Cholesterol: know the facts

GP and complementary medicine expert Dr Sarah Brewer explains

High cholesterol is, unfortunately, very common. The British charity Heart UK estimates that nearly half of all adults in England have above-average cholesterol levels, while the US Centers for Diseas

Your heart and blood vessels, collectively known as the cardiovascular system, are responsible for pumping and transporting blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and essential nutrients to orga

This month, our three wise women take a look at ways to reduce your diabetes risk through nutrition, movement and mental wellbeing.

Probably the most common question I’m asked by patients who are feeling tired or have put on weight is, “Do I have a slow metabolism?” The answer is complicated. Your metabolism is the name for all th

How would you rate your overall health? If the answer is, ‘I haven’t a clue’ or it’s been a while since you saw a doctor, it may be time for action. The good news is DIY screening can help put you in