Polyphenols: natural allies for better health
For many years, polyphenols have been gaining increasing interest as natural compounds beneficial for health. This is confirmed by over 55,000 studies published in the last two decades. They are
What to eat when you have chronic kidney disease
There is no single eating plan that is correct for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The doctor must always determine at what stage is the CKD. What patients can
Prevent anaemia with an iron rich diet
Iron is an important mineral for all living organisms. It is responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the human body via the red blood cells. Iron is important due to the
Artificial sweeteners
With overweight and obesity increasing at a fast pace, sugar substitutes abound and are taking the place of sugar in the market. Too much sugar is of course a major
Kidney stones
Kidney stones are caused by an accumulation of mineral salts, combined mostly with calcium, which may lodge anywhere along the course of the urinary tract. They are usually comprised of
Uterine fibroids
By Elizabeth Hartland Uterine fibroids most often occur in women in their twenties to late forties and are found in at least 40% of women who reach menopause. Left to
ROSACEA
By Elizabeth Hartland A fairly common skin disorder, rosacea isn’t dangerous, but it can be, for cosmetic reasons, very distressing for the sufferer. Rosacea is characterised by sporadic outbreaks or
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
By Elizabeth Hartland The macula, a small central area of the retina situated at the back of the eye, is responsible for central vision i.e. for reading, writing, watching TV,
Psoriasis
By Elizabeth Hartland Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious skin condition affecting around 2% of the UK population. This condition may develop at any time although the average age of onset
Shingles (Herpes zoster)
By Elizabeth Hartland Shingles is an acute inflammation of one or more posterior root ganglion of the spine or of the trigeminal nerve. The inflammation and infection is caused by