Healthcare Blog

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  2027 skincare trend predictions: Skin longevity

  Trends come and go in the world of beauty and skincare, but as the experts at YourGP explain, the predictions for what’s set to be big news in the world of aesthetics in 2027 might actually have some substance… Skincare predictions for 2027 For too long, many aesthetic practitioners have promised quick fix solutions to […]

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  Beware the binge drinking pensioners!

  For decades, the younger generations have had a pretty bad rap when it comes to alcohol, and it’s been the older generations who have arguably been quick to point the finger at them. However all that may be changing, because according to a recent NHS survey, younger adults are now much less likely to be […]

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  Davina McCall on her cardiovascular disease diagnosis

  After bursting on to our TV screens back in the nineties, presenter Davina McCall went on to establish a reputation as something of a holistic health and fitness guru, releasing workout DVDs, nutritional advice books and podcasts that shine a light on good mental health. And so headlines about Davina’s health have no doubt come […]

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  The unappetising truth about ultra-processed foods

  There’s nothing quite like that sugar high or salty hit to pep you up in the middle of a hard day, right? But take a look at the ingredients list on the back of those fizzy drinks and crisps packets, and the reality is far from appetising. With ultra-processed foods (UPFs) linked to a wide […]

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  The 7 essential pillars of self-care to practise this week

  16th – 22nd November is officially Self-Care Week, but if you’re new to the concept and wondering why there’s a whole week solely devoted to “me time”, this is a great opportunity to educate yourself about what self-care actually entails, why it is so important, and how it has the potential to boost your mind […]

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  What to eat and what to avoid to optimise your aesthetic treatment results

  They say you are what you eat. And to an extent, what we put into our bodies can have an effect on our outward appearance. So for anyone about to undergo an aesthetic treatment and keen to optimise the results, it’s worth paying extra close attention to how you’re fuelling and nourishing your body. The […]

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  Ask AI or a consult a GP?

  Artificial Intelligence chatbots are everywhere. From requests for restaurant recommendations to summaries of business emails, we’re becoming more and more reliant on AI technology every day. And as its popularity grows, more people are turning to AI for medical advice. So is this a quick and convenient way to get a diagnosis? Or is it […]

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  Fibremaxxing: Food fad or healthy habit?

  Sometimes it seems like every time you log on to social media there’s a new food fad that’s taking the world by storm. The latest to hit our online feeds is “fibremaxxing”, with health and wellbeing influencers claiming that increasing our daily intake of fibre is the key to good health. And whilst many social […]

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  Celebrity Ashley James opens up about her postpartum incontinence

  As a number one best-selling author, broadcaster and political commentator, Ashley James is known for speaking out about a range of topics, from sexism and social justice to feminism and empowerment. Yet despite talking openly about a wide range of taboo topics, by her own admission, Ashley was highly reluctant to go public about her […]