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numan news

5 minute read

Needle phobia costs the NHS an estimated £682 million, new survey suggests

Needle phobia is often treated like a minor inconvenience. A bit of a squeamish reaction to a routine blood test, or a slight shudder when getting a vaccine.

weight loss

4 minute read

The Wegovy Pill is here: this is what it actually means

The UK's medical regulators (the MHRA) have officially approved the Wegovy Pill. It's a daily tablet that contains semaglutide, which is the exact same active ingredient found in the weekly Wegovy injection.

weight loss

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Why you can’t get multiple doses out of the new Wegovy 7.2mg pen

If you've found yourself squinting at the new Wegovy 7.2mg pen after getting used to the 3 x 2.4mg pen schedule, and wondering whether there's a way to take only a partial dose, then you may have some questions. The answer, ultimately, is no. And the slightly longer answer is: please don't try.

weight loss

4 minute read

How to lower your BMI

You’ve calculated your score, but now comes the real work of bringing it down. For decades, the advice on lowering your BMI has followed two seemingly straightforward rules: eat less, move more. For a lot of people, it's slightly more complicated.

weight loss

5 minute read

BMI vs body fat percentage

You can deadlift twice your bodyweight and still be labelled obese on paper. Here's what BMI misses, and where body fat percentage takes the measurement deeper.

weight loss

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Side effects on oral semaglutide: what to expect, and what actually helps

Starting a new medicine means starting with a lot of unknowns. How will it feel? What's normal? When should you worry?

weight loss

6 minute read

Oral GLP-1s: for those who’d rather not inject

If the thought of an injection makes your palms sweat or stomach drop, you're not being dramatic.

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weight loss

6 minute read

How to take Wegovy 7.2mg: a step-by-step guide

If you've recently been moved up to the 7.2 mg dose of Wegovy, you'll have noticed that the pen looks and works differently from the lower doses. The Wegovy 7.2mg pen is a single-use, dose-set device, meaning there's no needle to attach, no priming step, and no dial to turn. The whole injection takes around 5 to 10 seconds.

weight loss

5 minute read

What’s Wegovy 7.2mg and how does it work?

Wegovy 7.2mg is the highest dose available of semaglutide, a once-weekly weight loss medication that has been widely used for the treatment of obesity over the last few years. It's prescribed for adults living with obesity, taken alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity, and works by tapping into one of the body's own appetite-regulating systems.

weight loss

6 minute read

The pill vs the jab: what we know about oral and injectable semaglutide so far

For most people, the words “weight loss medication” still conjure an image of a weekly injection. That’s understandable, as until recently, that was the only option available. But oral semaglutide is being developed and is currently working its way through regulatory approval.

weight loss

6 minute read

Old vs new Mounjaro KwikPen: how to tell the difference

If you've been prescribed Mounjaro, you may have noticed that two versions of the KwikPen are currently in circulation. Both are the same medication, but they work slightly differently, and knowing which version you have matters when it comes to troubleshooting.

weight loss

3 minute read

Wegovy 7.2mg: Understanding the maximum dose for weight loss

Wegovy 7.2mg is now the highest licensed dose, providing a new weight loss option to those who need it.

men's health

4 minute read

Steroid misuse and the inevitable decline in fertility

Anabolic steroids are no longer a fringe issue confined to elite sport or tabloid scandals. They’ve slipped into everyday life, used by men who want to feel leaner, stronger, and more in control of their bodies in a culture that prizes visible results.

weight loss

3 minute read

How to make your meals healthy (without losing flavour)

We all love food that hits the right note: crispy, flavoursome, satisfying. But sometimes, these comforting recipes come with extra calories, fat, or sugar that leave you feeling guilty afterwards. The good news? Small tweaks can make a recipe healthier without sacrificing what you love about it.

blood tests

5 minute read

Liver function blood tests: results, normal ranges, and what they mean

If you’ve been told you need a liver function blood test, or you’ve just received your results, it’s normal to feel a bit uneasy. Liver tests often sound more serious than they are. In reality, they’re one of the most common blood tests used in routine healthcare, and most abnormal results turn out to be mild, temporary, or easily explained.

A smartphone showing blood test results in the Numan app, and a Numan blood test kit with lancet and vial.

weight loss

6 minute read

Is weight loss treatment right for you? Take the assessment

Most people who think about losing weight aren’t starting from zero. They’re starting from a history of trying. Maybe you’ve counted calories, cut carbs, or stripped the joy out of food altogether. Maybe one of those worked for a while, or maybe none of them did. Before you jump into another plan, it’s worth asking a different question: Not “how do I lose weight fastest?” but “what do I actually need?”

weight loss

5 minute read

Recipe: Rosemary’s Sweet Beet Brownies

Rich, fudgy, sugar-free deliciousness, these beetroot brownies use natural sweetness and deep cocoa flavour to create a dessert that feels indulgent but balanced.

weight loss

6 minute read

Recipe: Rosemary’s Go-To Beans on Toast

Comforting, rich, and surprisingly nutritious, this baked beans on toasted wheaten bread is a classic that tastes familiar but is far more satisfying than anything from a tin.