Signs of hormonal imbalance
Signs of hormonal imbalance Hormones are biomolecules that are produced in our body, circulate in our blood and regulate the activity of cells, tissues and organs. They act as “messengers”, which transmit various information from one receptor of our body to another. Hormones are responsible for our behavior and reaction to events that take place […]
Ketogenic diet: benefits and potential risks
Ketogenic diet: benefits and potential risks The ketogenic diet has been known since 1920 as an antiepileptic treatment, before antiepileptic drugs were discovered. In recent years, it has become one of the most prominent weight loss strategies. It is a type of diet based on increased consumption of mainly fats and proteins and reduced carbohydrate […]
Healing the Thyroid gland
Healing the Thyroid gland When fatigue persists and body weight increases, the suspect could be the thyroid. It is a gland in the front of the neck, above the trachea, with the characteristic shape of a butterfly. It is the largest endocrine gland in our body and produces the very important hormones T3 and T4, […]
Symptoms and etiological treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Symptoms and etiological treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that mainly affects the joints of the body. It is an autoimmune disease, as its onset is triggered by a mistaken attack of the immune system against the cells of its own organism. In the case of Rheumatoid arthritis, the lining […]
Psoriasis & Nutrition
Psoriasis & Nutrition Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune non – communicable disease, not transmitted, which manifests as a skin disease and has a negative impact on patients’ daily lives and quality of life. Its etymological approach has its roots in the ancient Greek word “psoros”, which means scales. It is a disease that is […]
Headaches – Which are the real causes
Headaches – Which are the real causes Headaches are one of the most common medical issues that affect the functionality and daily life of many people. They can affect anyone regardless of age, race and gender. They can also occur on any part of the head, on either side of the head or in a […]
The Important Role of Vitamin D in Graves’ Disease
The Important Role of Vitamin D in Graves’ Disease Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disease of the thyroid gland, which was described by the Irish physician Robert James Graves in 1835. It was first recognized in the 19th century as a syndrome involving an overactive thyroid gland, manifested by goiter, palpitations and various types of […]
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Can They Suppress Inflammation And Autoimmunity?
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Can They Suppress Inflammation And Autoimmunity? Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids and an integral part of cell membranes. The value of omega-3 fatty acids was recognized in the 1940s and their lack was associated with the development of diseases such as atherosclerosis and other diseases. The three most important omega-3 […]
Psoriatic Arthritis – From Causes to Treatment
Psoriatic Arthritis – From Causes to Treatment What is Psoriatic Arthritis? Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic inflammatory form of arthritis associated with a skin condition which is called psoriasis and it has an autoimmune disease background. It affects the joints of the upper and lower limbs and / or the spine and occurs in 10-15% […]
What you should know about Hypertension
What you should know about Hypertension When the pressure through which blood flows in the arteries is higher than normal, then our heart needs to function harder, in order to maintain adequate blood flow to our body. This condition is known as high blood pressure or hypertension. Hypertension is one of the most serious chronic […]
