Taking care of our health should be a priority during any stage of our lives. This will help us to have an excellent quality of life at all levels and ages. According to the definition elaborated by the World Health Organization (WHO), “health is a complete state of physical, mental and social well-being, and not…
As I turned 40, my biggest concern was whether I could still be a mom and whether I would be able to conceive a healthy child. All the information I read focused on the brutal way fertility is reduced from that age, the increased risks of having a baby with a health problem, and the…
Dermopharmacy is a scientific discipline that is dedicated to the study and care of the skin with the purpose of developing the ideal formula for each type, taking into account its particularities (for example, if it is oily or dry). Despite what many people think, the products of this discipline are not drugs, but rather…
The holidays are filled with family, friends and festive gatherings. Healthy eating during the holidays may seem like a challenge, but it doesn’t always mean giving up your favorite desserts and sweets. With a few small changes, it’s possible to maintain healthy eating habits during the holiday season. Baking for the holidays? Small changes can…
“Breakfast is the most important meal of the day!” We’ve all heard the saying, right? Well, if you’re not a wake-up-hungry sort of person, it’s probably an idea that’s tough to swallow. But here’s the question: Are you really harming your health if you skip breakfast? We asked registered dietitian Beth Czerwony, RD, if breakfast…
This spread fits right into a Mediterranean diet. Cannellini beans are a staple legume in Tuscany, Italy, and polyphenol-rich peppers and onions and our brain-boosting broth add additional benefits. Ingredients 2 bacon slices, diced 2 tablespoons diced celery2 tablespoons diced yellow onion 2 tablespoons peeled, diced parsnip 1 tablespoon chopped garlic2 cups dried cannellini beans, soaked overnight and drained 5 cups brain-boosting broth 1 tablespoon…