Health and Wellbeing

Spas in Italy

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 2 December 2020 Health and Wellbeing, Lifestyle, Tourism

For tourists looking for relaxation and well-being, a visit to one of Italy’s ancient and natural spas is a must Whether you’re looking to unplug from the hectic pace of modern life or to simply enjoy the health benefits of a thermal spa, these magical waters—which are free to use—are available up and down the country. People have been taking advantage of the exceptional health benefits that these waters offer for millennia, but the resorts themselves gained notoriety in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when the Italian aristocracy made visiting a thermal bath the fashionable “thing to…

SUS doctors fighting Covid-19

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 20 October 2020 Brazilians & Brits that Rock, Health and Wellbeing

The Health Professionals of the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS) are the heroes of this pandemic In light of the public health crisis, we find ourselves in this year, there is little doubt about who the real national heroes are: health professionals. They are the ones on the frontline of the coronavirus epidemic, putting their lives at risk every day to save so many others. In Brazil, therefore, they deserve our unwavering admiration and profound gratitude, especially when we talk about those that work for the national public health system, the Sistema Único de Saúde brasileiro, or SUS for short. SUS was based…

The National Health Service and the battle against Covid-19

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 19 October 2020 Brazilians & Brits that Rock, Health and Wellbeing

The NHS, the UK’s public health service, and its central role in fighting the pandemic The NHS (National Health Service) is the UK’s public health system and was a major influence on Brazil’s counterpart, SUS, or Sistema Único de Saúde. The UK divides the NHS by country and each unit acts independently, governed by local governments in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The NHS is responsible for a broad spectrum of health services ranging from primary care to more complex medical procedures. Funded in a similar way to SUS, that is, through the collection of general taxes, the NHS provides universal…

The new normal, the new reality

By Rodrigo Gouvêa Taketani on 7 September 2020 Articles, Health and Wellbeing

Life is still far from normal… Government measures to encourage social isolation have minimised the effect of Covid-19 in much of the world, however, it is here to stay Over the past few months, our lives have been changed in previously unimaginable ways—we have been ushered into confinement, had out travel plans cancelled, and forced to acquire strange new habits. All at the hands of a 120 nanometre (0.00012 mm) virus. How did something so small have such a global impact? Incredibly, this is one of the major issues still under discussion, as it is directly linked to the…

Lymphatic Drainage

By Cristiane Mellatto on 4 September 2020 Health and Wellbeing

This favourite massage technique is linked to several health benefits Ever heard of lymphatic drainage? Well, it is a type of massage that helps to reduce fluid retention, swelling in the feet, ankles, legs, belly, hands and arms. In addition, drainage also encourages the activation of the lymphatic system and promotes better circulation, which improves muscle blood flow, detoxifies the body, acts as an analgesic, relieves bruising and swelling after plastic surgery, and helps in the treatment of cellulite. But what is lymph? Of all the fluids in the body, the two most important are blood and lymph. Lymph…

BBMag – August 2020 – Editorial

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 31 August 2020 Articles, Brazilians & Brits that Rock, Caipirinhas and Co, Chit-Chat, Entertainment, Fashion, Food and Drinks, Gastronomy, Health and Wellbeing, In the kitchen with Luciana, Interviews, LGBTQ+, Lifestyle, Music, My London, Tourism

Welcome to another edition of BBMag, the only London-based bilingual Anglo-Brazilian publication! This time around we seek to temper some of our more traditional themes, such as tourism and culture, with the rather peculiar context in which we find ourselves. For this reason, we have several articles that explore the health crisis currently gripping our world. Unable to visit museums and galleries in London during the Covid-19 pandemic? No problem—check out My London for a selection of virtual tours available during these restricted times! You won’t regret it. And speaking of health, we can’t fail to mention the true heroes of the hour:…

Water for breakfast is good for your health

By Patrícia Milani on 20 July 2020 Food and Drinks, Health and Wellbeing, Lifestyle

It’s a habit that few people have, but the truth is that starting the day with only water can indeed bring benefits to your health More than 70% of the body is made up of water, so the daily replenishment of this liquid is very important. Water works as the body’s principal solvent. It performs essential chemical reactions and guarantees the balance and maintenance of physical and biological functions. Drinking water immediately after waking up not only hydrates the body, but activates the intestines and improves their overall performance. It also keeps the brain active as well hydrated cells receive oxygenated…

