Interoception: when our body speaks to us

Jan 22, 2024 • 7 Likes • 1 comment

Interoception defines our ability to be aware, or perceive ("ception"), the interior ("intero") of our body. Perception is not only directed outwards: when you feel your heartbeat speeding up, or...

Cutting lactose out of your diet: who can it help and in what way?

Jan 15, 2024 • 3 Likes

Lactose can sometimes be poorly digested, and thus become a source of discomfort, causing bloating, abdominal pain and diarrhea. If you experience such symptoms after consuming dairy products, you...

Ankylosing spondylitis

Who should be on your ankylosing spondylitis (AS) healthcare team?

Jan 12, 2024 • 1 Like

Living with ankylosing spondylitis can be difficult: managing this condition requires a multidisciplinary approach involving a wide range of healthcare professionals, so building the right healthcare...

Biofeedback Therapy: Everything you need to know!

Jan 2, 2024 • 6 Likes

While it is commonly understood how our mental state and emotions can manifest as physical symptoms and discomforts, it's a lesser-known truth that we can harness this very same mind-body connection...

Boosting your self-confidence with the help of sophrology

Dec 30, 2023 • 4 Likes • 2 comments

Sophrology can help people boost their self-confidence by developing their self-awareness and personal resources. In this article, sophrologist Ingrid Fournier shares some exercises that will help...

Taking Care of Your Gut Microbiota for a Better Immunity

Dec 16, 2023 • 9 Likes

The intestinal microbiota, or the intestinal flora, is made up of a group of non-pathogenic bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. Scientists have already proved its crucial role in maintaining good...

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia: Who do you need on your healthcare team?

Dec 9, 2023 • 1 Like

Fibromyalgia remains poorly understood in the medical field, yet upon diagnosis, its management often requires a collaboration among a range of specialists to address the diverse array of symptoms.So,...

How Does Your Physical Pain Mirror Your Emotional State?

Dec 2, 2023 • 10 Likes • 2 comments

Often, there may seem to be no apparent reasons for the aches and pains we experience. However, upon closer inspection, these discomforts could very well be a result of our emotional states. Stress...

Fighting fatigue with the help of sophrology

Nov 30, 2023 • 3 Likes

"I'm tired, exhausted". You've no doubt already felt this state of fatigue, with all its physical and psychological symptoms. So what is fatigue? What are its symptoms? How can sophrology prevent...

Did you know it was possible to do sport on a daily basis without realising it?

Nov 25, 2023 • 2 Likes

Regular physical activity is vital to maintain our physical and mental health. At least 30 minutes of physical activity a day, 5 days a week, would be ideal! However, it is not always easy to find...

Psychiatry

Mental Health: How to Prepare Well for Your First Therapy Session?

Nov 24, 2023

Choosing to seek therapy or counseling marks the initial stage on a path of discovery, growth, and healing. Taking this step toward understanding oneself can be tough but significant. If you've...

Multiple sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis: Which specialists do you need to see?

Nov 17, 2023 • 1 Like

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) can exert a profound and enduring influence on various facets of a person’s life. Establishing and remaining in contact with a diverse team of specialists is essential to...