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ellaOne vs Levonorgestrel: comparing morning after pills

ellaOne vs Levonorgestrel: comparing morning after pills

Updated: 24/08/2026

If you need emergency contraception, the choice between ellaOne and levonorgestrel (Levonelle) isn't just about which one you can get hold of fastest. Here's how they compare on timing, effectiveness and side effects, so you can make the right call.

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5 migraine triggers you might not know about

5 migraine triggers you might not know about

Updated: 19/08/2026

Not every migraine has an obvious cause. Sometimes it's the medication meant to treat it, or the moment stress finally lifts. Here are five lesser-known migraine triggers worth knowing about, and simple ways to work around them.

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The best cardio exercises for GLP-1 weight loss

The best cardio exercises for GLP-1 weight loss

Updated: 14/08/2026

Cardio might feel like the obvious place to start once you're seeing results on Wegovy or Mounjaro, but it's not the whole story. Here are seven cardio options worth knowing about, and where each one fits alongside the rest of your routine.

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Norethisterone for Period Delay: Everything You Need to Know

Norethisterone for period delay: everything you need to know

Updated: 13/08/2026

Got a holiday, wedding or big event on the calendar and want your period out of the way? Norethisterone is the UK's only licensed period delay tablet, and this guide covers exactly how it works, how to take it safely, and who should check with a doctor first.

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5 travel health myths you should stop believing

5 travel health myths you should stop believing

Updated: 12/08/2026

Jet lag will sort itself out with enough sleep, bottled water keeps you completely safe, mosquitoes only bite at night - sound familiar? We're setting the record straight on five travel health myths that could catch you out this summer.

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Foundayo vs Wegovy Pill: What are the key differences?

Foundayo vs Wegovy Pill: What are the key differences?

Updated: 11/08/2026

Foundayo has just joined the Wegovy pill as a licensed oral GLP-1 tablet for weight loss in the UK, so it's worth knowing how the two compare before choosing between them. We break down the differences in dosing, food rules, effectiveness and side effects to help you understand what each treatment involves.

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How Much Will Wegovy Semaglutide Tablets Cost in the UK?

How much will Wegovy semaglutide tablets cost in the UK?

Updated: 11/08/2026

Wegovy semaglutide tablets are expected to arrive in the UK very soon, raising one big question for anyone considering them: what will they cost? This guide covers what we know about UK pricing, how the tablet compares to the Wegovy injection on cost, as well as the options that are available right now.

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What Are Peptides for Weight Loss? The UK Guide

What are peptides for weight loss and do they work? The UK guide

Updated: 11/08/2026

The word "peptides" is everywhere right now. But what are they and how do they relate to weight loss? This guide explains what you need to know.

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Resistance training on GLP-1 medications

Resistance training on GLP-1 medications

Updated: 06/08/2026

Taking Mounjaro or Wegovy but not sure where strength training fits in? Here's how much resistance training the evidence supports, and how to start safely even if you've never lifted a weight before.

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How to use Daktarin Oral Gel for oral thrush

How to use Daktarin Oral Gel for oral thrush

Updated: 06/08/2026

Oral thrush is uncomfortable, but Daktarin Oral Gel usually clears it up quickly when it's used the right way. Here's exactly how to apply it, how much to use at each age, and how long to keep going for.

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