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Choosing sugary drinks over fruit juice for toddlers linked to a higher risk of adult obesity

Swansea University study: Toddlers given sugary drinks face higher adult obesity risk. Tracking 14,000 children, researchers found early fizzy drink consumption linked to weight gain by age 24.

The power of human touch: A friendly pat on the back improves basketball performance

In difficult situations, physical touches like a hug or a pat on the back can reduce stress, though whether this influences performance in stressful life situations is yet to be studied in detail.

Identifying anxiety attacks in anticipation of Iranian threat

The looming Iranian threat of an imminent attack could elevate anxiety levels. How can you tell if your concerns are symptoms of an anxiety attack, and what steps should you take?

Co-dependency: Why can't I stop putting others before myself?

Why do we love people who hurt us? People who cannot say "no" are suffering from co-dependency.

Researchers in Finland, US say adjustments, flexibility are necessary to live without smartphone

In a world where more and more services and social interaction are based on mobile apps, a smartphone has become close to a necessity.

 A war between Israel and Iran (illustrative)

Health effects of Iranian nuclear strike on Israel: Some key insights

What could be the health impacts of an Iranian nuclear strike on Israel?

A friendly pat on the back can improve performance in basketball

In difficult situations, physical touch like a hug or a pat on the back can reduce stress.

Israeli Health Ministry forbids sale of Ozempic for weight loss

Israelis with obesity had received special authorization (form 29C) to use Ozempic, though they were not diabetic, leading to a nearly year-long depletion of Ozempic stocks and a severe shortage.

By ITAI GAL
10/04/2024

People, including Israeli leaders, have difficulty making decisions, taking responsibility - study

Research on decision-making has shown that when people are making decisions, they have to evaluate their options over time because they often don’t immediately know what to do.

Fifteen-year-old teen from Israel's north diagnosed with cave fever

The little tick that bites and sends people to the hospital

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