Entries by Emma Gibbs

Next generation IUD Intrauterine Ball IUB™ Ballerine launched

Consilient Health is launching the next generation IUD, an innovative Intrauterine Ball, IUB™ Ballerine®, a well-tolerated4, hormone free, long-lasting reversible contraceptive. The IUB™ Ballerine® is a novel copper coil and is comprised of copper beads with a total exposed copper surface of 300mm² strung on a flexible Nitinol (nickel/titanium alloy), PET- coated frame. Prior to […]

What about food allergy and intolerance? Are they the same thing? And what do I do if I think I have an allergy?

It’s confusing isn’t it! But there is a difference between food allergy and food intolerance. You can have a food allergy if your immune system over-reacts to a particular protein in common foods such as peanuts, nuts, eggs, milk, crustaceans, sesame and fish. Symptoms of an allergic reaction usually come on quickly and may include […]

Mozzarella Fig Salad

Figs are high in natural sugars, minerals and soluble fibre. Figs are also good sources of minerals including potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, and copper. They also contain small amounts of antioxidant vitamins A, E and K that contribute to health and wellness. Serves:4 INGREDIENTS: 200g fine green beans, trimmed 6 figs, quartered 1 spring onion, […]