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Let’s talk about psoriasis. This is a fairly common skin condition. It is characterised by thick, silvery white scales that are surrounded by a red, inflamed border. It can appear anywhere on the body, but common places are the elbows, knees, lower back, and scalp. It can affect the nails causing them to develop ridges and pits.
It’s that time of year again which those of you who suffer from hay fever dread. I know it’s a little early, but did you know that by starting early you may help reduce the impact that pollen has on your immune system and the histamine response? Which means your symptoms may not be as bad.
Is stress holding you back from getting a good nights’ sleep? Lack of sleep can have a dramatic effect on your health.
I often get asked about thinning hair and hair falling out. This can affect people of all ages. It is a distressing problem that can cause stress, anxiety, and embarrassment. For most people there is a cause at the root of it.
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for coronary heart disease. Shockingly, 4 out of 5 people over 45 years of age have high cholesterol and 2 out of 3 of them are not treated. Usually, there are no symptoms of high cholesterol, so it is good to have your cholesterol checked annually. There are several factors that can cause high levels of cholesterol in the body, including a diet that is high in saturated fats, lack of physical activity, stress, hormonal changes, being overweight, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption.