Reflexology is an ancient, holistic practice that aims to stimulate the reflex zones of the feet, hands and sometimes the ears, to promote health and general well-being. Odoh AKoua Line discovered reflexology out of curiosity. She saw it as a more ho
Diet can reduce the risk of overall cardiovascular events. The diet for cardiovascular disease aims to control weight, regulate blood sugar, reduce blood pressure to avoid recurrence and preserve the heart. The diet should be healthy, varied and bala
Pregnancy turns sexuality upside down. When a couple is at this stage of life, everything should be going well. Yet many men are distraught, saying that their wife's sexuality has changed and they're not sure how to get back together.
The decision between opting for a long exercise session once a week or several short sessions spread over the week depends on personal objectives, fitness levels and individual preferences.
In general, a hernia is the protrusion of an organ or part of an organ, most often the intestine, from its usual position. There are several types, including inguinal, crural, umbilical and discal hernias. Santé-Education highlights the herniated dis
In Togo, epidemiological surveillance is being stepped up by the public authorities to prevent the spread of monkeypox. The reinforced measures come at a time when the disease has been declared a public health emergency on a continental and internati
A dry cough is triggered by the activation of nerve receptors in the airways, often in response to irritating or inflammatory stimuli. According to research published in « Respiratory Medicine » and the « Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology »,
Almost one billion people worldwide are affected by obesity. These are the findings of a study published in the British medical journal ‘The Lancet’ and carried out in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) to mark World Obesity Day o
Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) plays an essential role in preserving the health of infants, particularly in developing countries such as those in Africa. The role of AME as a public health strategy is crucial in reducing infant mortality, promoting he
Petit cola has long been recognised for its properties, particularly as an aphrodisiac. Unfortunately, we are unaware that it has stimulating properties for the nervous system. This seed, extracted from the fruit of the petit cola plant, has traditio
Fonio is easy to digest and is often recommended for diabetics and the elderly, thanks to its low glycaemic index. According to Malian dietician and nutritionist Ibrahim Cissoko, fonio is a gluten-free cereal, so it is absorbed slowly by the body an
A l’approche de la quarantaine ou la cinquantaine, les femmes subissent le processus de la ménopause, un ralentissement naturel de la fertilité ou la fin des cycles menstruels. Pour comprendre le phénomène, Santé-Education a rencontré Dr. Dédé Kafui