A radiant skin with vitamin C
Did you know that it also plays a role in the good condition of our skin? Besides its important role in the immune system, vitamin C is essential in many cellular processes of the body for its antioxidant action.
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Our skin is one of the most sensitive organs of our body. One of the most common, but also the most unknown, skin conditions is psoriasis. We tell you what it is and how to manage its symptoms.
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Rest is one of the most essential needs that human beings have, and many of our vital functions depend on it. The amount of melatonin plays an important role in our natural sleep cycle.
Blueberries and their benefits for your body
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You may have heard the word beta-carotene and associated it with carrots. Do you know what its properties are and how they relate to vitamin A?
Supplements and the health of women
What does a good health condition of a woman depend on? On many factors, both internal and external. Food supplements may help women to cope with situations such as a lack of energy, premature ageing of the skin or weight control, among many others.
Cystitis: types, symptoms, causes, and treatments
With the arrival of summer it becomes more common to suffer from cystitis. There are various causes for its appearance, but also certain habits that you can adopt to prevent it from occurring or to alleviate its symptoms.
Nutricosmetics to show off skin, hair and nails
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Weight loss: Glucomannan benefits
Hunger is the great enemy of diets. What can we do to fight it? The answer may be this vegetable fibre that helps to keep you feeling full for longer.
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Top 10 questions to ask yourself to keep up your immune system
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Caffeine and sport, everything you need to know
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Memory and concentration, why they fail and how to improve them
30 May, 2022Find out how memory and concentration work and how they can be trained to retain memories and experiences.
Female fertility, how to improve it?
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12 May, 2022Find out if sports or exercise-related factors can contribute to urinary tract infections, and what advice to follow when exercising if you already have cystitis.Vitamin B12 and its importance in the vegetarian diet
12 May, 2022Vitamin B12 is essential for the diet, especially for vegetarians and vegans. Find out why
Anosmia, why does the loss of smell happen and how to recover it?
15 March, 2022Loss of smell, or Anosmia, is a smell disorder that affects a great part of the population. Find out what causes it and how it can be treated to recover it.
Biotin, how does it help keep hair healthy?
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13 January, 2022Social isolation has important effects, especially on our mood. When is it a problem and what recommendations can we follow?Glucosamine and chondroitin: uses and benefits
30 December, 2021Both glucosamine and chondroitin are natural structural elements of our body tissues, especially cartilage. We tell you how they differ, what their benefits are and where to find them.
Collagen, what is it and what is it for?
30 December, 2021Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body. It is part of our bones and skin and is key to both osteoarticular mobility and skin maintenance.
Propolis. Characteristics and Benefits
30 December, 2021Propolis is a resin produced by bees and used to protect the hive. It contains twelve flavonoids, vitamins and minerals. Find out about its uses, benefits and how to take it.
Minerals, importance for our body
30 December, 2021Nutrients are necessary for the normal functioning of the processes in our body. Minerals cannot be synthesised in the body and must be supplied through the diet.
How does anxiety affect our weight?
22 December, 2021Anxiety about eating, how does it affect our weight? Advices to manage anxiety and avoid snacking between meals.
Beta Alanine for Athletes: Properties, Uses and Scientific Evidence
13 October, 2021Beta-alanine is a food ingredient of interest in the sports world, as it is widely used for its properties of reducing muscle fatigue and increasing muscle capacity during exercise.
Take care of yourself like an astronaut – what nutrients are recommended for a space trip?
12 March, 2021Nutrition and the physical and mental well-being of astronauts are key issues in space exploration. What nutrients are recommended for astronauts to help them cope with such a demanding journey?
Immunoglobulins, what are they and what are they for?
12 March, 2021Immunoglobulins are proteins found in blood, saliva, tears or breast milk. Their main function is to identify antigens or foreign substances in order to neutralize them.
