The term “blackcurrant” takes its etymology from the Phoenician. This vegetal blackcurrant is a word appearing in the 16th century, at the same time as the first writings granted to it ( Rembert Dodoens , 1583) as well as the first medicinal mentions of its leaves and fruits ( Petrus Forestus , 1614). A little history Dodoens is Flemish, Forestus is Dutch. They are therefore … Read more
Who hasn’t dreamt of sporting a radiant, perfect white, pearly smile like the stars of Hollywood ? Dazzling white teeth are often associated with good health. But immaculate white has never been the natural colour of teeth. Made up of a thin layer of translucent enamel under which most of its material (dentine) lies, its … Read more
Baby wipes have it all! Soft and thick, they are impregnated with cleansing milk or lotion to cleanse the skin without rinsing. And that’s not counting the fact that they can be used on the seat for diaper changes, as well as on the face and little hands for a quick wash. So it’s hardly … Read more
The blackheads ruin not only your skin but also your days. Also called “open comedones”, they most often appear in the T zone of the face which includes: the forehead, nose, and chin. Where do they come from ? How to get rid of it permanently and above all, which products to use? Let’s do a check in. Why is the T zone the most affected? The … Read more
The disorder of sexual interest or sexual arousal is characterized by the absence or decrease in sexual interest, initiation of sexual activity, pleasure, thoughts and fantasies; lack of desire for a response; and / or the absence of subjective arousal or physical genital response to sexual, non-genital and / or genital stimulation. The erectile dysfunction , meanwhile, is an inability to … Read more
In order to quickly explain the difference between these two types of extracts of medicinal fresh plants , we will first see the SIPF method, to then highlight the 2 final and original steps of the EPS process: leaching where the alcohol is added to the mixture of cryomilled plant, gradually increasing the alcoholic degree and the addition of glycerin , … Read more
We know that the proper functioning of the organism in a healthy state is ensured by a multitude of physiological self-regulatory systems . We are indeed perpetually subjected, during our life, to attacks of different origins (physical, chemical, bacterial, psychic, etc.) which, thanks to our self-regulatory systems, we undergo without damage and without realizing it. account. If these … Read more
The sleep is one of the pillars of our health. However, many are those who suffer from disorders (1 French in 5). From severe insomnia to interrupted and poor quality rest , including repetitive difficulty falling asleep, the range of symptoms is wide. Many become fatalistic in the face of this serious problem, and end up “getting used to it” as best they can, accumulating an increasingly important sleep debt . What … Read more
Tarragon, whose botanical name is Artemisia dracunculus, belongs to the Asteraceae family. Its producing organs are its aerial parts. The history of tarragon Tarragon was introduced to Europe during the Crusades. But it has a long tradition as a medicinal plant and spice in Asia and Siberia. As well as being used in cookery books, … Read more
Alongside age-related macular degeneration, cataracts are a degenerative eye disease whose prevalence is increasing as the population ages. It is the leading cause of blindness worldwide, with 18 million cases, according to the WHO. In France, 600,000 cataracts are operated on every year. The incidence of cataracts increases with age, affecting around 20% of people … Read more
Homeopathy, a branch of medicine often shrouded in mystery and misunderstanding, has been around for over 150 years. It is attracting growing interest but remains, for many, a vague and ill-defined concept. Against this backdrop, this article aims to clarify the true principles and methods of homeopathy, disentangling the facts from the preconceptions. From the … Read more
Vitamin A This vitamin is present in our body in the form of retinol among others. Unfortunately, these molecules are altered by the oxygen in the air, so it is important to replenish our needs on a daily basis. This vitamin is essential for our visual system and any deficiency could lead to blindness quite quickly, … Read more