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June is Lipoedema Awareness Month, a timely opportunity to shine a light on this often-misunderstood condition.

Lipoedema is a chronic disorder that affects the way fat tissue develops and behaves, almost exclusively in women. The underlying pathology involves an abnormal accumulation of subcutane...

When it comes to weight loss, we’ve all heard the mantra: eat less, move more. But if that really worked long-term, wouldn’t we all be at our goal weight by now?

The truth is, your body isn’t a simple calculator. It’s a finely tuned, adaptive biological system—and at the heart of this system are ho...

When we think about healthy aging, it’s not just about living longer—it’s about living well. It’s about having the energy, strength, and vitality to enjoy the best years of your life, doing what you love, with the people you care about. While genetics play a part, research shows that our daily habit...

As most of you know, we are all about health.

There is a fine line between toxic diet culture and changing behaviours to improve health.

At its heart, diet culture promotes weight loss at any cost. In other words, it doesn't matter how you get there as long as you lose weight. Subtext: “thin peopl...

Dr Lucy here. I am a 57 yo menopausal woman and I’m embarrassed to say that as a doctor the menopause transition completely blindsided me. There was so much about menopause that I didn't know- even as a female GP until I was personally affected. This is why I have done so much extra training in Meno...

As medical doctors, we have seen so many people whose quality of life is impacted by chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, strokes, arthritis, osteoporosis, and dementia. They experience pain, reduced mobility and reduced function. They enter retirement having worked hard...

This Valentine's Day, let's focus on the most important heart in your life—your own! Heart disease remains a significant health concern and is still the leading cause of death in both men and women, cl; closely followed by dementia.

And whilst Valentine's Day is traditionally about romantic love, w...

Is alcohol sabotaging your health and weight loss?

Today, we're addressing a topic that significantly impacts women's well-being: alcohol consumption.

It's a topic that we talk a lot about in Momentum

At a population level, men drink more than women. However, research indicates that women are mor...

Fasting is more than just a weight loss tool; it offers a myriad of health benefits that can transform your life. It is a powerful tool that can offer numerous health benefits beyond weight loss.

Fasting vs Calorie Restriction

While both fasting and calorie restriction can lead to weight loss, ...

You’ve probably heard about mitochondria at some point, but do you know how important they are?

These tiny powerhouses in your cells are responsible for producing energy—literally keeping you going. The healthy functioning of mitochondria is vital for overall metabolic health.

Each of your cells ...

Insulin Resistance is on the rise and is one of the leading causes of chronic disease as we age.

And most people have never heard of it!

Insulin is a hormone made by our pancreas and it has several jobs. Its main job is to help move glucose from our blood into our cells where the mighty mitochondr...

Happy Friday! As we wrap up another week, let's focus on a crucial aspect of our health journey: protein intake. Today, we're diving into five compelling reasons why ensuring adequate protein in your diet is essential for your overall well-being and metabolic health.

Protein is King or as we lik...