If you want to learn more about walnut and its fruits, you will hardly be surprised by the ambiguity characterizing this tree. If the nut seems generally favorable , it is otherwise for its carrier. A harmful shadow has been hovering over this tree since the dawn of time. The walnut gets its name from the walnut, nux ; this one being from noxicus … Read more
The fruit of the mandarin tree is generally highly prized, especially at Chinese New Year, when it represents abundance and good fortune. Its fragrant peel is particularly appreciated in cooking, adding a delectable aroma to savoury dishes.In traditional medicine, the dried peel is generally used to regulate vitality, stimulate digestion, relieve abdominal cramps and reduce … Read more
Graves’ disease, also known under the name Graves , is an autoimmune disease affecting the thyroid gland, which causes hyperthyroidism or hyperfunction of this gland. Graves’ disease represents 76% of hyperthyroidism in particular. It preferentially affects relatively young women, but it can nevertheless occur at any age. A little history Robert James Graves was an Irish surgeon. Having described exophthalmic goiter in 1835, he gave … Read more
Even after 8 hours of sleep, a dull complexion can betray you by giving the impression of lack of rest. Ravaged by time or pollution, a dull complexion is an increasingly frequent scourge. The skin generally reflects your state of health and a smooth and shiny complexion is a sign of a healthy lifestyle. To recover healthy glowing skin, the right gestures and reflexes are within … Read more
New year rhymes with good resolutions, the time dreamed to redo and reinvent yourself. This change of schedule marks a new beginning for all. Eat healthier, exercise more, or even start weaning , everyone sets their goals to change their life. In this aim of good resolutions, January is put under the sign of the month without alcohol . This challenge called “ Dry … Read more
In France, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a frequent reason for medical consultations and antibiotic prescriptions. There is a marked seasonal pattern to these infections, with peaks during the summer months. According to a study based on data fromIMS-health France, the annual incidence of presumed UTIs among women in general practice is estimated at 3,200 … Read more
As the West moved into the 3rd millennium, mucuna was virtually unknown to the myriad of medicinal plants. It appeared in the form of a standardized extract of fresh plant intended for masterly preparation at the end of the 2000s, thus quickly making itself known in the world of herbal medicine . The proliferation of scientific work has now ranked it … Read more
The leaves of the lemon bedew are simple, lanceolate and have numerous milky-white flowers arranged in panicles, forming the design of a lucky charm. This tropical shrub has small fruits that look almost like pepper berries. That’s why it’s known as “mountain pepper”. Litsea citrata, also known as exotic verbena, is widely used in perfumes … Read more
Schizophrenia is one of the most important chapters in modern psychiatry , it has profoundly changed the way we think about mental disorders and given new impetus to the study of neuropsychiatry. Stemming from Kraepelin’s research on dementia precocious, it was notably influenced by Freud’s conception . The notion of schizophrenia gradually becomes more and more independent, under the influence of Bergson’s thought ; the concept … Read more
Frostbite is an erythematous lesion on the fingertips that occurs when the skin is cold. They may be simple or lead to complications in the form of trophic disorders (ulcerations, nail damage). Caused by progressive and repeated vasoconstriction of the arterioles, these lesions are notably associated with vasodilation with stasis in the venules. They occur … Read more
The signature theory would demonstrate that St. John’s Wort, which blooms more particularly during the summer solstice , is a solar plant whose symbolism directs us directly to its propensity to know how to chase the heady pangs of depression . St. John’s Wort preserves evil spirits which, in our modern times, are all examples of the difficulties we can encounter as … Read more
Pistachio mastic, botanical name Pistacia lentiscus, belongs to the Anacardiaceae family. Its essential oil is obtained from the leafy branches. Frankincense is a type of resin with a strong odour derived from the sap of the Pistachio Mastic. In ancient times, this natural resin was used as chewing gum. Today, in Iran, it is still … Read more