Nutrition researchers sound the alarm: The truth about acrylamide, stevia and co.It's no secret that acrylamide, stevia and the like are problematic. But how dangerous are these substances really? Nutrition researchers warn of the long-term effects, but do they really make us ill?...
Measuring blood pressure: Don't blindly rely on the doctor!Healthy blood vessels are priceless. We should therefore all know our blood pressure so that our cardiovascular system does not suffer and become ill. Action should be taken if the doctor measures val...
Coconut oil: how healthy is it really?Coconut oil is considered super healthy and is said to be an all-round talent, including reducing belly fat and lowering the risk of diabetes. It is also good for the skin and hair. It is also praised...
Looking forward to getting older: what gets better with ageOld age is a time that nobody longs for. But there are also positive aspects to getting older: We suddenly get rid of many ailments that may have been with us for a long time. Here we reveal what actu...
Detect skin cancer earlyThere are various forms of white and black skin cancer. This carcinoma has various precursors that can be seen and felt. You should therefore keep a close eye on your skin and see a dermatologist imme...
Watch out! 5 symptoms that indicate stressA life full of harmony. Who doesn't dream of that? Unfortunately, the reality is different. Private and professional problems can quickly put us under pressure. We become stressed. And the symptoms ar...
Artificial joints: don't make the decision too quicklyWalking, climbing stairs, driving a car - with healthy joints this is easy. However, if they are increasingly affected and cause pain, they massively restrict the quality of life of those affected. Bu...
Beware of cat bites: it's better to see a doctor straight awayJust a moment ago, the cat was lying on his mistress' lap purring and letting herself be stroked. Then his mistress tried to chase him away. But that didn't suit him, he bit at lightning speed and cau...
Alzheimer's: First signs at the wheel?Many conditions develop gradually. These include dementia diseases such as Alzheimer's, which lead to mental impairment. Experts are therefore continuing to search for diagnostic methods that can dete...
Prevent tooth decay: be careful when eatingThe common caries bacteria are not only happy about negligent oral hygiene, they also love sugary foods and drinks. The reason: the sugar, which they convert into acids, serves as food for them. Howev...
Removing thyroid nodules without surgery - how it worksThe ultrasound examination confirms the doctor's palpation findings: nodules have formed on the thyroid gland. Such tissue changes are not uncommon. After all, around one in four people over the age o...
7 typical office illnesses: How to protect yourselfThose who work on a PC have it good. You're inside all day, wind and rain can't harm you. You can sit and don't have to exert yourself physically, compared to geriatric nurses, for example. That's rig...
What helps against aphthae?Almost everyone suffers from them once in their life, and some people suffer from them again and again - especially women. Aphthae are small white blisters that occur mainly in the oral mucosa. And th...
Type 2 diabetes: arming yourself against the stress of the diseaseType 2 diabetes can be treated well. However, life with this metabolic disease can also be extremely stressful. Experts even speak of diabetes burnout. This makes a strong psyche all the more importan...
Type 2 diabetes: a conscious diet is importantDo you remember? Grandma had "sugar" and was only allowed to eat chocolate if it said "For diabetics". Today, a special diet is no longer recommended for people with type 2 diabetes. But they should e...
The all-round talent: peppermintThe aromatic medicinal plant as we know it today originated from an accidental cross-breeding: it is the result of brook mint (Mentha aquatica) and spearmint (Mentha spicata). At the end of the 17th c...
How harmful is ozone to health?It is a colorless, toxic and chemically very reactive gas. Ozone is both beneficial and harmful: in the stratosphere, ten kilometers from the earth's surface, a natural layer surrounds the earth and p...
Linseed oil: Why it is so valuable for our healthLiquid gold could look like this, and for health it is as valuable as gold: linseed oil. Linseed is an ancient useful and medicinal plant. Its Latin name "Linum usitatissimum L." means "mostly used".
The first aid lexicon in summerBeing outside, in the water, on the beach, on the meadow. Lazing around, swimming, barbecuing, sunbathing - wonderful vacations! But the most beautiful of all seasons unfortunately also has its downsi...
Better for the heart: exercise for type 2 diabetesMany people with type 2 diabetes do not notice any serious symptoms for several years - but they should not sit out the metabolic disease. For the sake of heart health in particular: Get moving in eve...
