Health Records
Who better to manage your health records than you? Now you can store and update all your information within your personal wellness app. The wellness app is an all in one personal health record, health & wellness tracker that helps you get the health and wellbeing you want. The articles you’ll find here will help you understand how to make the most of the personal health record and how to gain a better picture of your overall wellbeing by recording, monitoring and receiving insights on your health, fitness and wellness.
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What supplements help IBS: A look at the evidence
Probiotics, peppermint oil, magnesium and other supplements might help with IBS, especially alongside lifestyle tweaks. But everyone’s different, not all supplements are equal and the evidence varies. Let’s dive in…
Everything you need to know about cervical screenings
Are you due or avoiding your smear test because you’re embarrassed or scared? Read our cervical screening FAQs to put your mind at ease.
You and your Wellness Score
Being aware of your Wellness Score can help you understand what actions you could take to improve your health and wellbeing.
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How to support someone with IBS: Practical and emotional tips
From places to signpost them to and practical help, to emotional care and what not to say, we share ideas on how you could support someone with IBS.
Hydration and IBS: Tips on fluid intake for digestive health and balancing fibre and hydration
We cover not just what to drink and what to avoid but also when and how to drink if you live with IBS. Benefit from
our practical hydration plan to stay hydrated with IBS.
Managing an IBS flare-up: A step-by-step guide to calming sudden or severe symptoms
When IBS symptoms suddenly worsen it can be disruptive and overwhelming. We explore how to manage IBS flare-ups, from what triggers them, what to avoid and what to do when they occur to when medical advice might be needed.
Conversation guide: How to talk to your employer about IBS
Don’t let IBS define your professional value. Instead, carve out a role that respects your health needs – you deserve it! Find tips on how to speak to your employer about your IBS and consider any workplace adjustments you may need.
Returning to work with IBS: Finding confidence and balance
Getting back to work after IBS can feel daunting but it needn’t be. Learn about NHS fit notes, workplace adjustments your GP might suggest and more, no matter if you’re returning to work full-time, part-time, are currently unemployed or switching roles.
IBS, the gut microbiome and antibiotic use: What the evidence says
Frequent antibiotic use can increase IBS risk but they can still save lives and should be used only when truly necessary, with gut support. We share practical self-management tips around how to restore your gut health after antibiotics.