Lush Smoothie in Buckley to focus on health and wellbeing
Over 12 months later, she opened a women's-only gym by the same name, in Buckley town centre. The Aspire to Inspire 24-hour gym now has 190 members.
This weekend the 40-year-old, who is also a menopause coach, is opening her latest venture, Lush Smoothie.
Read more: Flintshire business with prom 2026 in its sights!
Located upstairs above Aspire to Inspire on Brunswick Road, the smoothie bar will have natural goodness at its heart.
Kat said: "It's about promoting health and wellbeing, offering a healthier alternative to the people of Buckley.
"It is all made fresh, using natural products, and can be tailored to individual requirements too, such as no nut products.
"As well as fresh fruits and vegetables, we have collagen, a variety of honeys and selection of milks.
Read more: 'We're humbled' - Meet the winner of best deli, butchers, farm shop 2025
"We hope to bring some seasonal editions to the menu throughout the year too."
As well as the smoothies, such as Detox Delight (spinach, apple, celery, lemon and ginger) and Hormone Harmony (mixed berries, Greek yoghurt, chia seeds, maca powder and coconut water), Lush Smoothie will offer 'wellness shots', including Immunity (carrot, ginger, turmeric, pepper and orange).
Over a series of feedback from taster events, Kat has managed to help pin down recipes that have great flavours and texture, as well as offering value for money.
Lush Smoothie, which includes 'chill space' area with seating, opens officially on Saturday (May 31) at 8am.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Daily Mail
3 hours ago
- Daily Mail
The life-changing lemonade formulated to improve your gut health is now on sale: 'I have more energy, sleep better, AND feel more regular!'
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more 'Wellness' is one of those buzzwords that sounds really intriguing but is decidedly challenging to master. It's different for everyone, but the general idea is to feel better overall. For many, improving digestion and immunity are fast tracks to that end. If yours could use a boost, the Daily Nouri StayWell Digestive and Immunity Drink Mix could be exactly what you need. This delicious powder blend is an easy solution if you're ready to improve your gut health and get the nutrients you need. It's available for a reasonable price point at Amazon, too. While it retails for $39.99, it's currently marked down to just $32.98. Each pouch contains 30 individual packets, so it breaks down to just a little over a dollar per day. Daily Nouri StayWell Digestive and Immunity Drink Mix Enhance your wellness routine with this tasty lemonade drink mix that packs a punch! With a combination of probiotics, prebiotics, gut-supportive L-glutamine, immune-boosting colostrum, and a blend of vitamins, this is the ultimate everyday lift you may be missing. It not only tastes great (and can be stirred into water, smoothies, or juices), but it's also a great value with 30 sachets per package. Save 18% Shop Given that everything seems to start in the gut, it makes sense to start there. You'll know if it's in need of a little help — you may feel sluggish or have bloating, abdominal pain, or nausea. And those symptoms usually tend to get worse the longer you leave them. Fortunately, making StayWell a part of your regular routine is easy. Just stir it into your beverage of choice (ideally water, juice, or a smoothie) to instantly revive your system with powerhouse ingredients. Each serving combines probiotics with prebiotics (which basically fuel your good bacteria), along with colostrum, L-glutamine, and essential minerals like magnesium, zinc, and manganese. The formula also contains a solid vitamin lineup including C, D3, and B-complex. All of these agents complement each other. While the probiotics support your microbiome balance, the prebiotics ensure that they have what they need to thrive. L-glutamine, meanwhile, thrives on your gut's integrity, helping maintain the foundation that everything else is built upon. Colostrum provides a natural immune boost, and the vitamin blend covers those daily nutritional gaps that you may otherwise miss in your diet. StayWell tastes good, too — no need to worry about the unpleasant chemical flavor or chalky sensation that often accompanies powder supplements. This stirs in nicely and adds a pop to any drink! 'I have been drinking it for a week now and I can feel and see the difference in stomach bloat and sometimes indigestion,' reports one thrilled user. 'It helps with that.' Another shared the incredible broader benefits they've experienced. 'I love the taste,' they wrote. 'I have more energy, sleep better, and feel more regular.' The convenience cannot be overstated. You never have to worry about measuring out the right dose, and it's so easy to tuck a few into your desk drawer or bag so they'll be ready wherever you might be. Who wouldn't be wowed by the possibility of a smoother moving gut and an easy transition to a more vibrant immune system? The Daily Nouri StayWell Digestive and Immunity Drink Mix is formulated to deliver the best of the best so you feel your best.
