Carbohydrates: Friend or foe? Everything you need to know to make the right choices!

14 Mar 2025 • 5 Likes

What are carbohydrates?Along with proteins and fats, carbohydrates are one of the essential building blocks of living organisms. They play a crucial role in nutrition and health, particularly in...

Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer and intimacy: tips and advice

10 Mar 2025

What is prostate cancer and how is it treated? Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK, with more than 50,000 new cases diagnosed each year, mainly in men over the age of 50. The...

Sunday night blues: Why does this anxiety return every week, and how can you get rid of it?

8 Mar 2025 • 3 Likes

Why do we experience the Sunday night blues?The burden of returning to responsibilitiesAfter two days of relative freedom, the thought of going back to work, attending medical appointments, or...

Multiple sclerosis

Staying positive with multiple sclerosis: How can you protect your mental health?

7 Mar 2025

What is multiple sclerosis (MS)?Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. It is characterized by the...

Bariatric surgery
Obesity

Obesity and chronic stress: the role of hormones in weight gain and how to avoid it

4 Mar 2025

How does chronic stress encourage weight gain and obesity? Obesity is a chronic disease characterised by an excessive accumulation of body fat, a major risk factor for other health conditions....

Psyllium husk: A natural remedy for gut support, blood sugar control, and heart health?

1 Mar 2025 • 6 Likes • 1 comment

How does psyllium husk support digestive health?Relieves constipation and promotes regularityOne of psyllium husk’s most well-known benefits is its ability to relieve constipation. As a soluble...

Rare diseases

Living with a rare disease: An often underestimated psychological challenge

28 Feb 2025

What is a rare disease? A rare disease is a condition that affects a limited number of people in a given population. There is no universal definition of rare diseases. In fact, prevalence can be...

Sleep apnea

Sleep apnoea and daytime fatigue: How can you boost your energy?

24 Feb 2025 • 2 Likes

What causes chronic fatigue in sleep apnoea patients?Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) causes repeated breathing interruptions throughout the night, preventing deep, restorative sleep. Even if you sleep...

10 tips to prevent emotional burnout when living with a chronic illness

22 Feb 2025 • 2 Likes

What is a chronic illness burnout? How does it impact your health?Burnout in chronic illness is not the same as general stress. It is a prolonged state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion...

Colorectal cancer

Little-known risk factors for colorectal cancer: Diet, gut microbiome, and more

21 Feb 2025

What is colorectal cancer?Colorectal cancer is a malignant tumour that develops in the colon or rectum, often starting as adenomatous polyps that gradually become cancerous. It is the third most...

Breast cancer
Crohn's disease

19 Feb 2025 • 1 Like

Could you start by telling us a little bit about yourself? We’d love to hear about your background, your passions, and what brings you joy.Absolutely! My name is Myisha, and I’m a patient advocate,...

Atrial fibrillation

Stress and atrial fibrillation (AF): Recognizing the link and protecting your heart

17 Feb 2025

What is atrial fibrillation (AF)?Atrial fibrillation (AF), also known as atrial flutter, is the most common type of irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia). It is characterized by a disorganized and very...