Category: Medicines and description
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IBS – What you need to know
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (or IBS) is one of the most common conditions of the digestive system in the Western world. In the UK, it’s estimated to affect 1 in 5 people at some point in their lives, with women being more at risk than men. It usually develops between the ages of 20-30, and there…
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What’s The Difference Between Paracetamol and Ibuprofen?
A survey conducted by Panadol last year revealed that a third of UK adults don’t know the difference between different painkillers and would just take the first painkiller available to them. With ibuprofen and paracetamol occupying a space in most of our bathroom cabinets, it’s important to know the difference and which to take when.…
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What’s The Difference Between a Food Allergy and a Food Intolerance?
It can be easy to confuse a food intolerance for a food allergy, but the two are very different. Food allergies are relatively rare. Only around 2% of adults have genuine food allergies. With an allergy, the immune system mistakes a food for an ‘invader’ and reacts swiftly, generally within a few minutes. It is…
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Avoid Skin Condition Flare-Ups This Winter
Many common skin conditions can be aggravated in the Winter. Protect eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis from the festive season with our quick tips. Temperature Changes in temperature can cause your skin to feel itchy, whether it’s the change from the cold outside to your warm house, or even just as you get undressed at night.…
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A Natural Approach to Menopause: Guest Post from Promensil
Menopause is not an illness or medical condition. It’s part of the natural ageing process for every woman, there is no hard and fast rule to managing symptoms, as everyone’s experience will be slightly different. Some women may sail through with very few side effects, for others will experience a range of symptoms both physical…
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Back to School Essentials You Probably Haven’t Thought Of
Getting the children ready to go back to school is a whirlwind for uniforms, name tags, and trying to discover what on earth they’ve done with their lunch boxes. We’ve gathered a top list of other essentials you’ll need in your arsenal to take on the new school year. Vitamins Going back to school means…
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What Should I Put In a Family First Aid Kit?
If you’ve got children in the house, you’ve probably dealt with plenty of little mishaps; from bumps to bruises, to cuts and grazes. A good family first aid kit is an essential part of any family home. You can buy ready-made kits, but it’s often cheaper to assemble your own. Get a large box or…
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How To Set New Year’s Resolutions
As the year draws to a close, lots of us are starting to set resolutions for 2023. But what resolution should you pick? We’ve investigated the most common resolutions and how you can set a goal you can achieve. A ComRes poll revealed that the most common resolution is to exercise more, with around 38%…