Especially Health

Especially Health Your local, independent health food store.

Offering organic whole foods, natural cosmetics, sustainable home supplies, supplements, and practitioner provided treatments.

As the end of the Summer holidays approach and the countdown to a new school term begins, you may well be contemplating ...
28/08/2026

As the end of the Summer holidays approach and the countdown to a new school term begins, you may well be contemplating how you can help your little ones to stay energised, focused, and resilient throughout the upcoming autumnal season.

Which is why we’ve curated a super simple and easy back-to-school health checklist!

Here’s what we’re packing this year:

🎒Eco-Friendly Lunch Time Essentials: Why not ditch the plastic and upgrade to our premium stainless steel lunchboxes and insulated water bottles. They’re not only leak-proof and incredibly durable - helping to keep food and drinks perfectly fresh all day long - but they’re also free from harmful toxins like BPA, phthalates, and microplastics that can transfer into your child’s food.

🍎Nutritious Fuel: Help keep your kids energised all day with our range of healthy, low-sugar snacks. We have plenty of delicious, school-safe (nut-free) options, like iodine-rich crispy seaweed and vitamin-rich dried mango, that kids actually love. Perfect paired with protein-rich homemade hummus and gut friendly sourdough sandwiches!

🛡️Immune Support: The return to the classroom usually means the return of seasonal bugs. So why not keep your child’s defences high with our gentle, high-quality children’s vitamins and supplements.

• Terra Nova’s Living Multivitamin can help bridge the nutritional gap for children aged 4-12 years of age, supporting their cognitive and brain development, along with the needs of their growing bodies.

• Well.Actually’s Liposomal Magnesium Glycinate is a delicious apple & blackcurrant flavoured liquid supplement designed to support your child’s focus, sleep, and healthy development, helping to keep them calm and regulated. Suitable for age 2 and up.

• ChildLife’s First Defense helps to defend your child’s body by stimulating its natural immune responses. Formulated with only pure ingredients, such as elderberry, olive leaf, and zinc, it’s perfect for children aged 6 months and up.

Feel free to pop in anytime if you’d like to browse our full range or if you’d like some tailored advice from our knowledgeable team!

Ever get that uncomfortable, heavy “3 PM bloat” after lunch? 🥴👇It is incredibly common, but you don’t just have to live ...
21/08/2026

Ever get that uncomfortable, heavy “3 PM bloat” after lunch? 🥴👇

It is incredibly common, but you don’t just have to live with it. A lot of the time, our digestive system is simply crying out for a bit of extra support.

Our gut microbiome thrives on variety, good bacteria, and fermented nutrients. If things feel a little out of balance, making a few simple, daily swaps can make a massive difference to how you feel:

🌱 Introduce Probiotics: Help restock your gut with the friendly bacteria it needs to break down food efficiently.

🍏 Try Apple Cider Vinegar: Taking a small splash in water before meals can naturally support your stomach acid and overall digestion.

🥤 Swap Your Fizzy Drinks: Trade sugary sodas for raw, fermented alternatives like kombucha or kefir that actively feed your gut microbiome.

You don’t have to figure it out alone! Everyone’s digestion is entirely unique.

Pop by the shop at 119 High Street this week. Our team is always on hand to help you navigate our gut health section and find the exact supplements or whole foods that work best for your lifestyle.

Let’s get your digestion back on track. ✨

💬 What is your go-to trick for settling a bloated tummy? Let us know in the comments below!

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We recently celebrated another birthday at the store, so we decided to make this vegan chocolate olive oil cake with oli...
30/07/2026

We recently celebrated another birthday at the store, so we decided to make this vegan chocolate olive oil cake with olive oil frosting!

Made entirely with organic ingredients you can find in our store, it’s both delicious and totally free from refined sugar, which means we get an extra slice each.

We thought we’d share the recipe with you, in case you too have an upcoming celebration you’d like to bring something special to.

Vegan Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Olive Oil Frosting

Ingredients

Chocolate sponge
🍰2 cups of spelt flour
🍰¾ cup cocoa powder
🍰1½ tsps baking soda
🍰½ tsp Celtic sea salt
🍰1½ coconut sugar
🍰½ cup olive oil
🍰1½ cups brewed coffee or water if preferred
🍰1 tbsp cider vinegar or white vinegar

Chocolate icing
🎂¾ cup coconut sugar, blended until fine
🎂2-3 tbs cocoa powder
🎂⅓-½ cup olive oil
🎂Mixed fresh berries for garnish
(Double amount if you’d like to split the cake and frost the middle layer.)

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C/Gas Mark 4 and line the bottom of an 8-9 inch round cake pan with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl combine the spelt flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, Celtic sea salt and coconut sugar, then add in the olive oil and whisk well to combine. Add the coffee and vinegar and whisk again until smooth.

