Recently, the term “lymphatic massage” has become more and more familiar to us. Most of us have probably heard or read something about it, yet how much do we really know about its purpose and benefits?
Sun is the source of light and warmth that humans need to live and thrive. It undoubtedly benefits the human body, since -among others- it ensures the synthesis of vitamin D, promotes well-being, enhances good mood and contributes to the improvement of certain skin conditions. On the other hand, excessive and prolonged sun exposure has […]
The term “Mediterranean diet” refers to the dietary pattern -with olive oil as the main ingredient- that was followed by people living in the Mediterranean region, specifically the inhabitants of Crete and Southern Italy. Many scientists have been working on this dietary model for decades, looking for its potential benefits to human health. The extensive […]
For many people, spring is the most beautiful season of the year; flowers are blooming, releasing their wonderful aromas, plant life is growing and humans become more happy, extrοverted and lively. However, the arrival of spring is not such a convenient period for everyone since many people suffer from spring allergies.
There is no doubt that fruits and vegetables are beneficial for the human body and overall health, as they contain significant amounts of antioxidants, vitamins, water, minerals and trace elements. Fortunately, we live in a country with considerable abundance and variety, providing us with plenty of nutritious options. Since spring has officially made its appearance, […]
Dried fruits constitute a contentious snack. Some people consider them a healthy and nutritious option, while others avoid them as they think of them as overprocessed and “overloaded” with sugar. But what is really the case? First of all, the term “dried fruits” applies to fruits from which most of the water they naturally contain […]
Perspiration is the normal reaction of the human body against the factors that make our temperature rise, such as increased environmental heat, physical exercise, stress, anger, spicy foods, etc. Glands secrete sweat to restore our body’s normal temperature. Sweat is usually odorless and colorless, while it is made of 95% water. So, what’s the cause […]
Our feet support our body, accepting all its weight, and as a result they may feel heavy, swollen and tired at the end of a busy day. Especially during summer months, when temperature rises, this “problem” intensifies and there are many people who often experience swelling (especially around the ankles and shins), tingle or numbness, […]
The human body has the ability to maintain a constant internal temperature, through thermoregulatory mechanisms based on the human brain. This feature allows people to live in environments with great variations in environmental temperature (e.g., at the poles or at the equator). However, under certain conditions, it’s possible that the body’s ability to regulate its […]
In every part of our body, especially in our intestines and skin, there are microorganisms that “live” with our cells, forming the human microflora. These microorganisms, which have evolved in parallel with us and are an integral part of our existence, not only are active, yet regulate daily physical functions. The genes inside these cells […]
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