With so many different health conditions out there, it’s not uncommon for some of them to slip through the cracks. That’s what makes awareness days so important — such as this one. The 28th is World Hepatitis Day, and brings our attention to a global health concern impacting more and more daily. Recognition is critical, […]
The most common symptom of either wheat intolerance or coeliac disease is some form of gastrointestinal discomfort. Usually, such discomfort after eating bread is a clear indicator of gluten intolerance. Three conditions fall under this umbrella: coeliac disease, non-coeliac gluten sensitivity (NCGS), and wheat allergy. The last diagnosis, wheat intolerance or allergy, isn’t strictly a […]
January gives you the wonderful opportunity to start fresh and take an in-depth look at what you most want to change about yourself. If one of your priorities is your health, use World Thyroid Month as the perfect springboard to learn more about your thyroid. This includes learning about the importance of thyroid testing, and […]
Everyone in the UK has heard of Movember by now. This viral, popular, and global-reaching campaign is long-awaited each year and has earned itself a household name as a result. Are you curious about how it came to be? Do you want to know what causes it campaigns for and how it can lead many […]
Have you ever tested, or thought about testing, your ferritin levels? Ferritin is a blood protein that stores your iron – often referred to as your iron stores. If your iron stores go below 30ng/mL, you could be dealing with iron deficiency or iron deficiency anaemia. These conditions may present with symptoms such as weakness, […]
In every woman’s life, there is an important transition: menopause. With World Menopause Month as our reminder, it’s a wonderful occasion to take a close look at this vital transition. We also must understand what it is, when it can happen, what it can feel like, and how menopause testing can give you the crucial […]
Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life when menstruation stops, and she can no longer have children. However, a host of disruptive and uncomfortable symptoms accompany these physiological and hormonal changes. These signs can occur for years before menopause, in what’s referred to as perimenopause. Performing a menopause test can help people confirm […]
As you age, you’re likely to have more health problems. Men, in particular, need to keep a close eye on prostate health. This month is Prostate Awareness Month, so there is no better time to learn more about your prostate. This should include what health problems to watch for and their symptoms. You’ll also learn […]
