Raw milk: are there any risks? What precautions should be taken?

Raw milk: are there any risks? What precautions should be taken?

THE raw milk consumption is not without health risks. Indeed, raw milk is neither cooked, nor even pasteurized or thermized, it contains a certain number of bacteria that are sometimes pathogenic. For this reason, raw milk is strongly discouraged for sensitive people such as pregnant women, young children, the elderly or the sick. Consumption of … Read more

Glycation and nutrition: understanding this phenomenon

Glycation and nutrition: understanding this phenomenon

Foreword: What is glycation? Glycation or Maillard reaction results from the irreversible fixation of sugars on proteins in the body. This phenomenon can lead to the formation of advanced glycation end products (highly toxic to the body), also known as AGEs or Advanced Glycation End Products. Glycation or Maillard reaction: effects on health (cardiovascular diseases, … Read more

What to eat before a football match?

What to eat before a football match?

What you eat and drink before a match soccer can have a significant impact on your energy levels, stamina and ability to perform at your best. For maximize your performance and avoid digestive discomfort Choosing the right foods and drinks to consume before kick-off is essential. So, what should you eat before a football match … Read more

Cranberry Juice: Is It Effective Against Urinary Tract Infections?

Cranberry Juice: Is It Effective Against Urinary Tract Infections?

Occasional or frequent, the cystitis profoundly alters women’s daily lives, their emotional and sexual lives. For those who suffer from it, cranberry juice is often a reflex. Rich in antioxidants, this small, tangy red berry, from North America, was long debated until a global study published in Cochrane Reviews (November 2023), confirmed its effectiveness. Cranberry … Read more