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Diseases, conditions, symptoms and related terms

  • Lyme disease – Symptoms, treatment, and key information

    October 20, 2025

    30 min

    Lyme disease is a severely underdiagnosed condition with an extremely wide and diverse range of symptoms, affecting virtually every organ system, including the musculoskeletal, digestive, hormonal, and nervous systems.

    By Published On: October 20th, 2025
  • Histamine intolerance – Symptoms, causes, treatment, and trigger foods

    October 14, 2025

    26 min

    The condition known as histamine intolerance (also called histaminosis) is complex, affects multiple organ systems, and presents with a wide range of symptoms that can vary greatly from person to person. Triggering factors may include certain foods, medications, chemicals, and symptoms often worsen following psychological stress.

    By Published On: October 14th, 2025
  • A comparison of 16S rRNA and Shotgun techniques

    August 15, 2025

    8 min

    This article provides a comparative overview of 16S rRNA and shotgun metagenomic sequencing methods used in microbiome testing, highlighting their capabilities, limitations, and clinical relevance.

    By Published On: August 15th, 2025
  • How to prepare for laboratory tests?

    August 15, 2025

    4 min

    Key information for thorough preparing for laboratory tests.

    By Published On: August 15th, 2025
  • Autoimmune disease

    August 14, 2025

    27 min

    An autoimmune disease is a pathological immunological condition in which the immune system's tolerance is disrupted, and the body begins to recognize its own cells, tissues, or organs as foreign.

    By Published On: August 14th, 2025
  • Paleolit diet

    August 6, 2025

    6 min

    The principles of the Paleolit diet serve as a foundation for functional nutrition. It is based on the consumption of unprocessed meats, vegetables, fruits, and raw nuts and seeds.

    By Published On: August 6th, 2025
  • Functional medicine

    August 5, 2025

    10 min

    Functional medicine addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century by shifting from traditional, disease-centered medical practice to a more patient-centered approach that considers the whole person rather than just isolated symptoms.

    By Published On: August 5th, 2025
  • Stool microbiome analysis

    August 4, 2025

    17 min

    A healthy gut microbiota is fundamental to the proper functioning of the body, and stool microbiome analysis can help assess and, if needed, restore gut health in a personalized way.

    By Published On: August 4th, 2025
  • Functional nutrition

    July 31, 2025

    6 min

    Functional nutrition is an integral part of functional medicine, aimed at restoring physical and mental balance through nutritional and lifestyle interventions that influence the body’s biological functioning.

    By Published On: July 31st, 2025
  • Autogenic training

    July 29, 2025

    9 min

    Autogenic training is a relaxation technique that helps achieve a state of calm by inducing physical sensations of warmth and heaviness, thereby reducing internal tension caused by stress.

    By Published On: July 29th, 2025
  • Insulin resistance: symptoms, causes and treatment

    July 22, 2025

    36 min

    In recent decades, the incidence of metabolic disorders has risen dramatically worldwide.

    By Published On: July 22nd, 2025
  • Infertility: types, causes and treatments

    July 17, 2025

    37 min

    Infertility is a condition in which pregnancy does not occur within one year despite regular, unprotected sexual intercourse.

    By Published On: July 17th, 2025
  • Reflux: causes, symptoms and treatment

    July 17, 2025

    26 min

    Reflux is a common digestive issue in which stomach acid flows back into the oesophagus, irritating its lining.

    By Published On: July 17th, 2025
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): onset, symptoms and treatment

    July 17, 2025

    27 min

    Autism Spectrum Disorder is a complex neurodevelopmental condition affecting approximately 78 million people globally.

    By Published On: July 17th, 2025
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): symptoms, onset and treatment

    July 17, 2025

    36 min

    ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that manifests in various forms.

    By Published On: July 17th, 2025
  • Depression: onset and treatment

    July 15, 2025

    61 min

    Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses. Its characteristic symptoms include persistent low mood, lack of motivation, inability to experience pleasure, and changes in appetite.

    By Published On: July 15th, 2025
  • Endometriosis: factors, symptoms and treatment

    July 15, 2025

    34 min

    Endometriosis affects nearly 10% of women of reproductive age worldwide and often takes up to 10 years to be diagnosed.

    By Published On: July 15th, 2025
  • Crohn’s disease: causes, symptoms and treatment

    July 14, 2025

    31 min

    Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can cause abdominal pain, severe diarrhea, chronic fatigue, weight loss, and malnutrition.

    By Published On: July 14th, 2025
  • Vitamin D

    July 14, 2025

    34 min

    Vitamin D is one of the four fat-soluble vitamins: A, D, E, and K. Unlike water-soluble vitamins, fat-soluble vitamins can be stored in the body.

    By Published On: July 14th, 2025
  • Vitamin C

    July 14, 2025

    26 min

    Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin involved in many vital biochemical processes in the human body, and its deficiency can lead to serious health issues.

    By Published On: July 14th, 2025
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): symptoms, onset and treatment

    July 11, 2025

    25 min

    Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting 8–13% of women of reproductive age worldwide.

    By Published On: July 11th, 2025
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): symptoms, onset and treatment

    July 2, 2025

    27 min

    Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can significantly impact daily quality of life, social relationships, and work performance.

    By Published On: July 2nd, 2025
  • Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO): symptoms, onset and treatment

    July 2, 2025

    19 min

    SIBO, or Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, is a digestive disorder caused by an excessive growth of bacteria in the small intestine—bacteria that don’t usually reside in this part of the gut.

    By Published On: July 2nd, 2025