Wales Online
6 hours ago
- Wales Online
I lost half a stone after trying the Mediterranean diet for a week and one food stood out
I lost half a stone after trying the Mediterranean diet for a week and one food stood out The Mediterranean diet is often discussed online, and the benefits seem to go beyond weight loss, and the diet is simple, and doesn't require you to cut out any foods, writes Matt Jackson Matt holding a chopping board with an open sandwich on. (Image: Reach) The Mediterranean diet has been creating a buzz on social media, with claims that it can aid weight loss and combat diabetes, and Trendswatch Content Editor Matt Jackson recently decided to give it a go and find out for himself if it really works.... Based on the cuisines of the mid-20th century Mediterranean nations, it involves reducing the likes of refined sugar and eating a more plant-based diet. That means plenty more vegetables, fruit, beans, nuts, whole grains and healthy fats such as olive oils. The diet plan also features a good amount of fish, with poultry, dairy and eggs limited to a few times a week. Red meat can be eaten on an occasional basis, as the plan is not meant to be overly restrictive. Having written stories discussing the benefits of a Mediterranean diet, I was curious to see how it would impact my own body. As a 32-year-old journalist I try to stay healthy, I run multiple times a week with my running club, and play weekly football. But I'd been keen to lose a few pounds (or kilograms if that's the way you operate). So I grabbed myself a meal plan – I knew I'd never stick to it entirely, but it made sense – and decided to do a week on the Mediterranean diet. Stay informed on the latest health news by signing up to our newsletter here The first thing I noticed was that "sugary drinks" were considered a no go. Now, I already don't drink sugary drinks, but I figured this included artificial sweeteners too, so my beloved zero sugar colas that replace coffee come afternoon had to go, instead replaced by the refillable water bottle throughout the day. Seabass with vegetables in a white bowl (Image: Reach) Article continues below With my plan formulated, it was off to the shops, armed with a list and a sense of intrigue. I soon, however, hit a stumbling block. I'd picked my meals with enthusiasm, jotted down the ingredients, and then not actually considered how readily available they'd be in my small Cheshire town. How hard can edamame beans be to find? An ingredient on my first meal of the week – Salmon and Mediterranean veg. As it turned out, they were a step too far, and having visited three different supermarkets, I abandoned hope, and just substituted them for something else on my list. My meal plan suggested batch preparing breakfasts and lunches, which I think definitely helped, particularly working from home, where the temptation is to sit at your desk for long periods at a time. My breakfast for the week - yes week, for pure convenience - was cinnamon roll overnight oats. Enjoyably straightforward, made by chucking your oats portion, fat-free Greek yoghurt, cinnamon, vanilla essence, and oat milk into a container then mix together before popping in the fridge overnight. Another early sign I spotted were snacks. I'm not often a snacking person but there were nuts, clementine, pears, and a variety of fruit and nuts on the menu. It was enjoyable, and a nice bridge between breakfast and lunch, but not something I was entirely used to. Nonetheless, I admit that keeping yourself fuller throughout the day does help stave off any cravings, including diet soft drinks - which have themselves been in the spotlight lately. I did manage to batch-prepare some lunches. I opted for a "super food salad" consisting mostly of grains - quinoa - kale, lettuce, beans, and sliced chicken for the protein boost at lunch. Having something I could just grab out of the fridge at lunchtime was simple and fantastic. Even as someone who spends a large portion of their life working from home, you still don't want to stand at the fridge scratching your head come lunch time. It meant my evening meals could consist of a fish-based dish often with plenty of vegetables with the occasional pasta accompaniment - wholemeal of course. Harissa prawn pasta using wholemeal spaghetti was one of the week's food highlights - and was a quick after work dish (Image: Reach) While the diet took some getting used to throughout the week, and I will confess there were some disasters with a piece of fish that almost caught on fire, several missing ingredients, and one tomato mishap, I think it went well. And although I had no real expectations, at the back of mind, I thought I'd like to see at least a few pounds off on the scales. To my surprise, however, I found myself 3.4kg (7.5lb) down at the end of the week compared to the start. While you always expect a bigger loss after tightening up your diet initially, I didn't quite expect that level - especially not considering I thought my diet was relatively healthy for the most part. Having finished the week, I definitely think there's some take homes to be learnt. Pre-preparing meals at breakfast really helped ease into the day, adding a healthy, natural snack and water reduced the desire for "ultra-processed" soft drinks, and making lunch took away the desire to "nip to the shop" for a pre-packaged sandwich when there was "nothing in". The one food that surprised me the most When I saw houmous was among the items to feature quite heavily on the meal plan, I have to admit I was slightly hesitant. I'd tried it once, back in my student days, and wasn't the most impressed, but here I was, staring at a meal plan that included it daily in my lunch, and with a baptism of fire with a houmous-based sandwich as the very first meal of the week. I must say though, it did win me over. It offered a solid option for bulking out that daily