Fears about COVID-19 have prompted online searches and plenty of misinformation about how to strengthen the immune system. As worries grow about this novel coronavirus, online searches for ways to bolster the immune system have surged. Perhaps clarification of the best strategies to stay safe, who is most vulnerable to COVID-19, and a listing of vitamins and supplements [...]
These are unprecedented times. COVID-19 (the illness caused by the new coronavirus SARS-CoV-2) has officially been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. Many countries have sealed their borders and put the population under voluntary or enforced lockdown. Cultural and sporting events have been cancelled or postponed - pubs and restaurants are closed, and people [...]
Amidst the unfolding situation in relation to the Coronavirus or COVID-19 we have put in place special measures at Como Diagnostic to protect patients and staff. If you have fever, a temperature, or cold and flu symptoms and have recently travelled overseas, have spent time with someone who has Coronavirus (COVID-19) or believe you may be [...]
Do you or someone you know suffer from a thyroid condition? If so, you may be aware how big of an impact this small gland can have on the body. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that sits in the lower part of your neck. Its primary role is to produce the hormones thyroxine (T4), [...]
Fatty liver disease is becoming increasingly common in many parts of the world, affecting about 25% of people globally It is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes and other disorders characterised by insulin resistance. What's more, if fatty liver isn't addressed, it may progress to more serious liver disease and other health problems. What is [...]
Menopause: 13 Things Every Woman Should Know 1.What is Menopause? Women past a certain age will experience menopause. Menopause is defined as having no menstrual period for one year. The age you experience it can vary, but it typically occurs in your late 40s or early 50s. Menopause can cause many changes in your body. The [...]
Lifestyle changes may assist in controlling biologically driven body changes. You spend hours in the gym every day. You eat nothing but grilled chicken, fish, and salads. Yet the numbers on the scale don't budge — or worse, they slowly creep up, along with your waist measurement. Hormonal fluctuations and other shifts that come with menopause [...]
At Como Diagnostic we are always looking for ways to help our patients achieve their health and weight goals and have developed a number of successful lifestyle programs to this end. If you are just edging over your ideal weight and or your blood profile picture is pointing to some mild cardiovascular & metabolic issues then just a few [...]
In our October 2018 blog - 'The Dangers of Belly Fat' , we looked at the health risks associated with belly fat as opposed to subcutaneous fat (think arms and thighs) and the positive effect of diet (reduced calorie intake) and exercise on shedding excess belly or visceral fat. New research has teased this out even further [...]
Enjoy immediate gains by developing a well-rounded program, performing the exercises with good form, and being consistent. Regular physical activity promotes general good health, prevents chronic disease, and helps you live a longer and healthier life. For many of us, the exercise prescription comes in the form of walking, jogging, treadmill work, or other "aerobic" [...]
