Is agave syrup healthy? We can find it on the shelves of natural food stores, it is considered an excellent substitute for unhealthy sugar, a natural product produced using traditional methods, ideal for diabetics because it has a low glycemic index. It is used by many people who are careful […]
Choice of a vegetarian diet for pregnant women and nursing mothers is the most controversial. But is vegetarianism really harmful to a pregnant woman and her baby? There are many myths about this. How is it in reality? It is not surprising that the vegetarianism of pregnant women, children and […]
Obesity carries a serious risk of complications for the cardiovascular system. People suffering from heart and circulatory system diseases – hypertension, atherosclerosis, heart defects or heart failure – should especially take care of a proper diet. Slimming, i.e. weight reduction, in their case must be consulted with a doctor. Overweight […]
Do you drink when you have a strong thirst? It’s too late because the appetite for something to drink shows that your body is starting to dehydrate. How much do you need to drink a day for the body to function properly? Why is water so importantWater balance – water, […]
Pistachios are distinguished by their properties and nutritional value compared to other nuts. First of all, they are the only ones that contain carotenoids – lutein and zeaxanthin – which support the work of the eyes and reduce the risk of macular degeneration. Moreover, of all the nuts, pistachios contain […]
Avocado oil is one of the healthiest oils in the world and even hs an actual drug status for arthritis in France. Researches confirm other health properties of avocado oil – it positively affects eyesight and skin condition, lowers cholesterol, and prevents gum disease. It also has many uses in […]
Almost everything has been said and written about fish oil and omega-3 fatty acids. There is, however, an issue that is very often overlooked. Indicator of the quality of the fish oil is not only standardizing the content of EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and correspondingly low content […]
Summer is a good time to do something for yourself and for your own better mood. For example we could find some time for physical activity, start a slimming diet or try to care for more beauty. There is one more important thing that we do not always remember, and […]
Bruises happen to everyone, but most often they are petechiae after injuries or minor bruises. In women and older people, the vessels are more fragile and have a greater tendency to damage. Hematomas under the skin also appear after falls, after injections or after taking blood tests. How to accelerate […]
Satisfying hunger is one of the basic human needs. Yet, how we do it depends only on us. We can prepare our own meals, we can also use a wide selection of ready-made dishes. We should remember that our diet should contain all the necessary nutrients, proteins, carbohydrates and fats, […]
The fragility of blood vessels, manifested, among others frequent bruising has many causes. What are the preconditions to bruising? How to counteract them? How to treat bruises naturally? Fragile blood vesselsBruises and hematomasHow to treat bruises?Why these particular herbs for bruising? Fragile blood vessels Cracking and fragility of small blood […]
Verbena and lemongrass are becoming more and more popular. And not only because of its refreshing lemon aroma, but above all – thanks to their health-promoting properties. What properties do these plants have? How are they used? LemongrassLemon verbena For years known and used in the perfumery and cosmetics industry, […]
Until now, lemons were treated as the leaders in the race of Vitamin C content, but it is the acerola fruit that is the greatest treasure of this vitamin. In comparative studies on the content of vitamin C in both species, acerola is spectacularly victorious. Acerola fruitsWhy is Vitamin C […]
Wounds from the braces, abrasions from dentures, burns – these are injuries within the oral cavity, which, although minor, are painful and effectively impede eating and drinking. How do you that nasty alleviate oral discomfort? Mouth anatomySo how do you prevent mouth issues? Mouth anatomy The mucosa covering the inside […]
Chamomile is one of the most popular medicinal plants used in natural medicine. It grows widely throughout the country and is widely used in herbal medicine and cosmetology. Small white-yellow flowers of chamomile are the most characteristic part of this plant. What are the healthy properties of chamomile? What is […]
More and more people are suffering from joint pain. This is, among others, the effect of loading the joints, too intensive and prolonged work. Long sitting, standing, lifting weights cannot remain unaffected by the condition of our skeletal system. How can we help regenerate our joints? Are there any means […]