salad, worked well with the mashed avocado. I can definitely see myself including more of it into my diet going forward. Typical daily meal plan on the Mediterranean diet A salmon and Mediterranean vegetables dish (Image: Reach) Breakfast - Cinnamon roll overnight oats with walnuts and blackberries - 453 cal Morning snack - pear and an easy peeler - 104 calories Lunch - chicken super food salad - 546 calories Dinner - Roasted salmon and vegetables - 422 calories Total calories - 1,525 What to buy on a Mediterranean diet Walnuts in a tub (Image: Reach) There were definitely some staple ingredients whatever diet plan, website, or book I read about the Mediterranean diet. These included: Olive oil Fish Beans and pulses Nuts - walnuts were a hit! Grains - I stuck to mostly quinoa but a good number of recipes out there used cous cous too! Herbs and spices - for that flavour kick Healthy fats - avocado, olives etc What the NHS says about the Mediterranean diet The NHS recommends following a balanced diet if you are looking to lose weight. This includes having five portions of fruit and vegetables per day. Article continues below According to the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, there are many benefits that come with following a Mediterranean diet. These are: Weight loss – plants are naturally lower in calories and high in fibre, which helps you feel fuller for longer Reduced risk of having a heart attack or stroke – replacing saturated fat, found mostly in meat and dairy, with healthier fats in nuts and olive oil, lowers your cholesterol levels. This is good for your heart and blood vessels Diabetes – eating a diet rich in plants can help prevent type 2diabetes. For people with diabetes (type 1, type 2 and gestational), it can help lower blood glucose levels and may allow them to reduce their medication Reduced blood pressure Lower risk of developing certain cancers - bowel, breast, prostate, stomach, bladder, head and neck, lung and pancreatic cancer Lower risk of developing dementia Better balance of good gut bacteria, which can lead to better digestion Improved mood and mental health Environmentally friendly – Mediterranean diets have a lower impact on the environment due to lower greenhouse emissions, and less land and water use
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Daily Mail
This is everything I eat in a day as a gut health scientist on the Mediterranean diet
A gut health scientist revealed exactly what he eats in a day on the Mediterranean diet - and why it could transform your health. Jordan Haworth, better known as Mr Gut Health, has made a career out of understanding digestion. The 30-year-old Manchester-based clinical physiologist has a master's degree in clinical research, is completing his PhD, and specialises in conditions such as reflux, IBS, SIBO and oesophageal motility. In a recent video, he shared his full day on a plate, proving that eating well doesn't have to be complicated. Haworth kicks off his mornings with a fiery ginger and turmeric shot to look after his immune system. Turmeric's curcumin compounds are known for their anti-inflammatory effects, while ginger has long been used to support digestion. 'Then I take psyllium jelly to detox my gut,' Haworth said. Psyllium husk is a soluble fibre that helps regulate digestion, supports healthy gut bacteria and may even help lower cholesterol levels. The scientist's breakfast is centred around a skyr bowl. Skyr is a thick Icelandic yoghurt, high in protein and gut-friendly probiotics, and Haworth chooses full-fat Greek yoghurt for his base. 'I prefer at least five per cent Greek yoghurt because the fat in dairy is good for your brain,' he explained. He pairs it with green tea - rich in antioxidants - and walnuts, one of the best plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids. He eats and drinks these daily. By lunch, Haworth opts for something light but filling: a chicken and pasta salad. Instead of traditional pasta, he uses chickpea pasta, which is naturally gluten-free and packed with both protein and fibre. 'I'm using chickpea pasta for the fibre and of course I've got liquid gold (EVOO) to go on top,' he said. 'This has me glowing.' Extra virgin olive oil - often referred to as the cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet - is rich in healthy fats and antioxidants that support heart health. In the afternoon, Haworth makes time for movement as well as a gentle caffeine boost. 'A cheeky walk with a matcha energy drink to see me through the afternoon,' he said. When it comes to dinner, Haworth says nothing beats a refreshing Mediterranean-inspired plate. 'Finally, tea is my absolute favourite thing to eat when the sun's out - it's this watermelon feta salad. It pairs nicely with fresh, crispy mackerel. You need that fatty fish on the Mediterranean diet,' he said. Watermelon provides hydration and antioxidants, while feta adds protein and calcium. The star, however, is the oily fish: mackerel is one of the richest sources of omega-3 fatty acids, essential for brain function, heart health and reducing inflammation. Before bed, Haworth swears by one last ritual. 'And don't forget the two kiwis before bed,' he said. Research suggests that eating kiwi in the evening can improve sleep quality, while the skin offers a concentrated dose of fibre and antioxidants. Why the Mediterranean diet works The Mediterranean diet has consistently been ranked one of the healthiest eating patterns in the world. Built on fresh vegetables, legumes, nuts, fish, fruit and extra virgin olive oil, it supports gut health, reduces inflammation and lowers the risk of chronic disease. Haworth's approach shows how simple swaps - from chickpea pasta to kiwi fruit with skin - can make a difference. By focusing on fibre, healthy fats and nutrient-rich foods, his daily meals deliver long-term benefits for the gut, brain and heart.
