What is Alzheimer's disease? Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behaviour. Symptoms usually develop slowly and worsen over time, until they become so severe that they interfere with daily tasks. Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that causes the brain to shrink and nerve cells in […]
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How many B vitamins are there and how useful are they?
B complex vitamins The B vitamin complex is a group of 8 B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9 and B12), which contribute to the physical and mental well-being of the body and to energy metabolism. Choline or vitamin B4 is not considered part of the B vitamin complex, but was officially recognised as […]
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Vitamin B12 and its importance
Vitamin B12 is essential to the overall diet as it helps to keep the nervous system and the number of red blood cells healthy. It also helps prevent megaloblastic anaemia, a blood disorder that causes tiredness and weakness, and is involved in the formation of genetic material (DNA). What is vitamin B12? Also known as cobalamin, […]
Memory and concentration, two key elements
What is memory? Memory is one of the brain's abilities to acquire, store, or refresh information or live experiences that enter our nervous system via some sensory pathway. It is studied in the fields of cognitive psychology and neuroscience. There are several classifications of memory based on its duration, nature and recall of emotional states. […]
Black cumin: the well-being of the pharaohs
Black cumin, Nigella sativa, is a plant native to ancient Egypt with numerous historical references and applications in traditional medicine. Black cumin is known as the oil of the Pharaohs as black cumin seeds were supposedly found in the tomb of Tutankhamen to accompany him into the afterlife. Likewise, it seems that Cleopatra and Nefertiti […]
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Benefits of Shea Butter for your skin
Who has not heard of shea butter and its many benefits? It has been widely used as an ingredient in skin care cosmetics for centuries, mainly because of its fatty acid and vitamin content. In this way, it has been used for dry skin, eczema or itchy skin that usually presents atopic skin or dermatitis, […]
Hyaluronic Acid and Vaginal Dryness
Vaginal dryness is a very common condition, mainly associated with older women after menopause, although it can happen at earlier ages, usually as a result of hormonal changes or some other unusual situation such as specific medical treatments. The function of the vaginal mucosa is to protect and lubricate the area. This mucous membrane differs […]
Supplements and the health of women
What does good health depend on? Optimal health depends on many internal and external factors. In the female body, as in the body of anyone, it is important to know and understand the signs of our body and to keep responsible daily care habits such as a balanced diet and regular physical exercise. According to […]
Tryptophan. Why is it important for our state of mind?
Serotonin, the so-called "happiness hormone", is the neurotransmitter in charge of regulating moods and generating a feeling of well-being and relaxation as well as a satisfactory level of self-esteem. Its production depends directly on a fundamental amino acid in nutrition: tryptophan, which can be found in foods and food supplements. What is tryptophan and what […]
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Echinacea for Boosting the Immune System
The immune system and healthy habits The immune system is the complex defense network that our body has against external aggressions, which can affect the correct functioning of the organism. In this respect, it is essential to maintain a daily routine of healthy habits, such as taking care of your diet, practicing sports daily, sleeping […]