Health

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
Hamantaschen filled with poppy seeds

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

Dangerous or not? A microwave

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

Are you constantly stressed?

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


A massive study found: These are the artificial sweeteners linked to dementia

Do you drink one can of zero a day or consume sugar-free yogurts? An 8-year study found a link between consumption of common artificial sweeteners and deterioration in memory and thinking.

Artificial sweetener

Israeli researchers at TAU find noninvasive brain stimulation eases PTSD symptoms

The five-session pilot, conducted in Tel Aviv and published in the journal Brain Stimulation, used individualized transcranial magnetic stimulation targeted to hippocampal networks.

Illustration of the experimental setup

Is coffee healthier than tea? Dietitians discuss which drink helps most with energy, focus

The small morning choice that can affect your entire day: Dietitians reveal the advantages and disadvantages of each of the beloved beverages.

Which is healthier?

Sleep monitoring in your own bed: The sleep band that will help you sleep better

Hidden awakenings, HRV and daily stress: Home sleep metrics explain why we’re tired and what really improves sleep. We tested Garmin’s smart sleep band.

Garmin's sleep band

Israel's oncology systems near 'breaking point' as patient numbers increase

Israel's cancer treatment systems continue to develop, but increasing patient numbers and a lack of manpower leave the industry at a breaking point.

Doctor Nir Cohen shows a patient an x-ray image on an Apple iPad at the Mayanei Hayeshua Medical Center in Bnei Brak

An advanced medical branch of the Mor Institute opens in Nahariya

A significant expansion of advanced medical services in the north: New clinics, advanced tests, and greater accessibility for residents of the area.

An advanced medical branch of the Mor Institute opens in Nahariya

Israeli study finds vouchers tied to blood sugar control boost diabetes outcomes like new drugs

According to the International Diabetes Federation, more than 500 million people worldwide have Type 2 diabetes.

Vouchers tied to blood sugar targets improve diabetes outcomes, Israeli study finds. February 3.

Why probiotic supplements don’t really help you – and what you should do instead

They are sold with far-reaching promises, but more and more studies show that probiotic supplements do not always affect us the way we expect.

Just eat better

Noninvasive magnetic brain stimulation offers new hope for PTSD patients

A Tel Aviv University study suggests noninvasive brain stimulation may reduce intrusive memories in people with PTSD.

IDF helmet developed to get neuro feedback relating to PTSD.

The girl asked to remove hair? An expert explains when it’s allowed to start

Many parents hear young daughters asking to remove body hair, often due to social pressure. An expert explains how to cope with it and what options are appropriate.

The social pressure surrounding it is not imaginary