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27/05/2026 Magazine
Rethinking Menopause with Botanical Science
Menopause is a physiological transition that all women go through sooner or later — typically between ages 45 and 55, with a global average onset around 51 years. It is a delicate period, often experienced with apprehension, partly because of its bothersome symptoms charge. The numbers help illustrate the true scale of the phenomenon: according […]
27/04/2026 Magazine
Spring festivals, the rebirth of nature, and the role of botanicals
If we were to place a pin on a world map for every “spring festival”—ancient and modern, religious and pagan, Nordic and tropical—the result would be surprising: there is no corner of the planet, no culture, no tradition that does not celebrate the return of spring. And even more surprising is how much these rituals […]
24/03/2026 Magazine
Sea buckthorn: a valuable aid from nature for gut regularity
The gut is our second brain: it has more than 100 million neurons and its functionality is closely related to stress and immunity. At least one third of gastrointestinal disorders are classified as “functional disorders“: this means that they have no organic cause or are not secondary to a pre-existing pathology. Nevertheless, they have a […]
26/02/2026 Magazine
Winter sports: the challenges of cold temperatures and botanicals
The Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics shine the spotlight on winter sports and athletes who, thanks to their immeasurable dedication and passion, push themselves to the limits of their physical and mental abilities. Alpine skiing and snowboarding, cross-country skiing and biathlon, speed skating and ski jumping are disciplines that require not only strength, endurance, and concentration, […]
29/01/2026 Magazine
Winter aromas: spices and well-being during the cold season
Cold months represent a real challenge for our body’s homeostasis. With falling temperatures and shorter days, the body is called to adjust thoroughly its physiological mechanisms: the immune system is put under greater strain, the metabolic rate must change to maintain a constant body temperature, and the digestive system has to cope with richer and […]
18/12/2025 News
A well-deserved break for season’s holidays
As the holidays approach, the EPO team is preparing to take a break. Our offices will be closed from December 22, 2025, until January 6, 2026, for season’s holidays. We will be back on Wednesday, January 7, ready and even more motivated for the new year. All requests received during this period will be processed […]
20/11/2025 Magazine
Botanicals for urinary tract health: not just cranberries!
The urinary tract consists of organs (kidneys and bladder) and ducts (ureters and urethra) whose function is to produce and eliminate urine. Our lifestyles greatly influence their health: in addition to proper intimate hygiene, drinking plenty of fluids (1.5-2 litres of water per day) promotes bladder emptying and prevents the stagnation of bacteria, while a […]
30/10/2025 Magazine
Seasonal changes and gastric complaints: some help from nature
With the arrival of autumn, many people experience an increase in gastric disorders: heartburn, acidity, epigastric pain, and digestive difficulties become unwanted companions during this season. This is not just a perception: several epidemiological studies show a real seasonality of digestive disorders, with peaks in incidence during the coldest months of the year. There are […]
29/09/2025 Magazine
Blue Zones and polyphenols: the distinctive factor of longevity
Okinawa (Japan), Nicoya (Costa Rica), Loma Linda (California), and two areas in the Mediterranean, namely Ikaria (Greece) and Ogliastra in Sardinia, are the so-called Blue Zones, 5 geographical areas where life expectancy in good health is significantly higher than the world average. From the study by researchers Giovanni Pes and Michel Poulain on Sardinian centenarians […]
30/07/2025 News
Summer closure: see you soon!
It’s time for us to take a break, switch off and recharge our batteries. Our offices will be closed from August 11 to 22, inclusive. However, don’t panic: we’ll be back in action on Monday, August 25th, with more energy and ideas than ever! In the meantime, if you have any urgent requests, please email […]