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Gastrointestinal tract and metabolism (187 contents)
What are the benefits of vitamin D supplementation?
Vitamin D plays a key role in maintaining health and well-being. It is essential for healthy bones, immune system function, as well as for many other metabolic processes. Due to limited natural...
Probiotics in the diet. Natural protection against intimate infections
Natural probiotics present in the diet can effectively support women's intimate health by helping to prevent recurrent vaginal infections. Regular consumption of pickles, fermented dairy products or...
What are the symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux?
Gastro-oesophageal reflux is a condition that can lead to a variety of symptoms, affecting a patient's daily functioning. Understanding these symptoms is key to successfully diagnosing and treating...
How to treat constipation?
Constipation, also known as constipated stools, is a common bowel disorder that is characterised by difficulty having a bowel movement or infrequent bowel movements. In this article, we will discuss...
Healthier vegetables than others - a list of the healthiest ones
There is no single 'healthiest' food that provides the human body with all the nutritional values it needs, which is why a varied and balanced diet is so important. However, there are some vegetables...
Digestion: what does this complex process look like?
Proper digestion is essential for the body to function properly. Proper eating habits, physical activity and attention to hygiene are essential elements that support the digestive system. We all know...
What vitamins does your skin need to maintain a healthy and radiant appearance?
To keep your skin looking healthy and radiant, it is not enough just to use the right cosmetics. A balanced diet is also important. Certain nutrients can make a significant difference to the...
Is it possible to overdose on vitamin D?
Vitamin D is a compound that supports the immune system, aids calcium absorption, helps maintain bone and tooth health and protects against diseases of civilisation. In Poland, due to limited dermal...
Multivitamin supplements. Are they worth using?
Multivitamin preparations are popular dietary supplements in Poland, valued for their availability, ease of use and low price. Their composition includes various vitamins and minerals, plant extracts...
How do I supplement calcium on a protein-free diet?
Calcium is an essential ingredient for maintaining healthy bones, teeth and muscles. In addition, it supports the nervous and endocrine systems. Although dairy is the main source of calcium, those...
Where does the controversy surrounding the ketogenic diet come from?
The ketogenic diet is one of the more popular dietary models that has gained popularity due to its potential benefits such as glycaemic control, weight reduction and improved cognitive function. The...
What is GERD and how to treat reflux?
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a condition that affects many people around the world. It is manifested by food content returning to the oesophagus, which can lead to discomfort and more...
What does pain in the left side mean?
Pain in the left side can be a symptom of a variety of conditions and diseases, from mild to severe. The location of the pain, its nature and other accompanying symptoms can help identify the cause....
Mouth taping - and you sleep better
What is mouth taping? Find out about the effectiveness of the recently fashionable way to sleep healthier - mouth taping.
Water fluoridation: is it safe for the environment?
Compared to other community caries prevention programmes, water fluoridation has the least environmental impact of the selected sixteen categories and had the least impact on the life expectancy of...
Chronic abdominal pain in children
Does your child suffer from recurrent cramps, abdominal pain, bloating or have digestive problems? Chronic abdominal pain in children can have various causes.
Are algae the future of sustainable nutrition?
Algae is one of the products that scientists looking for a valuable food alternative to current crops have focused on. The conclusions reached by the researchers are presented below.
Carbonated water - is it unhealthy?
Parents tell their children from a young age that sparkling water is bad for their health, not wanting to irritate their throats. But does sparkling water really have a negative effect on human...
Mysterious hepatitis in children
More and more doctors around the world are sounding the alarm that they are diagnosing hepatitis of unknown aetiology in the youngest children. Several cases have also been diagnosed in Poland. Is...
How to deal with bad breath in the morning?
An unpleasant smell, despite brushing our teeth in the evening, appears in our mouths every morning. Is there a way to deal with this problem?
Electrolytes in hot weather - which can you give your child?
High temperatures promote faster water loss. How can you prevent overheating? Which electrolytes should your child take to make up for their lack?
Bloody stools in a child - how to deal with them?
Bloody stools in children can have a variety of causes, but they should always raise parents' concerns and increase their vigilance. The problem should not be underestimated - in the case of...
