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Unusual: snake venom in medicines

Venom-based medicines The reason snake venoms are so interesting to pharmacology researchers is because they contain toxins that can be isolated and synthesized in the laboratory. These toxins are used in the composition of three drugs that are already marketed in France: - the Batroxobin i ...

21
Oct
2021

Bitter gourd: beware of poisoning!

buying or growing cucurbits, be wary of poisoning because some squashes contain very irritating and bitter substances called cucurbitacins. These toxins are naturally secreted by wild squash to repel insects and predators like caterpillars. But they are dangerous to humans, especially since they ...

14
Oct
2022

Difficult holiday mornings: what solutions?

ox tea or make infusions of digestive herbs like rosemary or fennel seeds. This liquid diet has the effect of favoring the elimination of accumulated toxins. In any case, beware of miracle hangover remedies! They are usually ineffective and could make the situation worse. ...

21
Dec
2007

Clay: What benefits for the stomach?

otects it, and helps it heal in case of irritation or ulcerative lesions. It also has the property of trapping and neutralizing gases, bacteria, and toxins present in the digestive tract. Therefore, it is indicated for relieving many gastrointestinal problems: • heartburn • gastroesophageal re ...

28
Jan
2013

The day after the party: beauty tips for a healthy glow

ying it on and under the eyelid. The result will be more natural. How to apply makeup? A day after a party, your skin is tired and saturated with toxins. That's why it's best to limit the number of products you'll apply to it. If you must go out, however, here are some makeup tips to look les ...

26
Dec
2013

Pretox cure: 5 tips to detox before the holidays

don't always think about it, but our body's natural detoxification processes don't just go through our digestive system. Our bodies also eliminate toxins through sweat and the air we release from our lungs. The best way to stimulate these processes is to do sports, preferably outdoors. In p ...

29
Dec
2021

Health: what is an autoimmune disease?

d to alteration of the intestinal wall and its hyperpermeability. This intestinal hyperporosity would promote the passage from the intestines of many toxins into the bloodstream and cause a runaway immune system. A difficult diagnosis Autoimmune diseases are chronic diseases with multiple and va ...

11
Apr
2022

Hygiene in summer: be careful not to over wash!

ns, you should not take more than one shower a day. If you play sports, schedule your daily shower after the effort, so as to rid your skin of the toxins you will have evacuated during the physical activity. Same thing if you're going to the beach or pool: wash up afterwards, but only once during ...

30
June
2022

Ghee or Indian clarified butter: uses and benefits

dic cooking. Traditional Indian medicine or Ayurveda lends it regenerative, nutritive and cleansing properties. It is said to aid digestion, eliminate toxins and strengthen the immune system. But beware, this clarified butter is still a high-calorie fat and rich in saturated fatty acids. It shoul ...

03
Oct
2022

Hydrolatherapy : 5 hydrolats to drink to heal yourself

late is particularly good for a detox because it stimulates the emunctories, namely the liver, gallbladder and kidneys. It thus helps to eliminate toxins but also to fight against water retention and edema. To take this hydrosol, you can: - either dilute a tablespoon in a liter of water a ...

26
Jan
2023

Birch sap cure: benefits and contraindications

eed believed to have depurative, diuretic, remineralizing and revitalizing properties. This beverage of plant origin would help the body to eliminate toxins accumulated during the winter while providing a concentrate of minerals and trace elements. This sap is composed of more than 95% water. Dep ...

13
Mar
2023

The gua sha: the new beauty accessory for the skin.

- relieving skin irritations - soothing burning sensations - activating the microcirculation of the epidermis - facilitating the elimination of toxins - preventing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines - having an overall soothing and anti-stress effect. Although massage wit ...

22
May
2023

Taurine: the new secret to living longer and healthier?

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, or promote children's growth. All these health claims are prohibited on these products in Europe. However, the Amer ...

16
June
2023

Willem Kolff: The Inventor of the Dialysis Machine

traumatized by the death of a 22-year-old patient from acute renal failure. This led him to the idea of creating a machine to rid patients' blood of toxins and replace failing kidneys. If the kidney can no longer do its job, why couldn't a machine do it instead? However, Dr. Kolff's revolutionary ...

11
Dec
2023

Cold Snap: How to Avoid a Cold?

bute to "nipping a cold in the bud," or at least reducing the duration of symptoms. Drinking plenty of fluids (water, broth, or herbal tea) helps eliminate toxins and thin secretions in case of a stuffy nose or phlegmy cough. Moreover, even if a chill can lead to a loss of appetite, it is advisable ...

02
Jan
2024

Kitchari: What is this dish that yogis love?

also benefits for restoring the balance between the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). For example, mung beans are astringent and help eliminate toxins. Ghee, which is clarified butter, is also used as it is more digestible than regular butter. That is why Kitchari as a whole is often presente ...

13
Sep
2024