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Before the Effort: Preparing the Body Your diet should be tailored to the upcoming prolonged effort. Marion Leroux, a naturopath in charge of nutrition at the Rose Trip trek, advises starting to build glycogen stores between one week and 72 hours before departure. This involves maintaining your usual dietary balance …

With rising temperatures, many people are bringing out their electric fans for those warm summer nights. However, using fans can sometimes lead to unwanted health effects such as muscle pain, dry eyes, or respiratory issues. Here are some tips on choosing the right fan for your needs and alternatives to …

Shannen Doherty, renowned for her roles in “Beverly Hills 90210” and “Charmed,” passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024, after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. Diagnosed late in 2015, she used her platform to raise awareness about the disease that continues to affect many women worldwide. Despite numerous awareness …

Your sleep is a valuable indicator of your overall health. Experts warn against certain nighttime symptoms that could reveal underlying serious health issues. On the HuffPost website, health professionals describe the nighttime signs that deserve close attention. Excessive Fatigue and Disrupted Sleep It’s common to experience excessive fatigue upon waking …

Caution Advised for Travelers to Spain and Italy If you’re planning a vacation to Spain or Italy, heightened vigilance is recommended. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has recently reported several cases of West Nile fever in these countries. According to France Diplomacy, as cited by “Ouest-France”, cases …

Phytotherapy promises numerous benefits: better sleep, resistance to infections, and even curing cancer. But is it just snake oil, or an underutilized therapeutic power? Let’s take a closer look. Hypertension and Olive Leaves: A Natural Alternative A double-blind clinical study compared the antihypertensive efficacy of olive leaf extract to a …

Income disparities in Europe are striking, ranging from over €85,000 to less than €10,000 per year per inhabitant. This variation reflects the economic differences between countries on the continent. Switzerland at the Top When it comes to salaries in Europe, Switzerland stands out. According to the latest figures published by …

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and other neurological functions. While pharmacological treatments are the norm, interest in dietary supplements as complementary therapy has intensified. This article explores six potentially effective dietary supplements for Parkinson’s disease: Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN), Creatine, Probiotics, Coenzyme Q10, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Glutathione, …

Introduction Scientists have discovered significant concentrations of microplastics in human testicular tissues, raising concerns about their effects on reproductive health. Microplastics Microplastics, particles smaller than 5 mm, are found in our food, water, and air. They contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals and toxins like heavy metals. Study and Results A study from …

Introduction Hypertension, a chronic condition characterized by high blood pressure, is a leading cause of cardiovascular diseases and premature death worldwide, affecting approximately 1.28 billion adults according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Managing this condition often involves a combination of medication and lifestyle changes, including regular physical activity. However, …

Transform Your Health: How Fecal Transplantation and Probiotics Can Revolutionize Parkinson’s Treatment Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Recently, innovative methods like fecal transplantation (FMT) and probiotics have emerged as promising options for the treatment of this disease. Here’s how these approaches can …

The belief that certain foods can directly target and eliminate body fat is widely held, but often, these claims are more rooted in marketing strategies than in solid scientific evidence. Nutritionist Raphaël Gruman helps us separate fact from fiction. Here’s a detailed analysis of some foods often touted as fat …

The significance of the intestinal microbiome for our health is increasingly acknowledged. Playing a pivotal role in numerous bodily processes, this “second brain” continues to unravel its mysteries, emphasizing the importance of maintaining its health, particularly through our diet. What is the intestinal microbiome? Our digestive system hosts over a …

Belgian researchers have found that fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) could hinder the progression of symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease. The effectiveness of fecal microbiota transplantation in slowing Parkinson’s symptoms Early stages of Parkinson’s are marked by the accumulation of proteins within the intestinal wall, which then migrate to brain cells …

Lixisenatide, a drug developed by Sanofi already used against type 2 diabetes, could slow the progression of Parkinson’s motor symptoms, according to a clinical trial carried out in patients with an early stage of the disease.  A treatment has shown to slow the progression of Parkinson’s motor symptoms in a …