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Over-Nutrition Before and During Pregnancy

Over-Nutrition Before and During Pregnancy

Over-nutrition during pregnancy is common in developed countries and can create health risks for both the pregnant woman and her developing foetus.

03 Jun 2010

Under-Nutrition Before and During Pregnancy

Under-Nutrition Before and During Pregnancy

There are a range of adverse health effects associated with maternal under-nutrition (malnutrition and micronutrient deficiency) which can affect both the pregnant woman and developing…

03 Jun 2010

Importance of Healthy Eating Before and During Pregnancy

Importance of Healthy Eating Before and During Pregnancy

Maintaining a healthy balanced diet is important for maintaining optimal health throughout life. For women of childbearing age, good nutrition is important for preparing the…

18 May 2010

Supplements For Healthy Sperm

Supplements For Healthy Sperm

Healthy males produce millions of sperm each day and only a few of these ever go on to fertilise an egg. Despite the abundance of…

07 May 2010

Chocolate and health

Chocolate and health

Chocolate is a sugary food, high in fat and energy, which should be consumed in moderation. The consumption of cocoa, which gives chocolate its flavour,…

26 Mar 2010

Exercise Myths

Exercise Myths

Our attitudes toward exercise are derived from a set of health beliefs, which define our behaviours, including myths that are generally believed or unknown.

25 Mar 2010

Induction of labour – Medical and Surgical Methods

Induction of labour – Medical and Surgical Methods

Ways for women giving birth to induce labour and the bishop score to test if the cervix is ready for childbirth.

04 Mar 2010

Testosterone

Testosterone

Testosterone is the male sex hormone and one of a group of hormones known as androgens. It can be supplemented with testosterone replacement therapy.

19 Feb 2010

Testosterone deficiency in ageing males (andropause; male menopause; late-onset hypogonadism)

Testosterone deficiency in ageing males (andropause; male menopause; late-onset hypogonadism)

Testosterone deficiency is a condition in which a man has lower than normal levels of testosterone in his blood. In ageing males (those over 40…

04 Feb 2010