The term “menopause” describes the period in a woman’s life in which her body gradually loses its ability to reproduce. It is a phase of hormonal change in the female body similar to puberty or also pregnancy. Most women have their last menstruation between the ages of 48 and 52. But this can also be…
Hardly anything affects health more than nutrition does. But many people do not know that omega-3 fatty acids in particular play a major role in this regard, because: fish can help to improve our nutrition and our health. Foods which are rich in omega-3 fatty acids include cold water fish such as salmon and tuna…
Our immune system protects us all year long against viruses and bacteria. However, dry heated air and temperature fluctuations make us more susceptible to colds in the cold time of year. Anyone who would like to support their body’s own defence should strengthen their immune system in a timely manner. Viruses and bacteria are active…
Pregnant women do not need additional energy for the baby until about the fourth month. And even then, they only need about ten percent more than before (around 250 calories). That corresponds to an apple and a small cheese sandwich, for example. Try not to gain too much weight during your pregnancy. Putting on ten…
Folic acid is a water-soluble B vitamin that is indispensable for all of the growth and development processes in the body. Together with vitamin B12, folic acid is essential for the formation of red and white blood cells as well as for the production of blood platelets which are necessary for blood clotting. Importance during…