ESSENTIAL UNIVERSE BLOG

Reconnecting with the body: intimacy and self-care after breast cancer

October reminds us that healing is only the beginning. Because living well after a breast cancer diagnosis doesn't just mean "going back to normal," it means rediscovering your body, skin, desire, ...

Anti-Aging vs. Pro-Aging: A New Perspective on Aging and Self-Care

In today's society, aging is often treated as something to be fought against. Every year, we are bombarded with products that promise to turn back time and maintain a youthful appearance. However,...

Pink October: Aromatherapy & Reduction of Symptoms and Discomfort During Breast Cancer Treatment

Pink October: How Aromatherapy Can Help Reduce Symptoms and Discomfort During Cancer Treatment The Power of Integrative Care in Pink October Pink October is a time of awareness and support for all...

Yellow September: Mental Health and the role of Integrative Practices in Emotional Well-being

This September, in the Yellow September campaign, we invite you to explore integrative therapies, which can be effective in both the prevention and treatment of mental disorders, offering new poss...

REPLACING 50% OF ANIMAL-BASED FOODS WITH PLANT-BASED OPTIONS CAN REDUCE THE GREENHOUSE EFFECT

The journal Nature Communications published a study in September 2023 suggesting that a 50% reduction in meat and dairy consumption by plant-based alternatives by 2050 can bring benefits for climat...

4 BOOKS TO READ DURING BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Black Consciousness Month is a great motivator to seek a better understanding of structural racism in Brazil. Therefore, we have selected four essential works to deepen the understanding of racism,...