A worrying proliferation Mosquitoes are no longer the only pests that can ruin your summer... A new biting insect is making headlines in the media. After the tiger mosquito and bedbugs in recent years, it's now the turn of the sycamore lace bug to make the news. As seen in close-up photos circulat ...
tick-borne diseases and can leave very disabling sequelae if it is not diagnosed and treated. How to protect yourself from ticks? Currently, there is a proliferation of these parasites in Europe and North America, presumably linked to climate change. That's why it's essential to remain vigilant du ...
sed by sweat becoming macerated in contact with bacteria. Now, the latter love to cling to the hair that maintains a humidity level conducive to their proliferation. Epilation is a good way to limit the development of bacteria and therefore bad odors. The menstrual cycle affects sweat The smell ...
ons. This is better for animal welfare but also for human health. The concentration of animals stressed by intensive farming conditions promotes the proliferation of microbes and forces farmers to use massive doses of antibiotics, in 80% of cases as a preventive measure. Bacteria then become resis ...
1- Apply the 3-6-9-12 rule Faced with the proliferation of screens in our daily lives, psychiatrist Serge Tisseron has come up with a rule to help parents frame screen use. He named it the 3-6-9-12 rule in reference to the age of children. The principle is simple and can be summed up in 4 poi ...
who suffer from dust mite allergies. Maintenance should be even more regular in autumn and winter, as these are the seasons most conducive to the proliferation of dust mites due to heating and lack of ventilation in homes. Should the pillow be hand washed or machine washed? To find out if yo ...
hat they are healthy and have not been attacked by insects. This is because insect pests grow much faster inside homes than outside. To avoid their proliferation on all your plants, it is important to make a check and to bring in only the healthy specimens. In addition, it is also recommended ...
ut 48 hours if it's full. When this time is exceeded and there is a break in the cold chain, the main health risk is food poisoning related to the proliferation of microorganisms in the accidentally defrosted food. What are the right things to do in case of a cut? In the event of a power outa ...
g its irritating effect... Risks to intimate health. The balance of vaginal flora being fragile, the maceration caused by a wet swimsuit promotes the proliferation of fungi and bacteria. When in close contact with intimate parts, the moist fabric of the swimsuit can lead to: • irritations � ...
ens and fields for two reasons: • on the one hand, the population of wild boars continues to grow. Even though hunts are organized to limit their proliferation, it is estimated that the number of wild boars in France has multiplied by 20 in 40 years. • on the other hand, the natural habi ...
te respiratory and skin allergies. Therefore, if you can't change the sheets very regularly, it's essential to air out the bedding every day. To limit the proliferation of these unwelcome guests, it's also advisable to keep the temperature between 18 and 20°C maximum in the bedroom because dust mi ...
classification of these caterpillars as harmful to health obliges local and regional authorities to implement treatments and control strategies against their proliferation. One of the ways to get rid of them is to install traps around the trunks to intercept the pine processionaries as they descend ...
pagan mythology or scenes from the Old and New Testament, bear witness to the cohabitation of two worlds: that of the pagans and that of the early Christians. The proliferation of Christian motifs such as the Latin cross, the Chi-Rho, or the fish on these sarcophagi proves the rising power of the C ...
ssionary caterpillars. It is estimated that a single pair of tits can consume more than 500 caterpillars per day: an appetite sufficient to limit the proliferation of these pests during the warm season! Warning: if you discover a nest of pine processionary caterpillars in your garden, do not try to ...
rs and sprays are ineffective against this Mediterranean species and even counterproductive. These products destroy local ants, which facilitates the proliferation of Tapinoma magnum. In summary, by trying to destroy this invasive ant, you help it expand its empire by eliminating other types of inse ...
t might finally convince gardeners still hesitant to create a waterless garden: • Dry gardens require very little maintenance. • A dry terrain limits the proliferation of weeds and therefore the chore of weeding. • Xerophilous plants are generally more resistant to diseases and pes ...
gainst certain cancers: • prostate cancer; • colorectal cancer; • lung cancer. This is explained by the fact that capsaicin inhibits the proliferation of cancer cells, according to studies conducted in vitro. However, these results should be put into perspective and a reasonable c ...
1- Rinse your brush after each use. The toothbrush is the essential accessory for good dental hygiene: it helps remove food residues stuck between teeth, prevent cavities, and keep teeth and gums healthy. However, for this brush to continue fulfilling its mission without becoming a breeding ground ...
