Caffeine is one of the most common drugs consumed in the Western world but does it shrink the brain? It is a known stimulant and…
Habits are routine, usually unconscious behaviours completed on a consistent basis. We start forming habits from birth. In fact, habits are adaptive behaviours, meaning they…
During the holiday silly season many of us go, well, just that, a little bit silly when it comes to our health. It is really…
There are a variety of different conditions that can cause digestive issues – some serious – but the most common issues causing poor digestion are:…
What Causes a Sluggish Bowel? A sluggish bowel causes constipation. Constipation usually happens because the colon (part of the digestive system) absorbs too much water…
Health checks are completed by a doctor, usually a general practitioner (GP) or family physician, to detect a common, treatable, and potentially serious health condition….
So What Exactly Is Self-Compassion? Self-compassion refers to cutting yourself some slack and this is a relatively new term in psychology circles. As Dr Kristin…
On occasion I meet individuals who do not like drinking water because they find it too plain. This is often the case if someone’s taste…
When starting any change to your lifestyle it is ideal if you first identify what keeps you motivated. Each person has a different motivation for…
Transcript Hi everyone and welcome to The Ask Dr Cris Show. I often get asked, how do I know if I have an underactive thyroid?…