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Cold sores: distinguishing fact from fiction! Cold sores are a common but very unpleasant condition. To help you better understand this disease, we take a look at the myths and truths surrounding it… Cold sores, what are we talking about? Cold sores, also called "herpes" or "fever blisters," are a viral disease caused by the herpes simplex virus, type 1 or 2. Herpes on the face is caused by type 1. This virus enters the body through a lesion or mucous membrane and can then remain silent for months or even years. When the virus wakes up, symptoms appear. You...

Prostate health is a central concern for Canadians of all ages. And for good reason! This gland plays a crucial role in male well-being. What are its functions? What health problems can affect it? How can they be prevented? Here are some tips that will help you take good care of your prostate, naturally. The prostate: a gland that fulfills essential functions The prostate is a walnut-sized gland located below the bladder, around the urethra (the tube through which urine passes). It is part of the male reproductive system and produces seminal fluid, which nourishes and transports sperm. The prostate...

What is homeopathy? How did it come about? What are its principles? What are its side effects? Although more than 70% of Canadians have already used natural products and 38% of them consume them regularly , several myths still circulate about homeopathy, a gentle medicine used throughout the world. However, this complementary medicine can be very effective, both for prevention and for the relief of various symptoms. Marie-Lise Pelletier , homeopath and speaker, demystifies for us what homeopathy is. Where does homeopathy come from? Samuel Hahnemann, a German physician and chemist, founded homeopathy in the 18th century . Dissatisfied with...