Did you know that inflammation lies at the heart of autoimmune diseases, acting as both a cause and effect of a cascade of physiological responses that contribute to tissue damage and systemic dysfunction? If you are experiencing chronic inflammation, or have an autoimmune condition, understanding the intricate relationship between inflammation and autoimmune conditions is essential for developing an effective treatment strategy. In this blog, we delve into the science behind inflammation and autoimmune diseases, exploring evidence-based functional medicine approaches that provide relief and ..read more

Do you often experience a burning sensation in your chest or throat after meals, or when lying or bending down? If so, then you are likely amongst the 25% of the UK population suffering from ‘heartburn’ caused by acid reflux or its more chronic form of GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease). While medications like Omeprazole, Lansoprazole, and Pantoprazole (Proton Pump Inhibitors or PPIs) can offer short-term relief, prolonged reliance on these drugs does not address the root cause. In fact, suppressing stomach acid with PPIs can compromise digestive health and hinder your body’s ability to ..read more

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, also known as SIBO, is a common gastric condition that we are coming across increasingly often in our clinic. Often associated with IBS, SIBO is frequently implicated as the cause of chronic diarrhoea and malabsorption. Identifying and assessing SIBO is essential as it can cause or exacerbate other gastrointestinal conditions and have far-reaching impacts on your digestive and overall health. So what exactly is SIBO? And could it be the reason why you’re experiencing bloating, diarrhoea stomach ache and fatigue? In this blog, we’ll explore the underlyin ..read more

A healthy gut is essential not only for optimal digestion; it plays a crucial role in the overall functioning of your body, affecting your immune system, your mood and overall wellbeing. Chronic gut issues, ranging from bloating and acid reflux to IBS are very common and while these symptoms can be caused by several factors such as your age or dietary habits, an increasingly common yet lesser known cause is an imbalance in your gut microbiome (or gut flora) also known as gut dysbiosis. WHAT IS THE GUT MICROBIOME? Inside your gut, you have trillions of microorganisms collectively known as m ..read more

“Leaky gut syndrome”, also known as intestinal permeability, is a complex and increasingly recognised condition that can have far-reaching impacts on your digestive and overall health. Identifying and assessing increased intestinal permeability is essential as it can cause or exacerbate other gastrointestinal conditions such as coeliac disease, Crohn’s, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Some studies suggest that leaky gut syndrome may also be associated with other autoimmune diseases (lupus, type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis), chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, arthritis, allergies ..read more

Identifying and treating intestinal permeability quickly and effectively is important as it can have serious knock-on effects, causing or exacerbating other gastrointestinal conditions such as coeliac disease, Crohn’s, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Some studies suggest that leaky gut syndrome may also be associated with other autoimmune diseases (lupus, type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis), chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, arthritis, allergies, asthma, acne, obesity, and even mental health problems. With 50% of adults now experiencing at least one chr ..read more

With rising rates of chronic illness and understaffed health services, functional medicine has become an increasingly popular and highly effective healthcare alternative. Functional medicine uses a holistic approach that personalises therapy depending on the individual, and looks to address the root cause of illness rather than simply managing surface-level symptoms. Functional medicine practitioners use what are known as “functional tests” or “lab tests” to establish a detailed picture of a person’s health and pinpoint the underlying contributing factors to illness. Functional tests have be ..read more

A healthy gut is essential not only for optimal digestion; it plays a crucial role in the overall functioning of your body, affecting your immune system, your mood and overall wellbeing. Chronic gut issues, ranging from bloating and acid reflux to IBS are very common and while these symptoms can be caused by several factors such as your age or dietary habits, an increasingly common yet lesser known cause is an imbalance in your gut microbiome (or gut flora) also known as gut dysbiosis. WHAT IS THE GUT MICROBIOME? Inside your gut, you have trillions of microorganisms collectively known as m ..read more

WHAT IS OSTEOPOROSIS? Osteoporosis is a common and well-defined disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterised by a loss of bone mineral density and bone strength, which can lead to fractures and other serious health problems. WHAT CAUSES OSTEOPOROSIS? The skeleton is a metabolically active system, constantly being remodelled throughout our lives. Osteoblasts are cells that signal the body to build bones, while osteoclasts instruct the body to break down bone and release stored minerals like calcium into the bloodstream. When these two signalling molecules are coord ..read more

WHAT IS OSTEOPOROSIS? Osteoporosis is a common and well-defined disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterised by a loss of bone mineral density and bone strength, which can lead to fractures and other serious health problems. WHAT CAUSES OSTEOPOROSIS? The skeleton is a metabolically active system, constantly being remodelled throughout our lives. Osteoblasts are cells that signal the body to build bones, while osteoclasts instruct the body to break down bone and release stored minerals like calcium into the bloodstream. When these two signalling molecules are coord ..read more