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.
When you think holidays we think escape, we think new adventures, we think looks… in short, we think well-being! But let’s face it, between choosing a destination, accommodation, activities, expenses… our sense of organisation is put to the test. Thinking about everything can become so stressful that we forget the most important things: health and … Read more
Today in France, cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death, mainly linked to atherosclerosis. Despite numerous therapeutic innovations, the most effective means of combating the cardiovascular risk remains the implementation of preventive measures. We must therefore continue to inform and educate populations to fight effectively against the tormentor of hearts of the 21st century: … Read more
To relieve fever, headaches, toothaches, inflammatory pain, migraines, painful periods, body aches, burns, you have the choice of paracetamol, ibuprofen or aspirin. Which is the most effective? What kind of pain do you take them for? Can we combine them? How do you choose the painkiller that best suits your needs? Favor paracetamol as a … Read more
Diabetes currently affects more than 3 million people in France and nearly 140 million worldwide. This term designates a whole series of pathologies, generally characterized by polydipsia (abnormal thirst) and polyuria (excretion of urine greater than normal). However, there are many names to qualify diabetes: lean, fatty, sweet, asymptomatic, alloxanic, tasteless, tanned, juvenile etc. To … Read more
This article aims to question a worrying social phenomenon targeting adolescent girls and their relationship to weight loss diets or any other measure to lose weight. In Western societies, teenage girls are assaulted with images of girls with dreamy bodies. The cult of beauty as well as the frequent use of diets are all aspects … Read more
Eating disorders (ADD) are increasingly common pathologies, especially among adolescents and young adults. The three main syndromic forms (anorexia nervosa, bulimia, overeating) concern in total nearly 10% of the population. There are more limited data on other atypical AITs, but the total prevalence of ATS can reach nearly 20% of the population. Anorexia nervosa: This … Read more
Food response to stress varies from person to person. These responses are modulated according to the type of stress. Note that low stress leads to more overeating (excessive food intake) and more intense stress leads to more hypophagia (excessive restriction of food). These reactions, however, remain very dependent on the individual. In stressful times, food … Read more
It is important to consider that there are certain factors that can promote weight gain. Weight gain, which can lead to obesity, is the result of a prolonged imbalance in the energy balance: daily energy intake exceeding expenditure for a very long time. Complex interactions between biological, behavioral, social and environmental factors are involved in … Read more
Obesity is excess weight, defined as a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30 kg / m2. Complications include cardiovascular pathologies (especially in subjects with excess abdominal fat → android profile), diabetes mellitus, certain cancers, gallstones, fatty liver, cirrhosis, osteoarthritis, reproductive disorders in in men and women, psychological disorders and, for the subject with a … Read more
How to gauge the balance between degrees of acidity and alkalinity when health is an unstable balance that must be constantly regained? Our balance is destabilized in many ways: between activity and rest, between the body’s needs and the foods actually consumed, between the production and elimination of toxins … but also in the subtle … Read more
Burnout (BO) affects an impressive percentage of the working population in the West today. After brushing a brief history of its discovery, then describing it (a syndrome grouping together emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and reduced personal fulfillment), burnout was born in North America as a hundred years earlier. neurasthenia and yuppie syndrome (or chronic post-viral fatigue … Read more
Mental disorders and bipolar disorders Bipolar disorder is characterized by alternating periods of extremely high mood (mania), extremely low mood (depression), and periods of normal mood. The disorders usually begin in the teenage years, between the ages of 20 and 30 or between the ages of 30 and 40. Heredity, social factors or disorders in the neurotransmitters of … Read more
Cleansing the nose should be as much a part of our daily routine as any other act of bodily hygiene. But few of us actually do it. Too restrictive? A cultural barrier? Or a question of habit? Nasal hygiene, which is mainly practised by infants, is a simple gesture with numerous benefits. It prevents and … Read more
In our modern world, where hygiene is paramount, hydroalcoholic gel has become an e ssential part of our daily lives. But with so many choices available, how do we select the most effective product for our needs? This article guides you through the essential criteria for choosing a hydroalcoholic gel from a pharmacy, highlighting the … Read more
Following a course of medication can be difficult and restrictive for an elderly person. That’s why knowing how to choose a pillbox can be invaluable. Factors to consider when choosing a pillbox Choosing the right pillbox involves taking into account several key factors that correspond to your individual needs. Here are the essential aspects to … Read more
In today’s world, where pollution is everywhere and processed foods are plentiful, it’s imperative that we pay particular attention to what we eat. More and more people are turning to an organic approach to food and choosing to eat organically in the interests of their health and well-being. In the following lines, we invite you … Read more
Ophthalmic migraines often occur after exposure to bright, aggressive light or excessive noise, or are caused by heat and/or stress. It is a common condition affecting children, men and women alike. Although ophthalmic migraines can be very incapacitating at the time of the attack, they are not serious. It is similar to a classic migraine … Read more