The most common sports injuries
We all want to stay healthy and fit and exercising regularly is certainly a good way to achieve this goal. We noticed that more and more people get into some
Happy hormones and neurotransmitters: Oxytocin
Oxytocin is a naturally recurring hormone that also functions as a neurotransmitter. It’s called the “love and cuddles” drug because it drives your attachment behaviours and relationships, especially your intimate
Endometrial cancer and menopause
Endometrial cancer is the most prevalent gynaecological cancer in developed countries, especially after menopause. Its incidence has increased by more than 40% in the last two decades. The prevalence of
The benefits of being a local
Spa membership at the Tivoli Carvoeiro offers a great deal more than a bit of pampering Carvoeiro residents have no shortage of places to find a bit of pampering or,
Remote Health Monitoring Supports Health Care for International Residents in Portugal
In October, PortimĂŁo hosted the BLiP Expo 2024, showcasing services and products for foreigners residing in Portugal. The exhibition’s theme, “A Better Life in Portugal”, was well reflected by Emetry
Endometriosis or adenomyosis?
Endometriosis and adenomyosis are two painful progressive disorders, both involving endometrial tissue. Endometriosis is characterized by the growth of cells outside the uterus, typically in the ovaries, pelvic cavities, and
To salt or not to salt … that is the question
Salt. NaCl. Sodium Chloride … such a seemingly simple chemical, and yet one with a most intriguing history and a complex relationship with humans. Physiologically, without the elements of salt,
Happy hormones and neurotransmitters – Serotonin, the gut-brain axisÂ
Serotonin is one of four feel-good hormones and neurotransmitters. As a neurotransmitter, it sends and receives chemical messages to and from nerve cells and between the body and brain. It
Inflammatory bowel diseases and ageing
Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), which mainly include Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), represent a group of chronic conditions that cause inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. Traditionally considered diseases
Pink Tea Party raises €10,000 for breast cancer care
The event was organised by women of Loulé Nearly 300 attended the Pink Tea Party at the Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort on Tuesday, October 8 to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness