Pharmacology: medicines, nutritional supplements, vitamins and minerals

In the past, people died of diseases that we now consider trivial thanks to medical advances. Even diseases that the general public now only learns about on the internet have had fatal consequences. They are rare in poorer countries. How have they been suppressed?

Pregnancy puts a certain strain on the whole organism. The heart and lungs no longer work for just one body. The volume of blood increases, which must also take care of the needs of the unborn child. All this is linked to the risk of anaemia in pregnancy.

Carbohydrates, together with proteins and fats, form the essential macronutrients that our body needs. Why is carbohydrate intake essential for the human body? What foods are good sources of carbohydrates?

Hyaluronic acid and collagen - the key to an eternally young appearance? It will help your joints and find other uses...

Are medicines made entirely from chemicals and in a laboratory environment? Biological medicines are the opposite. What is a biological medicine?

Is trying to get a good night's sleep an everyday problem for you? How do you change your sleep habits and when do you reach for medication?

Folic acid is particularly important in the context of pregnancy and is important in the prevention of developmental defects and spina bifida. However, like all vitamins, it has many more positive effects on the body.

Strong bones, healthy teeth. What is the importance of calcium in our lives? Why is it necessary and can it also be harmful?

Vitamin K - what you may not have known about it? It belongs to the group of fat-soluble vitamins. But what is its role and effects in our body?

Green barley, also known as young barley, is a relatively popular green superfood. Thanks to its high nutritional values, it has beneficial effects on health. What substances does green barley contain? Does it really help with weight loss?

Fibre is one of the important food components that has started to disappear from our diets over the years. Originally, humans used to consume much more of it, but it is gradually making a comeback in our diets due to its beneficial effects.

Green tea is one of the most popular teas and hot drinks worldwide. Its existence has been mentioned for thousands of years. It originates from China and is known for its many health benefits. What does green tea contain and how does it affect human health?

Yes, vitamin D is needed for bones. But it is also very important for immunity and many other processes. Spring, summer and sun are the main sources. Let's not forget about diet. During the winter months, its natural production in the body is lacking, so it needs to be replaced artificially.

Vitamin B12 is very important for the proper functioning of our body. What are its effects? What are the known sources of vitamin B12?

We have all encountered pain in our lives, and certainly more than once. An unpleasant sensation limiting our daily functioning, for which we have increasingly begun to reach for the home pharmacy.

I'm sure we all have citric acid on our kitchen shelf, but do you know what we can use it for besides food and drink?

Do you know the side effects of corticosteroids? Which side effects do we need to be particularly careful of? Can children take corticosteroids?

Why is Lactobacillus beneficial for the body? In which foods can it be found naturally? Can lactobacilli affect the course and symptoms of various diseases?

B vitamins are essential for the proper functioning of our bodies. What are their effects and in which foods can we find them?

Dietary supplements are referred to as fat burners to help us get rid of excess fat - ideally without effort.