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why your appetite changes during your period

weight loss

2 minute read

Hormones and hunger: why your appetite changes during your period

Getting extra hunger pangs during your menstrual cycle is normal, so there's no need to feel guilty. While snacking might be one way to respond, there are other solutions you can explore too.

weight loss

4 minute read

Physical vs emotional hunger: understanding the key differences

Although we often eat in response to physical hunger pangs, it’s also common to eat in response to our emotions. And it can be difficult to tell the difference between the two.

menopausal woman looking accusingly at the scales she stands on

weight loss

3 minute read

Menopause and weight gain: causes and solutions

Weight gain is normal during menopause, affecting at least 50% of women. Understanding the symptoms and causes of menopausal weight gain can help you adapt your lifestyle to stay healthy and happy.

weight loss

3 minute read

Hunger hormones: understanding ghrelin, leptin, and regulating your appetite

When it comes to your health, it’s easy to overlook one critical area: your hunger hormones. Ghrelin and leptin play crucial roles in regulating hunger and fullness. Understanding what these hormones are and how they work can help you manage your appetite effectively.

weight loss

4 minute read

Obesity: a disease, not a lifestyle choice

Obesity treatment is undergoing a radical transformation, fueled by the recognition that both biological and psychosocial factors play a role. This understanding is shaping new, more effective and compassionate strategies for treatment and care.

Drives an average of 21% body weight reduction*

weight loss

2 minute read

Evaluating the effectiveness of Numan's Weight Loss Programme: a 90-day review

At Numan, we've always believed in a holistic approach to weight loss, combining medical treatments with behavioural changes and lifestyle support - and now, it's official. Our comprehensive 90-day retrospective study highlights just how effective this strategy can be.

weight loss

3 minute read

Why we eat our feelings: the science behind emotional eating

Emotional eating is a common challenge that can lead to unwanted weight gain and a complicated relationship with food. It’s not about satisfying physical hunger but rather addressing emotional needs through eating.

men's health

4 minute read

The pros and cons of TRT: 5 benefits and 5 drawbacks

Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) is a widely recognised and extensively researched treatment for low testosterone levels. Medical experts and numerous clinical studies have documented the benefits, as well as the potential risks.

weight loss

5 minute read

Chris: overcoming health challenges with Numan’s Weight Loss Programme

It was an eye-opener for Chris (50) when his doctor told him he had a blockage in his right coronary artery. After trying various weight loss methods, he was keen to try something new.

weight loss

5 minute read

Ellen: from struggle to success with Numan’s Weight Loss Programme

Ellen (27), a tax lawyer who spends her spare time playing Dungeons and Dragons, took a break from battling tax loopholes and goblin hordes, to talk to us about her experience with Numan’s Weight Loss Programme.

Why does my wegovy mounjaro dose increase gradually

weight loss

2 minute read

Why does my weight loss medication dose increase gradually?

If you’ve been prescribed Wegovy or Mounjaro for weight loss, you’ll start your treatment on the lowest dose before your clinician gradually increases the strength. Here's why.

weight loss

2 minute read

Effective strategies and tips for managing weight with PCOS

Gaining and losing weight is often determined by factors out of your control. If you’re female, then one of those factors could be polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Weight gain is such a common effect of the condition that 80% of women in the USA with PCOS are reported to be overweight or obese.

weight loss

2 minute read

The importance of maintaining muscle mass during weight loss

You can’t overlook the importance of maintaining muscle mass during weight loss. It’s vital for supporting your general health and also helps to keep the weight off once you’ve lost it.

men's health

4 minute read

5 times athletes were caught out by a drug test

These days, blood tests and rigorous screening methods make it difficult for athletes to cheat the system with extra juice in their body. But that hasn’t stopped some from trying…

Woman making semaglutide injection in her stomach

weight loss

2 minute read

Mounjaro vs Wegovy

The evidence is clear: when combined with healthy lifestyle interventions, Wegovy and Mounjaro are both effective ways of losing weight. But which one is more effective? Let’s take a look.

weight loss

3 minute read

The link between weight loss medication and better heart health: what you need to know

We know that semaglutide, the active ingredient in the weight loss medication Wegovy, drives an average of 15% weight reduction. However, recent research has highlighted another exciting development: cutting the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

weight loss

2 minute read

Is Mounjaro effective for weight loss?

Mounjaro has changed the game when it comes to treating obesity. Clinical trials have found that when combined with positive lifestyle changes, it’s the most effective weight loss medication yet. But how does it work, and just how effective is it? Let’s take a look.

erections

3 minute read

Do erectile dysfunction medications cause constant erections?

When seeking treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED), you want to know all the facts. And you might be put off by rumours of neverending erections in inconvenient places.