Health

6 simple Qigong exercises for relaxation that can be performed at home

Gil Shiraz, head of the Qigong workshops field at Maccabi Tivi, offers exercises that can help almost immediately restore the body and mind to center.

Qigong
Ritalin

The stimulant medication that sharpens focus

The surprising connection between nutrition and gray hair revealed

The surprising connection between nutrition and gray hair revealed

A new study found that the ideal range for bowel movement frequency is once to twice a day

What does the frequency of your bowel movements say about your life expectancy?


When is it better to exercise – in the morning or in the evening?

A new study found that matching workout time to the personal biological clock improves blood pressure, sleep, fitness and sugar levels.

When is it better to exercise – In the morning or in the evening?

Just 30 minutes of sauna time tied to a sharper immune response

In a controlled trial, volunteers showed significant changes in inflammatory markers, heart rate and blood pressure after one session, a result that surprised researchers.

A guest sits in the outdoor sauna, gazing into the surrounding forest as the quiet heat blends seamlessly with the natural stillness of Slowness.

Must you drink 8 glasses of water a day? The medical truth says otherwise

The number 8 has become a rule of thumb, but the body does not work according to glasses but according to need – this is what you need to know to avoid dehydration.

Drinking water

7 mistakes we all make that ruin the diet

Ahead of the approaching summer, dietitian Dr. Maya Rosman explains which mistakes you are making on the way to your ideal weight.

Dietitian Dr. Maya Rosman explains which mistakes you are making on the way to your ideal weight

Due to an increase in youth mortality: New guidelines for cholesterol testing

The U.S. cardiology associations have published new guidelines for the first time since 2018, aiming to detect heart risk earlier and better tailor treatment for each patient.

Not to wait until old age or until cardiac risk is clearly defined, but to begin assessing it earlier

This is how to adapt nutrition to the changes the body undergoes

Our body changes over the years – especially the female body. A clinical dietitian explains what is important to eat at every stage – and also gives ideas for particularly nutritious meals.

Women’s nutrition should be adapted to the age one is in

The mistake people may make when a person is having a seizure – and it could end in disaster

The sight of a person losing consciousness is one of the most frightening there is, but panic will not help. Here is how you can assist and save lives.

Epileptic seizure

Gaining weight? This is how it happens without you noticing

Small snacks, random tastings, and everyday habits quietly add hundreds of calories. This is how a small surplus accumulates into weight gain – and how it can be changed without giving anything up.

Gaining weight

Want to reduce stress? This is the secret of the strawberry

Strawberries may feel like a treat, but they are a smart choice: Low in sugar and calories, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, support immunity and help cope with stress.

Strawberries

The breakfast that lowers blood pressure: The foods you should know

Breakfast is truly the most important meal of the day – and by choosing the right foods you can lower your blood pressure in a healthy way and provide your body with a healthy dose of fiber.

Oatmeal porridge with fruits