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Taurine: the new secret to living longer and healthier?

ducts in Europe. However, the American study published in the journal Science could change things as it has demonstrated some health benefits of this molecule in mice and other animals. Does taurine really have anti-aging benefits? The American scientific study mentioned above has shown that taurine ...

16
June
2023

Insomnia: Melatonin is not a miracle cure

t is melatonin? Melatonin is a hormone naturally produced by the body. It is secreted at night by the pineal gland in the brain. As night falls, this molecule inhibits the neural networks of wakefulness and stimulates those that control sleep. It therefore regulates biological rhythms and promotes s ...

26
Apr
2018

Bakuchiol: 5 things to know about this anti-ageing active ingredient

lifolia. This plant, endemic to the Himalayan region, is traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Chinese pharmacopoeia to treat skin problems. This molecule, which recently entered our cosmetic products, is still undergoing several studies. But it is already recognized as a good alternative to ret ...

09
Dec
2021

All about CBD flowers in 5 questions

ins why they are not addictive. Unlike THC, cannabidiol or CBD cannot be considered a narcotic or carry public health risks. On the contrary, this molecule is credited with several therapeutic virtues. 2- What are the virtues of CBD flowers? Even though CBD flowers have no psychotropic effect, th ...

22
Feb
2023

Hyaluronic acid injections: benefits and risks.

ng result. It is important to be aware that this is a temporary solution and not to become "addicted" to these injections. Note: Hyaluronic acid is a resorbable molecule that naturally depletes in the body. If you are hesitant to proceed, know that this cosmetic surgery procedure is reversible and ...

25
Mar
2010

Unusual: snake venom in medicines

n animal toxin. To be noted: although it may be scary, these components are not harmful because, in the drugs, the researchers use only one of the molecules contained in the venom and at a much lower dose than in animals. While venom is toxic because it contains many highly concentrated molecu ...

21
Oct
2021

Travelling in Europe: how to request a cross-border prescription?

garding the prescribed drugs, they must be designated on the prescription under their international non-proprietary name or INN (i.e. the name of the molecule) to avoid any error when delivering the treatment in another country. In addition, the prescription must specify the pharmaceutical form an ...

01
Aug
2022

Heatwave and health: mistakes to avoid

ies. In summer, due to the combined effect of sunlight and lack of wind, it is common for ozone concentration to increase in the atmosphere. However, this molecule, also known as O3, is a particularly harmful pollutant. That is why most municipalities alert the population during ozone peaks and ta ...

10
Aug
2023

Griffonia: a natural anti-stress

ntain? In herbal medicine, it is the seeds of Griffonia that are used because they contain a high concentration of 5-HTP or 5-hydroxytryptophan. This molecule is a natural precursor of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that participates in mood regulation. Thanks to its ability to increase serotonin se ...

29
Aug
2023

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

discovered that when consumed in large quantities, this sugar reduces the concentration of adenosine triphosphate or ATP in the blood. However, this molecule contributes to providing energy to the cells in the body. Consequently, the decrease in ATP levels in the blood leads to a decrease in avail ...

25
Oct
2023