You eat healthy, but you still feel bad... And that, although it frustrates you, is not your fault. Many people like you cut out ultra-processed foods, eat more vegetables, sleep well... and yet they still can't manage to feel in balance. Sometimes, the causes are not visible to the naked eye. What if the problem is undiagnosed food intolerances that alter the way you feel [...]
Food intolerance is a problem that affects many people, causing digestive symptoms and other discomforts. In recent years, a number of commercial tests have emerged that promise to identify problematic foods, such as ALCAT or the A200, but are they really reliable? What are food sensitivity tests and what do they measure? There are several tests that claim to [...]
What is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a progressive condition that impairs the kidneys' ability to filter and remove waste from the body, which can lead to serious complications if not detected early. In its early stages, it is often silent, so many people are often unable to see the disease [...].
What is Ureaplasma parvum? Ureaplasma parvum is a bacterium belonging to the genus Ureaplasma and the family Mycoplasmataceae. This micro-organism is spherical or coccobacillary in shape, ranging in size from 0.1 to 1 micrometre. Although it is part of the normal genital flora in humans and animals, it can become pathogenic and can cause [...]
What is Movember Movember is an annual campaign in November to raise awareness about men's health, focusing on prostate and testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. During this month, men grow moustaches, a symbol that draws attention to and facilitates conversations about these issues. The [...]
Cancer is a disease caused by an uncontrolled overproduction of mutated cells in our body. When cancer originates in the prostate, it is known as prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is a common disease that affects men all over the world. Although it is not completely preventable, there are [...]
What is Thyrotropin (TSH)? Thyrotropin, known as TSH, is a key hormone produced in the pituitary gland, whose main function is to stimulate the activity of the thyroid gland. Its action enables the production of two essential thyroid hormones: thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). TSH is responsible for regulating the [...]
ALT, also called GPT, is a transaminase-type enzyme found mostly in the liver, although it is also present in other organs such as the kidneys, heart, muscles and pancreas. This enzyme is mainly measured to assess the health of the liver. When the liver is damaged in any way, it releases ALT, along with [...]
Thyroid diseases affect up to 10% of the population in Spain, with hypothyroidism and sick euthyroid syndrome standing out for their direct impact on the quality of life of those affected. It is essential to understand how this endocrine system is regulated and to be aware of the therapeutic options available in order to make informed decisions together with [...]
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