IBS What is IBS? IBS is defined as recurrent symptoms of abdominal pain and changes in stool consistency. Some people with IBS will experience diarrhea while others may have constipation. Sometimes individuals experience both diarrhea and Constipation. Some foods may trigger a flareup of these symptoms however IBS is not thought to be caused by […]
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The Impact of Stress What is Stress Stress should not be viewed in a negative context. We all need to stress to stimulate and develop ourselves. Our internal reactions are what determines the response not the actual stressor. Stress arises as a maladaptation response to stressors. Internal reaction is individualised and we all experience it
Cholesterol To understand Cholesterol and its role in Cardiovascular Disease let’s take a look at the role of lipids and fatty acids in our bodies. Lipids Lipids are made up of several different types of compounds. Liver and adipose cells synthesise lipids from glucose or amino acids through lipogenesis which is stimulated by insulin. Lipids
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Fertility & Pregnancy Journeys Fertility and pregnancy journeys are a very special time in our lives and carry many different emotions and journeys for each individual. They can sometimes be met with fertility issues for both females and males, particularly as we as a society now start our families later in life and the prevalence
Long Covid, HIT or MCAS? Long Covid Many people are presenting to medical professionals with a list of unexplained symptoms & those with Long Covid symptoms are presenting with similar complaints to those who have HIT or MCAS. “Covid 19 hyperinflammation is consistent with mast-cell driven inflammation” – Dr Tina Peers, UK. https://www.drtinapeers.com/ Symptoms Fatigue
Supporting Your Immunity: Understanding How Your Immune System Protects You Your immune system is your body’s natural defence mechanism. It protects you from infections, identifies what belongs to your body and what doesn’t (self vs. non-self), repairs damaged tissues, and remembers previous exposures so it can respond more effectively the next time. To understand how
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Take Control of Your Health Male Health The importance of Understanding your health can never be under estimated. Historically, males have been the sex who shy away from seeking help or put off until ‘tomorrow’. However, on average, males will die 5 years earlier than women, highlighting the importance of educating and informing the male
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Functional Medicine Functional medicine is a dynamic process allowing your practitioner to assess, prevent and advise on aspects of your health, with the perception we are all biochemically individual with our health based on the concepts of our genetic and environmental uniqueness. In Nutritional Therapy each person is seen as representing a unique, complex and
What is IBS IBS is a chronic relapsing and lifelong disorder characterised by abdominal pain/discomfort association with defecation and/or change in bowel habit. It impairs a person’s Quality of Life and has a detrimental impact on healthcare systems. It is complex and persistent and the most common Gastrointestinal (GI) disorder, being 50% of GI referrals.
Take Control of Your Life Understanding Your Hormone Health Understanding your hormonal health is one of the most important factors in helping you to live a balanced life. Through no fault of our own, many of us don’t understand how hormones impact on our health. It is neither something highlighted in educational curriculums or at
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