1: For those discovering Selph for the first time, tell us a little about what you do and what inspired you to start it?

We started Selph because we felt healthcare often waits until people become unwell. Our philosophy at Selph is to help people understand their health earlier. We combine doctor-reviewed health testing with clear, practical guidance helping people become the experts in their own health.

If you'd like to know more about your health now you can.

2: Wellness can often feel all or nothing. Why do you think balance matters?

I think we've confused health with perfection.

Somewhere along the way, we've all started trying to optimise everything - every meal, every workout and every night's sleep. But life simply isn't lived like that.

I'm much more interested in what you do consistently than what you do perfectly. Eat plenty of vegetables, move your body, sleep well most nights... and absolutely enjoy a glass of wine with friends if that's something you love.

That's one of the reasons I love what 6Percent is doing. You're not saying people have to stop drinking altogether, you're simply offering a better option.

Find out more practical health advice and evidence-based insights from our doctors here. 

3: If you could share three simple habits to help our readers feel their best this summer, what would they be?

Tip 1: Aim for 30 different plant foods across the week. Diversity matters most when it comes to your gut microbiome.

Tip 2: Learn the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen. I don't think everything needs to be organic, but it's a really practical way to know where it's worth spending a little more.

Tip 3: Protect your mornings. Get outside for ten minutes soon after waking, even if it's just with a cup of tea. Morning light does wonders for our body clock, sleep and energy.

4: Is there one piece of advice that you've changed your own mind about in the last few years?

Listening to my body more than my data.

I love science, but deliberately leave my apple watch at home when we holiday. Our bodies are amazing at telling us when we're tired, hungry, stressed or need a rest - if we actually listen. Technology is brilliant. I just don't think it should replace our own intuition.

Quick and easy way to test your health? Find out how here. 

5: Finally, as we are both founders of the Buy Women Built community (a community celebrating female founders and their businesses) I'd love to know what being part of the community means to you?

I love what Buy Women Built community is doing because it shines a light on founders building brilliant businesses, often against the odds.

I've discovered so many wonderful brands through the community - Bare Biology, Little Dish, Nuuda and of course, 6Percent. It's a reminder that every purchase is a chance to support businesses built with real care and conviction. The more we champion women building great products, the easier it becomes for the next generation to believe they can do the same.

A little something from Selph.

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