A Salty Solution: The Surprising Health Benefits of Crying23:03A Salty Solution: The Surprising Health Benefits of CryingBasal and reflex tears are great for keeping our eyes healthy, but emotional tears are in a league of their own. They contain higher levels of protein-based stress hormones like adrenocorticotropic and leucine enkephalin, which acts as a natural painkiller.When we cry during stressful moments, our bodies kick off a series of reactions that bring both emotional and physical relief. The key player hEgészséges életmód2025-02-12 189 megtekintés5396p720p1080p2025-02-12Egészséges életmód Protect Your Kidneys: Habits and Lifestyle Choices to Avoid24:18Protect Your Kidneys: Habits and Lifestyle Choices to AvoidThese small, bean-shaped organs do far more than most of us realize. Every day, our kidneys filter about 200 liters of blood – despite the fact that the average adult only has about 5 liters circulating in the body. This means our kidneys continuously cycle through and filter all our blood about 40 times a day! In doing so, they remove waste, balance electrolytes, and regulate fluid levels. They aEgészséges életmód2025-02-05 403 megtekintés26396p720p1080p2025-02-05Egészséges életmód Ecosystem on a Plate: How Your Diet Can Influence Climate and Health24:40Ecosystem on a Plate: How Your Diet Can Influence Climate and HealthMany are still not aware of the vast amounts of greenhouse gases animal-person exploitation facilities generate – carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide – each of which has a hugely damaging effect on our atmosphere. This increase is largely due to the soaring global demand for animal-people meat over the last 50 years. These emissions aren’t just numbers – they’re driving up global temperaturEgészséges életmód2025-01-29 634 megtekintés32396p720p1080p2025-01-29Egészséges életmód From Snacks to Sunscreen: What You Need to Know about Titanium Dioxide21:01From Snacks to Sunscreen: What You Need to Know about Titanium DioxideTitanium dioxide also holds the key to what makes certain foods look so bright and appealing on the shelf. Research shows that shoppers are more likely to buy and enjoy foods that have vibrant colors, which is why titanium dioxide has become an increasingly popular enhancer. According to the US Department of Agriculture, one can find this ingredient in around 13,000 brand-name food products in theEgészséges életmód2025-01-22 555 megtekintés26396p720p1080p2025-01-22Egészséges életmód Tropical Treasure: The Hidden Health Benefits of Guava and Its Leaves23:29Tropical Treasure: The Hidden Health Benefits of Guava and Its LeavesGuava particularly stands out for its exceptional vitamin C content. Did you know that just one guava can provide over twice the daily recommended amount of vitamin C? That’s more than what you’d get from eating four oranges! This essential nutrient plays a pivotal role in collagen production, which is vital for healthy skin, muscles, and connective tissues. Research shows that eating guava can reEgészséges életmód2025-01-15 566 megtekintés29396p720p1080p2025-01-15Egészséges életmód In Search of Silence: The Health Risks of a Noisy World23:38In Search of Silence: The Health Risks of a Noisy WorldAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), noise pollution is actually the second biggest environmental threat to our health, just behind air pollution. Loud noise impacts our health in ways that extend beyond hearing. A growing body of research shows that long-term exposure to environmental noise, particularly from traffic, can increase the risk of heart conditions. For example, a study puEgészséges életmód2025-01-08 535 megtekintés28396p720p1080p2025-01-08Egészséges életmód Rooted in Health: Transforming Spaces with Organic Gardening26:03Rooted in Health: Transforming Spaces with Organic GardeningIn addition to Dacthal, Glyphosate, the active ingredient in the widely used herbicide Roundup, has sparked widespread controversy due to various health concerns, including its potential link to cancer. Now, while synthetic fertilizers can give a quick boost to crop yields, they can also cause some potential long-term issues for our soil. Synthetic fertilizers can also pose risks to our health. OnEgészséges életmód2025-01-01 539 megtekintés21396p720p1080p2025-01-01Egészséges életmód Beyond Temper: The Link Between Anger and Cardiovascular Wellness22:18Beyond Temper: The Link Between Anger and Cardiovascular WellnessRemarkably, the effects of anger manifested after only eight minutes of recalling anger-inducing experiences, leading to a more than 50% decrease in their blood vessels’ ability to dilate, indicating a potential risk for elevated blood pressure and heart attacks. Dr. Shimbo said, “If you are a person who gets angry all the time, you’re having chronic injuries to your blood vessels. It’s these chroEgészséges életmód2024-12-26 635 megtekintés28396p720p1080p2024-12-26Egészséges életmód Peel Perfection: Discover the Hidden Health Benefits of Fruit Skins21:24Peel Perfection: Discover the Hidden Health Benefits of Fruit SkinsDr. Wendy Bazilian, a nutritionist and public health consultant based in San Diego, California, United States, says, “The peel is the protective layer on fruits and vegetables; it tends to have concentrated compounds like phytochemicals that serve as defense mechanisms against the sun, rain, and pests. Those defense mechanisms support our health, too. When you peel these fruits and vegetables, youEgészséges életmód2024-12-18 630 megtekintés29396p720p1080p2024-12-18Egészséges életmód Stay Sharp: Brain Workouts for Us All22:33Stay Sharp: Brain Workouts for Us AllEngaging regularly in brain puzzles can enhance cognitive performance. Research shows that individuals who are 50 and over and frequently participate in these activities may demonstrate brain function comparable to being 10 years younger than their actual age. Experts suggest that such stimulating exercises help build a “cognitive reserve” over a lifetime. This reserve serves as a protective buffeEgészséges életmód2024-12-11 685 megtekintés30396p720p1080p2024-12-11Egészséges életmód Microscopic Menace: The Growing Danger