Joanna Marie
School
London Metropolitan University
Expertise
Pilates, Meditation And Yoga, Mental Health And Wellbeing
- Joanna runs her own hair and beauty blog providing solutions to common hair and skin-related ailments.
- Joanna is a big advocate for the health benefits of Pilates and meditation.
- She believes that good muscle and spinal health are two vital ingredients for long-term health and youthfulness.
Experience
Joanna began her career by managing large-scale development events before moving into content marketing. A degree in international development studies gave her a coherent understanding of the various factors that affect good health in developed and developing countries. This includes the environmental, biological, and social factors that also influence human development. These wider determinants of health are often taken into consideration in her work.
Education
Joanna graduated with honors in international development studies and Spanish from London Metropolitan University.
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Stories By Joanna Marie
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Occasional bad breath is normal, but persistent bad breath might be caused by a more serious health condition. Here's when to see a dentist for your bad breath.
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Cigarette smoking accounts for up to 90% of all lung cancer deaths in the United States. In addition to smoking, however, there are other risk factors to watch.
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Antibiotics are known for their ability to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria. However, they can cause side effects, which can occur from long-term use.
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Though as many as 10% of women have endometriosis, the condition remains hard to diagnose and treat. Why is this?
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One exercise that has rapidly gained popularity on TikTok is wall Pilates. Luckily, for those who aren't aware of what it is, we've come up with a guide.
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Summertime can be challenging for those with eczema, but knowing summer triggers and how to cope with them can help. Read on to learn more.
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Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory condition, and while there's no cure, a treatment plan can help manage symptoms and prevent flare-ups.
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If you're breastfeeding and take prednisone, you may wonder about its safety and impact on breast milk. Here's what you should know.
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Those prescribed SNRI medications may wonder if it's safe to drink alcohol while taking them. Here's what you need to know.
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The menstrual cycle is a delicate dance. However, even the slightest misstep can throw it off balance. This is how exercise can change your period.
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Prednisone is a common prescription used to treat autoimmune conditions and other ailments, but it may increase your odds of developing diabetes.
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Sitz baths are sometimes recommended for relieving pain in the perineal area. Here's how to take one and how it works to ease discomfort.
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Cyanosis, or having blue skin, lips, or fingernails, can result from exposure to cold or a number of medical conditions. Here's what you should know.
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Folic acid is important for the body's functioning, but taking too much might obscure that you're deficient in other vitamins. Here's why.
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There are various treatment options for toenail fungus. Surprisingly, some people may also choose to use Vicks VapoRub. Here's how it might help treat it.
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While breastfeeding, many women tend to be careful of what they consume. In fact, some may go as far as eliminating dairy from their diet. But is it necessary?
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You may have heard talk of so-called "super" gonorrhea, but how is it different from the regular infection? Read on to learn more.
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Unfortunately, maternity has its own ups and downs, and postpartum hair loss is something that may happen. Can prenatal vitamins prevent postpartum hair loss?
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PCOS treatment may include the drug Metformin. In order to understand how medications like Metformin work, it's important to first understand what causes PCOS.
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Star anise is a spice that can bring a number of health benefits. Read on to learn more.
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If you have acne alongside your eczema, you may consider taking Accutane. However, many wonder if it's actually safe to take when you have eczema.
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Research has shown that some kinds of birth control can provide the additional positive effect of reducing some cancer risk. Read on to learn more.
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If you've experienced constipation before, you've probably taken medication like MiraLAX or Metamucil. However, many may be wondering which one is better.
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Colon cleanses and laxatives are two methods one might use to treat constipation, but how do the two differ? Read on to learn more.
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Ciclopirox is a topical nail polish medication used to treat nail fungus. Read on to learn more.
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If you've already had a hysterectomy, you're probably aware of the potential complications that can occur after such a major surgery, like a vaginal cuff tear.
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For women experiencing vaginal dryness, laser therapy may be a viable treatment option. Read on to learn more.