Immune system and health from a clinical psychoneuroimmunology perspective

The immune system plays a central role in regulating health and the body's ability to adapt. Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology provides an integrated understanding of how factors such as stress, sleep, diet and emotional states influence the immune response over time, framing the immune system as part of a...

Magnesium: physiological functions and relevance to health

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in multiple physiological processes in the human body. Although it doesn't always receive the same attention as other micronutrients, it plays an important role in metabolic, neuromuscular and energy regulation. Maintaining adequate magnesium levels is associated with the normal functioning of various systems in the body. Biological functions of...

The neuroscience of mindfulness: how this practice influences the brain and mind

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...

Sleeping well: strategies to support sleep regulation and health

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...

The influence of emotions on the body's physiological regulation

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...

9 Steps to a Healthier Life

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...

Kitchen materials and health: what to consider

The safety of food depends not only on its origin or nutritional quality, but also on the materials it comes into contact with during preparation, cooking and storage. Scientific evidence suggests that some materials used in the kitchen can, under certain conditions, release small quantities of potentially undesirable substances, especially when exposed to high heat,...

Habits: why it's so difficult to change behaviour

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...

Stress, bruxism and headaches: understanding the relationship from an integrative perspective

Living in contexts with high levels of demand and pressure can contribute to the development of stress, a physiological and neurobiological response to situations perceived as threatening. When prolonged, stress can affect both mental and physical health, manifesting itself in various ways, including bruxism. This behaviour, often triggered by stress, is characterised...