All about health
Evidence-based articles on health, testing and wellbeing, written by experts and reviewed by doctors.
What is a wheat allergy? Learn more here
Wheat allergies can trigger a range of symptoms, from skin reactions to anaphylaxis. This article explains the different types of wheat allergies and their causes. We also explore the difference between wheat allergy and coeliac disease, and list safe alternatives for those affected.
Lauren Dobischok
Hypotension: low blood pressure – symptoms, causes, treatment
Low blood pressure, or hypotension, can cause symptoms like dizziness, nausea, and fatigue. While it may be harmless for some, it can indicate underlying issues. This article explains causes, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Anna Röll
Gastritis – what to do about an inflamed stomach lining?
Gastritis is the inflammation of the stomach lining and can cause a range of digestive symptoms. It may be acute or chronic, with different causes and treatments. Learn how lifestyle, diet, and medication can support recovery.
Anna Röll
Understanding exhaustion: symptoms, causes, and treatment
Exhaustion is more than just tiredness—it can severely impact your daily life. This article explains its causes, symptoms, and when to seek help. Discover how to support your body in regaining balance.
Anna Röll
Hormones: definition, tasks and the most important hormones at a glance
Hormones play a vital role in nearly every function of the human body. From metabolism and mood to growth and reproduction, they are essential for balance and health. Learn more about what hormones do, where they are produced, and how imbalance can impact your well-being.
Anna Röll
How does iron deficiency occur and how can it be measured?
Iron is essential for red blood cell production and oxygen transport. Deficiency can lead to fatigue, dizziness, and anemia. Learn how to test and manage your levels at home.
Lauren Dobischok
The difference between celiac disease and gluten intolerance
Gluten can trigger a range of symptoms in sensitive individuals. This article explains the difference between celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity. Learn how to recognize symptoms and make informed dietary choices.
Lauren Dobischok
The best foods for your thyroid
Your thyroid plays a vital role in regulating metabolism and energy levels. Certain foods can help maintain proper thyroid function, while others may interfere. Learn how to nourish your thyroid through diet and recognize the signs of dysfunction.
Lauren Dobischok
STI in the throat: symptoms and how to test yourself
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can spread through various types of sexual contact and affect different parts of the body, including the mouth and throat. Chlamydia, gonorrhoea are STIs that can infect the throat.
Lauren Dobischok
Fatty liver: recognizing symptoms and adjusting your diet
Fatty liver disease often goes unnoticed until it causes serious damage. Learn how to recognize early signs and support your liver with lifestyle changes. Homed-IQ’s at-home liver function test offers a simple way to monitor your liver health.
Anna Röll
Chlamydia: Symptoms, Risks, Testing & Treatment
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection that often causes no noticeable symptoms. Without treatment, however, it can lead to complications affecting sexual and reproductive health. Learn how chlamydia spreads, what signs to look for, when to test, and how it can be treated and prevented.
Anna Röll
Vitamin B12: Benefits, Levels, Deficiency & Excess
Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient involved in nerve function, red blood cell production, DNA synthesis, and many other processes in the body. Both low and unusually high levels may be relevant depending on diet, health, medications, and supplement use. Learn about B12 benefits, recommended intake, food sources, testing, deficiency, excess, and risk factors.
Anna Röll
Testicular pain: 6 causes and when you should see a doctor
Testicular pain can be caused by trauma, infections, or other conditions like torsion or cancer. Some cases are harmless, others need urgent care. Learn when to act.
Anna Röll
Ferritin: what is it and what are healthy levels?
Ferritin is the protein that stores iron in your body. Low ferritin levels may cause fatigue, pale skin, or anemia. Learn how to improve your levels and why testing matters.
Lauren Dobischok
Anti-inflammatory diet: Reduce chronic inflammation naturally
Chronic inflammation is linked to serious diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s. Diet plays a major role in regulating inflammation. Learn which foods help fight inflammation and support overall well-being.
Anna Röll
What are triglycerides? Everything about triglyceride levels
Triglycerides are fats that store energy but can raise heart disease risk when too high. Homed-IQ's home test helps track triglycerides, cholesterol, and glucose. Learn if lifestyle changes are needed based on lab results.
Lauren Dobischok
Immunoglobulin G (IgG): indispensable for our immune system
Immunoglobulin G (IgG) is the most common antibody and essential to immune defense. Abnormal IgG levels may indicate infections, autoimmune issues, or immune deficiencies. This article explains IgG's function, related disorders, and available testing and treatment options.
Anna Röll
How can you reduce chronic inflammation?
