Dietary supplements articles Tag

Beauty gummies: the trend decoded in 5 questions.

at is the concept?" They have the shape of a candy, the color of a candy, the taste of a candy but they are not candies! I am of course talking about dietary supplements sold in the form of gummy bears or gummies... These products, which are multiplying in pharmacies and drugstores, attract attenti ...

20
Mar
2023

Dietary supplements: how to use them properly?

ned as a concentrate of nutrients and other substances (such as plants) intended to provide a beneficial nutritional intake. As their name suggests, dietary supplements should be consumed "in addition to" a balanced diet but cannot replace it. What is the composition of dietary supplements? In Fran ...

04
Apr
2023

Dietary supplements and cancer: 5 products to avoid

nown for their stimulating properties on energy and memory. However, it is not recommended for chemotherapy patients to take this root in the form of dietary supplements to combat fatigue and memory loss related to their treatment. Indeed, ginseng is suspected of interacting with anti-cancer treatm ...

11
July
2024

Dietary supplements for athletes: what are the risks?

uly 2024, even as the Paris Olympic Games might encourage the French to get back into sports, Anses is alerting the general public about the risks of dietary supplements for athletes. The products targeted by the health safety agency are supposed to improve athletic performance, increase muscle mas ...

01
Aug
2024

What is a good dietary supplement?

1- A product with a clear and detailed composition In the dietary supplements aisle, you might be tempted to buy the cheapest product or the one with the most appealing packaging. But in reality, neither the price nor the packaging guarantees quality... Even other customers' reviews are subjective ...

08
Nov
2024

Insomnia: Melatonin is not a miracle cure

hms and promotes sleep onset. This hormone has been used for over thirty years to treat insomnia. In France, for several years now, over-the-counter dietary supplements containing synthetic melatonin have also been available to combat insomnia and disorders related to jet lag... 700 new supplement ...

26
Apr
2018

Marine collagen: how to choose it and use it properly?

lm of anti-aging cosmetics, it is used in the formulation of some plumping treatments, such as serums or creams, and is also available in the form of dietary supplements in capsules or powder. A few years ago, the first cosmetic treatments with collagen were derived from bovine sources. Today, thes ...

01
Aug
2023

Griffonia: a natural anti-stress

its high content of 5-HTP in its seeds, griffonia is indicated for treating mood disorders, anxiety, and depression. This plant is generally sold as dietary supplements (in ampoules, capsules, gummies, or tablets) and presented as a natural anti-stress remedy that can improve sleep and appetite dis ...

29
Aug
2023

Nutrition: 5 essential vitamins and minerals in winter.

s, oranges, and parsley. You can also find it in other citrus fruits like clementines and grapefruits. 2- Vitamin D Another essential in the field of dietary supplements, vitamin D is one of the 5 essential vitamins and minerals in winter. Indeed, this vitamin contributes to the strength of bones by ...

03
Nov
2023

Beauty Routine: 5 Steps to Adopt in Spring

nsider using regenerative treatments and reparative masks for hair as it tends to become brittle at the end of winter. You can also take a course of dietary supplements for hair loss if you notice that you are losing a lot during shampoos. 5- Nourishing your skin from within With the arrival of the ...

26
Mar
2024

Canal Detox: the Inserm series against health fake news

g on the internet and social media in the broad field of health. This series warns about fake news and miracle products like collagen for joint pain or dietary supplements supposedly preparing the skin for tanning... Inserm also sheds light on medical news by disseminating verified information on ...

21
Oct
2024

Hemorrhoids: 3 natural solutions to avoid recurrence

common in the summer, hemorrhoidal attacks are related to a malfunction of your venous system. Cures of veinotonic plants taken as herbal teas or dietary supplements can relieve hemorrhoids by easing venous congestion. Among the natural solutions to avoid recurrences, we can therefore mention ...

28
July
2022

Seniors: 5 tips for maintaining mobility with age

t our body's need for protein increases as we age. Don't hesitate to talk about this with your doctor: in case of deficiency, he or she can prescribe dietary supplements. The offer of food supplements in pharmacies is vast, but do not take anything self-medicated without the advice of your doctor! ...

10
Mar
2023

Attention: stress makes you ugly!

tions, local solutions can be used: • by adapting your beauty routine according to your skin type • by taking a course of brewer's yeast or dietary supplements for the skin and hair • by taking activated charcoal for bloating • by adapting your diet to limit FODMAPs (food ...

02
June
2023

Taurine: the new secret to living longer and healthier?

zing ingredient but to prolong the effect of caffeine on vigilance and perception of fatigue. According to European health authorities, taurine-based dietary supplements cannot claim to increase physical or mental performance, protect cells from oxidative stress or toxins, support the immune system, ...

16
June
2023

Rice water for skin and hair: an easy beauty trick

as health benefits. It can be used as a broth base and consumed to take advantage of its nutrient richness: it is a much more economical trick than buying dietary supplements... Rice cooking water also contains fibers that promote digestion and are beneficial to the intestinal flora or microbiota. ...

04
Sep
2023

Hair Loss: 5 Natural Active Ingredients That Really Work

restore a healthy scalp to slow down hair loss. To enjoy the benefits of this natural active ingredient, you can take nettle in the form of organic dietary supplements or make a homemade hair mask with nettle powder. Horsetail Field horsetail is another plant rich in organic silicon. Like nettle, ...

28
Mar
2024

Health: What is the Best Natural Detox?

iver a little boost. After overindulging in food and alcohol, if you feel that your liver is overwhelmed, you can give this organ a little boost with dietary supplements. The best herbs for a natural liver detox are milk thistle and rosemary, as well as desmodium, a plant native to Africa. If you s ...

08
Apr
2024

Well-being: 5 health benefits of omega-3s

Omega-3s are good for the heart. In our body, omega-3 fatty acids are components of cell membranes. This is why they are essential for the proper development of our cells and the proper functioning of our body. Since our body cannot synthesize them, they must be obtained through diet or as part of ...

21
May
2024