Body mass index, or BMI, has long been the standard tool for assessing weight status and health risk. A calculation of your size that takes into account your height and weight, BMI is frequently used because it’s a quick, easy, and inexpensive measurement tool. Yet, it lacks any assessment of how much fat a person… Read More: The link between abdominal fat and death: What is the… »
There is always so much advice around about all the things we should be doing to keep ourselves healthy. From eating the right food and taking vitamins, to moisturising our skin and doing exercise – it’s endless. But what bits of advice are worth following, and which should just be ignored? Well, we asked a… Read More: 9 secret health hacks doctors tell their friends- advice everyone… »
Dr Annabel Sowemimo is the founder and director of Decolonising Contraception, a non-profit organisation led by people of colour. It aims to raise awareness about the historical and socio-economic barriers faced by people accessing sexual and reproductive care. We spoke to Annabel about the work of the collective and its plans for the coming year.… Read More: Decolonising contraception: focusing on equality and justice in sexual and… »
In particular, some studies suggest that keto may help decrease levels of hemoglobin A1c, a measure of average blood sugar levels 12, 13, The diet involves cutting way back on carbohydrates, to 50 grams a day or less, to help the body achieve a state of ketosis, in which it has to burn fat rather… Read More: Does keto diet have health risks? »