Health

Rare Disease Day: “We are here for them, but they need you to be here for them as well"

Nedirim is advancing rights and raising awareness for rare syndromes.

Dana Goldstein: "We want to provide as much support as possible, so that no family is left alone.”
Many women have learned over the years to hide their pain for fear of being perceived as weak or as not functioning properly at home and at work

The reason found: Why pain lasts longer in women than in men

Scientists discovered the daily number of farts

Scientists discovered the daily number of farts – and you’re probably somewhere in the middle

It is possible to completely get rid of the virus

After 40 years of struggle: Scientists approach the greatest goal in medicine


Eating this vegetable every day? It destroys mineral absorption in the body

Spinach is one of the healthiest vegetables, but it turns out it interferes with the absorption of some important minerals. So what can be done?

Spinach

New study: Childhood obesity may indicate something much worse

A new American study: Negative or traumatic childhood experiences increase the risk of obesity in children, while the presence of a supportive adult in their lives may reduce these risks.

Childhood obesity

Is honey in yogurt actually a "Superfood"?

Dr. Maya Rosman explains whether honey in yogurt truly deserves the title "Superfood", how protein balances the sugar – and when the healthy teaspoon turns into a calorie trap.

Yogurt with honey

Nine-month-old baby rushed to Shaare Zedek after choking, passes away despite resuscitation efforts

Despite successfully removing the foreign object from the baby’s throat, doctors were unable to stabilize her condition.

Illustrative image of a baby girl to frame story of 9-month-old who died in Shaare Zedek after choking. February, 2026.

A psychologist explains: What can Punch the monkey and his doll teach us?

Everyone has been talking this past week about the cute monkey who found comfort with another monkey doll. An experts explains why that is precisely where he finds his safe place.

Punch, a Japanese macaque who was abandoned at birth

Twice as much calcium as yellow cheese: Dr. Maya Rosman reveals the star of the holiday

There is no stronger symbol than hamantaschen on Purim – and especially those filled with poppy seeds. Dr. Rosman reveals to you the wonderful benefits of the plant.

Hamantaschen filled with poppy seeds

Just five minutes in the microwave can unleash up to 534,000 micro- and nanoplastics into food

The term 'microwave-safe' often means a container will not visibly melt or break, not that it prevents the release of microscopic plastic particles or chemical additives

Dangerous or not? A microwave

A study revealed the reason that causes gain weight. And there is a natural solution

Does stress make you eat more, or actually eat less? According to a recent study, it causes weight gain – and you don’t even realize it’s the culprit.

Are you constantly stressed?

The surprising food that damages the teeth of children and adults more than candy

Dentists explain why starchy and salty snacks, such as crackers, damage tooth enamel more than certain candies and how snacking habits affect oral health over time.

Salty crackers

Suffering from constipation? A study of 96 thousand adults found two things that help

Many people suffer from constipation and turn to various medications, but the truth is that it is possible to improve bowel movements with a few simple changes.

It is possible to improve bowel movements with a few simple changes