House Of Ikigai

18/06/2026

GLP-1 and IBS: Is There Anything to Consider?
Digestive health is a major topic in medical weight loss conversations, particularly for those with existing gastrointestinal conditions such as IBS. Because every patient’s health profile is different, understanding symptoms, medical history, and suitability is an important part of any prescribing discussion with us.

17/06/2026

Why Product Selection Matters in Aesthetic Medicine
Not all aesthetic products are identical, which is why treatment planning often involves careful consideration around safety, suitability, evidence, and patient needs. Product choice should never be viewed as purely cosmetic - it’s part of a wider clinical decision-making process.

16/06/2026

Can You Stop GLP-1 Treatment After a Month?
This is a question many patients ask when first exploring medical weight loss options. Treatment journeys can vary significantly depending on the individual, their goals, and wider clinical factors. Understanding expectations, timelines, and what stopping treatment may involve is part of making informed choices.

15/06/2026

Full Facial Harmonisation: Looking at the Bigger Picture
Facial harmonisation is about considering balance, proportion, profile, and how different features work together as a whole. Rather than focusing on one isolated area, this approach looks at overall facial structure and aesthetic goals to create a more joined-up treatment conversation.

14/06/2026

What If GLP-1 Treatment Doesn’t Feel Like It’s Working?
This is one of the most common questions in medical weight management. Progress can look different from person to person, and expectations, timelines, lifestyle factors, and individual health circumstances all matter. If concerns arise, understanding the wider clinical picture is an important next step.

13/06/2026

Fear of Needles Is Often About More Than Needles
For many people, needle anxiety isn’t simply about discomfort - it can be linked to anticipation, uncertainty, control, or previous experiences. That’s why supportive consultations and open conversations can make such a difference. Feeling heard and informed is an important part of the patient experience.

12/06/2026

Travelling With GLP-1 Medication? Don’t Forget Storage Considerations
If you’re travelling with temperature-sensitive medication, planning ahead matters. Flights, hot climates, hotel rooms, and long journeys can all raise practical questions around safe storage and transport. Knowing how to manage medication while travelling can help reduce unnecessary stress.

11/06/2026

Botox vs Fillers: What’s the Difference?
These are two of the most commonly searched aesthetic treatments - but they work in very different ways. One conversation may focus more on muscle movement and expression, while another may centre around volume, structure, or contour. Understanding the distinction is an important first step for anyone researching facial aesthetics.

10/06/2026

GLP-1 and Alcohol: What Should You Know?
If you’re exploring GLP-1 medications, lifestyle questions naturally come up - including alcohol. Tolerance, appetite, digestion, and individual responses may vary, which is why these conversations matter. Understanding how your lifestyle and treatment plan interact can help support informed clinical decision-making.

09/06/2026