Inflammation within the oral mucosa is a very painful problem that makes basic actions eating and drinking very difficult. Then we are looking for a preparation that will alleviate discomfort and reduce that inflammation. It is then worth reaching for herbs that alleviate these ailments. Which of them work best? […]
Stress is an integral part of our lives. Constant hurry, excess of duties, fatigue, new challenges, the fast pace of life, work pressure – these are just a few reasons many of us have to deal with every day. They are always accompanied by stress and nervousness. In such everyday […]
One of the most troublesome infections that practically all of us may encounter is cystitis, which is called also an urinary tract infection. This disease is most often the result of the presence of bacteria in the urinary tract, and what is more, due to the anatomical structure of the […]
It usually develops in people between thirty and fifty years old, more often touching men than women. At the initial stage, it gives practically no symptoms, and alarming signals appear only when the stones make it difficult or completely block the outflow of urine. We are talking about kidney stones, […]
Lack of acceptance of our own body is a problem for thousands of women. And although we can often hear that this is not the biggest drama that could happen to us, one cannot disagree with the fact that the problem discussed here can be extremely frustrating. Fortunately, there are […]
You lose weight, you also try to exercise regularly, but instead of losing weight, you get fat and sometimes at an accelerating rate. You ask yourself – why are you fat actually? Here are the answers to your dilemmas. If you follow these tips – instead of gaining weight, you […]
Theoretically, slimming is not a difficult process. Just limit the number of calories in our dishes, and additionally, start to move even a little. This condition must also last for some time depending on the planned weight loss goal. Why, even though the weight loss process itself is not complicated, […]
Excessive sweating is a rather embarrassing problem – unfortunately, it affects the vast majority of the population. There are various ways to avoid unpleasant odours, especially from the armpits and intimate areas. Many people seek help in antiperspirants or frequent washing. It is worth knowing, however, that there are vegetables […]
The yo-yo effect is a problem affecting many people who managed to lose weight. This phenomenon is about intensive weight gain, after losing weight period. It would seem that it results from an incorrect diet plan during weight loss. However, the truth is slightly different. Where does the yo-yo effect […]
By definition, compulsions assume behaviours that are highly difficult to resist. When we eat compulsively, we often deceive ourselves alongside doing it. To begin with, answer honestly the question you eat, because you are hungry, or maybe instead of hunger you feel sadness and a kind of internal coercion? Is […]
Most of us are aware that a well-balanced diet brings many benefits to our body. People who are interested in a healthy lifestyle usually know well what should be on their plates. On the other hand, knowledge about the proper preparation of dishes is much less common. It’s a pity […]
Self-made flavoured water is a universal drink that quenches thirst, let us feel refreshed and hydrates the body. It is believed that for optimal hydration from the inside, we should drink about two litres of water per day. Flavoured water is not only delicious but also very healthy. It is […]
Young people attach great importance to their appearance. Unfortunately sometimes, caring for a slim figure turns into obsession. Eating disorders are a problem that affects many teenagers. Parents often do not know what to do when slimming becomes their child’s obsession. Therefore, it is worth explaining when and what action […]
Diet affects not only the appearance, but also our well-being. After all, everyone prefers to feel light and healthy than having a feeling of heaviness, which we usually get alongside an incorrectly arranged menu. 5 meals Eating five meals a day is a recipe for a beautiful figure and well-being. […]
A healthy lifestyle is becoming more and more popular among people. It consists primarily of taking a healthy diet as well as making some physical activity. The key to success is above all regularity and good motivation, which are not easy for every one of us to achieve. When to […]
The heat pouring from the sky, the ubiquitous heat, shortness of breath that makes you sleepy, and the constant feeling of thirst are the picture of summer in its most hostile version. Temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius can be dangerous for people with reduced resistance to such unusual atmospheric conditions […]
Are you trying to lose weight but despite your efforts, it’s still not going down? Are you fed up with draconian diets? Do you want to slim diet to finally bring visible results? Instead of lowering your calories intake again, sit back and think about where you are making a […]
