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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal condition that affects 12-22% of women of reproductive age. It is characterised by higher than normal levels of male sex hormones or androgens, which lead to metabolic and reproductive system dysregulation. It is the leading cause of infertility in females, and unfortunately, 70% of cases go undiagnosed.
Sciatica: Symptoms, Causes, Testing & Treatment
Sciatica is a painful condition involving irritation and inflammation of the sciatic nerve located in the leg. It can develop long after trauma or physical stress injury has been done to the spine. Over time, degeneration to the spine may cause the vertebra to compress onto the sciatic nerve, causing the symptoms of sciatica.
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Hypothyroidism
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11 Best Exercises for Fat Loss
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introduction Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, or SIBO, is a digestive condition referring to abnormally large numbers of bacteria in the small...
High Blood Pressure
introduction High blood pressure, or hypertension, is defined as a sustained increase in optimal/normal blood pressure. A hypertension diagnosis...
Why Test For Minerals and Heavy Metals
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
introduction Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex nervous disorder that is characterized by noticeably higher levels of...
What Is A Naturopath
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High Blood Pressure
introduction High blood pressure, or hypertension, is defined as a sustained increase in optimal/normal blood pressure. A hypertension diagnosis...
Why Test For Minerals and Heavy Metals
what is an HTMA test? Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis, or more commonly called Hair Analysis Test or Heavy Metal Testing, is a scientifically-based,...
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
introduction Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex nervous disorder that is characterized by noticeably higher levels of...
How To Set Up A Healthy Home Office
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How Your Microbiome Supports Immunity
Safe to say this has been the most eventful cold and flu season of the century! With all the focus on preventing viral infection lately, you...