Category: Science and Health

As a result of overuse, antibiotics for humans and animals around the world are becoming ineffective in treating common infections in infants and children due to high rates of resistance to the drugs.  Researchers at Australia’s University of Sydney found that many antibiotics recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) were ineffective in treating more […]

What constitutes an ideal average body temperature? Is it 36.6 degrees Celsius or maybe 37 degrees Celsius? Recent research has shown that our body temperature is profoundly influenced by various factors and varies from person to person. Contrary to the common belief in a fixed ideal body temperature, this study suggests it is highly individualized. […]

Many Israelis struggle with high blood pressure, and amid the current war with Hamas known as Operation Swords of Iron, factors such as lack of sleep, stress, and poor dietary choices can further contribute to any problems. The following recommendations are vital for lowering your blood pressure without medication or excessive salt restriction. Follow these […]

Researchers have discovered an alarming truth – some people are addicted to snacks in the same way that others are addicted to nicotine, cocaine, or heroin. A recent analysis of 281 studies conducted across 36 countries has revealed that 14% of adults are addicted to sweets and snacks. This addiction is not merely a craving […]

Telomeres are like tiny bottle caps attached to both ends of every chromosome in your body to protect the genome from degrading and to preserve the information in them. For safeguarding our genetic material and ensuring the orderly division of our cells, their structural integrity and optimal length, they have the potential to lower the […]

While we routinely clean and cover our bedding, sheets, and pillowcases, the mattress often goes overlooked. Since we don’t have direct contact with it, there’s a common misconception that it remains clean. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. In a previous article, we warned you about the hidden horrors lurking in your mattress, […]

Many millions of people around the world wear smartwatches or use smartphone apps to count the number of steps they walk every day. But how many are the optimal number to promote good health?  An international study led by the researchers at the University of Granada in Spain has disclosed for the first time the […]

In moments of acute stress, the body undergoes changes designed to protect us from immediate threats. However, when stress persists, these protective mechanisms can become detrimental, leading to both temporary and irreversible damage. Emergencies and anxiety-inducing situations, such as conflicts like the war in Gaza, can elevate blood pressure and blood sugar levels. Mental stress […]

Winter is nearing, and with it comes the end of Daylight Savings Time. On October 28-29 at 2:00 AM, the clocks will be set back one hour. While this grants us an extra hour of sleep, the change can bring about feelings of stress or depression for many. This is particularly true for parents of […]

The Israeli special needs community has been devastated by the loss of several of its own during the Hamas massacre on October 7, while the trauma and disruptions of the war cause on-going hardships, both emotional and practical. Israelis with special needs and those who love them are struggling to find ways to cope. When […]