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The recommended maximum of salt intake is that Adults should eat no more than 6g of salt per day which is equal to 2.4g of sodium which is around 1 teaspoon. Excess salt in the body can be very harmful to your overall health and cause cause various health complications such as high blood pressure, obesity, increased risk of heart disease and stroke. Read on...
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High Cholesterol

14 Mar 2018

Cholesterol is a fatty substance carried around the body by proteins. When cholesterol and proteins are combined, they are called lipoproteins. Your Cholesterol is measured it units called millimols per litre of blood (mmol/l). There are two main types of lipoproteins Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL- Bad Cholesterol) and High Density Lipoprotein (HDL- Good Cholesterol)
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Traditionally, many snacks are unhealthy and are high in calories; however there are healthier alternatives available to maintain a healthier and balanced diet. The 20 Foods listed in this blog article are all examples of snacks that are less than 100 calories. Read on...
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This article discusses a detailed definition of Vitamin D with useful information including the health benefits of vitamin D, how it works in the body, sources where vitamin D is available, as well as Vitamin D deficiency, symptoms, people most at risk, diagnosis, vitamin D levels and recommended intake.
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Erectile Dysfunction

29 Oct 2017

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is the inability to develop and sustain an erection prior to and during sexual intercourse. The purpose of this article is to discuss the causes and risk factors, the symptoms, diagnosis, prevention and treatments to help manage ED.
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High Blood Pressure

10 Aug 2017

What is high blood pressure? Who is at risk from high blood pressure and causes? Tips for reducing your blood pressure and medications available to control high blood pressure.
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Healthy Eating

12 Apr 2017

Maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle can all too often feel like an uphill battle which we often convince ourselves is impossible to win let alone face. This feeling can perpetuate a negative mentality and from here it is even harder to get motivated to move, to eat right and look after ourselves.m mi.

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