Healthy living

There is a clear factor for blood clots in the legs – and it is not sitting cross-legged

Sitting cross-legged is often blamed for vein damage, but evidence shows the risk is minimal. It may cause temporary pressure or tingling, not lasting harm.

Sitting cross-legged
 A man suffering from a headache

Science confirms: Not sleeping enough? You are destroying your brain cells

Monitoring is no less important than treatment. Regular measurement at home helps identify early change and prevent complications

Cardiologists: Want to prevent cardiac arrest? This is the action you should do every day

The model is based on one rule: Those who show up at least once a week pay nothing. Those who miss a whole week pay a penalty of 10–20 euros

When the state pays for your gym membership: Why you should learn from Scandinavia


Creating satisfying, healthy shakes: Ingredients for lasting fullness

A Dutch study finds that thick shakes with low calories, high fiber, and protein leave you feeling fuller for longer.


Craving something sweet? These 6 spices reduce the desire for sugar

These are some of the most well-known and popular spices that are known to help decrease the desire for sugar - and they also have other effects on your body.

 Spices

Exercise can improve your hair's health, help avoid balding

Some types of exercise can reduce hair loss and promote hair growth - while some physical activities can have the opposite effect and make hair loss worse.

 A man and woman exercise together.

Do fish-oil supplements really help heart health? - study

Fish oil supplements claim to help improve heart health but a new study shows those claims may not be backed up by science.

Revolutionize your sleep routine. Vitamins and health supplements.

Late-night snacking: Is it helping or harming your health?

Midnight munchies are common, and research reveals potential upsides, including improved sleep. Unveil the full story behind nighttime snacking:

 Is your midnight snack actually good for you?

These warning signs mean you could be at risk of a heart attack

A heart attack is more than just chest pain: Learn to identify the subtle clues of an impending heart attack.

Learn to identify the signs that you may be about to have a heart attack

Weekend sports enthusiast? Your heart may be healthier than most

Limited weekday time for exercise? Don't worry, you're still improving your heart health significantly.

 Exercise can significantly improve your heart health, even if you only do it on the weekend

Did you know about this disturbing side effect of intermittent fasting?

While the intermittent fasting diet can be a successful method for many, it might not be a good fit for all women, and this is why.

 Can intermittent fasting be dangerous for women?

Exposed: McDonald's employee goes public with 4-lb sugar bag in iced tea

The fast food chain's website listed a large sweet tea drink as containing 40 grams of sugar - but employees have contested this. 

A sign for the U.S. fast food restaurant chain McDonald's is seen outside one of their restaurants

How to keep your hair healthy during the summer

Experts claim that cutting split ends is the best way to keep hair looking healthy, but when do we know it's time to cut the ends and how many times should they be cut during the year?

  Cutting split ends (illustrative)