Turmeric, a golden plant for our health Turmeric is an orange root that has been used in curries and as a medicinal plant in India for thousands of years. Its components with active properties are mainly curcuminoids, of which curcumin is one. According to several studies, turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties,1,2 which can make […]
Osteoporosis
What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a widespread skeletal disease (1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men over the age of 50): the bone becomes demineralized because calcium and phosphorus can no longer bind. Bone resorption becomes faster than its renewal, which weakens the bone, predisposes to fractures and reduces quality of life. What […]
Ageing and health maintenance
Factors affecting our health with age Ageing is a normal complex phenomenon and is to be distinguished from ill health. Among the many definitions of ageing from a biological point of view, one can find “Changes in our body that, over time, reduce our capacity to repair and adapt to our environment, decrease our physiological […]
Building blocks for cartilage, tendons, ligaments & skin
The tissues of cartilage, tendons and ligaments have strong common features. In scientific language they are part of the “extra cellular matrix” and in everyday life they are known as “connective tissue”. The building blocks of connective tissue are the same for cartilage, tendons, ligaments and skin (especially in the subcutaneous layers, the hypodermis): collagen […]
Womens’ health and beauty around menopause
Let’s feel beautiful, healthy and full of energy today and all days! The years leading to menopause mean a real transition in the lives of women. We approach the end of our reproducing period and soon will open a new chapter. For quite a few women, this transition is hard to accept, despite the fact […]
How does skin age?
How does skin age? The skin is a barrier between our body and the outside world, protecting us from aggressors, retaining water and controlling our temperature. The skin has three layers: the epidermis, the dermis and the subcutaneous tissue. As the skin ages, these three components undergo changes. Some changes are obvious: wrinkles appear and […]
The benefits of grapes
Taking specific nutrients can promote health, but is not a substitute for taking medication or the advice of your doctor. It is fairly well known that grape consumption is good for our health, whether for cardiovascular protection, symptoms of type II diabetes, support of the immune system or maintenance of cognitive functions.1-3 Grapes contain many […]
Boswellia
The intake of specific nutrients can promote health, but is not a substitute for medication or the advice of the attending physician. The boswellia is a tree native to Asia and Africa. There are about twenty species of Boswellia trees, which can also be called incense trees. The resin of Boswellia serrata, the Indian incense […]
Good nutrition after a sports injury
Taking specific nutrients can promote health, but is not a substitute for taking medication or the advice of your doctor. Tendinitis, sprains, fractures, dislocations and muscle tears are common in athletes and amateur sportsmen alike. After a sports injury, there are many points to consider in order to recover as well as possible. To do […]
Sports injuries, how to recover well?
Tendinitis, sprains, fractures, dislocations but also muscle tears are common, in athletes as well as in amateur sportsmen and women. After a sports injury, there are many points to consider in order to recover as well as possible. The affected area must regain its functions (range of motion, strength, control) without pain or inflammation. Muscles […]
What is oxidative stress?
Oxidation, how does it work? Oxidation is a chemical reaction that takes place in the presence of oxygen. You can see it when you cut an apple: once cut, the apple tends to turn brown because one of its enzymes reacts with oxygen and transforms a molecule (called phenol) into another molecule (called quinone) which […]
Cocoa, our health ally
Raw cocoa, and to some extent good quality dark chocolate, has many health properties. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties Flavonoids in cocoa are powerful antioxidants. They limit oxidative stress that damages tissues by reducing free radicals (ROS) and activating antioxidant enzymes. Its polyphenols are anti-inflammatory: they inhibit inflammatory enzymes (COX-2 type) and decrease the production of […]
Nutrients for the joints: cartilage, tendons, ligaments, bones
Collagen I, II, III Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and in mammals. It forms fibres in the extracellular matrix, giving shape and mechanical properties to tissues. There are 28 types of collagen in our body, of which the first 3 are the most abundant. Type I collagen is mainly present […]
Targeted Nutrients for Muscle and Energy
Muscles: mobility and stability Our muscles enable us to perform precise movements, maintain balance and posture, and produce heat. To take care of our muscles, which are adaptable throughout our lives, regular, moderate physical training and proper nutrition are essential. Our muscle mass decreases with age and our strength decreases in parallel (1-2% per […]
Nutrients to support brain and vision
Let’s protect our brain The number of functions of our brain is incredible and we use a multitude of them every second of our life (memory, speech, learning, reasoning, autonomous body regulations…). Unfortunately, as we get older, these brain functions diminish. This phenomenon is on the one hand normal, because our cells repair themselves less […]
The functioning of brain and eyes
Parts and functions of the brain The brain works like a big computer. It processes the information it receives through the 5 senses, and sends back messages, conscious and unconscious, to the body. However, the functions of the brain go much further with the ability to think, make decisions and feel emotions. The size of […]
The roles and impact of inflammation
Inflammation is part of the body’s defence mechanism. This response helps the immune system to act in order to eliminate harmful stimuli (for example, pathogens, damaged cells, toxic compounds and radiation) and initiate the healing process, making it an essential survival mechanism. However, over time, inflammation damages healthy tissue and disrupts immune response mechanisms. This […]
Lysine and threonine: essential amino acids important for the connective tissue
Lysine Lysine is an essential amino acid, which means that our body cannot make it and therefore we must obtain it through our nutrition. Lysine increases the absorption of calcium in the intestines and limits its evacuation through the urine, which helps maintain healthy bones. Lysine also promotes healthy blood vessels and smooth muscles and […]
Pomegranate extract rich in ellagic acid, an ally for your skin!
Ellagic acid is a polyphenol found in certain fruits and vegetables, mainly berries, pomegranate and some oilseeds. It is known for its antioxidant properties: it helps eliminate toxins and protects against free radicals. Basically, plants produce this compound as a defense mechanism against infections and parasites. Ellagic acid is a good photo-protector for the skin: […]
The many health properties of gentian and edelweiss
Gentian and edelweiss are alpine plants with many health properties, also for joint and skin health. Gentian Gentian has an analgesic effect that helps to reduce persistent inflammatory pain. It can modulate pain transmission and decrease the expression of certain pain receptors in the brain. This effect on the central nervous system could be due […]