Yearly Archives: 2019

It is a natural process for women and men to lose some bone density after the age of 35.  But for most women over 50 there can be a dramatic loss at the time of the menopause, due to a fall in levels of the female hormone, oestrogen. It may be earlier if a prematureContinue reading “Exercise for bone health”

It’s normal to go to the toilet between four to eight times a day and maybe once a night. For a healthy bladder drink at least 1.5 litres of fluid a day (6 – 8 cups). Not drinking enough results in concentrated urine, irritation of the bladder and increased possibility of urinary tract infection (UTI).Continue reading “Bladder and Bowel health and awareness”

“Spending a penny” is a natural part of everyday living, but controlling one’s bladder can sometimes be problematical. Incontinence is the unintentional passing of urine and affects around one in four people, both men and women, young and old. Despite it being so common there’s a huge stigma around incontinence with almost half of sufferersContinue reading “Incontinence”

Mention summer and beaches and whatever our age we all want to look our best, and this means watching what we eat and being active to keep our bodies toned and fit. The “hazy, lazy, crazy days of summer” might include picnics and barbecues, and one way to enjoy these whilst maintaining healthy eating habitsContinue reading “Beat the bloat for the beach”

Most of us walk between 3,000 and 4,000 steps a day; ideally we should aim for 10,000 steps! As a result of this activity it stands to reason our feet sometimes develop problems. This year’s fashionable ballet pumps and canvas shoes with thin soles offer little or no support. This can change the way youContinue reading “Your feet – especially flat feet”

Our bladder in the lower part of the abdomen (tummy) is a temporary store for urine, the waste fluid produced by our kidneys. Urine travels from our kidneys into the bladder which expands (bit like balloon) and when it’s full we get the urge to “go”. Urine leaves the bladder travelling through the urethra andContinue reading “Bladder health”

High blood pressure means it’s consistently higher than the recommended level. It’s not something you can usually feel or notice but over time if it is not treated, your heart may become enlarged making your heart pump less effectively. It’s estimated 7 million people in the UK are living with undiagnosed high blood pressure, withoutContinue reading “Lower your blood pressure”

About one in eight women in the UK are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. 30 years ago at the age of 48, I was found to have breast cancer, so I know personally that caring for your breasts is paramount. If you notice anything abnormal in your breasts take action and get checkedContinue reading “Caring for your breasts”

Hello Diana I am despairing at the appearance of horrible cellulite on my thighs, tum and bottom. Why have I got it….. and what can I do to get rid of it? [Name withheld] Hello, Cellulite is a word horribly engraved on many women’s minds, yet alone on their thighs, tums and bottoms! Cellulite isContinue reading “Cellulite”

Hi Diana, I lead such a busy life juggling my home, family and a career. Time is short in the mornings so I tend to skip breakfast, is missing breakfast such a sin! Sallie Aitkins Colchester. Dear Sallie, speaking personally I cannot operate efficiently without my breakfast which refuels my body and kick starts myContinue reading “Breakfast”