According to common knowledge, factors that may promote heart disease include diabetes, overweight and obesity, poor diet, lack of physical activity and excessive alcohol consumption. Under the influence of these factors may result in heart failure, heart attack or arrhythmia. How to effectively prevent heart disease? Read more
Healthy Habits
What are the effects of bacteria that colonize the intestine?
The formation of the human immune system is largely due to exposure to specific microorganisms that are transmitted by the mother during birth. The source of the proper functioning of the immune system are bacteria that inhabits the digestive system, the amount of which is 10-fold greater than the number of cells in the entire human body. According to the experts’ latest opinions – the composition of the intestinal microflora in children depends on the way in which they came into the world. Read more
Inflammation of joints and the immune system
Disturbances in the functioning of the immune system cause inflammation that may arise, inter alia, in the hip, knee and other joints. An immune-mediated inflammation can lower the quality of life and lead to a significant reduction in physical activity. Many specialists believe that the sources of such ailments should be sought in the digestive system, which plays an important role in the proper functioning of the immune system. How, then, improve the health of the joints? Read more
Better health of athletes thanks to new discoveries
Sport surrounds us from every side. At any time, several dozen sporting events of the highest world rank take place. This inspires us to engage in the training of some sport discipline or even to make an effort to become more physically active. Commitment to a sports career has a great impact on physical and mental health. Is sporting really healthy? Read more
Obesity may be associated with intestinal problems
Shedding excess body fat is a big problem for many people. And although it is well known that an effective weight loss process is a combination of diet and exercise, recent studies indicate that there is another important factor that affects the increased accumulation of adipose tissue. Read more
Degeneration of the macula
Macular degeneration (AMD) is a disease that often occurs in the elderly. It is believed that long-term exposure to sunlight may increase the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration. The reason for this situation is the oxidation process under the influence of UV radiation. How to reduce the risk of macular degeneration? Read more
Good condition of eyes and skin
Skin is the largest organ in the human body. The skin should be especially concerned because it is exposed to many harmful external factors. Just like the skin, the eyes are also exposed to sunlight. The skin needs protective creams, and the eyes – glasses. Can you take care of skin health and eye health at the same time? Read more
Prevention of high blood pressure
Most diseases give clearly visible symptoms that mobilize us to take care of health. Pain, fatigue, lethargy – if we feel any change in our well-being, we react immediately. In the case of high blood pressure is very different, because this condition often has no noticeable symptoms. Read more
Is omega 3 supplementation healthy?
A healthy diet should contain two groups of essential fatty acids: omega 3 and omega 6. For the proper functioning of the body we need both, however, in the Western diet there is a tendency for high consumption of omega 6 fatty acids, while the consumption of essential omega 3 fatty acids is usually reduced . Is it necessary to take omega 3 dietary supplements? Read more
Do you have high cholesterol?
Dietary fiber has the ability to bind cholesterol in the digestive tract. Eating foods rich in dietary fiber means that cholesterol does not enter the bloodstream. This is the first step in lowering cholesterol. The second step is to provide the right amount of polyunsaturated acids in the diet. Omega 3 acids directly reduce LDL cholesterol. Read more