Rebecca J Farrington

www.rebeccajfarrington.co.uk What the French can teach us about living (and eating) well Facebook Instagram Linkedin Hi Reader Bonjour from France! I’m spending a few days with my friend and fellow health coach, Sarah, at her beautiful property in South West France. It’s the kind of place where time slows down and meals are savoured rather than rushed. What strikes me every time I’m in France is how naturally healthy the lifestyle feels. People take their time to eat — sitting down, chatting,...

www.rebeccajfarrington.co.uk Alcohol & Christmas: A Balanced Perspective Facebook Instagram Linkedin Hi Reader This week we’re continuing our “Surviving the Festive Season” theme — and today we’re talking about food. Before we begin, let me say this clearly: this is not about restriction. Christmas is a wonderfully food-centred time of year, and I’m absolutely not here to take away your mince pies or tell you to skip the stuffing. Food is joy, memory, comfort and celebration — and it’s...

www.rebeccajfarrington.co.uk Alcohol & Christmas: A Balanced Perspective Facebook Instagram Linkedin Hi Reader As we move into the heart of the festive season, I want to talk about alcohol — not from a place of judgement, but from a place of support. This is not a lecture (it’s honestly the last thing I’d ever want to do). You are an adult, perfectly capable of making choices that feel right for you, your body and your life. My aim here is simply to give you a few tools that help you enjoy...

www.rebeccajfarrington.co.uk A gentle reminder to look after yourself this season Facebook Instagram Linkedin Hi Reader As the days get shorter and the weather turns colder, many of us notice a dip in energy, motivation, and even mood. Winter has a way of nudging us inward — which can be a wonderful opportunity if we listen to what our bodies need. This week, I want to share a simple reminder: your winter self-care is part of your Health Pension Plan.The little choices you make now — how you...

www.rebeccajfarrington.co.uk Why Intermittent Fasting Has Been a Game-Changer for My Health Facebook Instagram Linkedin Hi Reader I can honestly say that intermittent fasting has been one of the best things I’ve done for my health. It’s simple, flexible, and for me, it’s made a noticeable difference in how I feel — more energy, better digestion, and far fewer sugar cravings. So what exactly is intermittent fasting? In simple terms, it’s giving your body a daily rest period from eating — a...

www.rebeccajfarrington.co.uk The Truth About Diets, Set Points, and Lasting Change 31st October 2025 Facebook Instagram Linkedin Hi Reader I want to be honest with you — over the years, I’ve consistently found myself getting stuck at certain weights. No matter what I tried, it could take months, sometimes years, to move from that point. And the hardest lesson I’ve learned? One of the worst things you can do is diet. When you restrict calories, your body sees it as a famine. Evolutionarily,...

Blackberries: Sweet Memories & Big Health Benefits. Hi Reader When I was little, blackberry season meant one thing — picking (It wasn’t called “foraging” back then 😆). We’d come home with purple-stained fingers, scratched arms, and a tub full of berries… although quite a few mysteriously vanished on the walk home. Even now, blackberry season still makes me smile. There’s something about finding them in the hedgerows that feels comforting and familiar. And it’s not just me who loves them — my...

Want to age well? Start with your surroundings. Your Home Environment - Is it Ageing You — or Helping You Thrive Hi Reader We often think healthy ageing comes down to willpower.You just need more discipline, right? More motivation? Another diet or fitness plan? But here’s what I’ve learned through health coaching — and from the longest-living people in the world:Your environment shapes your habits more than you think. It’s not about being “good” or “bad.”It’s about setting up your...

Ikigai: The secret to feeling alive at any age Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Joyful Life Hi Reader In Okinawa, one of the original Blue Zones where people live exceptionally long and healthy lives, there’s no word for “retirement.” Instead, they live by a beautiful concept called ikigai — your reason for being, or simply, the thing that gets you out of bed in the morning. It’s not just about work, or purpose in a grand, world-saving sense. It’s about finding meaning in your daily...

Weekly Newsletter Your Health Pension Plan Hi Reader What the world’s longest-living people have in common You may have heard of the Blue Zones, made famous by Dan Buettner who has written several books along with a tv series. They are five regions around the world where people live significantly longer, healthier, and happier lives. The Blue Zones are Sardinia, Italy Okinawa, Japan Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica Ikaria, Greece Loma Linda. California These aren’t places with fancy gyms or...