Physical activity is one of the cornerstones of good health. However, incorporating movement into your daily life doesn't always mean starting a structured training plan or going to the gym. For many people, the main challenge lies in counteracting increasingly sedentary lifestyles and finding simple, sustainable ways to move more…
Sleep is one of the fundamental pillars of a healthy and balanced life. During nocturnal rest, the body activates essential processes of recovery, cellular repair, and functional reorganisation. At the same time, mental activity slows down and emotions tend to stabilise. Despite its importance, sleep is often undervalued in the context of the rhythm…
Physical exercise is not just a mechanical stimulus on the muscle. It is an integrated biological stressor, with simultaneous impact on the metabolic, endocrine, nervous, and immune systems. The response to exercise depends on intensity, duration and the organism's internal context, and this context, in the female body, varies cyclically. Ignoring the menstrual cycle is...
The human body works according to an internal clock known as the circadian rhythm. This system plays a part in organising multiple biological functions, such as sleep, appetite, body temperature, hormone production, energy levels and mood. This rhythm is naturally synchronised with the cycle of light and darkness, i.e. with...
Melatonin is a central hormone in the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle and plays an important role in the overall physiological balance. It is associated with the organisation of the circadian rhythm, the quality of sleep and various adaptive processes in the body. Although it is commonly known as the “sleep hormone”, its regulation depends to a large extent on...
Physical exercise not only benefits cardiovascular and muscular health, but also plays a fundamental role in regulating inflammation and strengthening the immune system. One of the main reasons for this positive effect lies in the release of interleukin-6 (IL-6) by the muscles during physical activity. How Exercise Reduces...
Incorporating more physical activity into everyday life doesn't require radical changes or complex routines. Small adjustments to everyday life can have a significant impact on physical health, emotional balance and the body's ability to adapt. Regular movement contributes not only to physical fitness, but also to regulating the nervous system,...
The use of electronic devices is part of most people's daily lives. Computers, smartphones and tablets are often used until very close to bedtime, which raises clinically relevant questions about the impact of the blue light emitted by these screens on sleep organisation. Understanding these effects is essential to...
Health and quality of life result from the interaction between genetic, physiological, environmental and behavioural factors. Although not all of these factors can be modified, a significant part of health status is related to everyday choices and habits. Focusing on aspects that can be adjusted is an important step towards promoting...
Have you ever stopped to think about why you need to rest? It is widely known that taking a break is beneficial for health, but delving into the reasons for this need is crucial to understanding the consequences of inadequate rest. Some of these consequences are Increased irritability. A tendency to forgetfulness. Decreased productivity. Lack of energy....
