Health

Eating right but sugar or cholesterol are rising? This is the reason

Even without changes in diet, ongoing stress affects hormones, blood sugar levels and blood lipid levels, and can cause abnormal results in tests, even in healthy people who are very strict.

Even if your diet has not changed at all, and even if you are even more careful these days, your blood tests may show something different
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Bloating that follows you all day? An Israeli brand offers a sweet solution that’s hard to stop

Asparagus

It is one of the healthiest vegetables – but you should not eat too much of it

It is recommended to perform abdominal exercises before aerobic training

The end of belly fat? The method that will help you burn fat exactly where you want


Due to the wave of smuggling: How to make sure the meat and eggs you buy are fit for consumption

A wave of seizures of smuggled food raises concern ahead of Passover, and experts explain how to identify products that have not undergone inspection, and how to avoid unnecessary health risks.

Smuggled meat from the territories that was recently seized by the Israel Police

Tests find lead in children's clothing. These colors are especially susceptible

The researchers said children are both the most vulnerable to lead’s effects and the most likely to put clothing in their mouths.

Parents and children reading together

Is your COVID shot effective against the new variant? Here’s what to know

The nickname “Cicada” reflects how the variant seemed to reemerge after a long lull.

Signs advertising flu vaccinations are displayed in a pharmacy window, as hospitalisations rise, with Britain and other European countries grappling with a severe flu season and health authorities warning of increasing cases driven by a mutated strain of the virus, in London, Britain, December 2025.

You really have to get to know matzah properly

Does matzah really make you gain weight, harm digestion, or raise cholesterol? Everything you need to know about calories, fiber, and the small habits that make a big difference during Passover.

Matzah is not really "fattening" as people think

This is the healthiest vegetable for Passover – that protects the heart and the digestive system

Leek may look like a simple vegetable, but it contains important nutritional components that affect the digestive system, heart health, and also brain function.

Leek

The hard data: What happened to Israelis’ sleep during the war – and how it can be fixed

Data collected since the beginning of the war indicate a significant impact on sleep among Israelis, but there are practical ways to help the body relax and improve sleep quality.

The prevalence of insomnia in the adult population in Israel rose by 19% during the war

Passover cleaning is more dangerous this year – this is how you protect your family members

The days before Passover are when people clean their homes, and reports of poisoning from cleaning materials rise. This year, with children at home, the risk is even greater.

Strong cleaning materials help us keep the home sparkling, but they can be harmful if not used correctly

After 4 weeks of war, it is already hard to feel compassion for others. And that’s okay

There is something particularly complex about this period. If you feel indifference or an inability to empathize with the pain of others – it may actually be good for you.

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Why complaining about the war actually contributes to national resilience

Politicians and even media figures criticize citizens who complain about the war and its side effects. A clinical psychologist explains why it is actually very worthwhile for you to complain.

Why complaining about the war actually contributes to national resilience

Want to boost your energy? This is the secret of fava beans!

Green fava beans return for a short season and offer an impressive combination of plant protein, fiber, and minerals – alongside a natural compound that helps produce dopamine in the brain.

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