked. Yesterday, I roasted it with other seasonal veggies: cauliflower, red onion, and purple sweet potatoes. It was delicious! What are your go-to, quick and easy recipes for October? Share below 👇 #InSeason #EatTheRainbow #PlantBased #VegPledgeMonth #CookingInspo #Nutrition #HealthAndWellbeing

It’s hard to think of a topic with more diet misinformation than cancer ♋ —and breast cancer 💓 in particular.  So, to close off #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth , I’m breaking down 4 common diet-related claims to highlight what truly matters. 🚩 🚩 🚩🥦 🍯Claim 1: Cutting sugar starves cancer – FALSE ❌ You can’t starve cancer cells by cutting sugar - it’s too simplistic! Glucose, or “sugar,” is essential for all living cells, including our brain, organs, and nervous system. Even if you stop eating sugary foods, your body will make glucose because it’s that vital. Sure, too much sugar isn’t ideal for overall health, but the focus should be on a balanced, varied diet, not on eliminating all sugars. 🥛Claim 2: Avoid soy products – FALSE ❌ There’s a common belief that soy increases oestrogen levels due to its phytoestrogen content, which might worry those with oestrogen-responsive breast cancer. However, phytoestrogens don’t impact our circulating oestrogen levels. In fact, emerging evidence suggests that soy foods may even reduce recurrence risk. ⚖️Claim 3: You need to lose weight – UNCLEAR❓ This is a tricky one. Obesity is indeed a risk factor for developing cancer, and some weight loss may improve prognosis in people with obesity post-cancer diagnosis. But current evidence isn’t conclusive enough to make blank statements. Instead, avoid restrictive diets unless advised by your medical team, and focus on a diet rich in plant-based foods like whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, vegetables, and fruits which are known to be beneficial. 🔥Claim 4: Eat an anti-inflammatory diet – TRUE-ISH ✅ It depends on what you call an “anti-inflammatory diet.” Be cautious of diets that single out foods like gluten, dairy, nightshades, or “acidic” foods as inflammatory; evidence for these claims is often weak. However, a varied, plant-rich diet with plenty of polyphenols (bioactive compounds like those found in turmeric, green tea, tomatoes, and berries) is beneficial. That’s why eating the rainbow is so often recommended. To protect yourself from rampant misinformation around diet and cancer: Always check the source! 👀 🚨What are their credentials? Look for AfN-registered nutritionists (ANutr or RNutr) or dietitians for nutrition advice. 🚨Does it involve expensive supplements? You likely don’t need them. 🚨Does it sound too good to be true? What other claims have you heard around diet and breast cancer? Drop them in the comments! 👇 (In the comments, I’ll add a few trusted sites where you can find reliable info and fact-check certain claims.) ——— Hi my name is Clem. I’m an award-winning nutritionist (MSc, RNutr) and workplace wellbeing specialist. Give me a follow if you are interested in science-based nutrition information for your company or yourself. #CancerInformation #HealthandWellbeing #SupportThroughCancer #NutritionInfo