The looming antibiotic crisis

Dr Paul Clayton’s Health Newsletter May 2014 The WHO recently warned that “a post-antibiotic era in which common infections and minor injuries can kill … is a very real possibility for the 21st century.” The word is in common use, but what exactly is an “antibiotic” and why might they be in “crisis”? An antibiotic … Read more

How beta glucans prime the immune system

Learning lessons from the Victorians – their immune systems were better at fighting infections In a recent series of articles published in the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, Dr Paul Clayton revealed fascinating facts about the health and life expectancy of the mid-Victorians. They lived just as long as we do today, and … Read more

10 a day the smart way

Dr Paul Clayton’s Health Newsletter April 2014 “The smart way to 10-a-day fruit and veg – don’t just count portions, but choose the foods which are most health-protective.” You may have seen recent press headlines telling us that we should be eating a minimum of 7 and an optimum 10 portions of fruits and vegetables … Read more

What is a healthy level of cholesterol?

Blood cholesterol tests determine the amount of LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein) ‘bad’ cholesterol, HDL (High Density Lipoprotein) ‘good’ cholesterol) and triglycerides (other fatty substances) in your blood. They are designed to assess whether you have a high, moderate or low risk of getting cardiovascular disease (heart disease or stroke) within the next 10 years. However, … Read more