Dietary fiber, mainly of plant origin, resists digestion and absorption in the human small intestine. Unlike other nutrients, it passes intact into the colon. It is at this stage that the intestinal microbiota, a dense community of microorganisms in the large intestine, comes into play. This microbiota ferments dietary fiber, producing short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) … Read more
Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones, making them more fragile and more likely to fracture. This health problem particularly affects post-menopausal women, due to the drop in oestrogen levels that accelerates the loss of bone density. An innovative and effective way of preventing osteoporosis is to use a weighted vest. This device not only … Read more
The premenopause or perimenopause is a period of hormonal transition preceding the menopause. It can begin several years before menstruation finally stops and is characterised by various symptoms. This article details the main symptoms of the premenopause and answers a number of common questions. What is the premenopause? The premenopause, also known as the perimenopause, … Read more
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, often accompanied by troublesome symptoms such as night sweats. These episodes of excessive sweating occur during sleep, causing frequent awakenings and disrupting the quality of sleep. The main causes are hormonal fluctuations, in particular a drop in oestrogen levels, but factors such as stress, spicy food, … Read more
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, accompanied by various hormonal changes. Among the frequent side effects, vaginal dryness is a major concern. This article explores the causes of vaginal dryness during the menopause and suggests natural remedies to relieve this uncomfortable condition. Vaginal dryness is a common symptom of the menopause, often … Read more
Find out about the different types of sore throat (red, white, ulcerated) and their effective homeopathic treatments. Symptoms, remedies and detailed dosages.
Gemmotherapy is a specialised form of phytotherapy which uses the buds, young shoots and rootlets of trees and plants. Known as “global embryonic phytotherapy”, it has been studied in depth by experts such as Dr Henry and Drs Bergeret and Tétau. Gemme: borrowed from the Latin gemma “bud” and by analogy of shape and colour … Read more
However beautiful they may be underwater, every summer holidaymakers dread the appearance of jellyfish on our beaches. Overfishing and rising water temperatures are at the root of this invasion. Jellyfish cause severe burns. Their tentacles are made up of filaments that stay on the wound and spread venom. The pain caused by a jellyfish sting … Read more
Dry, curly or frizzy hair? Cracked? Damaged by colour or sun? Or worse still, all at the same time? A plant oil bath is an essential treatment for nourishing and revitalising hair. Plant oils have many benefits. Get to know them and simply create a tailor-made treatment, adapted to the nature and needs of your … Read more
Gemmotherapy is proving to be a great ally when it comes to rebalancing the skin, so why not turn to these little buds to beat cellulite with gemmotherapy ? Gemmotherapy is suitable for everyone, including children and pregnant women. What’s more, the advantage of buds is that they do not contain the toxic compounds sometimes … Read more