The Articles

Page 6 of 12.

Do Cruciferous Vegetables Balance Hormones?

April 9 '23

Do Cruciferous Vegetables Balance Hormones?

It’s easy to fall down a number of rabbit holes when it comes to nutrition for hormonal health. One such nutritional claim is that cruciferous vegetables play an important role in ‘balancing hormones’. Let’s take a look at whether there’s any evidence to back this up.

Periods - How Heavy is Too Heavy?

April 2 '23

Periods - How Heavy is Too Heavy?

5% of women aged 30-49 consult their GP each year due to heavy uterine bleeding (1), and we can imagine the rates of women experiencing this symptom would be higher than what is reported as this subject is one we know women can find difficult to recognise or seek help for. It is important to investigate heavy bleeding as it can lead to consequences such as anaemia, needing to take time off work, fatigue or be a symptom of a condition such as thyroid disease. If you think your periods may be too heavy, read on, so that we can help you navigate this tricky symptom.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Can Skipping Breakfast Impact Cognition?

March 20 '23

Can Skipping Breakfast Impact Cognition?

This article will break down a recent study by Ishizuka et al. (2022) that looked at whether breakfast skipping is linked with cognitive scores in a group of Japanese older adults (1).

Hey Doc, What Are my Chances of Conceiving in my 30s

March 6 '23

Hey Doc, What Are my Chances of Conceiving in my 30s

the pressure to have children, especially for women, can sometimes be overwhelming and often I get asked, “what are my chances of conceiving in my late 30s?”? So let’s chat about it.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Is the TikTok Internal Shower Legit?

March 3 '23

Is the TikTok Internal Shower Legit?

The 'Internal Shower' was a drink created by a ‘celebrity nutritionist’ and proponent of the alkaline and keto diets called Daryl Gioffre. It has since gained popularity for ‘boosting digestion’ on TikTok. But what does the evidence say? Read on to find out.

Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Premenopausal Women

February 27 '23

Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Premenopausal Women

A varied and balanced diet is important throughout the female lifecycle. Diet is important for energy levels, bone health, hormone and immune function, wound healing and replenishing nutrient levels lost through menstruation. When nutrients are not consumed in adequate amounts, or if they are poorly absorbed by the body, deficiencies can occur, resulting in nutrient malnutrition (1).

What is Low Energy Availability (LEA)?

February 24 '23

What is Low Energy Availability (LEA)?

The importance of nutrition for supporting sports performance is well understood. However, when we’re so focused on nutrition to support our performance and recovery, it’s easy to forget the importance of nutrition for basic human functions and general health too. Read on to find out what LEA is, how it's caused, and the impact it can have on our lives and health.

What is 'Period Poop'?

February 20 '23

What is 'Period Poop'?

Some people experience a worsening of their bowel symptoms around their period (1). This article aims to distinguish between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and ‘period poops’ as well as some of the nutritional and lifestyle considerations to help improve gut symptoms.

Shin Splints and Running: Why it Happens and What to do About it

February 17 '23

Shin Splints and Running: Why it Happens and What to do About it

If you are a runner there is no doubt you have heard of shin splints, this frustrating injury causes pain along the shin bone (tibia). Perhaps, this injury delayed your marathon training or stopped you from attending the Park Run on Saturday morning. This wouldn’t be uncommon, as it is thought that around 35% of runners will experience this injury at some point in their training (1). Read on to find out what you can do about it!2

Yasmin Palfrey,

L-Glutamine for Gut Health

February 17 '23

L-Glutamine for Gut Health

One of the latest wellness trends on social media platforms like TikTok is the promotion of l-glutamine supplements for gut health. Let’s break this down from an evidence-based perspective.

Fad Diet Red Flags to Watch Out For

February 6 '23

Fad Diet Red Flags to Watch Out For

We are often sold promises of detoxing, losing so many pounds in as many days, or what the hottest celebrity diet is and how we can ‘look like them, too’, often, these fad or ‘crash’ diets are risky, unbalanced and harmful.

Sports Supplements Worth a Place in Your Stack

January 30 '23

Sports Supplements Worth a Place in Your Stack

The world of sports nutrition is continuing to evolve and can be a midfield to navigate, especially at the start of the year when every company is trying to sell you their self-proclaimed “miracle” supplements. This article will give an overview of the sports supplements backed by science so that you can make an informed decision about the supplements worth your money and a place in your stack!

Hey Doc, Why am I Always Getting Sick?

January 27 '23

Hey Doc, Why am I Always Getting Sick?

This time of year, as a GP, I have patients asking why they are ‘constantly getting sick? Heres the thing, over winter it is common for people to pick up viruses and winter bugs and it can be pretty hard to completely avoid them. That said, when can we know if we’re sick too frequently? And what can we do about it?

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Tips for an Easier Cervical Smear

January 23 '23

Tips for an Easier Cervical Smear

If you’ve received the letter inviting you to your smear test, or just want to learn more about the test, you’re in the right place - read on!

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Nutrition Considerations for the Vegan Athlete

January 19 '23

Nutrition Considerations for the Vegan Athlete

Whether you’re thinking of trying Veganuary, reducing your meat or dairy intake this year, or are an experienced vegan, this article will give you the information you need to support your health and training.

How to Fuel Your Next 10k Run

December 12 '22

How to Fuel Your Next 10k Run

This article will break down how to fuel for your next 10k run to give you the best opportunity to hit a new personal best.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

November 25 '22

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) are names that refer to the same syndrome which encompasses many symptoms, most commonly characterised by extreme tiredness (1). In this article, Dr Nirja Joshi is exploring its symptoms, how it affects our lifestyles, the treatments available, and more.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

What to Consider When Buying Protein Powder

November 14 '22

What to Consider When Buying Protein Powder

With so many types of protein powders on the market, it can be hard to know what is best for you. This article will cover everything that you need to consider before committing to a powder.