3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake in the middle of the oven for 30-35 minutes until the top is springy and a tester comes out mostly clean. A few sticky crumbs are ok.

4. Once removed from the oven, allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then loosen edges with a knife and flip it out to cool the rest of the way.

5. In another bowl, combine the icing ingredients with a whisk, using less oil to begin with and tasting along the way to check the consistency, then ice the cake, decorate with the berries, and enjoy!.

(If you don’t intend to decorate on the same day, you can cover the cake once it’s cool and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to frost.)

Have you tried using olive oil in your baking before? Would you try this recipe? Let us know in the comments below!

18/07/2026

Whether your child’s a fussy eater or you simply feel as though they could be getting a little supplementary help with their diet, this multi nutrient smoothie mix from Nuzest offers a simple, tasty way to naturally support their growth and development.

Utilising a combination of 11 fruits and vegetables, along with pea protein, calcium, and over 20 essential vitamins and minerals, this naturally sweetened, cocoa rich powder blends easily with water, milk, or in a smoothie, to make a delicious and nutritious drink, for children aged 4 and up.

Key benefits include:

🦴Vitamin D and calcium to help maintain normal bones and muscle function.

🌱Plant-based protein to support normal growth and development, helping their bodies to thrive.

🧠B vitamins and magnesium to help reduce tiredness and support their mind and mood.

🩻Vitamins C, D, zinc, and selenium to support normal function of the immune system.

🥰Hypoallergenic, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, peanut-free, and vegan, making it gentle on little tummies.

❌Absolutely no added sugar, fillers, or preservatives - only natural ingredients!

☕️Customers are saying it makes for a great hot chocolate and the best milkshake powder!

Would your kids like it?

📣Calling Sevenoaks families! We've teamed up with the brilliant independent Especially Health (119 High Street), to br...
11/07/2026

📣Calling Sevenoaks families! We've teamed up with the brilliant independent Especially Health (119 High Street), to bring you FREE samples of Grow with Iris! 🫛

💚Especially Health is all about sustainable home supplies and practitioner-led support for families — exactly our kind of place.

💚 Come and grab a sample, chat with the team, and pick up some health conscious goodies for your home and family!

We’re always listening and learning and as such, we’ve come to discover that the women in our community are looking for ...
09/07/2026

We’re always listening and learning and as such, we’ve come to discover that the women in our community are looking for more support when it comes to navigating the hormonal rollercoaster that is menopause.

So we set out to find the best, most effective, natural supplements on the market that could help.

And we chose these three from Higher Nature as our top picks:

🧠True Food Clarity for Women

For those suffering with brain fog, this hard-working formula blends six naturally sourced and richly bioavailable nutrients, including Lion’s Mane and nootropic bacopa monnieri, to help you maintain mental clarity.

In addition, its use of Memophenol™️, a groundbreaking, double patented blend of polyphenols, made from wild blueberries and French grapes, delivers brain-boosting bioactive compounds - proven to cross the blood-brain barrier - that not only protect and nourish the brain, but also optimise cognitive function.

Scientific studies have shown that six months of supplementation can improve cognitive age by TEN years!

❤️‍🔥True Food Rekindle

For those experiencing a loss of libido, this first-of-its-kind blend of botanicals and nutrients is uniquely formulated to support normal s*x hormones, blood flow, lubrication, mood regulation, and energy.

Utilising five synergistic ingredients found in nature, including zinc, fenugreek, and damiana - a potent herb used in Mayan times - it can help your body and mind reconnect, supporting your desire for intimacy.

🧴Mexican Wild Yam Cream

Providing four powerful phytoestrogens, including Mexican wild yam, d**g quai, agnus cactus, and black cohosh, this richly nourishing cream offers a unique topical support for menopause.

Helping to rebalance and reduce symptoms whilst leaving skin feeling soft and hydrated, thanks to its blend of aloe vera, vitamin E, and sweet almond oil.

🤲🏼What do you presently need support with? Do any of these products feel like a good fit for what you’re experiencing?

We’ve recently made some new additions to our children’s range to help support you through the upcoming summer holidays....
04/07/2026

We’ve recently made some new additions to our children’s range to help support you through the upcoming summer holidays. 🌞

Whether you intend on enjoying being at home or journeying abroad, sun protection is always important. Yet trying to find a clean, toxic-free version you feel safe to put on young, sensitive skin can be challenging.

However, thankfully both MooGoo and Sol De Ibiza offer clean, natural, mineral-based sunscreen for babies and children, including those with sensitive, eczema-prone skin. So you can be assured that your little ones are always protected, no matter what.

If you find that your infant’s skin is struggling in the heat, Fierce Nature offer a Baby Balm made with grass-fed, organic tallow, that’s infused with both chamomile and calendula, to help sooth and calm.

