Wildfires and their impact on environment and health

In recent years, there has been an alarming increase in the number of wildfires worldwide. According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), each year between 2002 and 2016, an average of approximately 423 million hectares of the Earth’s land surface burned, an area roughly equivalent to the size of the entire European Union, which… Continue reading Wildfires and their impact on environment and health

World Breastfeeding Week: Benefits for Mother and Baby

From August 1 to 7, World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated in more than 170 countries, with the aim of promoting breastfeeding, remembering the importance of its many benefits and improving the health of babies.   Why is breastfeeding important in nutrition and health?   Poor nutrition during the early stages of the life cycle can… Continue reading World Breastfeeding Week: Benefits for Mother and Baby