Fibromyalgia is a complex chronic pain disorder that causes widespread muscle pain, fatigue, and tenderness throughout the body. This condition affects more women than men and can develop at any age. Here are five key things to know about fibromyalgia. What Triggers Fibromyalgia? The exact cause of fibromyalgia remains unknown. However, research suggests it may … Read more
What Causes Rheumatoid Arthritis? The exact cause of RA is unknown, but it is suspected that a bacterial or viral infection could trigger the onset in genetically susceptible individuals. Smoking is also known to be a risk factor. RA is an autoimmune disease, meaning the body’s immune system starts to attack healthy tissue in error. … Read more
A cerebrovascular accident, or stroke as it is more commonly known, occurs when the blood supply to the brain is disrupted in one way or another. When these types of events occur, the brain cells are deprived of the oxygen and nutrients they need to function properly. This can lead to the cells becoming damaged … Read more
Keeping your blood sugar levels within a healthy range is important for everyone, but especially so for people with diabetes. Monitoring your blood glucose levels regularly can help avoid dangerous highs and lows in the short term, while also reducing your risk of developing complications in the future. Who Should Check Their Blood Sugar? While … Read more
Your throat is the passageway that runs from the back of your mouth up to the top of your windpipe and food pipe. It contains your tonsils, voice box and pharynx. A key role of your throat is to help filter out potentially harmful bacteria to stop infection. What is a Sore Throat? Most people … Read more
Vascular disease is a leading cause of death in the UK, responsible for 40% of all deaths each year. That makes it as common as heart disease and cancer. Many of these deaths are preventable through healthy lifestyle choices. What is Vascular Disease? Vascular disease is a group of conditions affecting the circulation system. It … Read more
What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic inflammatory lung disease which causes breathing difficulties. In 2015, the British Lung Foundation reported that 8 million people in the UK (12% of the population) have been diagnosed with asthma, although only around 5.4 million are currently receiving treatment. The UK is near the top when it comes … Read more
5 Tips for Easing Menstrual Cramps Without Medication What Causes Menstrual Cramping? Period pains and cramps are a common complaint among menstruating women. The pain arises from contractions in the muscular wall of the uterus triggered by prostaglandins and other chemicals. The severity can range from minor aches to intense, debilitating pain. Cramps tend to … Read more
Sleep apnoea is a common breathing disorder characterised by pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep. The word “apnoea” comes from Greek and means “without breath.” There are two main types of sleep apnoea: Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) – The more common form, caused by throat muscles relaxing too much during sleep. This causes … Read more
Understanding the Science Behind ADHD and Procrastination Okay, let’s kick into the science here. Procrastination is deeply rooted in how ADHD impacts the brain’s executive functions, like decision-making, impulse control and organisation. Research indicates that areas of the brain like the prefrontal cortex, which manages these executive functions, often exhibit connectivity and processing differences in … Read more
Living with Adult ADHD: A Late Diagnosis Many adults are unaware they have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) until later in life. While ADHD is commonly diagnosed in childhood, it often goes undetected and undiagnosed in adults. An estimated 1.5 million adults in the UK have ADHD, but only 120,000 have received a formal diagnosis. … Read more
Even though cases of diabetes are on the rise, the medical condition remains largely misunderstood. Some people suffering from diabetes can feel like the condition is a label and that they are unfairly judged compared to those without the condition. Research has suggested people dealing with diabetes feel that others are blaming them, that they … Read more