Red Vine: the plant for light legs

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The red vine(Vitis vinifera L.), a member of the Vitaceae family, is a plant widely cultivated throughout the world, mainly for the production of wine and table grapes. However, in addition to its major economic role in the wine industry, the red vine has attracted growing interest for its therapeutic and medicinal properties. Red vine … Read more

What are the benefits of Japanese Knotweed?

Japanese Knotweed, scientifically known as Fallopia japonica, is a plant that is attracting increasing interest for its potential health benefits. Native to Asia, this plant has traditionally been used in alternative medicine, but its effectiveness is now being studied in greater depth. In this article, we take a look at the benefits of Japanese Knotweed, … Read more

Liver detox, yes, but what about detoxifying your blood?

When the “filter organs”, i.e. the liver and kidneys, reach their limits, the blood takes over to transport the waste and purify the body as much as possible. However, the body also has its limits, and these can be reached fairly quickly when toxin levels are high. This is why our body tries to eliminate … Read more

The herbal tea of ​​the month of September: Regulate your blood pressure

Hypertension is characterised by abnormally high blood pressure on the artery walls. In stressful situations or during physical effort, it is normal for blood pressure to rise. But in people with hypertension, blood pressure remains high at all times, even at rest or in the absence of stress. What is hypertension? Hypertension is a disease … Read more

How can I correct my dark circles?

Dark circles under the eyes reflect a number of factors: fatigue, heredity, diet and lifestyle. This article sheds light on their origins and offers preventive solutions for brighter, more rested-looking eyes. Dive into the world of periocular skin care and discover how to effectively reduce the appearance of dark circles. Learn more about dark circles … Read more

Lymphatic drainage to fight cellulite

Since we all dream of having beautiful skin for the summer holidays, we each have our‘little tricks‘ for achieving this. For example, by opting for skin-treatment creams or by balancing your diet. Not forgetting a touch of self-tanning product (in the form of a food supplement or cream), we pretty much get what we’re looking … Read more

Homeopathy in acute haemorrhoidal accidents

Homeopathy offers gentle, naturalsolutions for many health problems, including acute haemorrhoidal accidents. This article guides you through the different homeopathic approaches to effectively relieve the painful symptoms of haemorrhoids. We’ll explore specific remedies adapted to different cases, along with dietary and hygiene advice for holistic management of your well-being. Find out how homeopathy can help … Read more

Natural light legs for this summer

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 Meadowsweet, symbol of virginity

The Meadowsweet, symbol of virginity

To unearth the oldest written traces linked to the meadowsweet, it is necessary to wait for the Middle Ages, but they still have nothing to do with its medicinal value . It was made into crowns, especially at weddings, because its flowers symbolized virginity . A little history It was not in fact until the Renaissance that it was possible … Read more

Cold extremities and microcirculation, a common condition in winter

Cold extremities and microcirculation, a common condition in winter

During the change of seasons, especially during the cold season, it is common to suffer from cold extremities (nose, hands, feet, ears). This phenomenon due to a minor disturbance of the microcirculation is quite normal. Nature is well made and your body reacts. But why this phenomenon? When it is very cold, the body primarily protects … Read more

How to treat venous and lymphatic circulation disorders?

treat venous and lymphatic circulation disorders

Heavy legs ? Numb limbs? Nighttime cramps? Cold extremities? Varicose veins or swelling of the lower limbs? The functional signs of circulation disorders are often manifested by a feeling of heaviness, numbness and pain in the legs. In this article, discover naturopathic advice and treatments to relieve your circulatory disorders. Disorders related to poor venous … Read more

The olive tree, a great symbol with many therapeutic powers

The olive tree, a great symbol with many therapeutic powers

The olive tree, an emblematic tree steeped in history and mythology, also has many little-known therapeutic powers. In this article, we invite you to explore the fascinating world of the olive tree, from its mythological origins to its contemporary medicinal applications. We begin our journey by going back to the mythological roots of the olive … Read more

Walnut, the plant reputed to be harmful to the panacea

Walnut

If you want to learn more about walnut and its fruits, you will hardly be surprised by the ambiguity characterizing this tree. If the nut seems generally favorable , it is otherwise for its carrier. A harmful shadow has been hovering over this tree since the dawn of time. The walnut gets its name from the walnut, nux ; this one being from noxicus … Read more

Homeopathic remedy in the treatment of frostbite

frostbite

Frostbite is an erythematous lesion on the fingertips that occurs when the skin is cold. They may be simple or lead to complications in the form of trophic disorders (ulcerations, nail damage). Caused by progressive and repeated vasoconstriction of the arterioles, these lesions are notably associated with vasodilation with stasis in the venules. They occur … Read more

Sweet clover, the three astrological leaves with honey flower

Sweet clover, the three astrological leaves with honey flower

The etymological origin of sweet clover comes from the Greek meli, meaning honey, and lôtos, for lotus, i.e. honey flowers. In fact, the plant is a melliferous plant, much sought-after by bees. Melilotus officinalis is the species used medicinally. However, related species such as M. alba Medicus are also used in herbal medicine. What is … Read more

The Cypress, the tree of life with multiple properties

Who does not remember these Mediterranean landscapes where the dark cypress raises its narrow mourning columns against the violent blue of the sky? Before embellishing the Côte d’Azur and playing the useful role of a rampart against the wind and sand, the cypress took root in Asia Minor , where its presence is recorded in an old Assyrian … Read more

Mitral valve prolapse, how to learn to live with it?

Mitral valve prolapse

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

Treatment of hemorrhoids through naturopathy

Haemorrhoids are varicose veins in the mucosa of the anus and rectum. A distinction is made between internal haemorrhoids, visible by anoscopy, and external haemorrhoids, which protrude from the edge of the anus. Depending on their severity, there are several ways to relieve haemorrhoids or even eliminate them. The first concerns dietary hygiene rules; you … Read more

Heavy legs, natural solutions in herbal medicine

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Heavy legs are a common syndrome , especially in women, and usually worsened with the heat of summer. If the hereditary factor exists, venous insufficiency is not inevitable. Herbal medicine indeed offers a range of remedies to relieve this phenomenon and the pain caused. Origins and symptoms of heavy legs and venous insufficiency Caused by valve dysfunction *, venous insufficiency is a poor … Read more

What natural solutions to regulate your arterial hypertension?

Cardiovascular disorders and arterial hypertension The pressure is increased, acute or chronic tension in general (or at rest). When we talk about hypertension, it is almost always hypertension or arterial hypertension which is one of the factors that can lead to atherosclerosis. We speak of labile hypertension when the variations are slight but frequent. Blood pressure normally … Read more