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.
As the arrival of the cold season brings with it the traditional ‘winter blues’ for some people, researchers are besieging depression from all sides: what are its origins and mechanisms, and can it be prevented? What is society’s image of winter SAD? Winter darkness is experienced differently in different cultures. At high latitudes and in … Read more
Can herbal medicine help prevent cancer? Although there is a genetic predisposition to certain cancers , gene expression can be modulated through epigenetics; recent discipline, which explains how the environment and individual history modify gene expression. These phenomena are transmissible from one generation to another, but can be reversible, in particular under the influence of nutritional factors … Read more
Cerebrovascular accidents (CVA) are acute (sudden) complications of vascular disease , caused by a stop of the blood supply in a brain territory (cerebral infarction or DALY – ischemic) or a rupture of a vessel (hemorrhage). cerebro-meningeal or AVCH – hemorrhagic). They are thus the third leading cause of death in France and the leading cause of disability. Their most common manifestation is hemiplegia (paralysis of a hemibody). What … Read more
Crohn’s disease is a transmural chronic inflammatory bowel disease . It usually affects the distal ileum and colon , but can occur anywhere in the digestive tract. Symptoms include diarrhea and abdominal pain. Abscesses, internal and external fistulas as well as obstruction of the intestine can occur. Extra-intestinal symptoms, including arthritis, may also occur. A little history The name of Burrill Bernard Crohn quoted thousands … Read more
When we speak of an obsessive disorder in the sense of a disease, we describe a behavior , characterized by the irrepressible need to constantly repeat a ritual , often bizarre (compulsion). Professional, family and social life can be seriously threatened. Obsessive thoughts are absurd thoughts. The person who suffers from them feels them as such, but fails to get rid of … Read more
Itching , irritation , difficulty breathing , … We agree, it is not normal to feel this kind of discomfort during sex . So why do you feel bad? It may be because of the condom you have chosen, or rather the main product of which it is made: latex . This material is indeed a source of allergies for some people, 10% to 20% of the French population according to surveys. Fortunately, if you are one of that … Read more
Congenital valve malformations of the heart have an estimated prevalence of around 5% of newborns, and are present in 20% to 30% of congenital cardiovascular malformation cases. The mitral valve is often affected. The more moderate and symptomless mitral valve prolapse (or Barlow syndrome ) is also common in the general population, affecting 1 in 40 individuals of all ages. Congenital non-syndromic mitral … Read more
Ah summer , the sea, the blue sky, the hot sand, this season offers so much beauty. The beach and its health benefits are a dream. In the middle of the summer season , the beach is very popular and not only by vacationers. The sand is swarming with innumerable little critters such as lice , fleas , fleas-chicks , scabies … In addition to our beautiful tanned complexion , we may return from the beach with stowaways …lice !!! How to avoid these inconveniences and take full advantage of … Read more
The skin cancers are the most common cancers. In particular, there are more than 100,000 new cases of skin cancer annually in France. The most common and least serious skin cancers are basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas . Basal cell carcinoma is four to five times more common than squamous cell carcinoma. These skin carcinomas more often affect people with white skin after the age of … Read more
Broken, yellowed, soft or brittle nails? Don’t panic! A number of factors can be at the root of these problems: the daily use of aggressive products, the annoying habit of biting your nails or even dietary deficiencies. With the arrival of summer, a time synonymous with sun, beach and relaxation, your nails are subjected to … Read more
With the arrival of warmer weather, the summer vibe is taking hold of our minds and hearts. The summer of 2024 promises to be a radiant one, inviting us to leave behind the long periods indoors to welcome the sun, sport a golden complexion and enjoy the natural glow of summer glow. On the horizon … Read more
Halitosis is particularly common if you drink too little, have difficulty digesting or are taking medication. “Halitosis” is the scientific term for bad breath, or the emission of unpleasant odours through the breath unpleasant odours whether oral or nasal in origin. However, the notion of “unpleasant odour” varies according to culture, time and individual sensitivities. … Read more
Whether we do not know what yerba maté, guarana or even kola nut are, is still passing, on the other hand it is impossible not to know coffee and tea as they have established themselves as essential and essential for centuries. . The physiological action of all the substances mentioned above on the body is partly … Read more
The hormone-dependent cancers are a major public health problem. These are the most frequent cancers in France in women ( breast cancer ) as in men ( prostate cancer ) with approximately 42,000 new cases each year. As a result of advances in therapy and screening, the death rate for breast cancer has fallen by around 40%. But the total number of deaths is only decreasing … Read more
For some time now, the world of sanitary protection has experienced a revival with the arrival of the cup (or menstrual cup) and period panties on the market. These alternatives are a real revolution for women looking for comfort and economy, without neglecting ecology. Why change your habits in terms of hygienic protection ? It’s not … Read more
Neck pain and stiff necks are common. Although usually mild, they can be extremely painful. However, simple actions can help prevent or relieve them. Torticollis – derived from the Latin tortus (twisted) and collum (neck) – is thus defined as a twisted neck. What is a stiff neck ? A torticollis is a more or … Read more
This is summer, it is with these words that the playful song of Les Négresses Vertes ends, and it can now be sung at full speed! The solstice has flooded us with its beautiful energy and marks the transition to summer which will last two full months. The long-awaited season is not only for its … Read more
In these sunny days at difficult to sustain temperatures, staying hydrated is the first health advice given. If we insist so much during the summer season on the hydration of organisms, it is because the risks involved are unfortunately known and too frequent. So it is especially of young children and the elderly that we … Read more
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease of the central nervous system that affects around one million people in France, with a prevalence of 5% between 60 and 70 years and more than 15% after 80 years. Two types of brain damage are characteristic of Alzheimer’s disease 1- Amyloid or senile plaques: These plaques are located … Read more
Endometriosis is a condition affecting women of childbearing age. This pathology usually results in severe pain during menstruation and fertility problems. It is the presence, outside the uterus, of one or more clusters histologically similar to the endometrium (endometriomas) that define in particular the presence of endometriosis. These clusters are preferably located in the ovaries, … Read more