Hassan Thwaini

Clinical Pharmacist and Copywriter

Master of Pharmacy (MPharm)

Hassan is a specialist clinical pharmacist with a background in digital marketing and business development. He works as a Clinical Copywriter at Numan, leveraging his research and writing abilities to shine a light on the health complications affecting men and women.

Latest articles

weight loss

6 minute read

Does running burn belly fat? Guide to visceral fat loss

If you’re asking “does running burn belly fat?”, you’re probably not chasing a beach-body fantasy. You’re chasing that feeling of being lighter, more in control. For many people, “belly fat” is shorthand for the one area that feels hardest to shift.

weight loss

4 minute read

Is porridge good for weight loss? The complete nutritional guide

When it comes to weight loss, porridge often gets a bad rap. It’s a carb, it’s filling, and it’s comforting, which can make you wonder whether it’s actually good for weight loss, or quietly holding you back.

weight loss

5 minute read

The best exercises to lose belly fat: what actually works (and why)

If losing belly fat were just about “burning more calories,” most people wouldn’t struggle with it for so long. You’d jog a bit more, eat a bit less, and your waistline would follow.

weight loss

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Recipe: Rosemary’s Fakeaway Salmon Stir-Fry

Warm, citrusy, and packed with flavour, this Chinese salmon with wholemeal noodles is a quick, satisfying dish that balances comfort with freshness.

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.

weight loss

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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

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?”

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blood tests

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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.

weight loss

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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weight loss

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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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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

5 minute read

What to expect in the early weeks of oral weight loss treatment

You're a few weeks in. You're taking the tablet every morning, following the routine, managing the nausea. And you're stepping on the scales expecting to see something - anything - and the number is stubbornly staying where it is.

weight loss

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What does the first month on oral semaglutide actually feel like?

If you've spent any time researching oral semaglutide online, you've probably noticed that the accounts tend to fall into two camps: people who say it was completely fine, and people who describe four bumpy weeks.

weight loss

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Does it matter if you miss a dose of the Wegovy pill?

Short answer: usually not. Longer answer: here's what's actually happening when you miss one, and how to make sure it happens less.

weight loss

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Can you drink alcohol on oral semaglutide?

You'll often see either a strict ban or a casual "everything in moderation" online. Neither is particularly helpful. The honest version is that while alcohol doesn't cause a dangerous chemical reaction with your medication, it interacts with your digestion in ways that might catch you off guard.