Coronavirus

Coronavirus 19 – Introduction

Although coronaviruses were identified as pathogens many decades ago (ECDC, 2020) the COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) is caused by a newly discovered coronavirus (WHO, 2020).
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Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis means “porous bone” because of the porous appearance of the inner bones. During the condition, the bones lose density and become weaker and fragile and as such, they more likely to break (NHS Choices, 2016).

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Vaginal douche

Douche means to wash or soak, and Vaginal douche, is washing or cleaning out the inside of the female organ with water or other mixtures of fluids.

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The importance of handwashing

Back in 18th century, there was a maternity clinic at the Vienna General Hospital in Austria that was divided into two identical sub-clinics which had very different mortality rates due to puerperal fever (a devastating disease that affected women within 3 days of childbirth)

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Whole grains

Probably the single most effortless action you can do to increase longevity, reduce the risk of all causes of mortality (Dagfinn, et al, 2016) and improve the quality of your life, is the switch from refined grains to whole grains, because the consumption of whole grains, provide vital nutrients that contribute to the health and maintenance of the human body.(Bae et al, 2013)
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The health properties of olive oil

Olive oil is one of the most precious oils throughout the years. It is used in beauty products, for hygiene, furniture care, massage and self-care, but mostly in as a valued Read More

Nuts and Health

Are you craving a snack? A portion of nuts can be your best choice.
Nuts are rich in health promoting nutrients such as proteins, fats, a variety of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and bioactive phytochemicals.
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High Blood pressure

High blood pressure is a very serious health condition that usually goes unnoticeable since it lacks alarming symptoms. The blood vessels, heart and many organs of a patient suffer from higher than necessary pressure and several serious and life threating diseases can be developed.
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