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The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
My blood pressure has been flagged as pre-diabetic – what should I do?
OUR resident specialist and NHS GP, Dr Zoe Williams, shares her expert advice. Today, 2 Dr Zoe Williams helps Sun readers with their health concerns 2 Dr Zoe helps a reader whose blood pressure was flagged as pointing to pre-diabetic levels Q) I RECENTLY had my free health check and my blood pressure was flagged as pointing to pre-diabetic levels. The high number was 126, and the lower number was 86. My health practice advised me to take statins. Could they help? Any other advice? A) IT is great to hear that you had your health check. They are so important because they help you identify silent but dangerous issues with your blood pressure, blood sugar or cholesterol levels. READ MORE FROM DR ZOE Your blood pressure results seem OK, but it would be a good idea to still look at measures to prevent it getting any higher. Being pre-diabetic relates to a higher-than- normal level of sugar, or glucose, in the blood. It should be taken as a warning sign that you need to make some lifestyle changes. Aim for 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week and eat a healthy and balanced diet, focusing on limiting ultra-processed foods, alcohol and sugary drinks. If you're a smoker, seek support to quit. Most read in Health Statins are medicines used to treat high cholesterol levels and, in doing so, reduce your risk of developing a heart attack or stroke in the future. The good news, though, is that the same lifestyle changes that will help bring down your blood sugar and blood pressure will also help your cholesterol too, and might mean you don't need to take statins. From 'sagging' lobes to 'hearing food' and different shades of earwax - 12 eerie facts about your ears - Dr Philippa Kaye, GP and author TIP IF you are aged 40 to 74 you are eligible for a regular NHS Health Check. It's free and checks your risk of heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease and stroke, and you'll be advised of the symptoms of dementia to look out for.
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
This Morning's Dr Zoe Williams in tears as she urges followers to donate to Gaza aid
This Morning doctor and former Gladiators star Dr Zoe Williams has urged followers to take action and donate as Palestinians die of malnutrition and starvation in a heartfelt post This Morning star Dr Zoe Williams was in tears as she urged followers to donate to trusted organisations that would help provide food, water, medicine and shelter to Palestinians. At least 21 Palestinian children have died of malnutrition and starvation in the past few days - with another 70,000 now suffering malnutrition, medical officials have recently declared. Dr Mohammed Abu Salmiya, director of Shifa hospital in Gaza City, says a further 900,000 children are having to go without food and have been hit by hunger. World Health Organisation Director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the UN and its humanitarian partners weren't able to deliver any food for nearly 80 days between March and May while Israel's blockade of aid was in place. He added that the resumption of deliveries has been insufficient. Amid the humanitarian crisis, This Morning star Dr Zoe took to her Instagram page to share a muted clip of her tearing up on a train. She wrote over the video: "The sickening, heartbreaking, despicable truth is that for many of these children their fate is now already set... "This is the way starvation works, you reach a point of no return, where no amount of food or medical support can make you healthy again, because the damage to vital organs has already been done. "We keep seeing the numbers who have died so far of starvation but in reality that number can already be multiplied by a big number. Every minute and every hour that passes means children go beyond that point of no return." Dr Zoe also guided followers to trusted organisations in her caption, posting: "Do what you can! And act NOW! 1. Donate to trusted organisations: Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP), UNRWA (UN Relief and Works Agency), Doctors Without Borders (MSF), International Rescue Committee (IRC), All Our Relations. Even small donations can help provide food, water, medicine, and emergency shelter." She added: "2. Advocate for Political Change. Political pressure can influence governments to act or shift policy. You can: Write to your MP demanding: A ceasefire, Access for humanitarian aid, Accountability for human rights violations, Join or support peaceful protests and solidarity movements, Sign verified petitions.." Friends and fans took to the comment section to thank the star for speaking out, with one user writing: "Thank you for using your platform to raise awareness and I pray that a miracle happens to help REVIVE humanity to care." "Utterly heartbreaking, can't sleep at night thinking of those affected, hugs," another posted. One added: "Incomprehensible that not more is being done by those in a position to initiate change. There are no words." More than 100 aid and rights groups have warned of mass starvation in Gaza this week, adding that supplies have been "totally depleted".
