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Is my pelvic floor too tight?

You may be busy strengthening your pelvic floor, but can it also be too tight? Let’s talk kegels and continence with a GP specialising in gynaecology

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How to cope with hot flashes during the menopause

We’ve all heard of hot flashes, but why do they happen and what can you do to ease the symptoms? It’s time to tackle them together

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How to prepare your body and mind for pregnancy

Why wait until you’re pregnant to make healthier lifestyle choices? The changes you make now could be just as important

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From periods to restless legs: Can magnesium help with women’s health issues?

New research suggests magnesium could support women in a whole host of ways – H&B nutritionist Madalena Vieira Costa is here to break down the science

Everything you need to know about cortisol

Cortisol is known as the stress hormone, but is it good or bad? We look at what it is, plus how to reduce cortisol levels with lifestyle changes, diet and supplements

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Why is what I eat important to my fertility?

Thinking about having a baby? A fertility diet plan is great for getting you into healthy habits and preparing your body for pregnancy early on

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Protein and fitness: how does it support muscles and movement?

Want to know how protein can support your muscles, exercise goals and movement? Our in-house sports nutritionist shares her expert knowledge on who needs protein, how much we need and how it helps us

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Which vitamins do you need for fertility?

Whatever your gender, certain vitamins are vital to fertility – but how do they help and which ones should you take?

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Living with psoriatic arthritis from one colleague

Around 220,000 people in the UK and Ireland have psoriatic arthritis. Our in-store colleague shares their story about living with the condition

Can lactase enzymes help lactose intolerance?

Don’t let dairy get you down. With help from our in-house nutritionist, we've the lowdown on lactase enzymes and how they might help you digest some of your favourite things

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From postpartum to perimenopause: can collagen support women's health at different stages?

Collagen’s the most abundant protein in the body – but what does that mean for pregnancy, menopause and more? H&B experts share the scoop, plus the best products to try