Acupuncture for the spine is considered one of the safest and most effective methods in natural medicine. Through the use of the correct puncture points, it is possible to eliminate various types of pain. Very often, only acupuncture is able to remove very troublesome ailments for which traditional painkillers are not effective. It also makes it possible to reduce the amount of medication taken. Acupuncture for spinal ...
Aromatherapy is considered a form of alternative medicine. It involves the use of natural essential oils, which are introduced into the body through the respiratory tract, skin or mucous membranes. It is based on the use of known medicinal and therapeutic properties of plants. How does aromatherapy work? The aroma pathway from essential oils runs from the olfactory cells in the nose, to the olfactory system. It takes in...
Although primary osteoporosis associated with ageing is impossible to cure completely, its progression can be significantly delayed and slowed down. This will contribute to a secure old age and a comfortable life. What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is one of the common bone diseases. It is characterised by a progressive loss of bone mass and a reduction in the quality of bone tissue. The problem ...
Yoga is considered the path to perfection. It is an ancient philosophical system originating from India and has a huge following worldwide. What is yoga? According to one of the yoga masters Maheshwarananda, yoga is the path to God. In Sanskrit, the word has a wide range of meanings, but the primary one is 'fusion, union', understood as union with...
The scalp is highly innervated; massaging it stimulates the blood supply to the tissues, resulting in better oxygenation and nourishment of the hair follicles. Therefore, a scalp massage can lead to a reduction in hair loss. Head massage - how does it help? As is well known, massage is one of the more popular methods of stress reduction. It can reduce mental stress and physical tension....
Running is a very popular form of physical activity, but it comes with a risk of injury, which usually happens when you least expect it. Which running injuries are beginners to the sport most at risk of? Although running has many health-promoting benefits, such as raising the metabolism, burning large amounts of calories and preventing cardiovascular disease,...
Both osteopathy and physiotherapy can help with musculoskeletal complaints. Both are non-invasive therapies that aim to improve the functioning of all body systems. They are based on medical knowledge, knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and can complement pharmacological or surgical treatment. So what is the difference between an osteopath and a physiotherapist? What does it do ...
The word trikhos means hair in Greek. Trichology is a branch of medicine that investigates and diagnoses problems related to the scalp and hair. It looks for their causes and proposes specific treatments. Who is a trichologist? Currently, we can meet two types of specialists in this field - the trichologist, who is usually a dermatologist, and cosmetic trichologists. They are sometimes...
Ayurveda is one of the oldest healing systems that has been officially recognised by the World Health Organisation as one of the concepts of health and therapy. It is the ancient Indian art of healing and preserving the body's original balance. The name Ayurveda itself means 'knowledge of life'. It is therefore a philosophical system dealing with health, nature, purpose and meaning of human life. Ayurveda -.
Macrobiotics is more of a lifestyle than a specific diet. It is based on the idea that the food consumed and its quality have a strong influence on a person's life and happiness, and determine their physical and mental health. Its main objective is to maintain a balance between the female element yin and the male element yang. The principles of the macrobiotic diet were developed in 1920 by...