Weight gain, tight clothing, and tooth decay are often cited as clear indicators that should be enough to curb our sugar addiction. However, there are other significant factors that you should pay attention to. Who doesn’t enjoy a bit of chocolate, a cookie, or perhaps a sweet dessert? This message is not aimed at occasional indulgers but rather at those who consume too much sugar on a daily basis. As our bodies reflect our eating habits, here are the most common signs of high sugar consumption. In addition to weight…
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Weeks-long partial closure of Vienna U4 in summer
Wiener Linien plans to intensify investment in the public transport infrastructure further this year. In 2024 alone, 223 million euros will be budgeted for various modernizations. Work will be carried out at around 100 locations this year, as the managing directors of Wiener Linien, Alexandra Reinagl and Gudrun Senk, explained on Monday. However, there will be some restrictions: the U4 will not run continuously for several weeks but will again be divided into two sections. Modernization work is being carried out in virtually all areas. Tunnel connections, signal boxes, elevators,…
Read MoreHere’s the best time to eat a banana a day
At snack time, whether in the morning break or after school in the afternoon, bananas are one of the most consumed and favorite fruits among children. The popularity of this yellow fruit among consumers is mainly due to its nutritional value. Rich in potassium, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants and also an excellent source of soft fibers, bananas are good for health. They also regulate digestion and promote a feeling of satiety.Given all these benefits, some people don’t hesitate to eat them for breakfast first thing in the morning, which is…
Read MoreFerien-Messe 2024: More program and highlights with Filipino participation
This year’s Ferienmesse from March 14 to 17 promises to be a special event in the Vienna exhibition halls. In addition, many well-known providers from the tourism industry will be presented with a wide range of program highlights and offers. A Filipino dance group from Vienna, Foklorico Filipino, will present ethnic, regional, and folk dances from the Philippines at the trade fair on Friday, March 15, 2024,14.30 hours at the at EVA AIR STAND. Program diversity and innovationsA special feature of this trade fair is the wide variety of programs.…
Read MoreCredit card: What are the advantages & disadvantages?
The credit card is one of the most popular and widely used payment methods. The payment method is accepted both online and offline in local stores. What are the advantages of a credit card, and are there any disadvantages? Many current accounts already include a credit card. Sometimes, it can be booked for a fee or for free (see free credit card at Consors). However, the payment method is not linked to a current account. This means you can also have a credit card from a provider other than your…
Read MoreInterpol warns of “epidemic of financial fraud” through AI
The police authority calls for action against criminals using AI technology. One type of fraud is of particular concern to investigators. Interpol is sounding the alarm: artificial intelligence (AI) is making it easier for criminal gangs to reach victims all over the world. The global police authority, comprising 196 member states, is therefore calling for greater efforts to combat financial fraud using AI. In combination with phishing and malware, AI has led to sophisticated fraud campaigns. According to Interpol Secretary General Jürgen Stock, this does not require advanced technical knowledge.…
Read MoreWhat happens if you eat butter every day?
Butter is a controversial topic in nutrition. There are two camps: those who love butter and those who swear by margarine or other plant-based substitutes. And that’s not all: how and when butter is put on bread is also hotly debated. Butter contains a lot of cholesterolBread and butter (or margarine) belong on the kitchen table in a German household. Bread is not a superfood. And butter? It contains a lot of cholesterol, and it has long been assumed that this raises cholesterol levels and increases the risk of heart…
Read MoreThis is how much toast harms the body
There are around 300 different types of bread in Austria. Toast, however, is unquestionably the most popular. The reasons are obvious: the rectangular slices are available in many varieties, they keep almost forever, and the fresh, sweet taste of the soft bread is even more intense when toasted. However, most toast is industrially produced, making it a highly processed and unhealthy product. There is nothing nutritionally good about toast. Toast has hardly any nutritional valueCommon buttered toast usually contains a lot of sugar, saturated fatty acids, a low fiber content,…
Read MoreTen tips: What you should look out for when ordering from Temu
Hardly any other online shopping platform has risen as quickly as Temu. Founded in mid-2022, it is now almost impossible to avoid it online. This is mainly due to aggressive advertising; the company has even made several Super Bowl commercials this year, most likely worth several million dollars. If you look at the app downloads, this has paid off. The Android app was downloaded over 100 million times on Google Play. In the Apple charts of the top shopping apps in Austria, it is in first place, ahead of Spar,…
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