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Claire Toomey from Chuckling Goat

Claire Toomey

Claire Toomey is a Nutritional Therapist and Blogger at Chuckling Goat. She holds an MSc in Food, Nutrition and Health from University College Dublin, graduating with a first class honours. She also holds a BSc in Biomedical Science, an AfN Certificate in Nutrition and Microbiome Training, and a Sports and Exercise Nutrition diploma. Claire is fascinated by all areas of nutrition and health, but her passion lies in gut health. Claire believes in educating and empowering people to properly nourish and fuel their bodies, and make life-long, positive health changes.

Claire spends her free time walking, dancing, hiking, cooking, meeting family and friends – and can usually be found at the top of a mountain with her Staffy, Bruno! She is also well-travelled and loves to meet and learn from people from all corners of the world. As a lover of the outdoors and travel, Claire is passionate about offering creative solutions to be gut-healthy wherever you go!

Claire Toomey's Latest Posts

7 top tips for teen nutrition

Navigate your teen’s journey with confidence with these top nutrition tips!

How is your mental wellness connected to your gut?

Discover why experts call your gut “the second brain” and start improving your mental wellness TODAY 🧠🦠

Level up your Gut-Brain Health Smoothie with the Complete Mushroom Blend!

Have you tried our NEW Mushroom Blend? Here’s how to incorporate it into your morning smoothie!

6 ways Lion’s Mane mushroom can boost cognitive vitality

Is Lion’s Mane the key to cognitive VITALITY? Explore the benefits here 🧠🍄

The power of medicinal mushrooms🍄

13 medicinal mushrooms for a healthier YOU and one simple solution to include them all!

Spice up your Valentine’s Day with this couple’s workout

Grab your partner, turn up the music, and enjoy this Valentine’s Day couple’s workout ❤️

Oat pancakes, crepe style!

Oat pancakes, served up crepe-style! Recipe here 🥞

Winter walks: 5 reasons to embrace the cold

Discover why we LOVE a cold, winter walk ❄️

6 ways to love your brain this Valentine’s Day

Boost your brain health this Valentine’s Day with these 6 simple tips 🧠

Age-defying strength: 7 benefits of strength training for older adults

7 ways strength training will benefit your GOLDEN years 💪

What do our customers have to say about the CG Microbiome Test?

Don’t just take our word for it – check out what our customers have to say about the CG Microbiome Test service 😉

3 ways Christmas dinner IS gut-healthy

Find out how a vibrant Christmas dinner BENEFITS your digestive system 😉

5 ways to love your brain

Elevate your brain health and cognitive well-being with these EASY tips 🧠

The science of kindness: how acts of kindness benefit your health

Even the smallest acts of compassion can make a world of difference. Discover the science of kindness here ❤️

Top 5 essential nutrients for supporting a vegan diet

These five key nutrients are your bridge to a well-balanced, nutritionally rich, vegan lifestyle.

DIY natural spider repellent

Say goodbye to unwanted, eight-legged guests with our powerful homemade spider-repellent

Osteoporosis: how magnesium can help!

Could magnesium be the unsung hero mineral your bones have been waiting for?

Calm the chaos: 9 tips for coping with stress

Stress is an inevitable part of life, but it doesn’t have to control you! Our tips for calming the chaos…

The power of protein for weight loss

What’s one easy thing you can do to accelerate your weight loss? Eat more protein! Find out why here –

The original chill pill: 3 ways magnesium can help you sleep

Magnesium – your natural aid for sleep! Find out how it can help here…

Fuel up and flourish: healthy high-calorie smoothie

High-calorie, nutrient-rich and gut-healthy 💪

Chocolate Chip Oat Cookies

Gut-healthy with a sprinkle of something naughty but nice 🍫 Recipe here!

The magic of movement: 3 ways exercise boosts your gut health and immune system

Exercise is good for your insides too! 🤸‍♀️ Here’s how –

Mega Magnesium Smoothie

Nourish your body with this magnesium-packed synbiotic smoothie!

Fuel up and flourish: meal ideas for healthy weight gain

Delicious, nutritious meal inspo, to help you achieve a healthy weight gain 🥑

Fuel up and flourish: 7 tips for healthy weight gain

Fuel your body, boost your strength, and achieve a healthy weight gain!

