Many self-care products are also for sale abroad. Still, some things are useful to put in your suitcase. In an emergency, you do not have to look for a pharmacy to explain what you need in a foreign language. Advertorial What is handy to take with you? Cristina, chemist:I always recommend a sui

Today is the day of national mourning. Our work continues, but that doesnt mean we dont stop to think about it. Out of respect for the victims and all relatives, our profile picture will be black today. We wish all relatives a lot of strength with this incomprehensible loss.

For when you can no longer keep all those terms apart. Acesulfame Artificial sweetener Aspartame Artificial sweetener Blood sugar Glucose in the blood BMI Body Mass Index, divide your weight in kilograms by height x height. A method to calculate whether you have a healthy weight. Calorie Measu

Do you have menopausal symptoms? Then it may be wise to leave that cup of coffee. Hot flashes Research shows that women who drink coffee are more prone to hot flashes and sweats at night. It seems that caffeine makes these symptoms worse. Moderate It can help to drink less coffee. Other hot drink

Annoying news for people with a fear of contamination:during a handshake ten times as many bacteria are transferred than during a boxing with fists against each other. Contaminated glove The experiment was conducted with gloves containing the E.coli bacterium, some types can cause food infection.

Do you prefer comfort food in times of stress? That is precisely when healthy living is extra important. The effect of stress Stress builds up in your body and accelerates the process of cell aging. The ends of chromosomes (telomeres) shorten under stress. The shorter a telomere, the weaker the ce

Marie-Anne blogs for Santé about the cartilage problem in her knee. It once started after a skiing accident, today Marie-Anne reveals the full story. How it started It is 1999 and after a turbulent year I decide to go skiing in Austria with friends. The conditions are good. A nice hotel, fresh snow

Losing weight is more often hard than fun. With these five tips you can make it more fun. 1. Track your progress What choices did you make? How much progress have you made? Knowledge is power. By reflecting on these questions, you make your way to the ultimate goal a little more tangible. 2. Lear

Do you suffer from back pain? This can have very different causes, but have you ever thought about these things? 1. Your attitude is not good Are you bent over, do you walk with a hollow back or slumped shoulders? When your posture isnt right, it can take its toll on your back. 2. You work behind

Stupid questions you never dared to ask. Of course with smart answers. In the August issue you can read 25 questions and answers. Cant get enough? We have also created a file for stupid questions online.

Driving with hay fever is comparable to driving with two to three glasses of alcohol. This is apparent from research by the academic hospital Maastricht UMC. Driving skills are affected because hay fever can cause fatigue and memory problems. Be extra alert Especially if your driving skills may al

In some countries you can catch infections that are transmissible via blood without noticing. In most cases you will not notice such an infection yourself, but when you donate blood, the recipient of the blood can become ill. Temporarily stop giving blood You can catch infections closer to home th

The wine bottle now opens at the end of the afternoon. But how do you know if its starting to become a problem? According to British research, you only need to ask yourself two questions. 1. How often do I drink more than five drinks on one occasion?2. Did I do something in the past year, or did s

At festivals you often have to hand in an expensive coin for a glass of water. That will soon change. Free tap water Event organizer ID&T will start offering free tap water at various festivals. At special water bars you can have a glass or water bag filled with local water for free. A good thing

Your phone is generally not seen as a stress-reducing factor. Soon your phone may be able to measure how stressed you are. But the real relaxation, you will have to do that yourself. Procedure An app is currently being tested that can measure how stressed you are. What do you need? The app, a spec

The time when you have to think about your pill every morning may soon come to an end. At the push of a button An implant has been developed that can be placed under the skin, after which you can switch the release of hormones on and off yourself with a remote control. So you are protected or unpro

Which vaccinations do you need before you travel? Do you have a mosquito bite or a tick bite? With the Holiday Doctor App you can consult with a medical expert from your holiday address. Ask an expert The holiday doctor gives advice on various matters. Do you have a mosquito bite or a tick bite? Y

Marie-Anne:I cant say approximately how many hours I spent with my physio. There are times when I see him more than my husband. Dont talk, but brush Over the past few years, I spent a lot of time at the machines, kneading my knees and practicing until I couldnt say porridge anymore. My therapist i

Are you finally on vacation, your stomach gets sick and it looks like you wont be able to get off the toilet for a while. How can you prevent stomach complaints on holiday? Did you know… In warm weather, bacteria multiply much faster, which increases the risk of complaints. Tips to prevent stomac

Give in to your cravings in the middle of the night at the airport this year and opt for a meal rich in carbohydrates. That can reduce your jet lag. Day and night Light signals our body to stay awake and dark signals to sleep. Yet our bodies become accustomed to a certain pattern, so that we do not