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Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, immune-mediated condition that affects the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves [1]. It disrupts communication within the central nervous system through inflammation and damage to the protective myelin coating around nerve fibres [1][2][3]. As a result, individuals may experience a wide spectrum of symptoms
Pain in the joints or bones can be unsettling, especially when it lingers or affects everyday movement [1]. Although pain is common, it is rarely straightforward. Joints and bones respond to a wide range of influences, including inflammation, hormonal changes, physical strain, nutritional status and long-term health conditions [2]. For
Good nutrition lays the foundation for long-term physical and emotional well-being. While the conversation around health often centres on weight, energy or immunity, the real story begins at a much deeper level – with the vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients that fuel every cell in the body [1]. These small but
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and underactive thyroid, often termed hypothyroidism, represent intertwined conditions with significant global impact [1][2]. Both are linked to impaired thyroid gland activity, which disrupts the body’s production of key hormones that regulate metabolism, energy, and growth [1][2]. While hypothyroidism describes the outcome – an underactive thyroid [3]– Hashimoto’s
Hair loss is one of the most common aesthetic and psychological concerns faced by both men and women, yet the landscape of available treatments often feels overwhelming. Androgenetic alopecia – better known as male- or female-pattern hair loss [1] – remains the most prevalent cause, driven by genetics, hormones, and
Cervical health is a cornerstone of a woman’s overall well-being (especially for women between the ages of 25 and 64). Yet many women are unaware of the critical role that routine screenings play in maintaining long-term health, or are put off by insufficient healthcare services and information, as well as
Candida albicans is an opportunistic yeast species that naturally inhabits the mouth, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and genital areas of healthy individuals, usually without causing harm. In moderation, Candida is held in check by a balanced microbiome and a resilient immune system [1] [2]. However, under specific conditions, Candida can multiply
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), also known as Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD), is a common yet often underestimated condition that arises when stomach acid or bile repeatedly flows back into the oesophagus, leading to irritation and inflammation of the delicate oesophageal lining [1]. GERD is one of the most frequently reported
