What is 'The Urobiome', and how does it affect our bladder health? We take a look at how the bacteria in our urinary system plays a part in conditions like OAB, and chronic UTIs and how we can take steps to improve our Urobiome through nutrition.
Is your uterus causing your need to pee? Adenomyosis, a condition that affects 1 in 10 women, can cause bladder urgency and leaks - but how? We take a look at this disease of the uterus and how it affects millions of women globally.
In moments of fear, stress, or anxiety, our bodies undergo a complex physiological response known as the fight, freeze, or flight (FFF) response. This primal reaction prepares us to either confront or flee from perceived threats - but how does our bladder respond, and is the "peeing yourself with fear" thing really true?
Often referred to as 'bladder leakage', urinary incontinence is a common issue that affects women especially across various stages of their lives - from menstruation to menopause, there are many factors and different types of incontinence that can contribute to leaks.
Did you know that alcohol is a massive trigger for your bladder leaks? You might have noticed the connection after drinking - but even the odd glass or two can result in significant issues with your bladder in the long term. Let's take a look at how your favourite tipple affects your bladder.
Have you ever found that during your period, you feel the urge to pee more? If so, you aren't going mad, it's a real link between our hormones and our menstrual cycle.
Affecting 1 in 10 women, you might have heard of Endometriosis, but lesser known is how it affects the bladder. We take a look at everything you need to know about bladder endometriosis, and how to treat it effectively.
What exactly IS Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause? All these terms and words can be confusing, so we get down to the nitty gritty of exactly what GSM means and how it affects you during menopause.
If you leak when you laugh, you'll know it's no laughing matter. 'Giggle incontinence' is indicative of stress incontinence, but it can be anything but funny when you are worried to let go and enjoy yourself for fear of leaking in public.
If you leak when you laugh, you'll know it's no laughing matter. 'Giggle incontinence' is indicative of stress incontinence, but it can be anything but funny when you are worried to let go and enjoy yourself for fear of leaking in public.
Vaginal atrophy - properly known as Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause, or GSM for short - is a painful, frustrating condition that affects many women as a result of hormonal imbalance, particularly during our menopausal years. It can be an agonising, debilitating condition that affects women both physically and mentally. And if you haven’t heard of GSM, you aren’t alone - it is one of those taboo conditions that women discuss in hushed tones and men pretend not to notice.
Are you inadvertently causing your bladder more problems than you should, simply because you've got into some bad habits when it comes to peeing? If so, you are in good company because the vast majority of adults do at least one of the habits that we are discussing in this article. The Good News is that by simply changing these little things, we can make big differences to our bladder health.
Are you inadvertently causing your bladder more problems than you should, simply because you've got into some bad habits when it comes to peeing? If so, you are in good company because the vast majority of adults do at least one of the habits that we are discussing in this article. The Good News is that by simply changing these little things, we can make big differences to our bladder health.
Do you experience regular UTIs and struggle to manage them? If so, you could be experiencing a condition called 'GSM', or Genito-urinary Syndrome of Menopause. One symptom of GSM is recurrent UTIs - but what is the cause, and can it be treated?
If you are experiencing bladder leaks, you'll have wondered what causes them at some point. There are various factors - from lifestyle to menopause - that can contribute to leaks and incontinence and feel daunting to manage. Recently our community discussed whether something as simple as sugar in our diet could be triggering bladder leaks - so we took the chance for a deep dive into this link.
You will have heard of Botox, of course - usually the staple of the rich and famous to stave off inevitable signs of ageing. But Botox can be a treatment for more than just the odd wrinkle and frown line as it specifically has been found to be beneficial in the treatment of bladder leaks and incontinence.
If you are experiencing leaks, you will likely have googled the life out of the reasons behind it and still feel pretty in the dark. That's because there are many reasons women experience bladder weakness and leaks. Understanding some of the reasons why can help to know what to look for, what to discuss with your doctor and what you can do today to relieve the issues.
Hurrah! It's Christmas... and joy is all around! Well, nearly; because if you have bladder leaks you might be a bit anxious around this time of year, wondering what foods and drinks will trigger that dash to the loo. The great news is that your Christmas dinner won't be one of them - it's the best thing you'll eat for your bladder during the festive period!
Menopause marks a significant natural transition for women, a chapter that is characterised by the end of our periods and fertility. Finding relief from symptoms can be tricky - but are phytoestrogens the natural solution we are all looking for?
Menopause marks a significant natural transition for women, a new chapter that is characterised by the end of our periods and fertility. But for some women, HRT isn't a suitable or preferred option. We take a look at the natural ways you can manage menopause...
There's a lot of focus presently on menopause (thank goodness!) but it's easy to forget, amongst all the chatter, that menopause in itself is a marker, rather than a period of time and there's a whole phase of our lives that comes after that last period.
Typically we think of midlife when we think about menopause, but the reality is that menopause can actually occur at any age - albeit under 45, there is usually an underlying condition, such as Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (aka POI).
'Gynaecological cancer' is the term for the group of cancers that start in a woman's reproductive system. Knowing about the main symptoms to look out for can significantly reduce the risk to you - and it's important to remember that early detection reduces the risk of further stage and progression.
Many of us tend to think of pumpkin seeds as the stuff we scrape out of the Halloween pumpkin. Pumpkin seeds are an absolute powerhouse of a little seed that are packed with nutrients and offer myriad health benefits. exactly what we need in menopause and beyond. So what secret benefits do these tiny seeds offer to us?
Found yourself dashing to the loo more than usual and wondering what the hell is going on? If you feel like you are spending your life on the loo, there are many explanations for why you are peeing more - some a bit more serious than others.