For young teens, who are starting to experience perspiration in the humid summer months, Salt of the Earth now do a natural deodorant for kids age six and up! It’s long-lasting and completely clean of any toxic ingredients - just pure mineral salt.

And for those that love being in nature but find that nature doesn’t always love them back, Hay Max have created an organic, drug-free, barrier balm, which is suitable for toddlers, children, and even breast-feeding mothers! Made with just three natural ingredients.

So hopefully you can enjoy your summer without the stress!

We’re constantly adding new products to our range, influenced by your suggestions. So, what would you like to see on our shelves? Let us know in the comments below! 👇🏼

Last week we braced the heat to go celebrate Harshid’s birthday! ♋️✨To mark the occasion, we made a batch of our favouri...
30/06/2026

Last week we braced the heat to go celebrate Harshid’s birthday! ♋️✨

To mark the occasion, we made a batch of our favourite gooey, double chocolate vegan brownies and thought we’d share the recipe with you again, in case you’re looking for something indulgent to try.

Ingredients

🟫 4 tablespoons ground flaxseed

🟫 1/2 cup water

🟫 1/2 cup melted coconut oil

🟫 2 cups coconut sugar

🟫 1 cup plain flour

🟫 1 cup cocoa powder

🟫 1/2 teaspoon salt

🟫 1 teaspoon baking powder

🟫 1 cup dark chocolate roughly chopped into pieces

Method

👩🏼‍🍳Combine the ground flaxseed with the water in a small bowl and set aside to thicken.

👩🏼‍🍳Preheat the oven to 350F and line an 8” pan with parchment paper.

👩🏼‍🍳In a large bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil with the coconut sugar.

👩🏼‍🍳Add in the flaxseed and whisk until evenly combined.

👩🏼‍🍳Sift in both the flour and cocoa powder, then add in the salt and baking powder, stirring until combined. Be sure not to over-mix.

👩🏼‍🍳Fold in half the chocolate pieces and then pour the batter - which will be quite thick - into the prepared pan, smoothing over with the back of a spoon, until it meets the edges.

👩🏼‍🍳Sprinkle the remaining chocolate pieces on top.

👩🏼‍🍳Bake in the middle of the oven for 35-40 minutes. The brownie may still be bubbling and not look entirely done, but it will firm up as it cools, keeping a soft centre.

👩🏼‍🍳Once removed from the oven, allow to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Just as delicious when served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or cold the next day as an accompaniment to coffee.

What’s your favourite celebratory birthday food?

18/06/2026

Did you know that most candles on the market are made with petroleum-based wax and scented with synthetic fragrances which can not only cause respiratory issues, headaches, and allergic reactions, but they can even disrupt hormones.

That’s why we choose to stock clean, natural, non-toxic beeswax candles.

Ranging from tea lights to candle sticks, these 100% pure beeswax candles are not just hypoallergenic, but they also help to purify the air when burned by releasing negative ions that bind to positively charged airborne pollutants.

In addition, their high melting point means that they burn significantly slower with a bright, warm, golden flame that actually mimics the natural light spectrum of the sun.

So if you’re looking to create a relaxed atmosphere for your home without the chemical compromise, then beeswax candles are an ideal choice.

What’s your preference?

🐝💛

You’ve likely heard of Rescue Remedy, but did you know they’ve now developed an entire range specifically for children, ...
05/06/2026

You’ve likely heard of Rescue Remedy, but did you know they’ve now developed an entire range specifically for children, comprising of pastilles, gummies, and drops, all of which are suitable for children age three years and up.

Rescue Remedy was actually first developed in the 1930s by Dr Edward Bach, a physician and homeopath, who was convinced that emotional wellbeing was the key to overall health.

Following years spent exploring the use of flowers and plants, he created a simple and gentle system comprising of 38 flower essences and subsequently set up The Bach Centre in Oxfordshire.

These flower essences are still sourced today from plants grown at Dr. Bach’s former home in Mount Vernon, Oxfordshire, after which they are sent on to London, where they are then diluted and bottled.

Meaning you can always be sure that they are of the highest quality.

Explore the range:

💛RESCUE® Kids Night Dropper
If your child’s struggling to settle at night, these drops can provide soothing support, helping to calm and encourage restful sleep.

💛RESCUE® Kids Night Raspberry Pastilles
If your child needs a little reassurance before bedtime, these pastilles can help them relax and settle to sleep.

💛RESCUE® Kids Night Raspberry Gummies
If your child has a busy mind and is often overtired, these gummies can help them wind-down and switch off.

💛RESCUE® Kids Strawberry Pastilles
If your child needs a little confidence boost, these pastilles can help create inner calm, assisting them in feeling more secure.

💛RESCUE® Kids Chill Strawberry Gummies
If your child is struggling with big feelings, or tricky transitions, then these gummies can help offer emotional support.

What feels right for your child?

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