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
I tried a 'magic' buy for hormonal acne, hair loss and post-pill breakouts - now I need all women to know about it
If there's one thing that hormonal acne sufferers know, it's that there is no 'magic' one-size-fits-all solution. It's one of the trickiest conditions to treat and what works for one certainly isn't guaranteed to work for another - especially when more aggressive medication routes are taken. That said, there's a lesser-known supplement inspiring rave reviews and glowing TikTok testimonials right now, with relieved, often teary-eyed women in their 20s, 30s and 40s expressing disbelief at their improved complexions. Enter Aegle's Clear Skin Complex - one of the many, many supplements designed to aid in acne prevention and treatment in the over-saturated market... yet one that has made a serious impact. Launched by British mum Zoe Williams after a redundancy during the Covid pandemic, the capsules are specifically formulated to help tackle the three most common causes of acne in women: hormonal imbalances, poor gut health and blood sugar levels. How did she know where to start? Zoe, 40, experienced severe acne herself in her mid-20s despite boasting clear skin throughout her teen years. 'Despite trying countless over-the-counter treatments and prescription medications, my skin continued to worsen, leaving me frustrated and searching for answers,' Zoe told FEMAIL. 'Everything changed when I met renowned skin practitioner Fran Kerr. Fran introduced me to a natural approach that focused on addressing the internal root causes of acne through supplements, diet and lifestyle changes. 'Acne is a multifaceted condition with many potential causes, but Fran's research highlighted that most women's acne issues are tied to three key things. Within just a couple of months, my skin cleared up completely and I was thrilled with the results.' Zoe's experience sparked a deep interest in holistic health and nutrition and, eventually, the launch of her business after spending a year as a project manager in the not-for-profit sector. With extra time on her hands after a 2020 redundancy, Zoe started to seriously explore the idea of a business. 'I asked myself "What are the most impactful things I've ever used or experienced that truly changed my life?",' she recalled. 'The first thing that came to mind was how Fran had helped me clear my skin. That experience had stuck with me, and when I started researching what was available in the market, I was surprised to find that - despite 10 years passing - the idea of using supplements to treat acne was still relatively niche.' Zoe realised there was a huge gap in the market for a natural, inside-out solution specifically designed for women. She reached out to Fran and told her she wanted to create a supplement that could 'help as many women as possible'. 'She loved the idea. Drawing on over a decade of experience working with women with acne, Fran developed a powerful, evidence-based formula, which I then took to a UK manufacturer,' Zoe said. 'After two and a half years of research, development, and testing, I launched Aegle's Clear Skin Complex: the only supplement specifically designed to address the three most common root causes of acne in women.' Each capsule includes ingredients like Indole-3-carbinol, Chromium, Vitamin D3, probiotics, rosemary, chicory root and Vitamin A; you can read more about these here. In addition to the product itself, of which two capsules are taken twice a day, the company also offers (free) expert diet and lifestyle guidance available online. The growth of the product was rapid across Europe, with word-of-mouth responsible for the majority of purchases thanks to rave reviews - especially on TikTok. Almost all of them reported noticeable results between 30 and 90 days. Some also noticed improvements in related symptoms like hair loss, digestive health, bloating, sugar cravings, chin hair growth and irregular cycles. 'In the early days after launch, our growth came steadily through word-of-mouth. I was bootstrapping the business, so without a big marketing budget, I focused on building trust and delivering results,' Zoe said. 'Then everything changed when one of our customers, Alex, posted a video on TikTok showing her skin transformation with Clear Skin Complex. The video went viral - racking up over a million views - and orders started flooding in.' After that, the brand sold out twice in a row and has continued to do so ever since. 'That single video completely changed the trajectory of the business. So I did the only logical thing: I hired Alex as our social media manager. TikTok has since become our biggest growth engine, and our community there continues to be one of the most powerful parts of Aegle's journey,' Zoe said. What should you do to ensure best results with your acne journey? Diet and lifestyle Diet plays a major role in acne - particularly when it comes to sugar and simple carbohydrates like white bread and pasta. Reducing these can make a big difference in managing breakouts. Stress is another key driver of hormonal imbalances, so finding ways to manage it - like spending time in nature - can really help. We also recommend gentle, regular exercise and aiming for 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night to support overall skin health. Can men try Aegle's? We have many men who take Clear Skin Complex and see great results. The root causes of acne - such as hormonal imbalances, poor gut health, and elevated blood sugar levels - are often the same in men and women, though they can show up differently. For example, hormonal imbalances in women may lead to symptoms like excess hair growth on the chin, which is completely normal in men. While the symptoms differ, the internal imbalances are similar, which is why the supplement can be effective for both men and women. That said, we've chosen to focus specifically on women, as adult acne is significantly more common in women than in men. The supplement was developed using studies and clinical insights based on women's hormonal patterns and physiology. There's also a well- documented gender health gap, and we're proud to be part of the movement addressing it by creating targeted, research-based solutions for women's skin health. Hannah Barnett, 32, was overwhelmed when she tried the product for the first time as she'd struggled with hormonal breakouts since the age of 14. 