Nourish Your Nerves: Food, Breath & Balance

Feeling wired, restless, or unable to switch off? Your nervous system may be stuck in “stress mode.” Join Nutritionist & VitOrtho Ambassador Ksenia and Breathwork Facilitator & Oxygen Advantage Advanced Instructor Val for a unique 2-hour workshop blending simple nutritional strategies and breath-led practices to support your nervous system and restore balance.

✨ The gut-brain connection: discover how the vagus nerve links digestion, mood and focus

✨ Food as medicine: learn which foods and supplements calm, nourish and restore your nervous system

✨ Breath & daily rituals: explore practical, science-backed breath techniques to regulate stress, improve sleep and boost resilience.

Leave with practical tools you can start using right away to feel calm, focused and deeply nourished – from the inside out.

What to Expect

In this part-educational, part-practical session, you will learn:

From Nutrition (with Ksenia)

✅ How the vagus nerve connects the brain and the gut, guiding and digestion
✅ Foods and habits that reduce overwhelm and support calm
✅ Nutrients and supplements (VitOrtho range) for resilience, sleep and focus
✅ Simple daily rituals to balance stress and digestion

From Breathwork (with Val)

✅ How your breathing patterns directly influence vagal tone and nervous system balance

✅ The difference between “over-breathing” (stress mode) and functional breathing (rest & digest)

✅ Simple practical techniques to support digestion, calm an overactive mind and train your nervous system for long-term resilience

You will leave with clear steps you can start using today to feel grounded, nourished and resilient.

Who It’s For

This workshop is for anyone who:
✅ Feels stressed, restless, or “always on”
✅ Struggles with digestion, sleep, or focus under stress
✅ Wants simple, sustainable nutrition and breath strategies for balance
✅ Is curious how supplements and breath training can support nervous system health

Beginners welcome. No prior knowledge required.

What’s Included

✅ Yoga mats, bolsters and pillows provided

✅ A welcoming, calm studio environment in Greenwich

✅ Take-home practical tools to use in everyday life

✅ Goodie bags with samples to support your nervous system (requires opt-in at checkout).

Important Info

✨ Please do not arrive before 16:15 PM, but aim to arrive by 16:20 PM so we can begin promptly.

✨ Avoid eating a large meal within 1 hour of the session.

✨ This is a small, welcoming group session, so spaces are limited.

✨ Wear comfortable clothes you can gently move in and bring extra layers or a blanket in case you get cold.

✨ Bring a water bottle.

Contraindications and Safety Disclaimer

Your safety is our priority. This session is generally a safe and supportive practice, but some of the breathing practices may not be suitable for everyone.

Please consult your doctor or healthcare provider before attending this session if you have:

• Severe or uncontrolled breathing conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema or recent pneumothorax (collapsed lung).

• Cardiovascular issues, including uncontrolled high blood pressure, recent heart surgery or a history of strokes.

• Neurological conditions such as epilepsy.

• Severe psychiatric conditions (e.g. schizophrenia, dissociative disorders) unless under professional supervision.

• Pregnancy, particularly in the first trimester or if considered high-risk.

• Recent surgeries or serious physical injuries.

This session is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is your responsibility to ensure the session is appropriate for you.

Modifications are available, and you are always welcome to participate at your own pace.

If you are unsure whether this session is suitable for you, feel free to contact us in advance.

Info: Led by Ksenia Chevkinova – Nutritional Therapist and Personal Trainer dedicated to unlocking your full potential. Specialising in low energy, metabolic balance, and physical and cognitive performance, she helps you fuel both body and mind for lasting vitality. https://www.chevkinova.com IG: @chevkinova_nutrition

Info: Led by Val, a certified Breathwork Facilitator and Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor. Val combines science-backed breath training with trauma-informed practices to help people regulate stress, restore focus and reconnect with calm. https://www.breathfulbeing.co.uk IG: @breathfulbeing

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