Whelehans Health News

“I’m not Overweight, I just need to be 7 ft 6in tall” Whelehans FREE “True Body Fat” Discovery Day Thurs 7th February Get checked - Learn your true body fat inside and out. It’s that time of year…… it’s all about a New Year, New You…. losing weight, getting fit, healthy this year. For many, the first step will be a weight check and with this usually comes a BMI check. BMI (Body Mass Index) is a measure of body fat based on your height and weight. These are then plotted on a “standard” chart to give a number…which then...

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Gingivitis (Gum Disease) Gingivitis is more commonly called gum disease and is caused by a build-up of bacteria in the gums. It causes gum irritation, red swollen gums, and bleeding. Gingivitis can be mild and many are not aware they have the condition and only get treatment when it is too late (ie) gum and dental damage is evident. Gum disease can have a detrimental effect on your overall health. Gum disease is associated with more risk of heart attack, stroke and lung disease. In women, it is linked to premature birth or low birth weight babies. It is not...

ASK YOUR PHARMACIST Treatment of chronic constipation in children Eamonn Brady is a pharmacist and the owner of Whelehans Pharmacies, Pearse St and Clonmore, Mullingar. If you have any health questions e-mail them to info@whelehans.ie   As I mentioned last week, stool softeners and laxatives are rarely needed for constipation in children; the likes of diet changes will ease the problem. However chronic constipation refers to constipation that lasts longer term (eg. weeks or months) and is a more serious problem. If constipation is long term, doctors may consider prescribing laxatives.   Age 1 to 6 months If it is...