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Pollen in spring
While healthy people enjoy the spring begins allergen in March the stressful time of the pollen. Some of the following tips can help combat the symptoms and to enjoy the spring. March is the peak season for pollen. Many plants are flowering now and start accordance with the pollen to fly. Naturally, the bloom begins in high mountain regions later than in low-lying areas. Strong wind is therefore an additional burden and also ensures symptoms when the responsible plants...
Read MoreSlim in spite of yo-yo effect?
Anyone who has often grown out and back, suffering mostly from the, so-called, yo-yo effect and make it barely permanently remove – the previously believed many nutritionists. This theory is, however, now disproved by a study. Until now it was assumed, that the body’s metabolism running at a diet due to the reduced calories intake. As a study now showed, that does not mean, that people who suffered so far under the yo-yo effect, not able to lose weight...
Read MoreSaves an apple a day, the doctor
The apple is a small marvel of nature. Kiwi, pineapple and other particularly vitamin-rich exotic it may at first glance not hold a candle. The correctness of the English proverb that says translates that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but it was long since been confirmed scientifically. An apple actually contains more than 30 vitamins, plus up to 180 milligrams of potassium, further calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and iron. On the other hand, it provides only 60...
Read MoreDoes ginkgo helps in dementia?
Is said, that Ginkgo extract to have positive effects on memory. This is now confirmed by a study. Even with dementia Ginkgo may be useful. Intake of Ginkgo can have a positive effect in dementia both on the cognitive abilities as well as on the behavior. This shows a study that was recently published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research. 410 patients with mild to moderate dementia were given during 24 weeks either an extract from the leaves of...
Read MoreDoes acupressure helps for migraine?
Migraine is a neurological disorder that can severely restrict daily lives. Now a study has shown, that stimulation of the acupuncture point at the wrist can provide relief. Migraine is a widespread headache type. Women ,in particular, often suffer from this neurological disorder. For those who affected, migraine is a big burden. Severe headache, nausea and blurred vision, incapacitate the patient. When conventional treatments do not help, or it’s not enough, many of them are looking for help with...
Read MoreBath products for baby’s skin
The baby is just born and already the young mother is overwhelmed with more or less helpful advice. Especially first-time mothers know the problem. In this case, there are many tips to be viewed critically – this includes the choice of an appropriate bath products for baby’s skin. What can withstand the skin of children depends on many factors. First, the age of the child is crucial. In addition, sensitivities, and ultimately also the season. The leisure behavior is...
Read MoreIron deficiency – an often underestimated problem
Our body needs iron for red blood cell formation: The contained therein blood pigment hemoglobin, a protein that allows the storage and transport of oxygen. Also in energy metabolism plays an important role iron. No wonder that iron deficiency is a range of unpleasant and even dangerous consequences in its wake. Iron deficiency is widespread. In women, the loss of blood in menstruation and birth as well as the increased needs during pregnancy and lactation periods take their toll....
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