Sunlight plays an important role in regulating mood and the perception of emotional well-being. The association between exposure to natural light and states of greater vitality, motivation and emotional balance is often recognised in everyday experience, but is also supported by well-described neurobiological mechanisms. Mood and happiness do not result...
Faced with today's hustle and bustle, it's easy to find ourselves stuck in a sedentary routine, spending most of the day sitting at a desk or in the car. This sometimes unavoidable reality can result in various health problems, such as back pain, poor posture and reduced flexibility. To combat these challenges, Pilates...
Many patients have doubts about the best sleeping posture or report discomfort associated with the mattress or pillow. Although these factors influence comfort during the night, it is important to understand that the most suitable sleeping position is one that respects the body's individual physiology and favours the alignment of structures, which can contribute to...
Mindfulness is a practice of ancient origin that centres on paying full attention to the present moment. In recent years, it has attracted growing interest in the field of health and well-being. In addition to the subjective experience of those who practise it, neuroscience research has shown that mindfulness is associated with measurable changes...
Sunlight is an essential biological stimulus for human life. As well as providing light and warmth, exposure to natural light plays a central role in regulating multiple physiological processes, including vitamin D synthesis and the organisation of the circadian rhythm. These mechanisms directly influence bone health,...
Health is one of the most important aspects of our lives, but it's not always easy to define. For a long time, it was understood only as the absence of disease. However, this view is limited and doesn't reflect the way the body actually works on a daily basis. For me, health goes much further...
Sleep is one of the central pillars of health and physiological balance. During the night, the body activates fundamental processes of repair, regulation and adaptation, involving the nervous system, the endocrine system and the immune system. Adequate sleep contributes to physical recovery, emotional stability and the organisation of...
In situations of conflict or high emotional load, the body tends to respond automatically. Breathing can quicken, muscles tense up and the heart rate increases. These responses result from the activation of involuntary physiological mechanisms, mediated by the autonomic nervous system, which regulates vital functions such as breathing, heartbeat...
Living a healthier life is the goal of many people, but we don't always know where to start or what habits we should adopt to achieve this goal. In this article, we're going to present 9 fundamental steps for a healthier life, covering everything from diet to lifestyle and emotional well-being. 1) Choose natural foods...
Many people want to change habits that they know aren't good for them. It could be their diet, their sleep, the way they deal with stress or their lack of movement. Despite this awareness, change doesn't always happen. The idea that “you just have to want to” to change a habit is common, but it rarely corresponds to the experience...
