A recent study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism reveals that children who lead a physically inactive lifestyle may face elevated cholesterol levels in early adulthood, leading to potential heart health issues in their mid-40s. The research suggests that childhood sedentary behavior contributes significantly to a person’s cholesterol levels before their […]
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Most of us don’t worry about getting vitamin D when the weather’s warm and the sun is shining. But as winter approaches, accompanied by overcast days and long nights, you may be wondering if it could be useful to take a vitamin D supplement – and what benefit it might have. During the summer, the […]
Continue ReadingA number of factors affect how we learn to read for the first time. Some of these factors benefit girls more than boys. Our reading skills and understanding of a text depend on the ability to decode texts, learn the letters of the alphabet, and know the different words and how they sound. However, […]
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Around half a billion women experience a vaginal yeast infection (thrush) every year – with around 140 million women suffering from multiple infections throughout their lifetime. While treatments do exist for thrush, for many women these aren’t effective (or they only have short-term effects). But new research has discovered that zinc could be used to […]
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That warning came from the UN World Health Organization (WHO) on Universal Health Coverage Day – observed on Tuesday – which said without urgent action, “these gaps will only widen”. Health agency chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stressed that investing in resilient health systems, based on strong primary healthcare, is “the most inclusive, equitable and cost-effective […]
Continue ReadingIn today’s challenging times, we often turn to sweets for comfort, even if it’s just a fleeting moment of joy followed by guilt. Many people opt for low-sugar, low-calorie treats with artificial sweeteners, believing they are healthier. However, mounting evidence suggests that these sweeteners can wreak havoc on our bodies and minds. Several studies have […]
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Menus are usually something you’d expect to come across in a restaurant. But one social media influencer went viral recently for sharing a different kind of menu – a “dopamine menu” or dopamenu. The dopamine menu concept comes from a 2020 YouTube video by Jessica McCabe (How to ADHD). In her video, she suggests that […]
Continue ReadingDo you want to boost your memory? Don’t forget to include a little wasabi with your sushi. Recent research conducted at Tohoku University in Japan has shown that this fiery green spice can significantly enhance your memory. Published in the scientific journal Nutrients, the study involved 72 subjects aged 60 to 80, all in good […]
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No confectionery symbolises the holidays quite like gingerbread. While most of us associate gingerbread with edible houses and spiced loaves of cake-like bread, it’s also increasingly appearing as flavouring in novelty drinks and Christmas cocktails. Gingerbread may be considered an indulgent treat if you’re only considering the calorie content. But it’s Christmas, and indulging in […]
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Hosted at Kibbutz Yagur near Haifa, volunteers from United Hatzalah from across Israel’s North gathered for a mass casualty incident (MCI) training drill, the organization said in a statement. The drill simulated a slew of rocket attacks alongside terrorist infiltration and firefights, devised in the aftermath of October 7th to train first responders on the […]
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