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...
The arrival of a baby involves a great deal of care related to its growth and development. In the first few months of life, attention to daily positioning can be particularly important, especially when it comes to preventing and monitoring cranial asymmetries, a relatively common situation at this stage of development. The baby's skull has a high...
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...
Headache is a medical term used to describe headaches, a prevalent condition that affects a significant part of the population. Among the different types of headache, tension-type headache is one of the most common and can occur occasionally or constantly. This article explores the main aspects of tension-type headache...
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...
Waking up with lower back pain is a common complaint and can affect the way your day starts. In many cases, this discomfort is related to factors associated with sleep, posture and daily habits. Although it doesn't always represent a significant structural problem, morning lower back pain deserves attention, especially when it becomes recurrent. Understand...
In recent years, the concept of barefoot walking has gained relevance in the field of musculoskeletal health and the study of human movement. This interest stems, in part, from the critical analysis of the impact of conventional footwear on foot function and, by extension, on posture and movement patterns throughout...
The arrival of a baby is a moment of joy and celebration, but it also marks the beginning of a journey full of discoveries and care. In this context, Paediatric Osteopathy has emerged as a valuable approach to promoting the well-being of newborns. Its main aim is to improve the mobility of the baby's body structures...
Taking part in sporting competitions involves significant physical and mental demands. After a competitive effort, recovery plays a central role in the body's adaptation to the imposed loads, influencing tolerance to subsequent training, fatigue management and the continuity of sports practice over time. Post-competition recovery must therefore be...
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...
