Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

💚 Let’s talk about IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) 🌿

IBS affects the digestive system and can cause cramps, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, and tiredness — but the good news is, you can manage it! 🙌

✨ Top tips to ease symptoms:
🥛 Drink 1–1.5L of fluids daily
🥗 Keep a food & symptom diary
🚫 Avoid fatty, spicy, and processed foods
🦠 Try probiotics for a month
🚶‍♀️ Stay active & manage stress
🥦 Ask a dietitian about the low FODMAP diet

If symptoms last more than 4 weeks, see your GP for advice and tests. 💬

#IBSAwareness #DigestiveHealth #GutHealth #HealthyLiving #NHSTips #LowFODMAP #BloatingRelief #BelfastGP #Kensingtonmedicalcentre

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

💪 Take charge of your recovery! 🏃‍♀️✨

You can now self-refer to physiotherapy — no GP appointment needed! 🙌
Simply download the My Care app, fill out the quick form, and get connected directly with a physio specialist. 💬

📱 Track your appointments
🤸 Access tailored exercise plans
🩺 Get “waiting well” advice while you recover

Fast. Easy. Empowering. Your care, your way. 💙

#Physiotherapy #MyCareApp #BelfastGP #Kensingtonmedicalcentre

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

🍎 Decode your food labels like a pro! 🕵️‍♀️

Ever grabbed something “low fat” or “sugar-free” thinking it’s healthy? 🤔 Here’s the truth 👇

✅ Ingredients are listed from most to least — if sugar or fat is near the top, there’s a lot of it!
⚠️ “Light” = 30% less of something (not always healthy!)
🥛 “Low fat” = ≤3g per 100g, but could still be high in sugar
🚫 “Unsweetened” = no added sugar, but may have natural ones 🍌

👉 Always read the full label — not just the buzzwords. Smart choices start with smart reading! 💪

#HealthyEating #NutritionTips #FoodLabels #EatSmart #BelfastGP #HealthyChoices #DietitianApproved #MindfulEating #WellnessJourney #NutritionEducation #Kensingtonmedicalcentre

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

💚 Let’s talk about IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) 🌿

IBS is a common digestive condition that can cause:
😣 Stomach cramps
💨 Bloating
🚽 Diarrhoea or constipation
🥱 Fatigue and nausea

But don’t worry — there are ways to manage it! 🙌

✨ Top tips:
🥛 Drink 1–1.5L of fluids a day
🍎 Keep a food & symptom diary
🚫 Avoid trigger foods (fatty, spicy, or processed)
🥦 Ask about the low FODMAP diet
🧘 Manage stress — it really helps!

If symptoms last more than 4 weeks, speak to your GP for advice and support 💬

#IBSAwareness #GutHealth #DigestiveHealth #Kensingtonmedicalcentre #BloatingRelief #LowFODMAP #HealthyGut #NutritionTips #WellnessJourney #BelfastGP

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

🥩 The truth about processed & red meat 🍔

Did you know eating too much bacon, sausages, or ham can increase your risk of bowel cancer? 🚫
🔹 Processed meat = definite cause (Group 1 carcinogen)
🔹 Red meat = probable cause (Group 2A carcinogen)
🔹 Around 54% of bowel cancer cases are preventable through healthy eating & lifestyle 🌿

🥗 Try lean options like chicken, fish, or lentils
🌱 Add a meat-free day — your gut will thank you!

Balance is key — not elimination. 💪

#HealthyEating #NutritionFacts #ProcessedMeat #CancerPrevention #EatSmart #WellnessTips #BelfastGP #HealthyLifestyle #MeatFreeMonday #NutritionEducation

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

🍭 The truth about sweeteners — busted! 💡

Artificial sweeteners give you the sweet taste without the sugar or calories 🍬
✅ Safe & strictly tested in the UK
✅ No proven link to cancer (per Cancer Research UK & BDA)
✅ You’d need to drink 14 cans of Diet Coke a day to hit the safe limit for aspartame 😱

💬 They’re fine in moderation — but remember, sweeteners don’t make food healthy. Choose whole, nutritious foods most of the time 🌿

#Sweeteners #NutritionFacts #HealthTips #SugarFree #HealthyChoices #NutritionMyths #WellnessJourney #DietTips #BalancedDiet

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

🎯 Ready to crush your health goals? Let’s make it happen the SMART way! 💪

Instead of vague resolutions, set goals that are:
✅ Specific – “Drink 1L of water during work hours.”
✅ Measurable – “Walk 30 mins, 5 days a week.”
✅ Achievable & Realistic – progress, not perfection!
✅ Time-bound – track your wins and stay accountable.

Start small with 2–3 simple habits and build from there. 🌿
Remember — consistent actions lead to lasting results!

#SMARTGoals #HealthyHabits #WellnessJourney #GoalSetting #FitnessMotivation #MindfulLiving #HealthTips #ConsistencyIsKey #LifestyleGoals #SmallStepsBigResults #BelfastGP #Kensingtonmedicalcentre

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 1

Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

💪 Small steps = big health wins! 🌿

Reaching a healthier weight isn’t about crash diets — it’s about realistic goals and sustainable habits. ✨

🎯 Set goals you can achieve (aim for 1–2 lbs per week)
🥗 Focus on nutrition + movement, not restriction
🧠 Use the 80/20 rule — stay healthy 80% of the time, enjoy life 20% 😉
💬 Expect setbacks — learn, adjust, and keep going 💚

It’s not just about losing weight — it’s about feeling stronger, happier, and more confident every day. 🌞

#HealthyHabits #WeightLossJourney #Wellbeing #NutritionTips #LifestyleGoals #HealthMotivation #FitnessInspiration #Kensingtonmedicalcentre #MindfulLiving #BelfastGP

1 month ago | [YT] | 1

Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

🌿 Small habits = big health wins! 💪✨

You don’t need a total lifestyle overhaul — just a few simple, sustainable changes can boost your energy, mood, and longevity 🌞

✅ Hydrate: Aim for 6–8 glasses a day 💧
🥗 Eat balanced: Nourish your body at every meal
🚶‍♀️ Move daily: 150 mins of activity a week adds up!
😴 Sleep well: 7–9 hours for recovery
🍫 Smart swaps: Crisps → nuts, big bars → dark choc minis 🍎

Start small, stay consistent, and watch your health transform 🌼

#HealthyHabits #NutritionTips #Wellbeing #FitnessMotivation #BelfastGP #HealthyLifestyle #MindBodyBalance #WellnessJourney #Kensingtonmedicalcentre #EatWellLiveWell

1 month ago | [YT] | 1

Kensington Medical Centre Belfast

💙 Everyone deserves care, dignity, and a safe place to heal.

The incredible Homeless Health Nurses go beyond medicine — they help people find stability, rebuild their lives, and feel seen. 🏥✨

From flu jabs to mental health support, they ensure those without an address still get the care they deserve. Because healthcare isn’t a privilege — it’s a human right.

Homelessness isn’t just a Christmas issue — it’s a 365-day reality. Let’s keep compassion alive all year round. 💫

#HomelessnessAwareness #HealthForAll #NHS #CommunityCare #CompassionInAction #HumanityFirst #HomelessSupport #KindnessMatters #EveryoneDeservesCare #BelfastGP

1 month ago | [YT] | 1