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It is thought that approximately 10 million people in the UK suffer from some form of osteoarthritis. Over half, experience it in their knees and approximately one third in their hips. Receiving a diagnosis for osteoarthritis is often made on symptoms alone, only on...

The physical act of flying (short or long haul) has a physiological effect on our bodies. For some it may be as simple as experiencing a little dehydration, for others it may make feet and legs swell and for others it can stimulate some digestive discomfort. Further...

Here are 10 things to know about alcohol consumption. Alcohol can remain in our blood for up to 12 hours, in our urine for up to 24 hours and in our hair for up to 90 days! Alcohol is sometimes called ‘empty calories'. This basically means that it does not provide us...

Vitamin K is not often talked about but it is a key nutrient in helping us maintain good health.  There are different versions of Vitamin K (including  K1; K2 MK-4 and K2 MK-7). We make a very small amount of vitamin K via the bacteria largely in our...

If you have ever been tempted by a crash diet promising rapid weight loss you are not alone. The idea of shedding pounds quickly can be appealing, especially before a big event or after indulging a little too much. But here is the truth - crash diets do more harm than...

Many of us experience symptoms of Hay Fever, and whilst it is possible to experience it all year round, May - September are often key where symptoms are heightened. It is thought 1 in 4 adults in the UK experience some symptoms and it isn't just the sneezing and itchy...

Cognition is the mental process that takes place in our brains. It includes actions such as thinking, attention, memory, learning and perception. Cognitive Decline describes the process of gradual impairment to actions from mild through to dementia. NHS England...

Potential Benefits of Saunas on Metabolism Caloric burn - as our body temperature increases, our heart rate will also rise and may reach levels similar to that of moderate exercise. This in turn may result in our bodies being able to burn more calories after a sauna...

What is testosterone? Testosterone is a steroid hormone and is essential for both men and women. It contributes to muscle mass, bone density, mood regulation, and sexual function. The main difference lies in the amount of testosterone produced: men typically have...

In the UK, Heart Disease is one of the leading causes of death for women (it kills twice as many women in the UK as breast cancer), and over 3 million women are living with heart disease. Nutrition and Lifestyle can play a key role in helping minimise disease onset....