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How to Boost Your Immune System in Winter

How to Boost Your Immune System in Winter

Updated: 09/05/2022

Use these 8 steps to give your immune system the support it needs to be most effective this Winter.

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7 min read
How to Prevent Thrush - Your Questions Answered

How to Prevent Thrush - Your Questions Answered

Updated: 11/01/2024

Find research-backed answers to some of the most common questions on how to prevent thrush in men and women in our expert guide.

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12 min read
3 Essential Nutrients for Healthy Hair

3 Essential Nutrients for Healthy Hair

Updated: 26/10/2022

Find out which nutrients your hair needs for optimal growth.

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1 min read
How to boost your Immune System

How to boost your Immune System

Updated: 31/01/2022

Our immune system is essential for our survival. It is a network of cells, tissues and organs, namely our skin, mucus, gut and lymph system, which work to defend against any foreign bodies and infectious diseases, both internal and external.

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6 min read
The Physical Benefits of Weight Loss

The Physical Benefits of Weight Loss

Updated: 19/12/2023

Learn how a reduction in body weight improves physiological functions in our latest guide on the physical benefits of weight loss.

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12 min read
The Physical Causes of Erectile Dysfunction

The Physical Causes of Erectile Dysfunction

Updated: 05/12/2023

Learn more about the physical causes of erectile dysfunction and how to overcome them with the help of proven treatments in this article.

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11 min read
Delaying Your Period: The Safest Methods

Delaying Your Period: The Safest Methods

Updated: 28/07/2023

Periods can happen at the most inconvenient times, but delaying your period can be safe and effective using the right methods. Here’s how.

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9 min read
Video Guide: Melatonin (Jet Lag Treatment)

Video Guide: Melatonin (Jet Lag Treatment)

Updated: 22/05/2024

Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone in the body that affects sleep quality. Our patient care expert explains how Melatonin tablets can safely and reliably reset the body's internal clock after travelling, reducing jet lag symptoms to ensure a peaceful night's sleep.

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Video Guide: Aciclovir (Cold Sores Treatment)

Video Guide: Aciclovir (Cold Sores Treatment)

Updated: 22/05/2024

Watch our patient care expert explain how to treat cold sores quickly and reliably using Aciclovir - an antiviral medication that stops the replication of the HSV-1 virus that causes cold sores!

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Video Guide: Cialis (36-Hour Erectile Dysfunction Treatment)

Video Guide: Cialis (36-Hour Erectile Dysfunction Treatment)

Updated: 22/05/2024

Cialis is a popular erectile dysfunction treatment that can remain effective in the body for up to 36 hours. Learn what makes Cialis effective and the science behind how it enhances blood flow with insights from our patient care expert!

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