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Coryza in cats: symptoms and prevention

t vaccinated. It is indeed a highly contagious disease between felines (but not for humans) that is caused by a combination of several viruses and bacteria. Three viruses are involved in coryza and cause different symptoms in the Cat: - A 'Herpes virus' causing infection of the nose, respirat ...

09
Feb
2009

How to make homemade kombucha?

, this beverage is low in sugar and naturally fizzy. Its taste is somewhat reminiscent of sweet cider. Because it contains some alcohol as well as bacteria and yeast, its consumption is not recommended for pregnant women and young children. What are the benefits of kombucha? If kombucha has g ...

31
Jan
2023

The French Gut: a project to map the microbiota of the French.

ct? The French Gut project, which literally means "the French intestine", aims to learn more about this organ and, more specifically, the billions of bacteria that inhabit it. Our intestines house a vast ecosystem composed of 50 trillion bacteria. This microbiota, which represents one kilogram of o ...

18
Aug
2023

Decoration, Furniture, and Bedding: 5 Tips for a Healthy Bedroom

Remove shoes to limit bacteria and toxic substances. The first tip for maintaining a healthy bedroom is to take off your shoes when entering the room. We're not always aware of it, but the shoes we wear outside bring harmful bacteria and toxic substances into our homes. Walking on the street, we p ...

21
Feb
2024

Sweating: 5 unusual facts

r sweat glands is composed mostly of water and minerals and is naturally odorless. Bad odors are caused by sweat becoming macerated in contact with bacteria. Now, the latter love to cling to the hair that maintains a humidity level conducive to their proliferation. Epilation is a good way to l ...

18
Aug
2015

Expired food: which ones can still be eaten?

The same goes for cans, which are long-life products. But be careful! You should not eat the contents if the can is bulging as this may be a sign of bacterial contamination. Sugar and honey have no shelf life and can be eaten without risk because they are both very stable foods. The same goes fo ...

25
Aug
2022

Vegetable garden: 8 diseases of the zucchini.

s accompanied by liquefaction of your zucchinis, it is probably another one of the 8 diseases of zucchini called soft rot. This disease is caused by a bacteria named Pectobacterium carotovorum and has excess moisture and wounds on the zucchinis as contributing factors. Therefore, to prevent this d ...

07
June
2023

Gastroenteritis: symptoms and remedies

Symptoms of gastroenteritis Gastroenteritis (not to be confused with stomach flu) is an inflammatory infection usually caused by bacteria or a virus. The symptoms of the disease, which can vary from person to person, are diarrhea often accompanied by vomiting, abdominal cramps, headache, and fev ...

14
Oct
2008

Ticks: Risks and Prevention of Diseases

is moderate (between 7°C and 25°C). What health risks? When ticks settle on an animal or a human being, they can transmit various pathogens: viruses, bacteria, protozoa and even neurotoxins. They can thus be responsible for different diseases, including Tick-borne encephalitis (against which a vac ...

27
Apr
2009

Clay: What benefits for the stomach?

ce elements, possesses numerous properties. When applied as a poultice on the skin, it is soothing, healing, disinfectant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. It is also indicated for digestive problems, such as stomachaches and abdominal pain. Benefits for digestion Clay has a quick and natural ...

28
Jan
2013

Solid cosmetics: advantages and disadvantages

h glass or another small jar to store your solid toothpaste Note: for those afraid of germs, rest assured! Since solid products do not contain water, bacteria cannot thrive in them. You can therefore store them in your bathroom for a long time without fear of them getting damaged. If you need to t ...

19
Oct
2017

15 foods to relieve stress

Mangieri, 'so a complex carbohydrate like bear claw won't contribute to your already potential blood sugar spike. Yoghurt As weird as it sounds, the bacteria in your gut can contribute to stress. Research has shown that the brain and gut communicate through body chemicals, which is why stress can c ...

22
May
2020

The hydroalcoholic gel: history of an invention

c gel in a hospital setting is faster and more convenient than a traditional hand wash. More importantly, it is almost as effective at getting rid of bacteria and viruses. When healthcare personnel at the University Hospitals of Geneva adopt it, hospital-acquired infections drop by 7 to 8%. Didie ...

05
Nov
2020

Unusual: 3 small animals that heal

miting the risks of infection. Honey is a good healing agent because its acidity and its concentration in sugars create an environment that prevents bacterial proliferation. In addition, its composition contains natural antibiotics that limit the development of bacteria and promote tissue rege ...

14
Oct
2021

Sore throat: untangling the real from the fake

of a sore throat. The rapid diagnostic orientation test for angina, or "Trod angine," allows you to determine whether your sore throat is of viral or bacterial origin. Previously performed by a doctor, this test can now be done at the pharmacy. It is important to know what type of angina you are de ...

08
Nov
2021

Health: what is an autoimmune disease?

of the patient's immune system against their own body. In a healthy person, the immune system defends the body against external aggressors such as bacteria or viruses, while tolerating its own constituents. Autoimmune disease occurs when this tolerance is broken and the immune system attacks t ...

11
Apr
2022

Pregnancy: what is the prenatal check-up?

omen, in particular a blood test to detect : - infections that can cause fetal malformations such as rubella or toxoplasmosis - viruses and bacteria that can contaminate the fetus such as syphilis, HIV and hepatitis B and C. To note: regarding the Covid-19 virus, vaccination is recommen ...

09
June
2022

Hygiene in summer: be careful not to over wash!

effective, hand washing should be done with warm water and soap and should last for at least 15 seconds. So, to protect yourself from viruses and bacteria, remember to wash your hands after using the bathroom, before each meal, after manual activity, and on the way home, especially if you have t ...

30
June
2022

Bed linen: how to wash a pillow?

sweat and saliva and accumulates dead skin. Moreover, it constitutes a warm and humid environment, propitious to the development of dust mites and bacteria... This is why, even if you do not suffer from dust mite allergy, you must plan a regular maintenance of your pillows to sleep in a healthy e ...

19
Aug
2022

Fridge and freezer: what to do in case of power failure?

es. In the event of a power outage, it is advisable to clean your refrigerator and freezer a few hours after the power outage to limit the growth of bacteria inside the appliance. It's important to clean these appliances thoroughly before you refill them with groceries. But don't open the refr ...

21
Dec
2022