Doctor, I need an antibiotic!
All doctors have heard this statement over and over again. It is wrong, totally and absolutely wrong, to consider that an antibiotic is the solution to treat all sorts of
Demystifying the negative impact of eggs on health
For decades, eggs were considered “villains” as far as food was concerned, as their consumption would allegedly increase blood cholesterol levels, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. During the last
Upper back and thoracic spine pain
Spring time is here with its very pleasant longer days. Even though it is not winter anymore, we are still going through ups and downs in temperature which is letting
Immunotherapy, a new path in the search for a cure for cancer
In the last five years, a new era was born in the fight against cancer. Immunotherapy is considered by many as the “fourth pillar” in cancer treatment, the first three
Soup, a healthy meal all year round
Summertime is almost upon us and the habit of eating soup is slowly disappearing. But the fact that the temperature is rising is not a reason to put this Mediterranean
What do you know about balance disorders?
Balance disorders are conditions that cause dizziness and a feeling of unsteadiness. A feeling of spinning, floating or moving about might occur when you are standing, sitting or lying down.
We are what we eat – 10 healthy tips to live better and longer
Did you know that an anti-inflammatory diet – Mediterranean Diet – can help you to prevent diseases such as obesity and also alleviate conditions such as arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease,
WHO study highlights “scary” lack of autonomy of Portugal’s teens
A new study by the World Health Organisation has shown what one psychologist has described as a “scary lack of autonomy” among Portugal’s teens. They are the most ‘stay-at-home’ youngsters
Health Forum focuses on diabetes and excess weight
A Health Forum, in collaboration with healthcare providers Luzdoc, has been organised by foreign residents association afpop to take place on April 1 at Boavista Golf Clubhouse in Lagos. The
Healing time, how long will it take?
On your first visit to the chiropractor, you will be asked to fill out a questionnaire about your health condition. Did you know that some of the information we collect