The best use of plants and herbal teas for external use Aside from inhalation, the following herbal preparations are highly useful for topical care of local injuries, bruises and infections. Inhaling medicinal plants : Inhalation is very beneficial in cases of lung disease. This preparation is intended to enter the lower respiratory tract; the pulmonary … Read more
Homeopathy, in addition to traditional medicine, can be an excellent alternative to treat minor ailments that may arise during summer vacation. When preparing the bags, the constitution of a homeopathic travel kit can be very useful for followers of this therapy. But what should such a kit contain? Whether the destination is the mountains, the … Read more
Recently, significant progress has revolutionized knowledge of the pharmacology of cannabinoid derivatives. Synthetic cannabinoids such as PEA have been developed and an endocannabinoid system has been identified as well as the receptors and ligands that constitute it. Current clinical data strongly support the analgesic properties of cannabinoids on inflammatory and neuropathic pain. Focus on PEA … Read more
Some homeopathic medicines do not carry a therapeutic indication or dosage. The reason ? In homeopathy, the same medicine can treat different diseases (digestive disorders and insomnia for example) and the same condition (the common cold) can be treated with different drugs, chosen according to the patient. It is up to the health professional to … Read more
The role of perspiration is to ensure thermal regulation in order to maintain body temperature at 37°C.Hyperhidrosis occurs when the amount of sweat produced significantly exceeds that required for thermoregulation. Excessive sweatingor hyperhidrosis is the excessive production of sweat. It seriously impairs the quality of life of sufferers. What is hyperhidrosis? Hyperhidrosis is a pathology … Read more
While mostinsectbites are harmless, some can cause reactions of varying degrees of severity. People with allergies need to be particularly vigilant. Fortunately, these accidents are rare, and for most of us, a few precautions are all that’s needed to cope better with these summer enemies. Biting insects belong to the Hymenoptera order of insects. Hymenoptera … Read more
No one had the slightest idea of the use of trace elements in therapy 50 years ago. Today, most doctors are convinced of the effectiveness of oligotherapy in various pathologies, and especially in functional pathologies. In 1942, Jacques Ménétrier, presenting the interest that the use of mineral elements could represent in human medicine, studied their … Read more
Aromatherapy is a specialised branch of phytotherapy. It is the use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes. The term ” Aromatherapy ” was coined in 1928 by a French perfumer and chemist by the name of René-Maurice Gattefossé. Aromatherapy is based on an in-depth understanding of essential oils, their chemical components and their interactions with … Read more
Herbal drinks usually work best on an empty stomach. Often it is suggested to drink them in small sips throughout the day, but it is also possible to divide the daily dose into 2 or 3 divided doses. In certain cases, one is satisfied in particular to quite simply prepare the remedy as needed (for … Read more
Sleep disorders have a considerable impact on quality of life. As a result, insomnia is a frequent reason for consulting a pharmacy or seeking advice. While there are many prescription drugs available, their use must be limited to avoid addiction. At your pharmacy counter, lifestyle measures or therapeutic alternatives can be suggested. Sleep is a … Read more
Anxiety and stress are relatively common conditions these days, with significant repercussions on our health. The term ‘anxiety’ is commonly used to describe an unpleasant, negative and disproportionate emotion when faced with a situation perceived as threatening. From a general point of view, the term anxiety, whose Latin etymology means “narrowness”, is defined as a … Read more
Motion sickness is a disorder related to movement. Described as malaise accompanied by nausea and sometimes vomiting, it is a multifactorial neurodegenerative crisis involving the inner ear. Although its mechanisms remain poorly understood, motion sickness does not constitute a reason for medical consultation but is, more often than not, the subject of requests for advice … Read more
External parasites (ticks and fleas), which are often vectors of serious systemic diseases, feed on animal dander and blood, causing lesions and skin irritation. Symptoms associated with some external parasites (fleas, mites, ticks, etc.) include the following: Scratching, itching Friction The animal bites hard enough to cause open wounds Hair loss Dull coat In the … Read more
Our natural way of life is to live outdoors, and therefore to be exposed to the sun, according to the fluctuations of the seasons; our skin is able to adapt, brightening when we lack sunlight, to let UVB (ultraviolet B rays) pass through. When UVB rays hit the surface of your skin, your skin converts … Read more
Self-tanners are an ideal solution for people who want to have a nice tanned complexion without fear of the harmful effects of UVA / UVB rays. There are different forms of self-tanner, as a food supplement, cream, foam, wipe… Discover with us which self-tanner to choose according to your skin tone to avoid the carrot … Read more
Aloe vera is a medicinal plant with a variety of uses, depending on whether you use its dried sap (latex) or the translucent gel at the heart of its leaves. Dried sap is a powerful laxative. The gel is used to treat wounds, stings and minor burns, and to combat certain skin infections. A little … Read more
Chronic fatigue syndrome or myalgic encephalomyelitis is classified as a rare disease and remains little known in France. The WHO has recognized this disease since 1993. The diagnosis requires a certain number of steps and meets strict criteria relating to the definition of chronic fatigue syndrome. How to detect chronic fatigue syndrome ? Myalgic encephalomyelitis … Read more
A little history to start … In prehistoric times, the pomegranate will have seeded all around the vast region bordering the Mediterranean Sea, and even beyond. About it, we find written traces in certain Sanskrit documents, through hieroglyphic inscriptions. That is to say its sphere of influence in time and space! From a mythological point … Read more
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the involuntary reflux of stomach contents into a baby’s oesophagus. Common in both babies and adults, it causes regurgitation. Although not serious, it can lead to oesophagitis. Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is common in newborns and infants under the age of one, but is not serious. Regurgitation occurs in almost … Read more
Dermatophytes, which cause mycosis, are ubiquitous filamentous fungi belonging to the genera Microsporum, Trichophyton and Epidermophyton. Well adapted to parasitic life, they have a strong affinity for keratin and cause various skin lesions in humans and animals known as dermatophytoses or dermatophyties. Dermatophytoses are the most common skin mycoses in humans. They cause superficial lesions … Read more