Chronic inflammation often goes unnoticed but plays a major role in many diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. This article explains the causes and symptoms of inflammation and how you can reduce it with simple lifestyle adjustments. Learn how food, movement, sleep, and stress management can protect your health.
Lauren Dobischok
What high or low ALP levels mean for your health
Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is an enzyme found in the liver, bones, and other organs. Abnormal ALP levels may indicate liver disease, bone disorders, or other conditions. This article explains when to test ALP, what high or low results mean, and when to contact a doctor.
Lauren Dobischok
Can STI symptoms appear within 48 hours?
Can STI symptoms really appear within 48 hours after exposure? While most infections take longer to cause noticeable signs, gonorrhoea and genital herpes may occasionally produce symptoms within the first few days. Learn about STI incubation periods, testing windows, and the best time to get tested.
Lauren Dobischok
6 tips to lower long-term blood sugar (HbA1c)
HbA1c shows your average blood sugar over the past three months. A high level raises your risk for diabetes and complications. These six practical tips help you lower it and support overall health.
Cornelia Grabmeier
Chlamydia vs. Gonorrhea: symptoms, risks & treatment
Chlamydia and gonorrhea are common STIs with overlapping symptoms, but different causes and treatments. This guide explains how to spot, prevent, and treat both infections. Regular testing and early intervention are essential to avoid long-term health complications.
Cornelia Grabmeier
5 tips for a healthy liver: Lowering GGT levels
High GGT levels can be influenced by liver conditions, alcohol consumption, medications, and lifestyle factors. Fortunately, healthy habits such as improving your diet, exercising regularly, and reducing alcohol intake may help support healthier GGT levels. Discover five practical ways to lower GGT and improve your liver health.
Cornelia Grabmeier
How long can HIV go undetected?
HIV can remain undetected in the body for over a decade, silently weakening the immune system. This article explores the stages of HIV, symptom timelines, and the importance of regular testing. Early detection ensures better outcomes and prevents transmission.
Lauren Dobischok
Albumin: what it is and what its levels say about your health
Albumin is the most abundant protein in human blood plasma. It plays a key role in fluid balance and transporting essential substances. Abnormal levels can signal liver or kidney issues and should be medically assessed.
Anna Röll
What can be detected in a stool sample?
Your stool can reveal surprising details about your health. From infections to inflammatory diseases, a simple sample sent to the lab may uncover hidden conditions. Learn what a stool test can and cannot diagnose in this guide.
Lauren Dobischok
Estrogen – estrogen deficiency and estrogen dominance
Estrogen is key to both female and male health. From menopause to mood, this hormone influences many functions. Discover what happens when levels drop or surge.
Anna Röll
STI in the mouth | symptoms and oral STI tests
Oral STIs often have no symptoms but may cause throat pain, sores, or swollen lymph nodes. Chlamydia and gonorrhoea can be detected with a throat swab. This article explains how to recognise symptoms and get tested from home.
Lauren Dobischok
What is hemolyzed blood?
Hemolysis occurs when red blood cells break down, potentially affecting blood test accuracy. It can happen during collection, handling, or transport. This article explains how to avoid hemolysis in your Homed-IQ test.
Lauren Dobischok
Cholesterol: HDL, LDL, Levels & Heart Health
Cholesterol plays an essential role in the body, but keeping HDL, LDL, and total cholesterol within healthy ranges is important for cardiovascular health. Your levels can be influenced by diet, lifestyle, genetics, medications, and other health factors. Learn what cholesterol values mean, how testing works, and how to support a healthier balance.
Lauren Dobischok
What is creatinine and how can you measure its levels?
Creatinine is a waste product filtered by the kidneys. High or low levels can indicate changes in kidney or muscle health. Find out what your levels mean and how to test them at home.
Lauren Dobischok
Can you get an STI from blowjobs? – Risks of oral sex
STIs can be transmitted through oral sex, even though the risk is generally lower than with vaginal or anal sex. Infections such as gonorrhoea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, HPV, and hepatitis B may spread through oral contact, and many throat infections cause no noticeable symptoms. Learn about the risks, possible signs, prevention methods, and which STI tests may be useful after oral sex.
Anna Röll
Helicobacter pylori: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Helicobacter pylori is a common stomach bacterium that may cause inflammation and ulcers. Many infected people show no symptoms. Learn how it is detected and treated.
Anna Röll
What is folic acid? All about vitamin B9
Folic acid is vital for blood cell formation, brain function, and pregnancy. A deficiency may cause fatigue, anemia, or complications during pregnancy. Discover how to check your folic acid levels easily from home with Homed-IQ’s certified test.
