Yogurt is one of the oldest foods in the world. It’s well-known for its nutritional value, versatility in cooking, and its cosmetic applications. For people who want to enjoy its nutritional value, there are some doubts now that some low-calorie…
Taking care of your intestinal flora is important for your body to work correctly. Good habits that boost your intestinal flora help keep your digestive system healthy and prevent illness.
Many people consider earwax to be unhygienic; however, as with other secretions of the body, this substance plays a protective role. Earwax is a cleaning agent that is responsible for lubricating the ear canal to protect against the attack of…
Although we may think that our kitchen is free of bacteria after cleaning, in many cases that isn’t the truth. It’s not just the sponge in our sink that is full of germs. In addition, there are many other mistakes…
In our home we have a great quantity of objects. And, even if we don’t always notice it these household items accumulate dust, bacteria and other potentially harmful particles. So, let’s clean house! Although we do some cleaning tasks every day,…
Gastroenteritis is a clinical condition that can give you diarrhea and vomiting as a result of inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. What is gastroenteritis? Gastroenteritis is a syndrome that results in diarrhea and vomiting caused by inflammation of the gastrointestinal…
The paranasal sinuses are cavities full of air located in the bones of the skull. They have many functions: they help breathing, smell, and even the regulation of body temperature. It’s interesting that we almost never notice certain parts of…
Vaginitis is a condition that is caused by inflammation of the mucous membranes that line the inside of the vagina. It can originate due to an excessive growth of pathogenic bacteria, or be due to yeast infections, nutritional deficiencies and alterations…
Have bad breath? Scientifically, the combination of unpleasant odors that emanates from the oral cavity is known as halitosis. However, it does not always have to do with poor hygiene. So, let’s get into the specifics on how to combat bad…
Currently, buying a bottled water is a synonym for acquiring a plastic container. However, behind this is a series of secrets related to this material that not everyone knows and that haven’t come to light. Take note and keep your body safe. These…
At the beginning of the year, the World Health Organization (WHO) published the list of the most harmful bacteria for humans. Among those published you can find the ones that took the most human lives. Knowing which these are, their…
Soaps and cleaners always claim to have the perfect recipe for getting rid of germs. However, these little invaders have found a home in every corner of our planet from the beginning of creation. As small as they are, certain germs have…
What is candidiasis? Candidiasis is a mycosis, an infection produced by fungus belonging to the Candida species. They may be acute, subacute, or chronic infections. They affect the skin, mucous membranes, and deep tissues. Symptoms are very variable. The prognosis is also…
Fermented foods are an old time tradition in many countries and they eat them as side dishes to meals that are hard to digest like carne asada (grilled meat). They are also very beneficial for our intestinal flora and our…
Throughout the year, we suffer from many illnesses, colds, sore throats and viral infections that we try to treat with antibiotics. On many occasions, we go to the doctor’s office hoping to receive this type of medication. However, it’s not…
Bacteria is a part of life. When we think about it, we picture those classic infections and illnesses that we’ve all experienced at some point or another. However, that’s not the entire picture. Bacteria is an indispensable part of life. Many…
When summer arrives we want to cool down ad get rid of the heat any way we can. One of these ways is to consume an ice-cold drink. If there are no more in the fridge or freezer, then we choose…
There is a microbe community living in your intestine. It’s called intestinal flora, or intestinal bacteria. Often its importance is ignored. Nevertheless, it plays a big role in the digestive process as well as in the immune system.
Probably when you saw the title, you thought something about how your clothes would be affected. Maybe it was that line drying would stress them or make them fade. Nothing could be farther from what we want to tell you.…
Bacterial vaginosis is a vaginal infection brought on by a change of the healthy bacteria that protect women’s intimate areas. This allows harmful bacteria to multiply excessively. They then cause a yellow or gray discharge and a strong fishy smell. This…