'I have tried just about every skincare product and prescription treatment out there. As I approached 30, I was still battling stubborn breakouts and had almost lost hope of ever achieving clear skin,' she said. 'I came across Aegle's on TikTok and, after seeing so many positive reviews, I decided to give it a chance. Within just two weeks, I started noticing improvements, and by the end of the 90 days, my hormonal acne finally started to clear. For the first time in nearly 15 years, I wasn't experiencing constant, painful breakouts... life-changing!' Prita Fermah, 29, turned to the product after breaking out when she came off the contraceptive pill. 'It was affecting my confidence, and no matter what products or treatments I tried, nothing seemed to make a difference. That's when I stumbled across Aegle's. I'll be honest, I was a bit skeptical at first, but after seeing so many genuine stories, I decided to give it a go,' she said. 'For the past two months, I've been using Aegle's supplement, and it's truly been a game changer in my skincare journey,' Victoria, 31, said 'It was a couple of months when I started noticing a real change in my skin, with my breakouts becoming so much more manageable. Working in the beauty industry, I have so many conversations with clients and friends about skin concerns, and I've found myself recommending Aegle's to others who are dealing with similar hormonal breakouts. 'It's been such a game-changer for me, and it feels good to be able to share something that's genuinely made a difference in my skin journey.' As for what's next, Zoe hopes to be able to expand the product offering and bring the magic of the brand to Australia (instead of shoppers shipping from England). 'We'd love to bring Aegle's to more women across Australia,' she said. 'As the business continues to grow, we'd love to explore partnering with a local distributor to help reduce shipping costs for our Australian customers. 'If you're struggling with acne, please don't lose hope! There is a natural solution that can address the root causes and help clear your skin for good. 'We'd love to support you on your journey to healthier, clearer skin.'
The Guardian
7 days ago
- Business
- The Guardian
Job prospects in the UK are grim – no wonder our kids are escaping abroad
Zoe Williams' piece on today's nepo job market is on the nose and tells me that nothing has changed in the past 40 years (Looking for a job? Who you know probably matters more than what you know, 15 July). It's not much to do with artificial intelligence, and studying chemistry is not the solution. Anecdotally, of the 13 engineering science graduates from Keble College, Oxford, in 1982, only three found work in the UK – in Daddy's firm. The rest of us went overseas. My nephew recently graduated in chemical engineering from Durham and could get nothing better than a lab assistant job in the UK. So he's joining a Norwegian oil firm in Stavanger, upstream research for the trading desk. My eldest daughter, a paramedic graduate, seems destined for emergency response in the Australian mining industry. My youngest has dreams of studying medicine. But Daddy has just explained to her that it means working overseas on graduation, attempting to default on the £100,000 debt she'll accumulate and never coming back. The reason this country is a declining parody of a developed nation is that kids are best served graduating from the Airport Bookstore School of Management and honing their bullshitting skills. Managers with a visceral understanding of the business and the conviction to recruit, train and retain the right talent are rare. So it defaults to HR drones and their clickbait competency AndersonBarwick-in-Elmet, West Yorkshire
ITV News
16-07-2025
- Health
- ITV News
Cosmetic Cowboys: Non-surgical cosmetic procedure checklist
Over 2,000 anti wrinkle injections are being administered in the UK each day. But how can you be sure that your jab is safe? This non-surgical cosmetic procedure checklist has been commissioned by Save Face and Dr Zoe Williams. Save Face is a government approved register for doctors, nurses and dentists who provide non-surgical cosmetic treatments. This checklist is designed to inform patients of best practice when it comes to non-surgical cosmetic procedures. You can download the checklist here. Before Your Appointment Research the clinic and practitioner and check reviews Confirm the practitioner is registered with a PSA-accredited register - follow the link and enter the practitioners surname Check their professional qualifications (GMC, NMC, GDC, GPhC) - follow the link and check the practitioners details If you are considering Botox, you MUST have a face to face consultation with a qualified prescriber (doctor, nurse prescriber, dentist or a prescribing pharmacist) prior to having treatment. Even if a non-qualified person, such a beautician, is doing your injections During Your Consultation Your medical history will be taken, and a consent form provided You'll be informed about expected results and how long they might last Immediate effects post-treatment will be explained Possible complications and their management will be discussed Aftercare instructions and expectations will be clearly communicated Before and after photos should be taken What to Look For in a Reputable Clinic The clinic is clean, professional, and well-maintained The treatment room provides a private, comfortable environment with adequate lighting and a proper treatment couch Hand washing and sanitizing stations are available Staff wear appropriate PPE (gloves) for your safety Surfaces and equipment are properly disinfected between clients Sharp waste is disposed of safely and correctly Regarding Products and Equipment Unopened products should be shown before treatment, with the brand and LOT number. Take a photo for future reference, should you later see another clinician You can check that the product is an MHRA regulated product here During Your Treatment
