Manuel Reis

Registered Nurse

Manuel Reis completed his nursing studies at the Escola Superior de Enfermagem do Porto in 2013. He is licensed to practice under the Ordem dos Enfermeiros de Portugal, with license #79026.

He completed a post-graduate course in Advanced Clinical Phytotherapy through CESPU in Portugal.

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Valerian Root: 6 Uses, How to Take & Contraindications Valerian root is a medicinal plant that contains calming, sedative and relaxion properties. It is often used for the treatment of various health conditions, like insomnia, stress and anxiety. Learn more about what valerian root is used for, how to take it and the contraindications for use. Updated on 12-19-2022
Bay Leaves: 10 Uses, Tea Recipe & Possible Side Effects Bay leaves contain antioxidant, expectorant, digestive and anti-inflammatory properties that can be used to complement medical treatment for infections and digestive issues. Learn more about the uses of bay leaves and how to prepare bay leaf tea, as well as the possible side effects and contraindications for use. Updated on 12-15-2022
Common Side Effects of Vaccines (& What to Do) Fever, headache, swelling or localized redness are among the most common side effects of getting a vaccine, like the flu shot or COVID-19. Learn about the most common side effects of vaccination and what you can do to relieve them. Updated on 12-07-2022
10 Best Home Remedies for UTI Treatment: Teas, Juices & More Home remedies for UTI, like dandelion tea or a parsley infusion, contain antibacterial, diuretic and anti-inflammatory action. These help to eliminate bacteria in the urinary tract to relieve UTI symptoms and speed-up recovery. Learn more about the home remedies for UTI that you can prepare at home. Updated on 12-07-2022
Best Herbs for UTI Treatment: 6 Tea Recipes Drinking certain types of tea is a good way to complement prescribed treatment for urinary tract infection. Teas can increase the effect of the medicine prescribed as well as relieve any symptoms faster. Learn about the 6 best herbal teas to treat UTI naturally. Updated on 12-07-2022
10 Common Cold Symptoms & How to Relieve Them The main symptoms of a common cold are runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, sneezing, coughing and body aches. Learn more about the symptoms that can happen with a cold and how they vary from the flu, as well as how to treat these symptoms at home. Updated on 12-05-2022
7 Best Home Remedies to Ease a Sore Throat Some great home remedies for a sore throat include ginger tea and grapefruit juice, because they have analgesic properties that can help reduce throat inflammation. However, there are many other very effective home remedies that you can try. Check out the recipes and how to use them. Updated on 11-30-2022
7 Natural [Proven] Ways to Lower Blood Pressure It is possible to manage high blood pressure without using medication. Blood pressure can be influenced by factors like frequent exercise, weight loss and salt intake. Learn more about 7 ways to lower blood pressure naturally. Updated on 11-17-2022
Green Tea: 13 Health Benefits, Side Effects & How to Prepare Green tea is a drink that is rich in antioxidants that help to prevent early aging and some types of cancer. It also contains caffeine, which can boost metabolism and promote weight loss. Learn more about all the benefits of green tea and how to prepare it. Updated on 11-17-2022
Homemade Cough Syrup: 7 Recipes for Dry & Wet Coughs Homemade cough syrups for dry coughs contains soothing properties, while syrups for productive coughs will have natural expectorant and bronchildating action. Learn about how to make these natural cough syrups at home to relieve your cough quickly at home. Updated on 11-16-2022

Manuel Reis

Registered Nurse

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