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Sore throat: untangling the real from the fake

It can hurt to talk too much Right. The sore throat can be related to inflammation of the larynx and vocal cords that occurs after you strain your voice. If you've been talking a lot or have been forced to shout to make yourself heard in a noisy environment, you may be suffering from laryngitis. ...

08
Nov
2021

Treating a Cold: Tips and Tricks

reat the symptoms and avoid superinfection. The treatment consists of: • reducing fever • clearing nasal congestion or combating runny nose • addressing inflammation • disinfecting the respiratory tract. The most commonly used medications are therefore: • decongestants to stop nasal disc ...

18
Sep
2007

Salt-based remedies: recipes and benefits

water • let it cool down before rinsing your mouth with this mixture. This remedy, which can be used several times a day without danger, is effective in case of inflammation: against canker sores, abscesses but also against sore throats. Salt lamps and halotherapy In addition to these salt-based ...

30
Apr
2009

What is the Ayurvedic diet?

rmones, and digestion. People with a pitta dosha often have an average build. When imbalanced, they may suffer from high blood pressure, heart disease, inflammation, or digestive disorders. Kapha (water and earth): This dosha controls immunity, muscle growth, and strength. Those with a kapha dosha ...

19
Nov
2019

Bakuchiol: 5 things to know about this anti-ageing active ingredient

This is why it is sometimes nicknamed plant retinol. In fact, it acts on cell renewal, protects the skin's collagen and elastin fibers and soothes inflammation. A true collagen booster, it helps preserve skin firmness. 3- It is also used to reduce stains Bakuchiol not only helps to fight agai ...

09
Dec
2021

Health: what is an autoimmune disease?

ough to be able to reduce or even stop their treatment between flare-ups. But in most cases, corticosteroids are given long-term to ease pain, reduce inflammation, and avoid sequelae. Thanks to corticosteroids, which are fast-acting anti-inflammatory drugs, the management of people with lupus, fo ...

11
Apr
2022

Eczema problem: 5 mistakes to avoid

nded by your dermatologist and sold in pharmacies or parapharmacies to relieve itching. 3- Get plenty of sun exposure Although sunlight can limit inflammation in some patients and thus reduce eczema plaques, the third mistake to avoid would be too much UV exposure Even if you feel like the su ...

23
Aug
2022

Acne and sun: beware of the rebound effect!

rget to take your anti-acne skincare everywhere with you! These creams are essential for regulating excess sebum, moisturizing your skin and limiting inflammation. In the summer, you just need to make sure you don't use products with photosensitizing actives. This could cause burning and brown sp ...

29
Aug
2022

5 health benefits of plums

nts that protect the arteries. Some of these polyphenols called flavonoids also have a protective effect on brain cells. They protect neurons from inflammation and facilitate their oxygenation, which preserves memory. 5- They contribute to good cardiovascular health Thanks to their richness i ...

26
Sep
2022

Thermotherapy: in case of pain, should I use hot or cold?

trick to relieve the pain! This well-known trick can also work to relieve osteoarthritis flare-ups because, in this case too, the pain is related to inflammation of the joint. Scientists have shown that cold decreases the production of inflammatory molecules such as cytokines and prostaglandins. ...

23
Feb
2023

Eye diseases: what symptoms should alert you?

spital eye emergency room. This sudden drop in vision in only one eye may be a sign of Horton's disease. Among the most serious eye diseases, this inflammation of the temporal artery also manifests as a flare-up of fever, headache, or pain in the forehead or temple. In this case, too, it is im ...

27
Feb
2023

Thalassotherapy: 5 benefits of seawater for the skin

s available in the form of capsules to be taken). A study from 2005 demonstrated that baths with Dead Sea water, which is very rich in magnesium, reduce inflammation in people with dry skin. 3- It promotes healing. On average, seawater has a mineral salt concentration of about 35 g per liter. Thank ...

06
July
2023

Cancer: what are the dangers of carrageenan?

dditives can cause various inflammatory conditions. Animal studies have shown a link between the consumption of this additive and the development of inflammation and ulcers in the colon. That is why the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified degraded carrageenans as "pote ...

07
Aug
2023

Spa and Wellness: 3 Good Reasons to Engage in Thermal Tourism in Lithuania

ieces. Lithuanians attribute to this ancient resin the power to stimulate blood circulation and metabolism, recharge the body with energy, and reduce inflammation and stress. To take advantage of amber's multiple benefits, it is recommended to visit the Mineral Therapy and Amber Center located in t ...

08
Nov
2023

House: beware of this pollution in your kitchen!

risk of suffering from respiratory diseases due to nitrogen dioxide. Nitrogen dioxide has a detrimental effect on the respiratory system: it causes inflammation of the airways, coughing, wheezing, reduced lung function, and an increase in asthma attacks, especially among the youngest. The Dutch s ...

13
Nov
2023

Kefir, kombucha, and buttermilk: 3 fermented drinks good for immunity

se of transit problems or irritable bowel syndrome. Milk kefir, rich in calcium, also has a preventive effect on osteoporosis and gastritis, that is, inflammation of the stomach lining. Buttermilk The last of the 3 fermented drinks good for immunity is a Breton specialty called buttermilk. Like yogu ...

28
Nov
2023

Common food additives promote several cancers.

take of adults in Europe and North America. Other recent research suggests that emulsifiers could disrupt the gut microbiota and increase the risk of inflammation and thus the occurrence of certain cancers. What are the food additives under scrutiny? This recent French study highlights two families ...

22
Feb
2024

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

. According to a study published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry in April 2021, these fatty acids protect cells from the harmful effects of stress and inflammation, during and after a stressful event. Supplemented individuals produce less cortisol, the stress hormone, and pro-inflammatory prote ...

21
May
2024