Lauren Dobischok
Nausea after sex?
Nausea after sex can be caused by hormonal shifts, physical exertion, or health conditions like infections or endometriosis. Emotional stress can also play a role. This article explains possible causes and offers tips on how to relieve symptoms.
Cornelia Grabmeier
What is homocysteine and why does it matter?
Homocysteine is a natural amino acid found in the blood. High levels are linked to cardiovascular and brain health risks. Learn how to test and manage it at home.
Anna Röll
What is bilirubin? Everything about bilirubin
Bilirubin is a yellow pigment made when red blood cells break down. Elevated levels can indicate liver or blood issues. Learn how to interpret test results and symptoms.
Lauren Dobischok
Chlamydia or urinary tract infection? How to tell the difference
Chlamydia and urinary tract infections (UTIs) are two different conditions with similar symptoms. In this blog, you'll learn how to recognize the differences in causes, transmission, symptoms, and treatments. A timely diagnosis can prevent serious long-term health issues.
Anna Röll
What the color of your urine says about you
Urine color ranges from clear to dark brown and reveals much about your health. It can reflect hydration, food intake, or even disease. This guide helps you interpret urine color and decide when to consult a doctor.
Cornelia Grabmeier
Inflammation markers: your essential health indicators
Inflammatory markers such as CRP, ESR, and calprotectin indicate inflammation in the body. Elevated levels can signal infections or chronic conditions. Learn how to test and manage them with lifestyle adjustments.
Anna Röll
ALT Blood Test: Liver Enzymes, Levels & What They Mean
ALT is an important liver enzyme commonly measured to help assess liver health. Elevated levels can have several possible causes and are often interpreted together with AST and other liver markers. Learn what ALT values mean, how testing works, and what may influence your results.
Lauren Dobischok
High hemoglobin: causes, symptoms and what you can do
A high hemoglobin level may not always cause symptoms, but it can be an important signal from your body. Understanding what it means and what may be causing it helps you take timely and informed action.
Lauren Dobischok
Burning when urinating after sex: 5 common reasons
Experiencing a burning sensation after sex when urinating? This symptom can have many causes, such as infections or irritation. Learn more about possible reasons and how to protect your health.
Anna Röll
Anaemia: symptoms, causes and what you can do about it
Anemia is a condition in which your body lacks enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin. This can cause fatigue, paleness, and shortness of breath. Learn about the types, causes, and how to treat anemia effectively.
Anna Röll
Symptoms of an elevated progesterone level
Progesterone plays a vital role in both female and male health. Elevated levels may cause mood swings, fatigue, and other surprising symptoms. Learn how to detect and treat hormonal imbalances effectively.
Cornelia Grabmeier
Vaginal discharge before period: what’s normal?
Vaginal discharge changes throughout the menstrual cycle and is influenced by hormones. Discharge before your period is often thicker and white. Learn to distinguish healthy changes from signs of infection or pregnancy.
Anna Röll
What is brown discharge and what does it mean?
Brown vaginal discharge is often harmless and can be linked to periods, hormonal changes, or implantation bleeding. However, it may also signal infections or STIs. Learn how to recognise warning signs and when to get tested.
Lauren Dobischok
What is C-reactive protein (CRP)?
C-reactive protein (CRP) is made by the liver and rises in the blood when the body has inflammation. A high-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) test detects small increases and can help assess the risk of heart attack and stroke. While CRP levels below 3 mg/L are considered normal, higher levels may signal inflammation or increased cardiovascular risk. Because CRP can rise for many reasons, results should be viewed alongside other factors like cholesterol and lifestyle. If levels are high, a doctor may recommend further testing, treatment, or healthy lifestyle changes.
Lauren Dobischok
Thyroid Levels: TSH, T3, T4 & What They Mean
Thyroid hormones such as TSH, T3, and T4 play an important role in regulating metabolism and many other body functions. Their levels can provide useful insight into whether the thyroid is functioning normally. Learn about typical ranges, abnormal results, thyroid testing, and ways to support thyroid health.
Lauren Dobischok
Egg allergy – prevalence, symptoms, treatment
Eggs are a staple in many recipes, but for those with an egg allergy, they pose a health risk. This article explains what an egg allergy is, its symptoms, and how it is diagnosed. You’ll also find practical tips for egg-free cooking, including safe substitutes and important label-reading advice. Find out how to manage an egg allergy without giving up your favorite dishes.
Anna Röll
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