Dr Nish Manek
Dr Nish Manek is a GP in London. She completed her medical degree at Imperial College and was runner-up in the University of London Gold Medal. Manek has also developed teaching courses for Oxford Medical School, and has penned articles for The Guardian and Pulse magazine.
Recent articles by Dr Nish Manek
What is a fever dream?
Strange dreams are the last thing you want when feeling ill, yet they're very common.
Should I be adding protein to my coffee?
Influencers are putting protein in their coffee, but does it have any benefits?
Can you really tell what type of headache you have based on where the pain is?
A complete guide to what your headache means.
Why shouldn’t I drink alcohol when I’m taking antibiotics?
Here's how alcohol and antibiotics actually interact.
What does cancer being in remission actually mean?
It's a term many people are using incorrectly.
Why do I get so bloated?
Time to undo the top button on your jeans.
Should I use a footstool when I’m pooping?
Could this be the pooping hack you've been missing your whole life?
Do women make for better endurance athletes than men?
In long-distance events, men tend to take the lead. But what happens in ultra-endurance competitions?
Why does my belly button smell? A doctor explains
GP Dr Nish Manek explains the (extremely gross) science behind stinky navels – and what you can do about the problem.
Why do people’s exercise needs vary so much?
Understanding your own needs is the key to effective exercise.
The hidden health risks caused by shapewear, explained by a doctor
Shaping underwear promises to smooth out our lumps and bumps but there are often compromises.
What is a food pyramid and can it help me eat a healthy diet?
It's simple, but could be the key to getting the balance right in your diet.
What’s the difference between aspirin, paracetamol and ibuprofen?
You'll never have a headache over which painkillers to take again.
Why does it get harder to stand up as you get older?
Creak, crack, pop, groan...
Here’s why you get a lump in your throat when you’re about to cry
Strong emotions cause physical responses in the body, and it's not always pleasant. A doctor recommends how to deal with this common sensation.
Here's why musicians pull such weird faces
Those strange expressions actually serve a purpose.
A doctor reveals how to pick a pillow to banish back pain
Proper spinal support when asleep can bring some relief to back pain, here are some general guidelines that could help however you sleep.
Stoptober 2024: Here's what giving up alcohol actually does to your body
Going sober can positively impact your health. A doctor explains what happens when you stop drinking over days, weeks, months and years.
How do I stop hiccuping? What will actually work?
There are many techniques to try to cure a bought of the hiccups – but they all have limited scientific proof.
Why do I go red when I’m embarrassed or have been drinking?
Blushing is a physiological response which is triggered when we are stressed.
Here’s what a high-caffeine drink like PRIME Energy actually does to your body
How long do energy drinks last? And what effect do they have on your body? A doctor explains why this popular back-to-school boost may be doing more harm than good.
Before we had long COVID, was there long SARS?
A doctor explains the post-viral impact of the respiratory viruses, SARS and COVID-19.
Does getting rid of mucus when I’m sick help me get better quicker?
Mucus and phlegm are important parts of the body's immune system and can help trap microbes.
Why can you pee without pooing, but you can't poo without peeing?
We asked a GP so you don’t have to.