<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Act Natural Performance & Nutrition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nutritional Therapist Consultations and Singing Lessons in a friendly, North East based studio.]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:08:21 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to Start Singing as an Adult Beginner: A Guide to Finding Your Voice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you always wanted to learn to sing but never quite had the confidence to give it a go? 



Perhaps you love singing along to your favourite songs at home, in the car or in the shower, but the thought of singing in front of someone else feels a little daunting.



You’re not alone!]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/how-to-start-singing-as-an-adult-beginner-a-guide-to-finding-your-voice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6abe6420bec70560435302ce</guid><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:02:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_9bf2732b13a4468eab30325d285e5fc7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Key Nutrients Every Singer Needs To Support Their Immune System]]></title><description><![CDATA[From a naturopathic nutrition perspective, supporting your immune system is a key part in maintaining consistent vocal health; reducing the risk of illness, and improving recovery between performances or lessons.

Here are six essential nutrients that can help keep both your body and your voice in optimal condition:]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/6-key-nutrients-every-singer-needs-to-support-their-immune-system</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d80cfc0b7119100d01c4fa</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:49:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_bca85c2343c3420ab1e6ad1bfbb9e9cb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vocal Health Toolkit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recommended vocal health tools that I personally use as a vocal coach and professional performer to support my voice.]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/vocal-health-toolkit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692c57f60170a61543fc8368</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:32:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_f4b580861ffa4919b7b473d0863b6310~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hayfever and Singers: Protecting Your Voice During Allergy Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[For singers and performers, hayfever can be more than just an annoyance — it can directly impact your ability to breathe, project, and maintain vocal clarity. Pollen season brings symptoms such as congestion, itchy eyes, sore throats, and postnasal drip, all of which can interfere with vocal performance.]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/hayfever-and-singers-protecting-your-voice-during-allergy-season</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ca7f06eb24891320bc316c</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_566e4f494a72387a345259~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Acid Reflux Affect Our Singing Voice?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a qualified singing teacher and naturopathic nutritionist, I now and again work with students who struggle with unexplained vocal...]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/can-acid-reflux-affect-our-singing-voice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68028f8446b9a9ca4bcd738a</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:08:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_f2e9bcb7e1844bde84eb971b7ed15a33~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Saline Good for the Vocal Cords? A Naturopathic and Singing Teacher’s Perspective]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yes, saline can be beneficial for the vocal cords... when used correctly.



From both a naturopathic nutritionist and a singing teacher’s p]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/is-saline-good-for-the-vocal-cords-a-naturopathic-and-singing-teacher-s-perspective</link><guid isPermaLink="false">678f86beb30613c67f94fa6d</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:13:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_48e0839a6c4a418ebc68bc8af549ed22~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is the Difference Between a Nebuliser and a Steamer?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Which is best for vocal health? A nebuliser or a steamer?



Both nebulisers and steamers can benefit singers by directly hydrating and soot]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/what-is-the-difference-between-a-nebuliser-and-a-steamer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">678f81da6484d4dd2bc7022b</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:45:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_159decf5c1844df8badd3edb9d128d35~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Key to Sustainable Singing and Injury Prevention.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just as dancers stretch before dancing, singers need to prepare their vocal cords with a vocal warm-up to handle the demands of singing....]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/vocal-warm-ups-the-key-to-sustainable-singing-and-injury-prevention</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66db1231fd23f1c337b9ca91</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 15:47:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_87451c3356ac4106b6658c792ae4d5a5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Natural Teas for Soothing a Sore Throat]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's every performers worst nightmare... the sore throat! And it's the season where we're bound to experience it yet for lots of performers ]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/5-natural-teas-for-soothing-a-sore-throat</link><guid isPermaLink="false">672e301093e01fa908964765</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 16:38:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_787d3d9ab25e420d878df9008b991914~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is BAPAM and How Can It Help Performers in the UK?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The British Association for Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM) is a vital resource for anyone in the performing arts community, offering speci]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/what-is-bapam-and-how-can-it-help-performers-in-the-uk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67181724be9f36249f764cad</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Mental Health]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:24:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_5a3535e9b8fe4718aaaca065cf7aeafe~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Pros and Cons of Bromelain and Pineapple for Vocal Cord Support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bromelain is a proteolytic enzyme found in the fruit and stem of pineapple which has gained popularity in the performance world due to it’s ]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/the-pros-and-cons-of-bromelain-and-pineapple-for-vocal-cord-support</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67111f4bb6c6fd68a13dfad9</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 14:38:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_422109f430aa4322b0b8e63df3dcaea9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Managing Performance Anxiety Through Nutrition]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a performer, it’s natural to experience some level of anxiety or stress before taking the stage. ]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/managing-performance-anxiety-through-nutrition</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66db10a0fd23f1c337b9c8ba</guid><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><category><![CDATA[Mental Health]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2024 08:00:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_7779662fe7804f2e9e481d3f50a668dc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Link Between Vocal Health and Overall Wellness: How Nutrition Impacts Your Voice.]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a singer or performer, your voice is your most valuable instrument. While vocal exercises and technique are crucial for developing and ma]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/the-link-between-vocal-health-and-overall-wellness-how-nutrition-impacts-your-voice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66db117629fbe1fd7d516eb7</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:14:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_cdcfc55e335f4c26bc3cee476fffd757~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foods to Eat and Foods to Avoid to Support Vocal Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[While vocal exercises and technique are undeniably important for building and preserving a strong voice, it's important not to overlook the ]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/foods-to-eat-and-foods-to-avoid-to-support-vocal-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66db1a011cd2ec10a096f2a5</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:50:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_ee57ebdeeac9434e8b4e021d53fec183~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Does Drinking Water Improve Your Singing Voice?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you remember to stay hydrated throughout the day?

Dehydration is when the body loses fluid and electrolytes more quickly that it can rep]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/does-drinking-water-improve-your-singing-voice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65c3a90a35167da9f6bb8113</guid><category><![CDATA[Vocal Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><category><![CDATA[Singing]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2024 07:41:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_31a5347c67f54cea85c24d42ba42e78d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Does Symprove Really Work as a Supplement?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Symprove is a probiotic supplement that claims every shot contains over 10 billion bacteria which are delivered to the gut, alive, working t]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/12-weeks-of-symprove-probiotic-supplements</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6452bbe589405f9c2647b8b2</guid><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 11 Nov 2023 20:30:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_8ab508ae18574f28aebed26870304637~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Much Protein Do Dancers Need?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ever get that mid-day slump? Half-way through a rehearsal day or between dance sessions? It may be that you’re not getting enough protein.]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/are-you-getting-enough-protein</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65313ded610e0929cd88aee1</guid><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><category><![CDATA[Movement]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:51:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_ff6046eb58d64a5b9c09784e4f315485~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Your Suncream Toxic?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sounds silly doesn't it? Suncream is meant to protect you from the harmful sun rays and from skin cancer. But what if I told you some...]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/is-your-suncream-toxic</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6489c8927132deebec4f0e7d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 17:03:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_34012fa3905848b8916f6b40eb14f883~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_750,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 5 Clean Eating Recipe Books]]></title><description><![CDATA[Check out my top 5 clean eating recipe books that I recommend to almost every client!]]></description><link>https://www.actnaturalperformance.co.uk/post/top-5-clean-eating-recipe-books</link><guid isPermaLink="false">642d7e44043ae0c861a437fd</guid><category><![CDATA[Nutrition]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 21:45:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ebfe16_60a34c19fa4a4081902396c7d4cedb10~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_870,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Deborah Ward</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>