The contraceptive can cause side effects such as abdominal pain, nausea, headache, pimples, changes in mood, libido and/or menstrual flow, especially in the first weeks of use. The contraceptive pill is the method most used by women to prevent the development of a pregnancy, as it is easy to use and highly effective against unwanted […]
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The minipill is a contraceptive pill that contains only progestogen, in very low doses, and is generally recommended for women who are breastfeeding, as it does not alter the quantity and quality of breast milk. In addition, the minipill can also be recommended for women who should not use estrogen-containing contraceptives, such as in cases […]
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Fennel tea is widely used to relieve excess gas, combat colic and improve poor digestion, due to its strong carminative, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. However, fennel tea also has antimicrobial, expectorant and bronchodilator properties and can also be used to relieve coughs in cold and flu situations. What is it for Fennel tea can be […]
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Aranto is an ornamental plant that is easy to reproduce, originating from the African island of Madagascar, rich in bufadienolide, a substance with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and healing properties, being recommended for flu, pain, preventing cardiovascular diseases or cancer. However, although it has medicinal properties, aranto, also known as mother-of-thousands, must be used with caution due […]
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Astragalus is a medicinal plant that is widely used to strengthen the immune system, due to the presence of saponins, it helps reduce the risk of various diseases, such as colds, cardiovascular problems and even cancer. Furthermore, this plant can also be used to improve feelings of lack of energy, reduce tiredness and combat stress […]
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Boldo is a plant widely used to help treat liver problems, due to its digestive and hepatic properties. However, it also has diuretic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help in the treatment and prevention of gastritis, atherosclerosis and cancer. The two most commonly used species of boldo are boldo from Chile, known as true […]
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Belladonna is an extremely toxic plant that can be used in the preparation of some natural medicines, especially to alleviate symptoms of gastric cramps due to ulcers or menstrual cramps. However, the plant should only be used by professionals, being poisonous when used without knowledge at home. The scientific name of this plant is Atropa […]
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The rue (Ruta graveolens) is a medicinal plant with anti-inflammatory, vermifuge and analgesic properties, which helps in the treatment of varicose veins, worms, conjunctivitis, toothache and headache. This plant is rich in bioactive compounds such as rutin, arborinin and graveolin, which give it its medicinal properties. Rue can also be used, in some cases, to […]
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Horsetail tea can be used to combat fluid retention, help with weight loss and strengthen bones, and can also help eliminate kidney stones and treat urinary tract infections, as horsetail has anti-inflammatory and diuretic. Horsetail tea, prepared with the dried stem, is the most commonly used way to consume the plant, which can be found […]
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Holy thistle is a medicinal plant with anti-inflammatory and digestive properties, which is popularly used to help treat digestive and liver problems. The holy thistle (Blessed thistle) should not be confused with milk thistle, whose scientific name is Silybum marianum, and which has different properties. These plants can be differentiated by their appearance, since the […]
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