Month: May 2024

Brush your teeth before or after breakfast: Which is right?

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We all agree that you should brush your teeth two to three times a day. But opinions differ when it comes to whether it’s better to brush your teeth before or after breakfast. Most people don’t give much thought to the question of when the right time for oral hygiene is in the morning. No wonder, because after getting up, you first want to grab a cup of coffee. And, to be honest, even dentists don’t quite agree on whether it’s better to brush your teeth before or after breakfast.…

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The coffee afterward: Why coffee after a meal is not a good idea

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On average, people drink 2.5 cups of coffee a day. This makes coffee one of the absolute favorite drinks in this country. However, it is better to avoid coffee immediately after a meal. Whether at breakfast, in the office at lunchtime, or at a café in the afternoon, coffee is undoubtedly one of our favorite drinks. We also treat ourselves to a cup of coffee after a meal. After all, coffee stimulates digestion and banishes tiredness. But is coffee indeed good for digestion, or is it just a health myth?…

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Austria – Thunderstorm alert today

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The day will often be cloudy and rainy. In the morning, it will rain in the east, and the disturbance zone will spread to large parts of Austria as the day progresses. In the afternoon, the rainfall will be centered in the Salzkammergut. Localized thunderstorms are to be expected on Friday; these may be heavy. The snow line will drop to around 1500 meters above sea level in places in the west. Otherwise, it will be significantly higher. The wind will be weak to moderate, mainly from the west. Early…

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Cucumber water: cucumbers are not just a hit in salads

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Cucumber water is not only healthy but also a natural slimming aid. This is one of the reasons why this easy-to-prepare drink has long since become an absolute trend. Cucumbers consist of 95 percent water. This means that the vegetable contains hardly any calories. At the same time, the high water content supports the body’s fluid intake and helps to eliminate toxins. Tasty vegetables also contain a high proportion of vitamins B and C. These are mainly hidden in the skin, so they should also be eaten. Cucumbers are also…

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Charging your mobile phone: You should avoid this typical mistake

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The mobile phone manufacturer Huawei points out a specific sequence when charging a smartphone. What is the first step: connecting the mobile phone to the cable or plugging the charger into the socket? Charging your mobile phone: First, the plug, then the mobile phoneEven though the battery performance of smartphones has improved significantly, especially in recent years, and mobile phones no longer need to be plugged into a socket often, charging remains an (almost) daily ritual. You can’t do much wrong here – or can you? Smartphone manufacturer Huawei has…

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Rain showers towards the weekend

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Under the influence of a low-pressure system south of Austria, the weather on Thursday will be pretty unsettled. In addition to sunny spells, compact clouds will appear repeatedly, and from East Tyrol eastward to the Most and Waldviertel, the tendency for rain showers significantly increases. Individual thunderstorms are also expected in the afternoon, especially towards the east. The day will be sunnier and mostly dry along the northern side of the Alps and in the north-west. The wind will blow weakly to moderately along the northern side of the Alps,…

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Maibaum: Origin – meaning – tradition

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The tradition of putting up the maypole dates back to the Middle Ages. The colorfully decorated tree symbolizes life and fertility. What is a maypole?A maypole is a decorated tree or tree trunk. Depending on the region, it is traditionally erected either on 1 May or the eve of 1 May. The tree trunk is ceremoniously erected on the village square in many areas, especially in several German and Austrian federal states. The top of the tree is usually crowned with a wreath, and the top of the tree is…

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May 1: Origin, meaning, and customs – information about the public holiday

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People around the world celebrate Labor Day on May 1 with festivals.On the other hand, demonstrations take place. May 1 is a public holiday in many countries, known as “Labour Day” or “May Day.” The day has a long history as an international day of the labor movement and is often celebrated as a holiday for workers’ rights and social justice. But where did the holiday originate, and what customs are typical of May Day? What is the story behind Labor Day?It is no coincidence that Labor Day falls on…

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Inflation fell to 3.5 per cent in April

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Inflation in Austria continues to fall. According to a flash estimate, inflation fell to 3.5 per cent in April compared to the same month last year, the lowest level since September 2021, as Statistics Austria announced on Tuesday. “Gas prices fell significantly below the high level of the previous year for the first time since 2020,” said Statistics Austria Director General Tobias Thomas, according to the press release. Package holidays also had a dampening effect on prices. A year ago, these were still strong price drivers. “However, price increases in…

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