Principles of Health: The Mediterranean Health Blog
How to stay calm in times of uncertainty
In times of uncertainty, when we don't know how a global epidemic will affect our environment, it's normal to feel worried and nervous.
Stress i...
The best protection against viruses
Washing your hands thoroughly is the best protection against viruses. We'll tell you how and when to wash your hands, and other natural ways to boost your immune system and protect yourself from viruses.
Taking care of myself on vacation in Colombia
by Paula Reyes Gamba
Hi, I'm Paula, and this is my first post on the Mediterranean Health blog. I've spent my life traveling, and I've had to lea...
Food allergies and healthy living
The first time my son had an allergic reaction, I knew exactly what it was: chickpeas.
He was still a baby, and I was following the method of in...
Goodbye to 2019, and happy 2020
Welcome 2020. I could have written this a couple of weeks ago, but the truth is that until now I haven't had the time to think about everything I'...
Healthy Hosts
During this holiday season, it's very likely that you'll be hosting at least one gathering.
If you're health-conscious, this can be convenient i...
Take care of that cold
The cold weather, the holidays, and stress are here—a perfect recipe for catching a cold. A minor cold, but one that leaves you drained, uncomfort...
Sustainable gifts
A gift that's going to be forgotten in a day or two, gathering dust in the storage room, isn't sustainable (even if it's certified, fair trade, and biodegradable). These gift ideas are sustainable.
Field and Hot Drink
They say that "bathing" in the forest reduces stress hormones, increases feelings of happiness, lowers blood pressure, and boosts the immune syste...
Take care between parties
The solution to so many parties is not to stay home with herbal tea and a desire to dance, nor is it to accept the pain and bloating I feel when I neglect my diet, but to control everything I can, and prioritize what interests me most, which at this moment in my life is having energy.
Answers to questions from our survey
Thank you to everyone who responded to our survey. It was a great success, and we're already implementing some of your suggestions. The survey is ...
What I would have liked to know: sport and exercise
I'm 40 years old, and it's only been about five years since I've truly come to appreciate sport. I've written before about my relationship with ru...