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Psychotherapist Yvik Adler weighs in on the pandemic’s impact

The pandemic can play on your mind. Psychotherapist Yvik Adler describes the impact of coronavirus and offers some useful tips for improving well-being.

February 19, 2021

Coronavirus: the key facts

Information on symptoms, tests, costs and who to contact

February 11, 2021

Lavender calms and relaxes

Lavender promotes relaxation, helps you to sleep well and alleviates stomach problems. Here’s how to use it.

January 26, 2021

Herbs to help with sleeplessness

Do you have trouble falling or staying asleep? These natural sleep remedies are an effective way to combat sleep problems.

January 19, 2021

Switzerland’s undervalued superfoods

Forget chia seeds and goji berries: superfoods from Switzerland are just as good as the more exotic varieties – or even better.

November 27, 2020

Strengthen your immune system: here’s how

You can easily strengthen your immune system with a healthy lifestyle to keep colds and flu at bay. Here are the most important tips.

November 9, 2020

Vitamin D – What you need to know

In winter, the body doesn’t produce enough vitamin D. Find out the symptoms of a deficiency and what you can do to help.

November 6, 2020

Pilates: what’s it all about?

A stronger core, healthy posture and less stress – Pilates can help you achieve all of this.

October 16, 2020

Nurse explains how to act in emergencies

Nurse Leonardo Bucci leapt into action when he was off duty, saving a man’s life in the tram.

September 15, 2020