At least 12 percent of us grind our teeth at night. This is especially annoying for others who sleep near you and until recently it was thought that it was mainly bad for your teeth: they can wear out. But it is also useful. Recent research shows that it also has health benefits, Ghizlane Aarab … Read more
Kidney damage is a silent killer. 1.7 million Dutch people currently have chronic kidney damage, but many are not aware of it. That’s a big problem. A person over 55 with kidney damage lives on average seven years shorter. The Kidney Foundation is holding a collection this week and asked Dutch people about their knowledge … Read more
Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays an important role in many bodily functions, including blood sugar regulation, immune response and heart rhythm. Recent research suggests that magnesium may also be a potentially effective treatment for diabetes, lung COVID and heart disease, writes Bloomberg Diabetes Magnesium is essential for the production of insulin, a hormone … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) – Former US national team coach Bruce Arena has resigned as coach of the New England Revolution club due to an investigation into “inappropriate language”. Major League Soccer suspended Arena on July 30 due to the investigation. The 71-year-old Arena had been employed by New England since 2019. “I know I have … Read more
Many people fear the toilet seat, especially in public toilets. Most germs cannot survive for long on surfaces such as a toilet seat. And to infect you directly, they have to get to your urethra or genitals themselves. So unless you sit on the toilet seat with an open wound, the risk of direct contamination … Read more
High blood pressure is a chronic condition that can have a major impact on your health. It is often associated with symptoms such as headache, dizziness, shortness of breath and palpitations. But there’s another symptom that’s usually overlooked: fatigue: High blood pressure can make you feel tired. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is … Read more
Estrogen is a female sex hormone that has several functions in the body. It is involved in the growth and development of the female reproductive organs, pregnancy, bones, skin, brain and heart1. Some benefits of estrogen are: It protects against thinning bones (osteoporosis) by increasing bone density. It improves mood, sleep, sexual behavior and eating … Read more
Australian scientists have in the Journal of Neurochemistry written that a specific type of mushroom contains an active compound that, according to an official summary, “stimulates nerve growth and improves memory.” We’re talking about Lion’s Mane here, technically known as Hericium erinaceuswhich have been used in traditional medicine in Asian countries for centuries. “We wanted … Read more
Singing is nice. But singing with a group of others is even nicer or at least less scary. In a choir or in the football stands and pub, we like to sing together. But why? Hi, this is Bing. I can help you with your question. 😊 Singing together is an activity that has many … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) – Computer manufacturer Dell has become considerably more valuable on the New York stock exchange on Friday. The group presented better-than-expected figures and rose more than 21 percent. At the same time, Wall Street was looking for direction after new macroeconomic releases that may shed light on the Federal Reserve’s future interest … Read more