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Diamine oxidase (DAO) breaks down dietary histamine before it reaches your bloodstream. Here is what the enzyme actually does, where it comes from, and a detail that most explainers get wrong. Diamine oxidase, or DAO, is an enzyme your body make...
Lithium orotate is a supplement that has attracted interest for mental wellbeing, cognitive support, and general wellness. But is it right for you? Here we explore what lithium orotate is, who uses it, and what you should know before considering it.
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Menopause is said to take place when you have 12 months without a period, with no other explanation. The average age a woman will reach menopause is 51.5 years however this can happen earlier or later in women. We have outlined our advice for man...
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Vitamin B6 and Magnesium requirements are increased during the pre-menstrual phase of a woman’s cycle. These essential nutrients help to maintain emotional stability as well as having a potent diuretic effect.
Keep ReadingCervical cancer is caused by infection of specific types of high-risk human papillomaviruses (HPVs), such as HPV types 16 and 18 (HPV16 and HPV18). In high-risk HPV infections, continual activity of 2 early genes (E6 and E7) that are responsible f...
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Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal imbalance involving the development of cysts on the ovaries which can lead to a range of distressing symptoms including painful perio...
Keep ReadingThis is a disruption of the endocrine system in women which can lead to a variety of hormonal issues. Women with PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) produce more male hormones (androgens) than usual which impact on their oestrogen and progesterone level...
Keep ReadingMany women experience premenstrual tension (PMT) at some point in their lives and may suffer mood swings including anxiety, irritability, emotional sensitivity and feeling low. One factor involved is a fluctuation in blood sugar levels which cause...
Keep ReadingBurning and painful peeing is often due to cystitis. A doctor can confirm this for you and rule out any other problems, so do book an appointment. But what do you do if cystitis keeps on recurring over and over again? There are some herbal homes t...
Keep ReadingI have developed a recipe for a nutritious healthy cake which is an easy and tasty way of ensuring a high intake of plant oestrogens and omega oils essential to hormonal health.From my clinical practice I find that every woman experiences the meno...
Keep ReadingThroughout a woman's life, there are a number of big changes that affects our overall wellbeing. From the onset of hormone shifts during periods, pregnancy and post natal, menopause and more, our bodies are constantly changing. Learn more about th...
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