Diet in a child with lactose intolerance. What instead of milk?
Lactose intolerance is caused by a decrease in the activity of the intestinal enzyme - lactase - which digests the disaccharide lactose, contained in most dairy products.
Low-lactose and lactose-free milk mixes
Lactose is the primary carbohydrate component of milk (both breast and cow's milk). It is a disaccharide made up of glucose and galactose molecules. It is digested in the small intestine under the...
Benzodiazepines - how do they work?
One of the most well-known and popular groups of drugs used in psychiatry (but also in the practice of doctors of other specialities) is the group of benzodiazepine-derived drugs. The mechanism of...
PCOS, insulin resistance and diet - how to find a balance without going to extremes
PCOS and insulin resistance often occur together because insulin affects sex hormones, exacerbating symptoms such as irregular periods and excessive body hair. The right diet can help alleviate these...
Division and characteristics of types of spinal muscular atrophy
Spinal muscular atrophy is a genetically determined disease that is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. Another name for this disease used very commonly is SA. Several variants of the disease...
How do you start exercising regularly?
Introduction: Exercise is important for health and wellbeing. Regular physical activity can improve your quality of life, increase your strength and stamina, and have mental benefits. This guide will...
Hair loss in children - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Hair loss visible when washing or combing hair is usually normal. Every day, a certain number of hairs "age" and fall out, and new hairs grow from the roots in their place. In certain situations,...
Golden turmeric in the fight against cancer
Turmeric (long oyster) is a spice obtained from the crushed rhizome of a tropical plant in the ginger family. This golden powder is a great antioxidant that shows strong anti-cancer properties, helps...
Diet in a child with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that essentially has two disease entities: ulcerative colitis (colitis ulcerosa) and Crohn's disease.
Grieving after a miscarriage is genuine grief – how can you cope with it?
A miscarriage is more than just the loss of a pregnancy. It is also the loss of dreams, plans and visions of the future that began to take shape the moment two lines appeared on the test. When a...
The Chicago Seven - a list of psychosomatic illnesses you should know
The Chicago Seven is a compilation of psychosomatic diseases, i.e. conditions whose onset is greatly influenced by the psyche and emotions. The list of the most common psychosomatic illnesses is...
Headaches - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
A headache is a common complaint with which both children and adults visit the doctor. Also infants can suffer from headaches - the diagnosis in this case is presumptive.
Impact of lifestyle changes on physical and mental health
Many people are convinced that health is an external issue, beyond our control, as if it were a matter of chance that some people get ill and others do not. Often, subconsciously, we don't want to...
Depression, anxiety and psychosis in neurological diseases
The co-occurrence of psychiatric disorders with neurological diseases is not uncommon. For some of the entities typically dealt with by neurologists, psychiatric problems are even present in the vast...
Rhabdomyolysis - aetiology, presentation and management, part 1
Rhabdomyolysis is a pathological process of muscle breakdown that results in damage - sometimes irreversible - to the human body. Although there are many non-specific symptoms and the process itself...
Treatment of bedwetting in children
Bedwetting in children is most often psychological, but comprehensive therapy can help to get rid of the problem once and for all, or at least significantly alleviate the symptoms.
What is a healthy dose of alcohol?
Drinking alcohol is a common practice around the world, which can bring both pleasure and numerous social benefits. However, alcohol consumption is also associated with health risks, especially when...
Discover effective ways to treat bloating!
Flatulence is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints. Although they are usually not dangerous, they can make life less comfortable. The feeling of fullness, tightness in the abdomen and...
9 facts about potency pills that every man should know
More and more men are experiencing difficulties with erections, and this topic should not be taboo. Many are turning to potency pills in a bid to improve their intimate life and regain their...
Cholesterol-lowering diet
Elevated cholesterol (hypercholesterolaemia) is a significant risk factor for ischaemic heart disease and strokes.
