Why Is Fasting Needed Before Cholesterol Blood Tests?
Maintaining a healthy level of both good cholesterol and bad cholesterol is essential for overall health. Complications can arise if cholesterol levels get too high. If cholesterol builds up too much in your blood, this waxy substance will eventually create plaque which results in clogged arteries that affect heart health. Unfortunately, high cholesterol levels have […]
Can Kidney Function Tests Help Detect Kidney Stones?
Passing kidney stones can be very painful and interrupt your daily life. If you think are experiencing symptoms of kidney stones, speak with your doctor immediately. The most effective way to diagnose kidney stones is by taking a kidney function test.Anna Pharmacy offers kidney function tests in Wallington, Sutton, Hackbridge, and Carshalton. Schedule your appointment […]
Do Anaemic People Take Iron Supplements for The Rest of Their Lives?
Have you felt overly exhausted recently? Do you find it hard to make it up the stairs without getting winded even though you’re physically fit? If so, it’s possible that you may have low iron levels which can cause iron anaemia– especially if you’re a woman. You can take simple iron anaemia blood test at […]
Why Do We Need Regular Cholesterol Blood Tests?
As we get older there are certain blood tests that should be part of our routine healthcare practices. A regular cholesterol blood test is one of the best ways to understand, improve, and manage your cholesterol levels. Check with your neighbourhood pharmacy to see if they offer a complete cholesterol blood test (a.k.a lipid panel […]
How to Manage Your Diabetes with Diet and Lifestyle Changes?
More than 5 million people in the UK have diabetes. Diabetes can affect people of all ages. The good news is that the earlier diabetes is detected, the earlier you can learn to manage your diabetes with simple lifestyle changes.If you have symptoms or risk factors for diabetes, your GP may recommend a blood test […]
10 Ways to A Healthy Liver
The liver is essential for keeping you healthy by filtering toxic substances that enter your body, it acts as your body’s built-in filtration system.A simple blood test for liver function can determine the health of your liver and determine if there are any medical issues that need to be treated. Changes in certain levels of […]
Kidney Stones: How to Avoid Them and Treat Them Safely
Kidney stones are no fun! These are hard mineral deposits (stones) that form inside your kidneys that cause excruciating pain when they pass through your urinary tract.As many as 12% of people in the UK are affected by kidney stones. And once you’ve had one kidney stone, there’s a 50% chance that you will have […]
Discuss the Role of Diet and Exercise in Managing Diabetes
Are living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes? If so, it’s likely that your symptoms are being managed by medication prescribed by your GP. However, physical activity and nutrition can play a significant role in staying healthy and managing diabetes by keeping blood sugar levels within the target range. Regular blood tests for diabetes […]
What Are the Functions of Our Kidneys?
Our kidneys filter waste and remove extra fluids from our blood through urine. Kidneys also help keep chemicals such as, Sodium, Potassium, and Calcium balanced in our body. Also, they make hormones that help control our blood pressure and stimulate the bone marrow to produce red blood cells. Kidneys also control the acid in our […]
Doctors Can Quickly Treat Cholera with Antibiotics If Diagnosed Early
Most of us know that Cholera is a type of bacterial disease, and most people can commonly acquire this through dirty or contaminated water. It can cause a person severe diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration. If not adequately treated as early as possible, it can be hazardous and life-threatening, even if you are a healthy individual. […]