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Myopia epidemic: 5 prevention tips

isk of becoming myopic. 3- Limit activities in close vision The third myopia prevention tip, especially for children, is to limit activities that strain their near vision. Of course, this vision is already strained in the school setting and in learning to read and write. Therefore, it is v ...

22
Feb
2022

How to make homemade kombucha?

ng the fermentation process. This gelatinous disk is actually composed of a colony of bacteria and yeast that live in symbiosis and can serve as a strain to prepare a new jar of fermented tea. What is the recipe for homemade kombucha? To prepare one liter of homemade kombucha, you need : ...

31
Jan
2023

High Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know in 5 Questions

- What are the risks associated with high blood pressure? When blood pressure is too high, the arteries age more quickly, and the heart is under more strain and becomes tired. This is why hypertension is a very concerning risk factor. It can have serious long-term consequences on health because it ...

16
May
2007

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

Thomas Pesquet's return: what is the earth sickness that astronauts suffer from?

, much like a small child learning to ride a bike. In the ISS, astronauts move around by floating, without any physical effort. They put much less strain on their muscles and bones. Thomas Pesquet and his crewmates have not walked on land for six months, which also affects the balance system o ...

09
Nov
2021

The margarita: the secrets of the famous cocktail

to frost its rim. 2- In a shaker, assemble 3 cl of Cointreau, 5 cl of blanco tequila and 2 cl of freshly squeezed lime juice with ice. 3- Shake, strain and serve gently, making sure not to remove the salt from the rim of the glass. 4- Garnish the glass with a lime slice. View this ...

22
Feb
2022

The lumbar belt: when to use it?

ortive role. This belt helps to correct the arching of the lower back or lordosis, support the vertebrae, limit their movement and thus reduce the strain on the paravertebral muscles. How to choose it? If the doctor has prescribed a lumbar belt, it is essential to visit a pharmacy to try out ...

03
June
2022

Making your own iced tea: 4 methods to try

time so that your beverage is a little stronger than usual. Indeed, when it is served cold, it must be a little stronger to not lose its taste. 5- Strain the drink and let it cool, first at room temperature and then in the refrigerator, ideally overnight. As you can see from the last step, the ...

11
July
2022

Aurone: the most effective plant against mosquitoes

uor. Simply macerate three beautiful branches of lemon mugwort in a liter of fruit alcohol at 40°. Turn the bottle over from time to time and then strain the alcohol after 40 days. Add about twenty sugar cubes (more or less according to your taste) and you will get an excellent digestive to sip ...

19
July
2022

Car, train or plane: how to avoid back pain when traveling?

for 5 seconds, then release. When flying, choosing a seat at wing level allows you to enjoy better stability during the flight and therefore less strain on your seat. Finally, even if you are afraid of flying avoid taking Sleeping pills during your trip. When you're deeply asleep, you don't c ...

11
Aug
2022

The hibiscus coconut cocktail: a Valentine's Day cocktail without alcohol

erefore have an antioxidant action against free radicals and premature aging of cells. Finishing the cocktail Once the flowers have infused well, strain the hibiscus coconut cocktail into a carafe. Add the agave syrup to sweeten and stir well. I found the addition of a sweetener necessary bec ...

06
Feb
2023

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

tory. Simply apply ice cubes wrapped in a cloth or a cold pack previously stored in the freezer to relieve the acute pain of a trauma: a sprain, a strain but also a shock or a bruise. In case of a sprain, even a bag of frozen peas applied directly to the ankle or knee can do the trick to relie ...

23
Feb
2023

Phytotherapy: 5 virtues of noble laurel.

also has antalgic virtues, meaning pain-relieving properties. You can benefit from its effects in case of: • muscular pain related to a sprain or strain • rheumatic pain such as osteoarthritis or polyarthritis • oral pain related to canker sores or gingivitis for example. 5- Repell ...

06
June
2023

The 12-5-30 method: the magic formula for losing weight and building muscle.

etter to practice this method only 3 times a week and always allow for a recovery day between two sessions, during which you rest or do other exercises. This way, you don't always strain the same muscles and you avoid injuries and Achilles tendonitis. Furthermore, if you are over 45 years old and h ...

08
Aug
2023

Iced verbena infusion: a recipe for a refreshing drink

tcher like in the photo below. 3- Cover the container and let it infuse for 10 minutes. Cooling of verbena infusion After 10 minutes, don't forget to strain the drink and remove the verbena leaves as an infusion time that is too long may give a bitter taste to your drink. 1- Filter the verbena infu ...

09
Aug
2023

Heatwave: red alert in 5 questions

ered, companies must comply with certain obligations to protect the health of their employees. In certain professional sectors, organizations are put under strain by extreme temperatures, which increases the risk of workplace accidents. That is why, in case of a red alert, work inspection controls ...

23
Aug
2023

Covid-19 vaccination: in what cases should one get vaccinated?

er 2nd, 2023. The Ministry of Health specifies that vaccines are available in sufficient quantities and that they are effective against the original strain of the virus and other variants, including the sub-variant currently circulating the most in France. 2- Is it really useful to get vaccinated? ...

26
Sep
2023

The pumpkin spice latte: a comforting pumpkin-flavored drink.

r cup. The pumpkin puree should be natural and finely blended. Simply add it along with the almond milk and maple syrup, heat everything up, and then strain. To enhance the spice flavor, replace the plain black tea with Indian spiced masala chai tea. You can also increase the steeping time to 10 mi ...

18
Oct
2023

Mpox or monkeypox: 5 misconceptions about this virus

to ensure precise monitoring of the virus through the following three measures: • the analysis of suspicious samples to quickly identify the new strain of Mpox, called clade1b. • the conducting of tests to confirm the diagnosis in patients whose symptoms suggest monkeypox. • the a ...

26
Aug
2024

Verbena panna cotta: an easy recipe

aration when they become soft as shown in the following photo. Preparation of verbena panna cotta 1- When the dried verbena leaves have infused well, strain the cream into a container using a chinois. 2- Pour the verbena-flavored cream back into the saucepan. 3- Add the sugar and bring the mixture ...

11
Sep
2024