Articles written by Nicci Talbot

Vinyasa or 'flow yoga' is a dynamic form of yoga that combines breath with movement. It offers a full body workout and has numerous health benefits.

Apr 30, 2012 - Nicci Talbot

The Fatigue Solution is an 8-step programme to help you identify and treat the causes of fatigue and boost your energy levels. A new book by Dr Eva Cwynar.

Mar 31, 2012 - Nicci Talbot

Kate Figes new book Couples is a mix of academic theory and real life interviews of 120 couples. Here are her top tips for making love endure.

Feb 29, 2012 - Nicci Talbot

MARIA is a new imaging system that detects breast cancer via radiotherapy. It is non-invasive, quick, pain-free, and safer than a traditional mammogram.

Jan 31, 2012 - Nicci Talbot

The French government has advised women with PIP implants to have them removed after recent health scares and will use public funds to pay for the surgery.

Dec 26, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Sacred Pleasures is a London-based organisation offering workshops in sacred sexuality. I went along to find out more about conscious BDSM and urban tantra.

Nov 30, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Jade love egg exercises help you to increase PC muscle strength and have better sex & orgasms. I attended a sexuality salon at Coco de Mer to find out more.

Oct 23, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

There are lots of pelvic toners on the market and most are made of plastic. Here's a review of a Jade love egg, a healing stone that enhances sexual energy.

Sep 30, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Embroideries is an ongoing creative campaign against FGM. Send in your 8x8" vulva patches to make a giant quilt for display at Coco de Mer erotic boutique.

Aug 25, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

New research shows that wearing silk briefs can reduce the symptoms of thrush and lichen sclerosus. And now you can try a pair on prescription on the NHS.

Jul 29, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

The Billings Ovolution Method (BOM) is a natural family planning system that enables a woman to plan or prevent pregnancy. Here's how it works.

Jun 30, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Natural family planning can help you plan and prevent pregnancy without relying on artificial hormones or medical devices. Here's how to chart successfully.

May 30, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

A third of women develop some form of prolapse after menopause, hysterectomy or childbirth. Here's an overview of the different types and how to prevent it.

Apr 15, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Toxic shock syndrome has been linked to the use of viscose-rayon tampons. Here's what the research shows about causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

Mar 29, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

How safe is the cervical cancer jab and which vaccine should you go for? Here's how Gardasil and Cervarix compare, and what the research trials show so far.

Feb 28, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a "bigger cause of some oral cancers than tobacco," experts have said. Here's an overview of HPV and how it can be managed.

Feb 23, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Lelo's Gigi is the second bestselling toy at Babeland.com so I was curious to give her a try. She is a petite vibrator designed for g-spot massage.

Feb 20, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

The IUD (copper coil) is a reversible form of contraception that is suitable for most women. Here's how it feels, and the key differences with Mirena (IUS).

Feb 17, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Persona is an electronic birth control device that measures fertility levels to help you plan or prevent pregnancy. Here's how it compares to other methods.

Feb 8, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Endometriosis is a hormonal condition that causes an overgrowth of womb tissue in other parts of the body. Here's an overview of diagnosis and treatment.

Jan 31, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Vital Signs offers 12 essential tests to help you optimise your health and avoid the need for medication in later life. Here's how it works.

Jan 28, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

The UK government has launched a voucher scheme to help people improve their health & fitness. Here's how it works, and how to claim your free £50 voucher.

Jan 3, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Trichomoniasis ('trich') is an STI caused by the tiny single cell parasite Trichomonas vaginalis. Here's an overview of STI testing and treatment options.

Dec 30, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Classic Christmas films have great comedy moments, that feel-good factor, and celebrate the important things in life. Here are our top 10 must-see movies.

Dec 29, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Looking for a brand new body after all that Christmas excess? Then ditch the diet. Here are my top 5 alternative health tips to help you detoxify naturally.

Dec 23, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Yes is an organic personal lubricant that comes in two varieties: water & oil-based. It can help with vaginal dryness and fertility. We put it to the test.

Dec 21, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Maca root is a Peruvian plant that boosts energy, regulates hormone levels and raises libido. Powder or supplement? Here are some recipe suggestions.

Dec 16, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

The Orgasmic Birth is an award-winning documentary film by Debra Pascali-Bonaro, which explains how childbirth can be as pleasurable as sex.

Dec 3, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Thrush is a common vaginal infection caused by an excess of Candida yeast in the body. Here's an overview of causes, symptoms, & holistic treatment options.

Nov 20, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Slimsticks are a weight loss aid that can reduce calorie intake by 30% and control your appetite mechanism for up to eight hours. We put them to the test.

Nov 13, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Sensual Soirees are organised by Sensual Spirit, a dating & networking site for singles, couples, and polyamorists. I went to see what they have to offer.

Nov 9, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Nestorone gel is a new contraceptive, which offers women an alternative to the pill. It does not trigger skin outbreaks or weight gain. Here's how it works.

Nov 7, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Rape-aXe is an updated version of the chastity belt - an anti-rape device that helps deter rapists in countries such as South Africa. Here's how it works.

Oct 12, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

'Kaytec-yenza' is an African word that describes the delicious sensation a man feels when a woman wears a female condom. Nicci Talbot puts it to the test.

Oct 11, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

French Letter is the first ethical condom brand to ensure better working conditions for the producers. There are four styles and you can buy them online.

Sep 18, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

A Swedish company has developed a new test that can predict whether a woman will need to have a caesarean during labour. Here's how it works.

Sep 13, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

LibiGel is a testosterone gel for menopausal women who have been diagnosed with FSD. It is currently undergoing clinical testing to see how effective it is.

Sep 1, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Flibanserin is a potential medication for female sexual dysfunction. It didn't gain FDA approval this year but research is ongoing into its effectiveness.

Aug 23, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Qlaira is a new contraceptive, which contains a bio-identical form of estrogen. It can help ease heavy & prolonged menstrual bleeding. Here's how it works.

Aug 12, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

The Brazilian Blow Dry is a new salon hair treatment that promises glossy, frizz-free hair for up to four months. Does it work, and is it worth the money?

Aug 8, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Launched in 1960 in the US, the Pill was thought to be a "miracle" advance, which separated sex and procreation. Here's a timeline of how it came to be.

Aug 2, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

EllaOne is a new form of emergency contraception that works for up to five days after unprotected sex. Here's an overview of how it works & where to get it.

Jul 20, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

A blood test to help women predict when they will reach menopause has been developed by Iranian researchers. Here's how it will work.

Jul 12, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Genital warts account for 1 in 5 reported STIs in the UK and this figure is rising. Here's an overview of causes, symptoms, treatment & the new vaccination.

Jun 19, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

The website WouldHaveSaid.com provides an outlet for unexpressed emotions, and publishes one letter a day. Suite101 spoke to its founder, Jackie Hooper.

Jun 6, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

British Military Fitness offers group outdoor workout sessions for all ages and abilities, and the first class is free. Suite 101 puts it to the test.

Jun 3, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a common virus known as herpes simplex (HSV). Learn abut signs, symptoms and treatment options.

May 31, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Gonorrhoea is an STI caused by a bacterium "Neisseria gonorrhoeae." It's the second most common STI. Here's an overview of causes, symptoms, and testing.

May 13, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Hopi ear candling is an ancient holistic therapy, which can help alleviate ear, nose and throat conditions. Here's what happens in a treatment session.

May 11, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

News reports this week show a rise in outbreaks of syphilis in China. Here's an overview of what syphilis is, stages, testing, and treatment options.

May 9, 2010 - Nicci Talbot