Wellbeing

The benefits of outdoor walking for physical and mental health

Walking is one of the simplest yet most effective activities to improve overall health. You don't need too many items for it, just comfortable clothes and shoes and a bit of willingness to go out and get some fresh...

Frenzy for “superfoods”: what they are and their benefits

During the last few years, the concept of "superfoods" has been gaining increasing popularity and relevance in the field of **nutrition and health**. In fact, it was one of the most searched terms on **Google Argentina**, according to **Google...

Simple tips to remove pesticides from food

Humanity's ability to feed itself, despite population growth in recent decades, is largely due to advances in agricultural technology, especially the use of artificial fertilizers and pesticides. These chemical compounds or microorganisms protect plants against diseases such as fungi...

How to stay properly hydrated during hot days?

The hot days are approaching, so hydrating properly will become the most effective weapon to combat high temperatures and their impacts on the body. During these days, the heat can cause an increase in sweating, which can lead to...

Is it healthy to consume seawater?

The sea water has a unique composition of minerals and its consumption has gained interest as an alternative option to improve health and people's well-being. Here we analyze the benefits and contributions that controlled consumption of sea water can offer...

Activities to do outdoors and connect with nature

Outdoor activities are one of the fundamental pillars for leading a healthy lifestyle, along with good rest and balanced nutrition. However, exercising can sometimes become a difficult task if it's not a habit. To prevent this, outdoor activities, such as...

Goodbye, mosquitoes: the most effective ecological methods to repel them

The high temperatures are arriving, and with them, mosquitoes, these small and annoying insects that, despite their size, can transmit serious diseases, such as dengue. This is where different ways of repelling them come into play, highlighting ecological methods...

What can we do to prevent dengue fever?

The most effective measure to prevent and break the transmission cycle of dengue and other diseases transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito is the elimination or neutralization of breeding sites, that is, of all containers or objects that can...

Five alternatives to replace traditional plastic bags

Traditional plastic bags for shopping have been questioned and replaced in recent years. However, plastic, as a material, remains the biggest pollutant in the oceans and only a small percentage is successfully recycled. Therefore, the habitat of many species and...

Urban Nature Reserves: Why They Hold Central Importance

Urban natural reserves function as oases in the middle of large cities. They are also spaces for the conservation of native species, migratory corridors, and optimal places to engage in activities related to nature. A common example is birdwatching. They...

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Rescued mistreated howler monkey in Santa Cruz: two detainees

Thanks to a report and an incriminating video, the provincial authorities rescued an abused howler monkey in Santa Cruz....