Insect bites are very unpleasant and can even be dangerous. What bees, wasps and the like secrete when they sting is generally not dangerous for humans. However, some people react with anaphylactic shock, which is due to an intolerance, or allergy, to insect venom.

This shock reaction of the body is intended as a defence against a dangerous substance, which the body believes the insect venom to be. It develops antibodies after the first sting, which then lead to exaggerated defence reactions in the next sting. The anaphylactic shock then announces itself with swelling of the skin, itching and burning of the palms of the hands and feet, as well as the tongue and throat. The reactions quickly progress to tachycardia, a drop in blood pressure and even fainting.

If no immediate measures are taken to treat it, a person can even die from it; death by suffocation due to swelling of the throat is also possible.

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We have all known for some time that certain foods have a higher nutritional value than others. But we are also slowly realising why certain ingredients and vegetables are healthier.

The topic of wholefood cuisine has been a buzzword for some time now and has attracted many interested parties who listen patiently when they are told to "eat less food that has already been stripped of its nutrients during production, eat lots of fruit and vegetables, etc.".

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Dr. Edward Bach, the developer of Bach flower therapy, did not come from the German-speaking countries, as one might think from the name, but from England. He studied medicinal plants at the beginning of the 20th century and created a repertoire of flower essences that were helpful for various complaints.

Bach flower therapy helps especially with emotional complaints, on the psychological level, which can also lead to physical illnesses, the psychosomatic complaints.

Thus, flower therapy alleviates acute states of anxiety, panic, dejection, test anxiety or aggression.

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What often starts as a side effect of a cold and is interpreted by us as a harmless scratching of the throat can later turn out to be tonsillitis. The symptoms are severe difficulty swallowing, a reddened throat and swollen...

In theory, everyone already knows: laughter is healthy, laughter is the best medicine. Sometimes, however, you forget and just need to be reminded again.

Laughter connects people and is contagious, even if you might not be in a good mood at the moment.

How can you become happier through laughter? How do you bring more laughter into your life?

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Back pain caused by stress or posture makes everyday life hell for many people.

Painkillers provide temporary relief, but do not solve the problem.

To treat back pain, the cause must be found and eliminated.

How can you treat back pain effectively?

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Most people catch a cold two to four times a year, usually in the cold winter months. The nose runs, the throat is sore and red and the head hurts. If it is a common cold, you usually get better within a week. However, the same symptoms also occur with flu-like infections and can sometimes only be combated by taking antibiotics.

Of course, the most sensible thing is to avoid catching a cold in the first place. How can I prevent getting a cold?

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Hay fever and pollen allergies are becoming a problem for more and more people. The symptoms are similar to those of a cold.

Hay fever occurs mainly in spring and summer and is not considered curable.

Allergies can be controlled if you are willing to adjust your lifestyle, mentality and diet accordingly.

What do you have to keep in mind to avoid hay fever?

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Lazy? Me? Let's be honest. Everyone likes to lie around and do nothing. And yet it is sport that does us so much good. It builds up our energy and lifts our spirits. The trick to feeling better and losing weight is to do fitness. You don't have to go overboard. How do you get fit without having to become a competitive athlete?

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Young pregnant women ask the same questions over and over again about foods and stimulants to avoid during pregnancy.

Pregnant women often feel unsettled by the "well-intentioned" advice of their acquaintances such as: "A glass of wine won't do any harm".

If you would rather be sure what you can safely consume as an expectant mother and what you should rather avoid, read the following tips, which I have compiled from my own experience, taking into account the guidelines of experts.

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