Not all Fibre was created equal. A guide to fibre for bowel health.

Not all Fibre was created equal. A guide to fibre for bowel health.

by | Feb 22, 2022 | Bowel Health, Pelvic Floor Health, Physiotherapy

Laxative and fibre supplements are often recommended for those suffering from constipation or disorders of the bowels. Some of the benefits may include:
– Protection against diverticular disease
– Reduce the risk of haemorrhoids
– Reduce the need to excessively strain on the toilet
– Improve constipation and chronically loose stools
– Protect against chronic disease such as heart disease and diabetes
While very important to our health, not all fibres are created equal. It is important to understand the difference between different fibre supplements and how they work to ensure that you are getting the best possible outcomes for your bowels… [Read more]

Lipoedema: no matter what I do, my legs never change shape!

Lipoedema: no matter what I do, my legs never change shape!

by | Feb 12, 2022 | Exercise, lipoedema, lymphoedema, Physiotherapy

Have you noticed that no matter what you do, your legs are always out of proportion to your waist. It doesn’t matter how much you exercise or diet, they just never seem to change. When you mention it to health professionals do you often get told you just need to try harder to lose weight? What may in fact be causing this is not lifestyle choices or not trying hard enough but a condition called lipoedema. [Read more]