A little pain in the rib cage? Definitely a heart attack! A stain on the skin? Cancer, thats for sure! A headache ? You might as well go to the notary to arrange your will… And so on! If it is healthy to be concerned about the pains and other discomforts that trouble us, especially at an advanced ag

Marjoram is a perennial plant from the eastern steppes, but which has become perfectly acclimatized in our gardens. This plant is part of the labiaceae family and strongly appreciates heat. It must therefore be grown in sunny soil, as it does not tolerate cold and does not tolerate humidity. Marjora

Lemon balm is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean basin. It is part of the Lamiaceae family and has a fairly strong lemon smell. It is also given the name of lemongrass, wrongly. Lemon balm is still decked out with other very pretty nicknames such as bee pepper or tea from France. It grows

Burdock has several other names, namely:great burdock, burdock officinalis, cocklebur, tinea grass or Napolier. This plant is part of the Asteraceae family. It is recognized by its red or pink tubular flowers and its large leaves, the shape of which is reminiscent of a heart. In Europe, it is found

Lower back pain, muscle spasms, joint stiffness… let’s go to the osteopath? And why not the etiopath, then? Both (following the example of the chiropractor, who only manipulates almost exclusively at the level of the spinal column) are distant descendants of the bonesetters, these healers in our vil

The benefits of the presence of a pet with seniors is well established. As proof, some retirement homes are beginning to accept them. Taking care of a four-legged friend, a bird or a rodent is beneficial for the elderly, both for their physical health and for their morale. What are the benefits of a

Lettuce is a salad that can be found on all plates throughout the year and more particularly in the spring when it is new. It is very popular for its tender green or red leaves. Lettuce is also part of all French vegetable gardens as it is known and appreciated for its taste values. This salad, nati

The black radish is much less known and consumed than the pink radish that everyone eats in the summer. He has rough skin and his color is dark. She draws on black. It is in fact a large taproot of a herbaceous plant that can measure up to one meter in height. Its smell is strong and its flesh is wh

Each stage of life, whether you are a young adult or an elderly person, involves asking yourself about your plans, your needs, in short about how you want to continue to live by taking full advantage of all the moments. Questions that always arise when you get older, even after 85, a period that is

Savory is an aromatic plant native to the shores of the Mediterranean basin, but also to the Near East, Asia-Minor and Central Europe. This herb is used like thyme and rosemary. There are two species, one of which is perennial. It is nicknamed the mountain savory and the other is the common savory o

Non-violent communication refers to a method that aims to establish relationships between people based on empathy, kindness, cooperation, respect for oneself and others. This tool is often used in conflict situations in companies, within families, couples, etc. Non-violent communication is also a go

Red cabbage is a very popular vegetable to be eaten raw in salads, but also cooked or in sauerkraut when it is fermented. It is part of the Brassicaceae (formerly cruciferous) family and its name is Brassica oleracea . Red cabbage originates from Central Europe. In addition to its subtle taste, it c

A third of the elderly say they frequently feel alone, 2 million are isolated from all family and friendly circles according to the association of the Little Brothers of the Poor. If loneliness can be a benefit if it is felt only from time to time, many seniors suffer from it on a daily basis. Fortu

The older we get, the more often it is necessary to take medication to stay healthy. For many seniors, taking medication is daily. Studies show that some have to take up to 17 different medications a day! Daily medication requires a discipline that is sometimes difficult to follow, especially for el

Hematomas, that is to say those marks that most often appear on the skin, due to the bursting of blood vessels, are more frequent in the elderly. They can be due to shocks or falls, which are more common among seniors. But other causes are possible. With age, the blood vessels and the skin naturally

Gemmotherapy, one of the branches of phytotherapy, refers to an alternative medicine that prevents and cures certain ailments through the use of buds or young shoots of plants, in the form of dilution or macerate, the parts of plants that concentrate the most their active principles, their trace ele

Making sure you have a balanced diet is one of the secrets to staying fit and maintaining your health. Vegetables and fruits in particular must be part of our diet because they provide our body with the vitamins and minerals it needs to function properly. This is why it is recommended to eat five pa

With age, hearing ability tends to decline. In France, nearly eight million people report suffering from hearing loss. Some sounds become inaudible and contribute to handicapping people who experience these hearing losses. Fortunately, high-performance and discreet hearing aids can help and relieve

Eternal youth does not exist. Shame ! But staying young longer is possible. To achieve this, it is necessary to have an excellent hygiene of life. In other words, you have to eat a balanced diet, get enough sleep and have regular physical activity. To look younger, you also have to take care of your

Joint pain increases with age. Also called polyarthralgia, they are unpleasant and sometimes disabling. These pathologies affect the well-being of the people concerned. To treat them, it is important to know the cause. What are the causes of joint pain? How to treat them? Is it possible to prevent t