5 steps to prevent silent trauma among the elderly
Recent years have caused significant trauma among some elderly and chronically ill people, worsening their health, creating confusion and sometimes distance from family. Here are ways to help.
Health & Wellness
Does sitting in a shelter increase the risk of contracting this disease?
Chestnut squash, butternut squash or regular pumpkin – which one is really the healthiest?
When sirens sound, leadership is measured in presence - opinion
Science confirms: Not sleeping enough? You are destroying your brain cells
Researchers reveal that lack of sleep damages the myelin sheath in the brain and slows the rate of neural signal transmission, with consequences for memory and motor function.
The breathing technique that calms anxiety and is used by security organizations
It is simple, it is effective, and it can be done from anywhere – yes, even in a shelter next to other people. Meet the tactical counting technique that will calm you.
The mineral important for blood pressure: Could you be consuming too much of it?
Potassium is vital for heart, muscle, and nerve health, but too much can be dangerous. Learn who is at risk, how to cook it safely, and how to keep a healthy balance.
5 signs your body is suffering from a protein deficiency
Protein is essential for building cells, supporting immune system function and maintaining energy, but a deficiency may affect health in surprising ways. Here is how to identify a deficiency.
The quiet danger of cannabis: You fall asleep easily – and pay the price in sleep
Cannabis has become a common solution for sleep problems. Many users report that it “puts them to sleep” – but the medical picture regarding actual sleep quality is more complex.
Excessive thinking may increase anxiety – but there is a way to stop it
Excessive thinking intensifies anxiety and harms the sense of control, but it can be calmed using simple means. Here are 8 practical psychological tools for reducing mental overload.
The brain seeks routine: This is how you can help children with ADHD maintain balance
The last week with no school and quite a bit of idleness is a difficult week for all children – but for children with ADHD it is a situation that may destabilize neurological and emotional balance.
Forgetting to drink in winter? 5 Hot beverages that will help you maintain hydration
When the weather is cold and dry, it is easy to ignore the importance of drinking enough water. Nutritionists recommend drinking these hot beverages that will help the body maintain hydration.
Dietitians recommend: 6 types of bread recommended for improving blood sugar levels
Healthy bread can be part of a balanced lifestyle, as long as it contains dietary fiber and protein, and contains a minimum of sugars.
Dr. Maya Rosman: This is one of the most severe stress phenomena
You don’t see it – but it accumulates in your body – and one of the reasons is stress. And who among us isn’t under pressure right now?
