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Contraception 101

April 14 '22

Contraception 101

We realise this topic can be quite overwhelming but hopefully, this article will help shine some light on a huge topic and give you a simplified overview of what contraception options are available to you.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Nutrition for Ramadan

April 10 '22

Nutrition for Ramadan

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. This is a time when many Muslims choose to fast every day between sunrise and sunset for religious and spiritual reasons. In this article, we’re sharing some meal ideas to enjoy during Ramadan.

Dr Hazel Wallace,

Bowel Cancer Awareness

April 7 '22

Bowel Cancer Awareness

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. Through this article, we hope to promote awareness of the disease.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

How to Know When to Add More Weight

April 6 '22

How to Know When to Add More Weight

When it comes to progressing your training, and getting results, the most important thing to focus on is progressive overload. But how do you know when to add more weight to increase this progressive overload? Personal trainer Adam Willis is giving is top tips.

Diet and Bowel Cancer Rise

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Diet and Bowel Cancer Rise

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness month and so we are shining a light on some of the associated dietary risks with registered dietitian Maeve Hanan.

Getting the Most from your GP Appointment

March 31 '22

Getting the Most from your GP Appointment

Over the past few years, there has been a lot of negative press with regard to access to GP appointments. So, Dr Nirja Joshi is going to break things down and share a few pointers to help you make the most of your next appointment.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

What is SIBO?

March 27 '22

What is SIBO?

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition where excess bacteria is found in the small intestine and registered dietitian Maeve Hanan is here to explain its symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and ways to help manage these symptoms.

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

March 25 '22

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

March is ovarian cancer awareness month so Dr Nirja Joshi is joining us on the hub to help us understand what it is and it's symptoms.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Tips for Training Around the Peri-Menopause and the Menopause

March 18 '22

Tips for Training Around the Peri-Menopause and the Menopause

Unfortunately, there is little guidance for women when it comes to staying active during perimenopause, menopause and beyond so Kelly McNulty is exploring whether there can be a role for exercise to help manage the symptoms of the peri- and the menopause.

Spotlight on the Candida Diet

March 14 '22

Spotlight on the Candida Diet

You may have heard of the candida diet as a treatment for candida overgrowth or a yeast infection. But what is this diet and does it actually work? Read on to find out!

Nutrition for Healthy Hair

March 7 '22

Nutrition for Healthy Hair

The big question is: can nutrition really play a role in keeping our hair healthy? Registered dietitian Maeve Hanan takes a look at the evidence in this article.

Eating for a Healthy Heart

February 23 '22

Eating for a Healthy Heart

Even though the death rate from heart disease has reduced by more than three-quarters since the 1960s, heart disease is still one of the leading causes of death in the UK and worldwide (1).

How to Avoid Runners Gut

February 21 '22

How to Avoid Runners Gut

Ever felt nauseous? stomach pains and cramps? or bloating when running? If so, you might have been experiencing symptoms of runner's gut. In this article, registered dietitian Maeve Hanan is breaking down what exactly it is, why it happens, and tips for avoiding it.

Over-the-Counter HRT

February 18 '22

Over-the-Counter HRT

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) will reportedly be made available over the counter in the UK to support women going through the menopause. But what exactly is changing and what options do women have?

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Lifting Gear 101

February 15 '22

Lifting Gear 101

There comes a point in most people’s fitness journey when they suddenly start wondering if they need some additional lifting gear to help them see more progress. If that sounds familiar, personal trainer Adam Willis is here to help shed some light on the gear that's worth your time and money.

How to Eat Well on a Budget

February 14 '22

How to Eat Well on a Budget

Many people who want to improve their nutritional intake are worried about how expensive this might be. This is a valid concern, so this article will go through some tips about how to eat well without breaking the bank.

Performance, Training and Recover, and the Oral Contraceptive Pill

February 8 '22

Performance, Training and Recover, and the Oral Contraceptive Pill

There’s been a lot more conversation around the effects of the menstrual cycle on sporting performance and recovery, but often this conversation excludes women who take hormonal contraception, such as the pill. This article aims to shed some light on this topic.

Plant-Based Diets and Gut Microbiome Diversity

February 7 '22

Plant-Based Diets and Gut Microbiome Diversity

It is now well known that a diet rich in plant diversity can increase the diversity of the gut microbiota (1) – the trillions of bacteria that live inside the large intestine. But what's really so great about plants? And how can we increase the amount we have in our diets? Kaitlin Colucci explains all!

Kaitlin Colucci,