Juniper, whose botanical name is Juniperus communis L., belongs to the Cupressaceae family. The essential oil comes from the fruiting cones or “Juniper berries”. Juniper essential oil, from a tree with a rich history, has been considered a panacea for centuries. Its origins date back to prehistoric times, when its properties were already recognised and … Read more
Stress is a disturbed state of self-regulation (homeostasis) . It is a specific syndrome triggered by non-specific impulses (stressors) , to which the body is not adapted. Its origin can be physical ( injury, surgery, intoxication, UV, etc. ), psychological (psychological pressure, fear, etc. ) and can generate adjustment disorders such as anxiety, sleep disorders, mild depression to moderate, cognitive disorders, overwork or exhaustion syndrome. What are “stress adjustment … Read more
Food cravings: a daily challenge for many people. In this article, we invite you to discover effective strategies and natural remedies for controlling them and maintaining optimal nutritional balance. The aim of a balanced diet is to meet our nutritional requirements in terms of macronutrients (proteins, fats and carbohydrates) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), according … Read more
Hoarseness and aphonia are vocal problems that can disrupt our daily lives. These conditions, often caused by infections, allergies, stress or vocal overwork, can lead to an altered voice, making communication difficult. This article looks at these common vocal problems and explores homeopathic treatments that offer effective and appropriate solutions. We’ll start by looking at … Read more
Taking care of your intestines is essential for our health. Autumn is the ideal season to undertake a bowel detox . Indeed, it is a major transitional season during which it is important to prepare your body to enter the cold season. The autumnal energy gently invites you to introspection, but also to return home. It is a privileged moment to … Read more
Also known as California poppy , eschscholtzia was traditionally used by Native Americans for the medicinal use of the latex of the plant as a pain reliever in toothache. They also used it to treat headaches, colic or to help children fall asleep. A little history The name of the plant was chosen in 1820 by the German Romantic poet and explorer Von … Read more
Wintergreen was known and used for a long time by Amerindians for inflammatory pathologies . The Indians in fact made an enormous consumption of wintergreen, both internally, against infectious diseases , to bring down fever, and externally, to relieve their pain and heal their wounds. A little history At the beginning of the 19th century, the Iroquois prepared “ Swains panacea ”, … Read more
Periodontal disease is responsible for 30 to 40% of tooth extractions . They generally begin with gingivitis, which is reversible, then progress to damage to the periodontium , the supporting tissue of the tooth, destroying it which causes a loss of attachment of the tooth. These attacks are mainly caused by dental plaque as well as tartar (calcified dental … Read more
The time change is not always a pleasant experience for everyone… The sudden change in time throws our internal clock out of kilter and ultimately affects our entire metabolism. This can lead to sleep disturbances, and even disrupt our appetite and mood. Did you know that some people can take more than ten days to … Read more
Initially, the stressor is mainly physical . It is indeed thanks to stress that we can react quickly in a dangerous situation (fire, road accident … we speak of so-called “life-saving” stress. At present, the evolution of our lifestyle puts us in front of more and more constraints. We are confronted with permanent overwork: working for a living, looking after … Read more
Accounting for 33% of all female cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women today. In most cases, breast cancer takes several months or even years to develop. If detected early, breast cancer has a good prognosis, with a stable survival rate. Breast cancer can be treated with surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and hormone … Read more
Orthomyxovirus and influenza viral infection The flu is a highly contagious acute respiratory infection caused by viruses Myxovirus influenzae . It manifests itself in the form of seasonal epidemics and affects up to 7 million people in France each winter. The influenza A (the most virulent) is responsible for most epidemics. The large number of patients each year, as well as the sometimes … Read more