How to prepare for a trip to the mountains? Read our guide and don’t get caught, if sudden rain meets you or you get lost – it is worth knowing what to do. You should check the weather and do not go on trips when it is going to snow […]
Nutritionists, doctors, fitness instructors – everyone is shouting that we should lead a healthy lifestyle. Admittedly, this statement is quite right, although the modern way of life is definitely not conducive to health. Constant rush, stress, notorious lack of time and insufficient physical activity can make us weaker – both […]
Rheumatic diseases are perceived mainly as problems of the musculoskeletal system, which result from incorrect postural habits or progressive ageing process which lead to spoiling changes in the musculoskeletal system. As it turns out – this is not always the case. An example of that would be a health state […]
Dry and damaged hands are a problem for most women, especially currently because of the need for intensified hands disinfection. Our hands are damaged by many factors of temperature change, washing or cleaning agents, as well as poor quality soaps with which we wash our hands every day. Proper hand […]
Digestion begins practically as fast as the food enters your mouth. Of course, this process consists of many factors directly interacting with each other, but it is worth remembering that proper eating is the easiest way to avoid discomfort in the form of abdominal pain, bloating, heartburn or constipation. The […]
Acne is a skin disease that results from the malfunctioning of the sebaceous glands. The glands malfunction during hormonal changes in the body, which result in excessive sebum production. This is a very troublesome disease, no matter which part of the body it affects. In this article, we will introduce […]
Castor oil is obtained from the seeds of a highly poisonous plant, and its valuable properties are used in both the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Do you dream about beautiful hair, skin and nails? Do you want to forget about constipation? Discover the beneficial effects of castor oil! How is […]
If you work in an office (even home one!) and spend most of your time behind a desk in front of a computer, you certainly know the feeling of discomfort and even pain that occurs especially in the neck and back areas. About 8 hours spent practically in the same […]
We always want to look as beautiful as possible – young and vigorous. But the ageing process of the skin is inevitable, and its most common symptom is a reduction in the elasticity and firmness of the skin, on which wrinkles appear. There are many treatments and cosmetics (which can […]
Back pain sometimes attacks suddenly and it is not quite clear what is causing it, and there can be plenty of causes, unfortunately. Carrying heavy things, the poor technique of exercises, congenital defects – all this can be a reason for terrible back pain, which does not allow us to […]
The spring period has begun, and we are increasingly showing the more of our bodies. However, sometimes we are not satisfied with our appearance. The cause of the poor condition of the skin is winter – wearing thick sweaters, improper at this time of year, a large temperature difference between […]
We usually don’t pay too much importance to how we store food in the fridge. Many people think that low temperature is enough for food to remain fresh and retain their full nutritional value and good taste. Unfortunately, this is not true. It is therefore worth explaining how to properly […]
For most women who take up training and diet, the first step is to buy a weight scale. They often think that this is the only effective way to control their progress. But this is not the case – weighing can motivate further action, but it can also effectively discourage. […]
During pregnancy, the skin becomes very sensitive. You can feel every scar or skin damage even more due to the increased sensitivity of the nervous system. During pregnancy, you can not use certain substances and cosmetic procedures. This is because there are hormonal changes in your body that you cannot […]
The most laconic answer to this kind of question is that we eat too much and we burn too little. The whole issue of overweight and obesity could only remain in the sphere of aesthetics and fashion, were it not for the fact that this phenomenon has an ever-wider reach […]
Nail-biting is often caused by neurosis, which is why it’s so difficult to get rid of this habit. People who bite their nails often cannot unlearn this because it becomes an uncontrolled behaviour. Before starting the fight against biting nails, buying bitter varnish or chewing gum instead of nails, you […]
Cellulite is the real bane of modern women’s self-confidence. Even to 80 per cent of women said that they had to fight cellulite at some point of life. How can we make that fight against cellulite to be more effective? What is cellulite and where does it come from?The next […]
