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Anti-Inflammatory Diets

October 10 '22

Anti-Inflammatory Diets

Anti-inflammatory diets are promoted for preventing and treating a number of medical conditions. But what do these diets involve and are they backed by solid evidence?

Q&A: How long is too long to be on the contraceptive pill?

October 6 '22

Q&A: How long is too long to be on the contraceptive pill?

We had so many questions sent into season 8 of The Food Medic podcast that we simply didn’t have the time to get around to answering them all. So we decided to pick out some that came up a few times and answer them over the coming weeks here, on our hub. First up, how long is too long to be on the contraceptive pill?

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Diet and Dementia Prevention

October 2 '22

Diet and Dementia Prevention

Research is ongoing into the causes of dementia and ways to reduce the risk of developing this condition. Although there’s currently no definite way of preventing dementia, following a healthy lifestyle is associated with a lower risk. This article will look at whether nutritional factors play a role in dementia prevention.

5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Training

September 28 '22

5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Training

Like many people, I had no clue what I was doing when I first entered a weight room in the year 2000 at the age of 18. So here, as a personal trainer, are 5 things I wish I knew then.

Nutrition and Reflux

September 25 '22

Nutrition and Reflux

Reflux can impact all ages, from babies to older adults. There isn’t always a clear cause for this, although it can be impacted by a variety of factors. This article will cover the food and lifestyle changes that can play an important role in managing reflux.

Gynaecological Cancer Awareness

September 22 '22

Gynaecological Cancer Awareness

When cancer is so prevalent, it is important to try and understand the different types of female cancers so that you know what to look out for, when to see a doctor and a bit about what is normal and abnormal.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Eczema

September 21 '22

Eczema

September highlights Eczema Awareness Week, and we hope to shed light on a very common, yet complex condition which can affect anyone from newborns to the elderly.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

So You're Injured, Now What?

September 12 '22

So You're Injured, Now What?

Getting injured, not being able to train at your full capacity, and having to pivot or put your goals on hold is no fun. But the reality is, if you participate in a sport, lift for long enough, even with good technique, or just engage in recreational activities like running, paddle-boarding, hiking etc, there is a chance you will experience some degree of injury at some point. It sucks, but that is the cold hard truth when it comes to leading an active lifestyle. So what to do when it, inevitably, happens? Read on to find out!

Breastfeeding 101

August 29 '22

Breastfeeding 101

As World Breastfeeding Week took place in early August (1), we wanted to help to inform and address some of the common questions around breastfeeding.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Psoriasis

August 25 '22

Psoriasis

August is psoriasis awareness month so we are shining a light on this topic and discussing what it is, how it can be treated, and it’s impact on other aspects of our health.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Nutrition and PCOS

August 21 '22

Nutrition and PCOS

This article will explore the evidence-based nutritional management of PCOS.

Are Collagen Supplements Worth they Hype?

August 18 '22

Are Collagen Supplements Worth they Hype?

This article will review the evidence behind the most common health claims regarding collagen supplements.

Nutrition and Psoriasis

August 14 '22

Nutrition and Psoriasis

Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition that involves an overproduction of skin cells that leads to uncomfortable plaques and scales on the skin (1). Severity varies between people, but this condition can have a big impact on quality of life. This article will cover whether nutritional factors impact psoriasis.

Probiotics and Mental Health

August 11 '22

Probiotics and Mental Health

With mental health problems being at an all-time high, there are emerging drug-free approaches to potentially treating these conditions. Some of these methods include exercise, heart-rate regulation and ‘psychobiotics’. But what does this newly conceived term actually mean? And does it represent a significant scientific breakthrough, or is it just a new name for exciting science? Specialist dietitian Kaitlin Colucci breaks it down for us here.

Kaitlin Colucci,

Incontinence

August 11 '22

Incontinence

Incontinence is the unintentional passage of urine and is a very common problem affecting millions of people in the UK (1). It can happen for a variety of reasons affecting both men and women. Dr Nirja Joshi is outlining these reasons below as well as places to go and find support.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Blood Pressure - Do You Know Your Numbers?

August 8 '22

Blood Pressure - Do You Know Your Numbers?

Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood pumping around the body. In this article, Dr Nirja Joshi takes us through what exactly it it, why it's important, how to measure it, and more.

Dr Nirja Joshi,

Can Certain Foods Help You Sleep Better?

August 7 '22

Can Certain Foods Help You Sleep Better?

A number of foods are promoted as boosting sleep. Read on to find out whether this is backed by good evidence.

What You Need to Know About Monkeypox

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What You Need to Know About Monkeypox

Monkeypox is a zoonosis (virus transmitted from animals to humans) which has symptoms which resemble those of smallpox, although clinically less severe (1). In this article, Dr Nirja Joshi explains what it is, the symptoms, who's at risk and the potential complications, and what to do if you have symptoms.

Dr Nirja Joshi,