Saddlebags, one of the body’s great enemies

By Patrícia Milani on 14 July 2020 Health and Wellbeing, Lifestyle

Owing to genetic and hormonal factors, the accumulation of fat can appear in various parts of the body from an early age. Learn how to combat this old adversary Saddlebags refers to the accumulation of body fat on the hips and thighs brought about by genetic factors and the effect of female hormones, and can in fact even affect thin women. Saddlebags can also begin to form during adolescence. Losing unwanted fat in this region is not easy. It requires a lot of discipline and a combination of aerobic exercise and the overall strengthening of the hips. The best exercises…

HAIR STYLING TIPS

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 5 June 2020 Health and Wellbeing

Hair colouring and treatment options to inspire! OK, we are all eternal dissatisfied with our hair. Blondes want to be brunettes and brunettes want to be blondes. Many want to be redheads. And everyone wants to cover up those grey hairs! Anyway, since there are so many options, changing one’s hair colour doesn’t have to be a permanent thing. One of the quickest ways to try out a new shade is with glosses and toners readily available on the high street. Toners only intensify existing hair colours and cover up grey strands more naturally. Toners lighten one’s natural colour in…

SWIMMING FOR KIDS

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 16 December 2019 Health and Wellbeing, Sports

If you’re looking for a sport for the kids, swimming might be the best option Given this natural relationship between humans and water, it stands to logic that children should feel at home in a pool. According to experts, the earlier a child is introduced to swimming, the greater the benefits will be long term. Classes are generally available for babies as young as 3 months of age. Kids up to 6 years mostly learn survival skills and basic strokes, leaving the teaching of actual swimming techniques for ages 7 through to 13. It’s only after this stage that…

Thermal Springs

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 13 September 2019 Health and Wellbeing, Lifestyle

Thermal baths are being used to treat various conditions, from arthritis to postoperative recovery, so are increasingly popular Hot thermal springs are in demand due to their medicinal properties. These waters, which are heated deep below the Earth’s surface and subject to a series of natural processes, have proven to be effective in the treatment of arthritis, insomnia, anxiety, rheumatism, stress and even postoperative rehabilitation. There are several water parks and health resorts throughout Brazil that offer such thermal baths. Two excellent examples in the State of São Paulo are the natural springs of Lindoia and the famous Thermas dos Laranjais,…

The dynamics of swimming

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 11 September 2019 Health and Wellbeing, Sports

Swimming is one of the oldest sports and regular contact with water has always been an effective way of staying healthy Swimming is possibly the oldest means of survival, for humans as well as animals. Over the years, though, swimming has evolved to take on a more integral part of our lives as a means of sport, therapy and leisure. As an activity, it’s extremely important for neuromotor development, especially among children an adults aiming to improve their fitness. Swimming is one of the most beneficial activities for the human body; by using all four limbs, swimming promotes muscle development,…

The Waters of Caxambu

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 6 May 2019 Health and Wellbeing, Tourism

Caxambu is a city famed for having the greatest hydromineral potential in the world, making it the perfect destination for those seeking rest and relaxation Caxambu is a small town set amongst the mountains of the Serra da Mantiqueira in the sourthern reaches of Minas Gerais, and home to one of the largest hydromineral reserves in the world. It is also one of the most important points along Minas Gerais’ Circuito das Águas (Water Network). Caxambu is a destination that boasts 12 individual sources of mineral water, each with its own function. The best known, of course, are the medicinal…

Exotic animals

By BBMag Bossa Brazil Magazine on 29 November 2018 Health and Wellbeing, Pets

Pets are great company and always help raise our spirits, but what if your companion was a wild iguana? The use of animals for therapeutic purposes is nothing new. Many people, whether coming to terms with the loss of a loved one or facing up to problems associated with drugs, unemployment or isolation, end up adopting a pet, usually a cat or a dog. The benefits of having a pet are, whist not scientifically substantiated, countless, and begin with an improved sense of temperament. There are NGOs and rehabilitation centres that, as opposed to domestic pets, work with horses and…

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