I have to say that while I believe ‘the pill’ is a lifesaver and a necessary evil, it is also an over-prescribed ‘castration’. Since its conception (excuse the pun) in the 1950s’, use of the oral contraceptive pill (OCP) has exploded.   Studies show that 89% of 35–69–year–old women report having used the OCP at some point in their…

With mental health firmly entrenched in the nations thoughts at the moment it would seem strange to discuss botulinum aka ‘Botox’.  However, a young patient I saw recently led me to contemplating the benefits of the non-cosmetic indications for botulinum and the role it can play in mental health. The young man in question had…

Last Sunday’s ‘Cheese toastie day’ and September ‘Shake’ month seem unusual celebrations but I’m not one to turn down an opportunity to talk about food.  Those timely celebrations link to my recent opinion piece on how to up-health takeaways, in that we’ll look at how to up-health these two favourite snacks. Whilst both of these…

I am sorry, I owe you an apology.  In my October 10th, 2018 piece I discussed the problems of stress.  Thanks to ‘The Upside of Stress’ by Kelly McGonigal PhD my relationship with stress has changed profoundly to the point now that I consider I have a love affair with stress…yes, it’s true!  I have…

Wrapped up by wraps?  Hung up on hamburgers?  Captivated by curries?  With ‘up-health’ing’ fish and chips as an appetiser last week, let’s look at how to ‘up-health’ other takeaways.  I obviously can’t recommend any specific brands so will keep this a generic review. So, relax and enjoy the high protein; good fats; and ideally gluten,…