Integrative health is at the heart of everyday wellbeing. Today, having access to reliable, up-to-date information allows everyone to maintain their balance and make the best choices for their health. At Soin et Nature, our mission is to promote integrative health, support everyone in their quest for wellbeing and provide the tools they need to better understand their body, mind and the mechanisms that connect them.
Integrative health is not limited to the absence of disease, as it encompasses a state of physical, mental and social well-being, as defined by the WHO. This implies a deep respect for oneself, starting with what one consumes. Diet, for example, plays a fundamental role in our health, as Hippocrates pointed out: “Let food be thy medicine.” Today, studies show how closely linked emotions, diet, gut microbiota, hormones and vitality are. The body and mind work together, in symbiosis. It is no coincidence that our digestive system is nicknamed the “second brain”.
Our health section offers accessible content based on the latest scientific advances to help you better understand common conditions, whether chronic, acute or emerging. Alongside conventional medicine, complementary approaches such as herbal medicine, aromatherapy and naturopathy have their place in a preventative approach and holistic integrative healthcare. Rather than masking a symptom, complementary medicine seeks to strengthen the body’s natural defences, identify the root causes of the imbalance, and support vital functions over the long term.
It has now been proven that a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases (diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, etc.). Integrative health involves simple steps that should be adopted from an early age:
A healthy lifestyle not only helps to prevent certain diseases, it can also improve your quality of life when faced with specific situations such as the menopause, bone health or immune system function.
It is natural to worry about your health. But when concerns become excessive, intrusive or a source of distress, it is important to be aware of this. Hypervigilance about one’s body, constant fear of illness, or obsessive seeking of reassurance may reflect an emotional imbalance that needs to be addressed. There are many nuances between temporary worries and deeper disorders. Recognising and understanding these states allows us to manage them better, particularly through approaches to complementary medicine focused on listening to oneself, relaxation, and energy rebalancing.
At Soin et Nature, we believe that sustainable health is built day by day, through a balanced lifestyle, informed choices and a better understanding of oneself. Our articles, written by health professionals, support you in this process by providing you with clear guidelines for regaining your vitality, enhancing your well-being and adopting complementary medicine solutions tailored to your needs. Your health is in your hands — take care of it, naturally. Find all our advice from naturopaths and integrative health experts on the Soin et Nature blog. For specific information, please feel free to ask us for advice using our secure form.
Burns, cuts, splinters, scratches… Everyday injuries can happen at any time. Whether they’re big or small, they can happen to anyone. But when the injury does occur, it’s never easy to relieve it without an unpleasant tingling sensation. But it’s an inevitable step, and we all know about it. Find out about the products, gestures … Read more
Although there are many symptoms of anxiety, chances are you’ve already experienced them. Breathlessness, difficulty falling asleep and a tight throat are just some of the symptoms of anxiety. So what are the solutions available to alleviate them? What is anxiety? Anxiety is a strong feeling of insecurity. Like fear or worry, its intensity can … Read more
It is sometimes difficult to know what foods are “allowed” in the first phase of the IPA protocol. The first stage of the diet is to remove all foods that may be problematic for people with autoimmune diseases: Seeds, legumes, beans, dairy, eggs, oilseeds and solanaceae. And let’s not forget food additives. Today, we are … Read more
The AIP protocol is a short-term elimination diet. This method allows people with autoimmune diseases to determine whether they have food allergies or sensitivities. This so-called “Paleo AIP” diet helps to increase the nutritional quality of the plate on a daily basis. As a result, the intestinal flora, as well as the entire body, returns … Read more
Athlete’s foot is a skin condition caused by parasites such as microscopic fungi. Fungal in origin and highly contagious, it causes itching and redness, followed by peeling of the skin. If left untreated, athlete’s foot leads to deformation of the big toe joint and the nails. Summer is a season when feet are often exposed … Read more
Haemorrhagic rectocolitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (or IBD). IBD is a group of diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract. What is RH? This severe inflammation produces tiny sores called ulcers on the wall of the colon. In fact, the inflammation generally starts in the rectum and spreads upwards. However, it can affect the … Read more
Nervous system disorders and multiple sclerosis The multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune neurological disease of the central nervous system. A dysfunction of the immune system leads to lesions causing motor, sensory, cognitive, visual or even sphincter disturbances (most often urinary and intestinal). In the more or less long term, these disorders can however progress towards an irreversible … Read more
Dealing with intimate problems is not always easy. Erectile dysfunction, for example, is a problem that many men face, but one that remains a taboo subject a taboo subject in our society. These periods of impotence, often associated with a lack of desire, are well worth looking into, as they can cause discomfort and even … Read more
Saffron is an atypical crocus in many respects and whose reputation is well established. Unlike other crocuses , it is the only one whose flowering is autumnal . The preciousness that characterizes it makes it particularly expensive, and this since the highest antiquity, and also remarkable; as I will now practice demonstrating. A little history 4000 years, it is approximately the age of the … Read more
L’idée de voyager en mer pour les prochaines vacances vous séduit-elle ? Le vent dans les cheveux, les étoiles scintillent et l’océan s’étend à perte de vue ! Les croisières et les traversées en mer sont certainement de véritables moments de plaisir lorsque, bercés par les vagues, vous vous réjouissez à l’idée de vous détendre … Read more
Nearly one in four French people suffers from circulatory problems . Numbness, tingling, feeling of heavy legs accentuated at the end of the day… the symptoms vary from one person to another. When it’s hot, tingling, varicose veins, nocturnal cramps… invade daily life. It is imperative to pay attention to these signs to prevent the problem from getting worse. Far from … Read more
The thyroid is an endocrine (or hormonal) gland, located against the esophagus and which is schematically shaped like a bow tie. It is essentially made up of vesicles with walls made up of a single layer of cells, and which contain the colloid, mainly made up of thyroglobulin. The two hormones secreted by the thyroid … Read more
Trastornos mentales y trastornos del estado de ánimo. 1. Depresión : La depresión es un estado emocional doloroso que resulta de un aumento en la intensidad o duración de los cambios de humor, con evidencia de factores genéticos y ambientales. Hoy, representa del 30 al 60% de las causas de suicidios. Hay 3 tipos de síndromes depresivos : Luz … 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
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 from IMS-health France, the annual incidence of presumed UTIs among women in general practice is estimated at … 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
Gougerot-Sjögren’s syndrome (GSS) is an immune disease primarily affecting the exocrine glands. Due to lymphocytic infiltration of the salivary or lacrimal glands, or sometimes both, the main clinical manifestations are dry saliva and/or dry eyes. Dentists are generally called in to treat complications and oral discomfort caused by instability in the quantity and quality of … Read more
A state of dependence is established following the continuous or periodic absorption of certain substances having pleasant effects which induce physical or psychological drug addiction (one also speaks of “drug addiction” or “drug dependence”). This dependence can however generate a physical dependence (state of adaptation of the body of the subject to the substance. In the absence of consumption, there is a … Read more
In immune pathologies in adults, particularly respiratory infections; the clinical approach in herbal medicine retains all its interest, in particular the use of standardized extracts guaranteeing the contribution of totum , so as to provide as much hyposoluble fractions ( ex: polysaccharides of ginseng for immune stimulation, in particular to strengthen the action of vaccines in the elderly ) than liposoluble ( eg: alkylamides of echinacea in acquired immunity ), … Read more
We live in a time when maintaining the balance of biodiversity has become essential. This necessity concerns the survival of our species as much as that of the planet . The reconnection with nature has never been so important. The science is witness and proposes solutions to combine the human and nature . This process begins with research and therapy to harmonize man and the ocean . The ocean, origin of life This vast … Read more