of Microplastic Pollution20:30Microscopic Menace: The Growing Danger of Microplastic PollutionIn 2022, a surprising discovery revealed microplastic pollution in human blood for the first time. Scientists examined blood samples from 22 healthy adults and found plastic particles in 17 of them. In other words, nearly 80% of those tested had microplastics in their system. Research has discovered microplastic particles in common fruits and vegetables. How is this happening? One source is the plEgészséges életmód2024-11-27 699 megtekintés35396p720p1080p2024-11-27Egészséges életmód Reclaiming Nutrition: Swapping Ultra-Processed Foods for Whole Plant Goodness19:48Reclaiming Nutrition: Swapping Ultra-Processed Foods for Whole Plant GoodnessA recent 2024 review in the British Medical Journal analyzed 45 studies involving nearly 10 million participants. What were the findings? Researchers found that eating more ultra-processed foods is linked to a higher risk of death from any cause and 32 health conditions, including heart disease, mental health disorders, and type 2 diabetes. There is growing concern that diets high in ultra-processEgészséges életmód2024-10-30 970 megtekintés42396p720p1080p2024-10-30Egészséges életmód PFAS: The Silent Toxin Among Us23:45PFAS: The Silent Toxin Among UsPFAS – short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – might not ring a bell, but you've probably heard of Teflon, a substance used to make nonstick versions of cookware. Teflon owes its slick surface to PFAS, a group of synthetic chemicals known for their incredibly strong carbon-fluorine bonds. These bonds make PFAS highly resistant to heat, water, grease, and wear and tear, which is why they’veEgészséges életmód2024-10-23 983 megtekintés34396p720p1080p2024-10-23Egészséges életmód Preserving the Heart of Caregiving: Preventing Burnout with Self-Care Strategies19:44Preserving the Heart of Caregiving: Preventing Burnout with Self-Care StrategiesThe global demographic shift towards an aging population is a significant factor contributing to the rise in caregiver burnout. As noted earlier, caregiver burnout manifests in various physical and emotional signs and symptoms. Physically, carers may experience chronic fatigue, frequent headaches, sleep disturbances, weight loss or gain, and a weakened immune system, making them more susceptible tEgészséges életmód2024-10-16 1027 megtekintés47396p720p1080p2024-10-16Egészséges életmód Wings of Change: Veganism's Role in Curbing Avian Flu and Zoonotic Transmission22:44Wings of Change: Veganism's Role in Curbing Avian Flu and Zoonotic TransmissionThe spread of zoonotic diseases threatens the well-being of both animal-people and humans. Since 2022 in the USA, sadly, over 100 million H5N1 infected chicken-persons have been culled in 48 states, the deadliest bird flu outbreak in US history, and thousands more wildfowl have died due to it. Bird flu spreads in humans through close contact with infected animal-people or their environments. As ofEgészséges életmód2024-10-09 1088 megtekintés26396p720p1080p2024-10-09Egészséges életmód Up in Smoke: Uncovering the Hidden Dangers of Teen Marijuana Use22:05Up in Smoke: Uncovering the Hidden Dangers of Teen Marijuana UseAccording to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, the average age for first use in the US is just 14. A 2022 survey found that 30.7% of high school seniors in the US had used cannabis in the past year, with 6.3% using it daily in the last month. Research shows that teens who use marijuana are 11 times more likely to develop serious mental health issues compared to those who don’tEgészséges életmód2024-09-25 987 megtekintés45396p720p1080p2024-09-25Egészséges életmód Scent-sational Healing: How Nature's Aromas Boost Your Well-Being19:48Scent-sational Healing: How Nature's Aromas Boost Your Well-BeingOur sense of smell functions as a sophisticated chemical detection system, crucial to our interaction with the world. The human nose contains hundreds of olfactory receptors capable of distinguishing over a trillion different scents. When we inhale, airborne molecules, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released by plants, enter our nasal passages. These molecules bind to specific olfactoEgészséges életmód2024-09-18 1083 megtekintés42396p720p1080p2024-09-18Egészséges életmód Unmasking the Reality: Stroke Does Not Discriminate by Age19:14Unmasking the Reality: Stroke Does Not Discriminate by AgeAccording to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Stroke risk increases with age, but strokes can – and do – occur at any age.” So, what exactly is a stroke, and why does it affect people of all ages? A stroke happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is suddenly interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Within minutes, brain cEgészséges életmód2024-09-11 1208 megtekintés32396p720p1080p2024-09-11Egészséges életmód Carbohydrates: Exploring the Difference Between Whole and Refined24:29Carbohydrates: Exploring the Difference Between Whole and RefinedCarbohydrates, or carbs, are the body’s main source of energy and one of the three essential macronutrients, along with fats and proteins. They play a vital role in keeping us energized and ready for daily activities. But not all carbs are created equal. Think about the foods you might reach for: white bread, pasta, pastries, and sugary drinks. These are refined carbohydrates, which have been procEgészséges életmód2024-09-04 1203 megtekintés36396p720p1080p2024-09-04Egészséges életmód Beyond the Century Mark: Centenarians and the Vegan Pathway to Ageless Living21:37Beyond the Century Mark: Centenarians and the Vegan Pathway to Ageless LivingImagine achieving the remarkable milestone of 100 years – a centenarian, a testament to human longevity and resilience. While genetics undoubtedly play a pivotal role in such exceptional longevity, emerging research and inspiring real-life stories suggest that lifestyle choices, particularly diet, are equally influential. One compelling example of how a whole food vegan diet promotes longevity isEgészséges életmód2024-08-28 1191 megtekintés37396p720p1080p2024-08-28Egészséges életmód