Group B Streptococcus in pregnancy
Group B Streptococcus can colonisation the vagina or rectum in up to a quarter of pregnant women and in a small proportion of these it will cause infection in the baby. Only a small number of women can be tested on the NHS but at Sirona Health you can decide to test privately and have a detailed discussion about how to manage the result.
Periods during the perimenopause … what can happen?
Perimenopause involves complex hormonal fluctuations that impact menstrual cycles. Initially, shorter cycles and heavier periods may occur due to higher FSH and oestrogen levels. As follicle numbers decline further, cycles become more irregular, with missed periods becoming more common.
Iodine deficiency
Iodine is an essential mineral which is especially important for women considering pregnancy, during pregnancy and during breastfeeding
Cycle mapping - how best to monitor your menstrual cycle
Cycle mapping - what you need to know
Berberine for PCOS
Berberine could help lower testosterone levels and the LH to FSH ratio compared to a placebo or no treatment.
Hormones and sleep during the menopause
Progesterone HRT can directly improve sleep quality in the perimenopause and menopause, and oestrogen HRT can indirectly improve sleep quality by improving symptoms which disturb sleep
The role of the microbiome in phytoestrogens
Isoflavones only work in some women with menopausal symptoms and this is thought to be possibly related to the gut microbiome
The Gut Microbiome and Cardiovascular Health
Diet plays a crucial role in cardiometabolic health, influencing both the composition of the microbiome as well as the development of related diseases. The gut microbiome, in particular, has been found to contribute to conditions such as hypertension, obesity, and diabetes through its impact on inflammation, insulin sensitivity, and blood lipid levels. A healthy gut microbiome is one that promotes long-term stability, resists infection, and helps the host maintain metabolic and immune balance.