Turmeric, a golden plant for our health Turmeric is an orange root that has been used in curries and as a medicinal plant in India for thousands of years. Its components with active properties are mainly curcuminoids, of which curcumin is one. According to several studies, turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties,1,2 which can make […]
The benefits of grapes
Taking specific nutrients can promote health, but is not a substitute for taking medication or the advice of your doctor. It is fairly well known that grape consumption is good for our health, whether for cardiovascular protection, symptoms of type II diabetes, support of the immune system or maintenance of cognitive functions.1-3 Grapes contain many […]
Boswellia
The intake of specific nutrients can promote health, but is not a substitute for medication or the advice of the attending physician. The boswellia is a tree native to Asia and Africa. There are about twenty species of Boswellia trees, which can also be called incense trees. The resin of Boswellia serrata, the Indian incense […]
Good nutrition after a sports injury
Taking specific nutrients can promote health, but is not a substitute for taking medication or the advice of your doctor. Tendinitis, sprains, fractures, dislocations and muscle tears are common in athletes and amateur sportsmen alike. After a sports injury, there are many points to consider in order to recover as well as possible. To do […]
Cocoa, our health ally
Raw cocoa, and to some extent good quality dark chocolate, has many health properties. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties Flavonoids in cocoa are powerful antioxidants. They limit oxidative stress that damages tissues by reducing free radicals (ROS) and activating antioxidant enzymes. Its polyphenols are anti-inflammatory: they inhibit inflammatory enzymes (COX-2 type) and decrease the production of […]
Nutrients for the joints: cartilage, tendons, ligaments, bones
Collagen I, II, III Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and in mammals. It forms fibres in the extracellular matrix, giving shape and mechanical properties to tissues. There are 28 types of collagen in our body, of which the first 3 are the most abundant. Type I collagen is mainly present […]
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Targeted Nutrients for Muscle and Energy
Muscles: mobility and stability Our muscles enable us to perform precise movements, maintain balance and posture, and produce heat. To take care of our muscles, which are adaptable throughout our lives, regular, moderate physical training and proper nutrition are essential. Our muscle mass decreases with age and our strength decreases in parallel (1-2% per […]
Nutrients to support brain and vision
Let’s protect our brain The number of functions of our brain is incredible and we use a multitude of them every second of our life (memory, speech, learning, reasoning, autonomous body regulations…). Unfortunately, as we get older, these brain functions diminish. This phenomenon is on the one hand normal, because our cells repair themselves less […]
Lysine and threonine: essential amino acids important for the connective tissue
Lysine Lysine is an essential amino acid, which means that our body cannot make it and therefore we must obtain it through our nutrition. Lysine increases the absorption of calcium in the intestines and limits its evacuation through the urine, which helps maintain healthy bones. Lysine also promotes healthy blood vessels and smooth muscles and […]
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Pomegranate extract rich in ellagic acid, an ally for your skin!
Ellagic acid is a polyphenol found in certain fruits and vegetables, mainly berries, pomegranate and some oilseeds. It is known for its antioxidant properties: it helps eliminate toxins and protects against free radicals. Basically, plants produce this compound as a defense mechanism against infections and parasites. Ellagic acid is a good photo-protector for the skin: […]
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The many health properties of gentian and edelweiss
Gentian and edelweiss are alpine plants with many health properties, also for joint and skin health. Gentian Gentian has an analgesic effect that helps to reduce persistent inflammatory pain. It can modulate pain transmission and decrease the expression of certain pain receptors in the brain. This effect on the central nervous system could be due […]
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What is MSM ?
MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is a natural organo-sulphur compound found in certain fruits, vegetables and grains. Nutrients close to MSM can be converted to MSM by intestinal bacteria, but not everyone has these bacteria.1 Taking a dietary supplement containing MSM directly may therefore be the best, safe and well-tolerated option. What are the properties of MSM? Due […]
Let’s boost our immune system
It’s no myth that we get ill more in winter and that the number of deaths rises during the cold months.1 But why? Well, we know that vast numbers of viruses exist, and just as there is a wide variety of plant species, viruses themselves are also very diverse. Plus, they can mutate very quickly. […]
The benefits of taking oral hyaluronic acid
What is hyaluronic acid? Hyaluronic acid is one of the main components of the extracellular matrix. It binds with chondroitin and keratan sulphate, and forms crosslinks with collagen fibres. It is a glycosaminoglycan made in the synoviocytes, fibroblasts and chondrocytes, and plays an important role in the biomechanical properties of connective tissue. It has excellent […]
Glucosamine and chondroitin: partners of the extracellular matrix
What are glucosamine and chondroitin? Glucosamine is a monosaccharide that occurs naturally in our bodies. It is the precursor to a number of glycosaminoglycans such as hyaluronic acid, chondroitin and keratan sulphate, which in turn make up some important components of the extracellular matrix called aggrecans. Glucosamine can be found in certain foods, but we […]
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The muscles, pillars of stability
570 skeletal striated muscles Skeletal striated muscles bind bone through tendons. By contracting, they allow the voluntary movement of the skeleton in a specific direction. These contractions are controlled by motor neurons which connect the spinal cord and the muscles. Their activation leads to the release of calcium, which will bind to contractile proteins. Each […]
Collagen is essential … but why?
What is collagen? Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and plays a structural role. It is mainly found in connective tissues (skin, bone, cartilage, muscles, vessel walls …). There are 28 types of collagen in our body. All are composed of 3 α chains that form a helix, but each type […]
The unsuspected virtues of rosehip
Rosehip have a long history of proven success in many areas, including cartilage, bones, skin and metabolism, with powerful antioxidant properties. Rosehip, a local jewel Rosehip is a false fruit rosehip (dog rose) and rose, which is notably found in Europe. It has powerful antioxidant powers, thanks to a high concentration of flavonoids, and it […]
9 health benefits of collagen
Whether it is to support joints or the skin, oral intake of collagen peptides is good for the body. You, too, can benefit from the numerous properties of collagen ! What are the different types of collagen? Collagen is the most dominant protein in the human body and in mammals. It forms fibers in the […]