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Ecowatt: an electricity weather forecast to avoid blackouts this winter

A tool launched by RTE RTE, the French electricity transmission system operator, offers various online tools to find out about Electricity consumption in France at different scales (by city and by region). This EDF subsidiary has also launched an electricity weather forecast and an alert system. ...

15
Sep
2022

Electricity consumption: 5 things that really make a difference

ifference on your energy bill, then it's on heating that you need to act first. The first of the 5 most effective gestures to reduce your electricity consumption is to lower the temperature in your home by 1°C. Set the thermostat to 19°C in the living rooms and settle for 17°C in the bedroom. ...

30
Sep
2022

Black Friday: 3 solidarity alternatives

What is the problem? With global warming, more and more of us are aware of the harmful consequences of excessive consumption throughout the year and especially during Black Friday! Many people realize that this day of promotions is an incentive to buy things they don't necessarily need... Thi ...

30
Nov
2021

Electrical load shedding in France: how does it work?

dividuals and professionals) supplied by the same power line. At what time can the power shedding take place? These temporary cuts occur during peak consumption, i.e. in the morning between 8am and 1pm or in the evening 6pm and 8pm. It should also be noted that electrical load shedding in Fra ...

22
Dec
2022

Fructose is believed to be the leading cause of obesity worldwide.

ustrial desserts in the form of glucose-fructose syrup. What are the dangers of fructose? The dangers of fructose for health are related to excessive consumption of this simple sugar. When consumed in reasonable amounts and in combination with vitamins and natural fibers found in fruits, it poses no ...

25
Oct
2023

The European Sustainable Development Week: actions throughout France.

to raise awareness among the general public about the challenges of sustainable development and encourage them to adopt more environmentally-friendly consumption patterns. Specifically, this event aims to raise awareness among as many people as possible about the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SD ...

30
Mar
2009

Mushrooms: beware of poisoning!

xication. All mushrooms, even those that are edible, can cause digestive disorders if consumed in excessive quantities, undercooked or spoiled. Their consumption can lead to nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. But there are also around fifty dangerous mushrooms in Europe that can cause ...

01
Sep
2014

Common food additives promote several cancers.

study, which has highlighted a link between food emulsifiers and the occurrence of several cancers, should encourage you to read labels and limit your consumption of industrial foods. Even if you don't have time to track down E471 and E407 codes, always look for the ingredient list on packaging. Th ...

22
Feb
2024

Filtered carafes

Tap water In France, tap water is perfectly safe for consumption. Its distribution is the responsibility of municipalities or their associations, in accordance with the water law of January 3, 1992. In order to be considered drinkable and distributed to the population, water must comply with values ...

29
Jan
2007

Fair Trade Fortnight: events throughout France.

by members of the Platform for Fair Trade (PFCE), this operation leads to hundreds of events throughout France. For two weeks, actors in responsible consumption organize fair meals, specialized markets, meetings with producers from the North and South, ethical fashion shows as well as cultural acti ...

12
May
2011

Insomnia: Melatonin is not a miracle cure

nts. - individuals suffering from certain inflammatory or autoimmune diseases, epilepsy, asthma, and mood, behavioral, or personality disorders. The consumption of dietary supplements containing melatonin is also not recommended for people who need to perform activities requiring sustained vigilanc ...

26
Apr
2018

15 foods to relieve stress

angieri says. 'Pistachios contain key phytonutrients that can provide antioxidant support for cardiovascular health.' Dark chocolate Regular, healthy consumption (just a few pieces, not a whole bar!) of dark Chocolate may have the power to regulate your stress levels. 'Research has shown that it can ...

22
May
2020

Ecology: a French start-up invents infinitely reusable gift wrapping

What is the problem? During the holiday season, our paper consumption explodes. In France, it is estimated that more than 20,000 tons of wrapping paper are consumed each year. This avalanche of paper is equivalent to 380,000 cut trees or 11,000 tons of carbon equivalent. In addition, most com ...

08
Dec
2021

Salt-free diet: what to replace salt with?

to know Even if you don't have cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure, it is a good idea to reduce your salt intake. In France, the average consumption is around 12 grams per day per person, while health authorities have just lowered the recommended rate from 6 grams to 4 grams per day. ...

29
Mar
2022

Kidney stones: what diet to adopt?

nk water without moderation, it is best to limit yourself to two to three cups of tea or coffee per day. You should also cut down on alcohol and soda consumption. Alcohol has a dehydrating effect and increases uric acid levels in the urine. Therefore, follow official recommendations and do not co ...

12
Apr
2022

Senility: drinking tea to prevent cognitive decline

nd an MRI to them. Using magnetic resonance neuroimaging, they were able to observe their cognitive functions and found a link between regular tea consumption and healthy cognitive function. Protective molecules against aging It was already known that tea contains antioxidant and anti-inflamm ...

27
June
2022

Banning junk food advertising reduces risk of obesity

The impact of advertising on consumption We generally underestimate the influence of advertising on our consumption choices, especially when it comes to food products. Pleasure foods such as burgers, appetizer cookies, or candy are often craved when they are displayed on billboards in public places ...

15
Sep
2022

Energy efficiency: the government's 5 key measures

to lead by example. It has thus decided to cut off hot water in public sanitary facilities, except for showers. It should be noted that hot water consumption in public buildings accounts for 10% of the state's total energy consumption. The government has also provided an envelope of 150 milli ...

11
Oct
2022

How to make homemade kombucha?

n 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 gained more and more foll ...

31
Jan
2023

Taurine: the new secret to living longer and healthier?

y drinks excessively. You would probably get the opposite effect because these drinks are richer in caffeine and sugar than in taurine. Too frequent consumption would only worsen certain health problems such as overweight, diabetes, or heart disease! As often when scientists extol the virtues of a ...

16
June
2023