pumpkin seeds are extracted from the pumpkin . Pumpkin was used eight to ten thousand years ago and perhaps earlier in Mexico by the Algonquians and Menominis who then used them as a diuretic . Subsequently, settlers in North America ground them and mixed them with honey, milk or water and used them

Its practitioners never cease to sing its praises:by controlling ones breathing and by emptying oneself, one would achieve truly incredible results, capable of carrying out a real revolution in ones inner being, and bringing peace, serenity and clarity. where all other methods have previously failed

The avocado has long been decried because it is high in fat. This oleaginous fruit from Mexico is, however, “green gold » as it is nicknamed as it is beneficial for health . Indeed, the lipids it contains in large quantities are unsaturated fatty acids which are also cardioprotectors . Oleic acid, i

The relationship of a grandchild with his grandparents is often, if not determined, at least marked by food. Not so much by what is on the plate - although the smell of asparagus still awakens in some the ghosts of their grandmothers dining room - but rather by the ritual signified on occasion:for m

The aging of the body is undoubtedly more easily palpable than the aging of the brain. The reduction in cerebral functions, which inevitably occurs with advancing age, is indeed more difficult to pinpoint:it is impossible to take a photo at a given moment and compare the evolution a few months or a

Hazelnuts are very popular oilseed fruits in our country. We consume around 20,000 tonnes of it for our indulgence, but did you know that these small fruits with their very subtle taste are also recommended for their various medicinal properties? We will explain why and how. A bit of hazelnut histor

There is something shameful about admitting to having had cosmetic or plastic surgery. A shame for a society where appearance is king, and where an undeniable cult of youth prevails. And that, no need to look further than some stars to understand it! We should therefore remain young and beautiful th

When the good weather arrives, the buds appear and hatch, the pollen floats in the air and, if it triggers allergies in some, it awakens an appetite for nature in many city dwellers. Its time to take the grandchildren for the weekend and go for a walk at the lake or for a walk in the forest. And why

Every year, many people wait for the return of the apricot in the summer for its unique and fragrant taste. We are used to enjoying it in the middle of summer and it is one of the most popular fruits. In addition to this unique flavor and smell, the apricot is an excellent fruit for health , because

If psychology as a science really took off at the beginning of the 20th century, under the successive impulses of Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung, it took time to become more democratic. An elite fad, a pastime of bourgeois children who have too much free time to feel sorry for themselves, or even a dis

Aloe vera is a plant belonging to the aloes of which there are several hundred species. Aloe vera has been used by humans for over 6,000 years in herbal medicine and in Ayurvedic medicine in general. Several clinical studies have demonstrated its many therapeutic and medicinal properties. Compositio

A scourge that strikes the elderly most violently is that of loneliness. Loss of a spouse, but also a social circle that withers when some die and others dwindle, or even sadder perhaps, the children and grandchildren who become more distant... whatever the reasons, the fact is that loneliness can s

Living long is one thing, but living long and healthy is another. If some Asian countries are known for their centenarians, other countries, European ones, follow them in the ranking of countries according to life expectancy. This article offers you a little special geography lesson to find out in w

In France, the reimbursement of spa treatments represents 0.15% of the health insurance budget. Even if this ultimately represents small amounts in relation to the overall budget, in the context of a policy of budgetary savings, any item of expenditure must be analysed. Support is often incomplete.

It is not always easy to accept growing old in a society that puts more emphasis on youth, and where old age is still a taboo subject. However, this is the lot of human beings and no one can do anything about it. So, you might as well say that aging remains a privilege, even in a society whose life

Chamomile is a plant that is found everywhere in France. It is well known for its soothing virtues , because it is often used as an infusion in the evening to fall asleep peacefully. Chamomile has other medicinal virtues and can also be very useful to decorate certain small temporary worries of ever

Between the months of July and September, we find plums everywhere on the market stalls. These pretty fruits come in different qualities and varieties. They can be black, yellow, red or purple. Some can be dried and are then called prunes , others are consumed in juice or fresh. In any case, plums a

From the age of 50, the body, which until now was flexible and agile thanks to the hundreds of joints that make it up, becomes less mobile with age. Joint pain and stiffness may then appear. One in two French people would be affected by these physical problems. What are the causes of joint stiffness

Cataract is a vision disorder caused by the loss of transparency of the lens of the eye, a kind of small oval lens located behind the pupil. This problem usually occurs with age due to the modification of the structure of the lens which becomes opaque. One in five people is affected from the age of

8% of the elderly are affected by the loss of autonomy in France according to the Ministry of Solidarity and Health. 1.6 million seniors will be affected in 2030, 2.5 million in 2060. The challenge of preventing and managing the loss of autonomy of the oldest is significant What is loss of autonomy