Author: Heather Djunga

Heather Djunga is an accomplished journalist, author and editor, with a passion for health, music, ministry and motherhood. 

In recent years, the United Kingdom has witnessed significant advancements in reproductive medicine, particularly concerning gene editing technologies. One of the most notable developments is the establishment of the first private gene-edited IVF clinic, which has ignited a nationwide debate centering on ‘designer babies’ and the ethical, social, and medical implications of creating genetically modified embryos. Understanding ‘Designer Babies’ The term ‘designer baby’ refers to an embryo or fetus whose genetic makeup has been intentionally selected or altered, often to exclude a particular gene or to remove genes associated with disease, to achieve desired traits. This process usually involves preimplantation…

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Gut health has become one of the hottest topics in health and wellness lately. But why is it generating so much buzz? Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria, fungi, and other microbes. Collectively, these are called the gut microbiome.These microbes play a vital role in digesting food, producing vitamins (like B12 and K), regulating immune function and affecting mood and brain health (through the ‘gut-brain axis’). Medical professionals have discovered that roughly 70 percent of your immune system lives in your gut. For this reason, a healthy microbiome can make you more resilient to illness. The opposite is…

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