Unleash your inner strength: 8 reasons you should be strength training

Transform your body, boost your confidence and live longer! Here’s how strength training can help…

Peanut Butter Energy Balls

Just as good as store-bought but without the price tag!

The beauty of bitters: 6 natural digestive aids

Can eating something bitter really be THAT good for you? Health benefits here!

One top tip to deal with exam stress

A stress-busting supplement for you and your teenager!

Probiotics vs Prebiotics: what’s the difference?

You know they’re good for your gut, but what’s the difference? Find out here!

Can the weather REALLY affect your mood?

Here comes the sun! Will it affect your mood? Find out here…

How to combat constipation – a step-by-step guide

Do you suffer from constipation? Here’s what you can do!

12 natural solutions for heartburn & Acid Reflux

Tips to help you combat heartburn once and for all!

Gut-Loving Easter Nests

It’s naughty but nice – and with a gut-healthy twist 😋

Shopping for plant diversity – 4 easy tips

Eating a variety of plant foods is easier and less expensive than you think…

3 FREE ways to celebrate Mother’s Day

Meaningful ways to treat your loved one – for FREE 🥰

How to combat Long Covid

Say goodbye to long-covid symptoms with these 7 nutrients 💪

Which magnesium supplement is right for you?

Find out which magnesium supplement is best for you and your gut.

Are you getting enough magnesium?

Why is magnesium so important and should you start supplementing?

Simple tips to help you get fit!

Tackling obesity is crucial to your overall health – here are some top tips to help!

How to feel the love this Valentine’s Day

How to lower your stress levels and boost your happy hormones this Valentine’s Day…

Chocolate Chip Millet Pancakes

These easy pancakes are so tasty, you won’t believe they’re good for you 😉

Should you consider an under-desk walking pad? Here’s what you need to know!

They’re ‘trending’ on TikTok but are they worth the £? Find out here!

Banana Buckwheat Pancakes

Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dessert! Gut-healthy pancakes for the whole family : )

Fajita Bowl Recipe

Packed with delicious flavours and textures, AND gut-healthy! Enjoy ; )

Beat the Bloat!

11 natural, simple tips to get you smiling again

6 easy tips to feel your best over Christmas – without sacrifice!

Leave that guilt behind and indulge yourself this season! Here are some simple tips to keep you feeling tip-top while you do…

Fix your high blood pressure, naturally!

Here’s the good news: high blood pressure is preventable. Natural fixes for you.

Do you need to eat more fibre? Meal plans here!

91% of Brits aren’t getting enough fibre. Fix it! Easy planning tool for you.

Everything you need to know about fibre

Why is fibre so important and how can you include more in your diet? Find out here!

Gut-Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese

Everyone loves it – here’s how to make it super-healthy!

Prebiotic Baked Oats Recipe

Bored with breakfast? Try this!

Are All Calories Created Equal?

Trying to lose weight? Calories counting can be confusing! We break it down for you.

10 things you can eat to help tackle high cholesterol

We’re always being told what to give up. Here are ten things you can add in.

8 natural ways you can reduce high blood pressure!

One in every three adults in the UK has high blood pressure. Here are some natural chemical-free fixes for you.

Help, I’ve got High Cholesterol! 8 Tips to help –

Do you have high cholesterol? Here’s what to do…

Are you trapped in the Sleep-Stress Cycle?

You deserve a good night’s sleep tonight! Top tips here…

Hormones – Your Secret Weapon to Happiness?

10 ways you can boost happy hormones & lower stress hormones

Gut Health Super Salad

This gut healthy salad is low GI, provides good fats and probiotics, is high in fibre, high in food diversity, and high protein. What’s not to love?

Take your Gut Health on Holidays

Your long-awaited holiday is coming up, and you want to make sure you come home feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, not sluggish and tired, right? Follow […]

Why You Should Exercise Outside this Summer

The hidden benefits of taking your workout – outside!

Creamy Prebiotic Soup

Healthy can also be delicious! Here’s a healthy hack that the whole family will enjoy.