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Israel’s hospitals are beginning to recognize, empower family caregivers

BY EMIL BOTHE — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:21:13 GMT

Family caregivers are crucial to treatment success, and Israeli hospitals are starting to provide recognition and help.

Slowness: The healing village in Israel's Lower Galilee that restores body and mind

BY NOAM BEDEIN — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:20:17 GMT

A healing village in the heart of the Galilee, Slowness blends forest, food, and community for true recovery.

Dream Care: This haredi male nurse is helping redefine private nursing care in Israel

BY ABIGAIL KLEIN LEICHMAN — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 07:43:30 GMT

After seeing patients fall through the cracks, a haredi nurse set out to reinvent care at home.

The reality of 'neurodiversity': Autism awareness under Iranian missile attacks

BY HANNAH BROWN — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:25:17 GMT

HEALTH AFFAIRS: “I want to stay in the car!” - a wartime moment exposes the gap between ideology and reality.

As Israel’s PTSD crisis deepens, new treatment offers hope for scarred IDF veterans

BY TOBY KLEIN GREENWALD — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:04:37 GMT

Combat veterans fight for recognition and care, while a new drug emerges as a possible solution for PTSD.

Winning the psychological war: How Israelis endure Iran’s war of nerves

BY DR. MIKE GROPPER — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:09:39 GMT

Iran’s strategy is psychological; the missiles are meant to do more than damage infrastructure, they are meant make us feel like we are unsafe.

Is gluten-free flour really healthy? Dr. Maya Rosman answers once and for all

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Many people think that gluten-free products are necessarily healthier, but is this a nutritional myth?

The plague of Passover: This is how you will cope with constipation and gas during the holiday

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Passover brings with it abdominal discomfort, gas, and constipation. But the symptoms can be alleviated.

Want to make changes in life right now? This is how you will avoid mistakes

BY DINA DROR — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Dina Dror, a clinical social worker and psychotherapist, explains how to distinguish between a considered decision and an emotional response to ongoing pressure.

How to make the potato healthier

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

How cooking methods change potatoes: Effects on calories, sugar, and satiety, why fries can have up to 6× more calories, and how small mistakes turn a simple side into a nutritional trap.

The mistake we all make in holiday cleaning – and how to fix it

BY DORON KUPERSTEIN — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

This year, Passover cleaning takes on a new meaning, and experts explain how to turn it into an opportunity for internal cleansing to strengthen resilience and cope with a challenging period.

The dangerous mistakes people make in first aid during emergencies

BY DR. MOHAMMAD AFAN — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Shrapnel and missile injuries need quick, precise action. First aid mistakes can worsen injuries, so knowing the correct steps is crucial.

What happens to our brain when we watch "Big Brother" and "The Amazing Race"?

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Amid unbearable stress, many turn to reality shows for comfort, using others’ dramas as a way to regulate emotions and preserve mental stability.

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

BY DORON KUPERSTEIN — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:00:01 GMT

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.

You really have to get to know matzah properly

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

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.

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

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

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

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

BY DORON KUPERSTEIN — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT

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.

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

BY DR. KAY ALKARA — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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.

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

BY OR YANIR, PSYCHOTHERAPIST — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:05:00 GMT

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.

Why complaining about the war actually contributes to national resilience

BY PROF. GOLAN SHAHAR — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

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.

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

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

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.

What a strand of hair may reveal about the bond between mother and child

BY JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 00:12:11 GMT

Oxytocin levels can reflect long-term emotional connection, Ben-Gurion University study finds.

Dietitians recommend: This is the one food you should avoid in the morning

BY WALLA! HEALTH — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:00:01 GMT

It is considered the most important meal of the day – but the question is what you eat in it? Here is what is not recommended and what is in the meal that opens the day.

Eating at night and gaining weight? Science reveals what really matters – the time or the calories

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

If you snack more than usual at night, it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re gaining weight – but it’s worth paying attention to what you’re putting into your mouth.

Specialist doctor: There is cumulative damage to hearing due to the sirens – even if not immediate

BY DR. AMEEN BIADSEE — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Sirens reach particularly high intensities and experts warn that repeated exposure to such noise may cause cumulative damage to hearing even if it is not felt immediately.

Four healthy substitutes for bread on Passover that are worth adopting all year round

BY LENA HARMATZ, CLINICAL DIETITIAN — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

There are those who avoid flour and gluten all year. If you also want, there are several tasty and healthy substitutes that you do not have to eat only on Passover.

The surprising way to calm the body during sirens

BY DR. SHARON MAOZ — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

During sirens, the body enters a state of alertness. Studies show that simple petting of a dog or a cat affects stress hormones and returns the body to a calmer state.

This is how you will maintain your physical and mental health during the war

BY MOSHE COHEN — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Many have stayed home for over three weeks, facing physical and mental challenges. Experts explain how to maintain health during this difficult time – and offer tips ahead of Passover.

We are all tired now, but these people are experiencing exhausting mental overload

BY DR. JULIA GOUZMAN — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Many of us are required to connect to the computer during the day, and despite what you might think – they finish the workday more exhausted than ever. Why does this happen, and how can it be solved?

Study finds: This is the dietary method that prevents cognitive decline in later life

BY DORON KUPERSTEIN — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Researchers followed more than 150 thousand participants and found a consistent link between the DASH diet at ages 40-50 and a lower risk of cognitive decline at older ages.