Should we really blame the pill for poor choices in partners?

By : Abbie | Published : Friday March 30, 2012 | Posted in : Women's Health

woman thinkingWe all have different tastes and preferences that influence why we find our partners attractive, but a recent study has shown that these individual preferences may be influenced by whether or not we are taking the pill. However, is it really worth changing your choice of contraception? This post explores.


Breast Cancer risk increases with increased alcohol consumption

By : James | Published : Wednesday March 28, 2012 | Posted in : Women's Health

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A glass of wine as little as once a week can have a considerable positive impact on health. It’s been shown to cut the risk of a heart attack and stroke by a significant 36%, according to a European study conducted back in 2007.

There is, however, new research that has shown further increasing daily amounts of alcohol can also unfortunately increase the risk of cancers; particularly in women.


Why crash diets are never a good idea

By : Abbie | Published : Wednesday March 21, 2012 | Posted in : Weight Loss

dietsWe all know that crash diets aren’t good for us, but sometimes the temptation to shake a few pounds before that wedding or to lose a quick 10kg before a holiday is all too overwhelming. Before you know it you’re exercising more than you should be and you are depriving yourself of anything but tomatoes. However, the truth is, crash diets are the worst possible way to lose weight, they are also very difficult to sustain and also counterproductive. What could...


Does white rice increase diabetes risk?

By : James | Published : Wednesday March 21, 2012 | Posted in : Diabetes

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Type 2 Diabetes affects approximately 285 million people around the world and the number is continuing to grow as associated contributors such as obesity are also on the rise.

A recent study suggests that even something as simple as eating excessive amounts of white rice, could increase the diabetes risk as well.


March 2012 - Xenical now available from OnlineClinic.net

By : Abbie | Published : Tuesday March 20, 2012 | Posted in : Weight Loss

xenical stockWe are happy to announce that Xenical is no longer out of stock on OnlineClinic. As you may know, the Xenical stock issue has not just affected us, but most pharmacies and online clinics that fill prescriptions for this medication.


Do HIV treatments reduce new infections?

By : James | Published : Friday March 16, 2012 | Posted in : Sexual Health

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Antiretroviral treatment for HIV, the human immunodeficiency virus that causes AIDS, has become an integral and successful part in the fight against the global pandemic. While there is no official cure, these medications help prevent the infection progressing further and over the years have reduced the virus to not necessarily a deadly infection.

One of the big questions remains however, what role does HIV treatment play in transmission and...


Does sugary drink consumption increase the risk of heart attacks in men?

By : James | Published : Wednesday March 14, 2012 | Posted in : Men's Health

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Sugary drinks, such as fizzy or soft drinks, may contribute negatively to health when consumed too frequently and in large quantities. This can include increasing the risk of conditions such as obesity and diabetes, where the high sugar content negates dieting and increases blood sugar levels, but can also be linked to something as simple as tooth decay.

However, does drinking these same sugary beverages pose an increased risk of heart attack for...


Top 5 home exercises

By : Chris | Published : Friday March 9, 2012 | Posted in : Weight Loss

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There are literally thousands of workout programs designed to help build muscle or lose weight, depending on what individual people are looking for. The majority often require access to weights or specific training machines, but not all of us have access to these kinds of equipment or simply find the exercises too complicated to do and see little benefit in doing them.

However, sometimes simplicity is the best route to go down and a...


Travel Health Tips

By : Susan Ray | Published : Wednesday March 7, 2012 | Posted in : Travel Health

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Travelling around the world is immensely exciting and can provide long lasting memories. Whether you’re planning a safari adventure in Africa, an oriental exploration through Asia or simply visiting a new part of your own country; it’s bound to be great.

You shouldn’t forget though to look after yourself and your health while you’re away. Avoiding health issues abroad will make the journey all the more better and enjoyable. Here are some helpful...


Top 5 ways to avoid an STI

By : Susan Ray | Published : Friday March 2, 2012 | Posted in : Sexual Health

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Sexually transmitted infections (STI) can not only be embarrassing and deflating to your self-esteem, but also pose a serious health risk if left untreated. Some of the dangerous results of contracting an STI include infertility and increased susceptibility to further infections; such as HIV.

However, if you practice safe and protected sex and follow some common sense guidelines, there is no reason why you cannot completely sexually transmitted...


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