First aid for PMS
Many women notice certain symptoms right before their period, such as sensitive breasts, nagging headaches and mood swings. Aside from the fact that this is, of course, incredibly annoying, these symptoms are not standard...
Eczema: what is it and how does lifestyle play a role?
Red scaly patches and lots of itching... About 5% of the Dutch population suffers from (chronic) eczema. How is this possible? And what can we do about it? Orthomolecular -and skin therapist Amber...
Bladder infection: causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention!
Bladder infection, also known as cystitis, is a common urinary tract infection characterized by inflammation of the lining of the bladder and urethra. Usually, this condition has...
All about PMS!
That cramp in your lower abdomen, sensitive breasts, a temper to boot, things falling out of your hands, lots of cravings for yummy sweet and fatty snacks. The scale...
Period headache: tips to relieve it
Do you also regularly have a headache just before or during your period? It's a common problem. In fact, for many women, monthly discomfort is not only limited to stomach cramps and...
Healthy eating after the holidays, 6 tips!
A wonderful time, the holidays. But after a period of many dinners, glasses of wine and extra desserts, you may feel bloated, tired and lifeless. So time to recover!....
What is a normal menstrual cycle?
One woman has a cycle of 27 days and never suffers from anything, the other woman has a cycle of 31 days and experiences moodswings and sore breasts. What...
Estrogen dominance, the symptoms, causes and solutions!
Balance and equilibrium are essential for good overall health, especially when it comes to your hormones. For example, it is important that you keep the hormones estrogen and progesterone in a proper...
Nutrition and PMS: What does the science say?
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common problem associated with physical and emotional discomfort in the days leading up to menstruation. Think intestinal discomfort, weight gain, sore breasts, dejection, difficulty concentrating,...
Nutrition for energy, what's best to eat?
More energy, who doesn't want that? Often we get up tired, experience an energy dip after lunch and fall asleep on the couch at night exhausted....
Nutrition for stable blood sugar levels
Do you regularly wake up with a rumbling stomach, need a cup of coffee after lunch by default and invariably crave sweets in the afternoon? A fluctuating...
What to do about mood swings during menstruation?
Many women experience so-called "mood swings" during their cycle, but can't quite place them. How nice then to be able to compare the different phases of your cycle....
How do I get rid of my skin problems?
Skin problems can have a huge impact on your self-confidence, as well as cause a lot of frustration. Whether it's acne, eczema, dry skin, gray skin, wrinkles or other conditions. Your...
What to do about pregnancy sickness?
Where some go through a pregnancy effortlessly, others have to deal with numerous ailments and that big pink cloud seems far away. One of the most...
Prostate health and fertility
Prostate health is important for male fertility. This organ is often overlooked, but it is essential to men's overall health....
