Aluminum foil is a ubiquitous helper in kitchens worldwide, but one detail of its use is always confusing: Should you wrap food with the shiny or matt side of foil? An article on Den Offentlige illuminates this aspect and provides a surprisingly simple explanation that many people are unaware of.The difference between the shiny and matt sides of the aluminum foil is not just a question of appearance. According to the Danish supplier Cares.dk, which specializes in cleaning products and household items, among other things, the orientation of the foil…
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The peak of the heat, and the next heatwave is already on the horizon
A new heatwave hits Austria on Tuesday. By the weekend, it will be well over 30 degrees across the country, with up to 37 degrees possible in the east. Meteorologist Michele Salmi contradicts forecasts that this could be the last heatwave in Austria this year. After a brief cool-down, it will most likely be hot again by the middle of next week. Tuesday (today) will bring temperatures of up to 35 degrees. There is no change in sight until the weekend. “As is so often the case, the focus of…
Read MoreWhy drinking lemon juice in the morning is not such a good idea
Rumors abound about the benefits of lemon juice on an empty stomach. In addition to its delicious taste in drinks, dishes and desserts, lemons have great properties! The fruit is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. While it is true that it can relieve several ailments, lemon juice can also cause problems. Therefore, it is important to be careful and not consume it thoughtlessly. Also, don’t believe everything you read on the internet. You may have heard that drinking lemon juice on an empty stomach in…
Read MoreBenefits of eating watermelon every day: what happens to your body when you eat the fruit regularly
Watermelon is a fruit with a high water content, which helps keep the body hydrated, especially during summer. Watermelon: a delicious and healthy choiceWatermelon is one of the tastiest and healthiest fruits. It is rich in water and nutrients, low in calories and contains very little fat, making it an excellent choice for the diet-conscious. But the benefits of watermelon go beyond that. This fruit has diuretic, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, so eating it regularly benefits the body. Daily benefits of eating watermelon: body hydration and diuretic effectWatermelon is one…
Read MoreWhat Happens to the Body After a Glass of Cola
When you drink a glass of cola, your body goes through a series of reactions influenced by its high sugar, caffeine, and acid content. Here’s a breakdown of what happens in the minutes and hours after you consume this popular beverage: First 10 Minutes: Sugar Rush Within the first 10 minutes, the high sugar content—about 9 to 12 teaspoons per serving—hits your bloodstream. Normally, such a sugar spike would trigger nausea, but the phosphoric acid in cola helps mask the overwhelming sweetness, allowing you to drink it comfortably. 20 Minutes:…
Read MoreExpert: Why you should never store your butter in the fridge door
An expert has shared the right way to organize your fridge, especially if you want your food and drinks to last longer. Most people keep their eggs, butter, and milk on the fridge door, but this is far from right. Eggs, butter, and milk should never be kept in the fridge; they must be stored at consistently cool temperatures. Most importantly, do not store butter in the so-called butter compartment. Once you hear the reason, you’ll never do it again. The fridge door is, in fact, the warmest part of…
Read More400 million people worldwide suffer from Long Covid
The world has had a huge long Covid problem since the start of the Sars-CoV-2 pandemic. More than 400 million people worldwide have been affected by these persistent and often severe complications. This has now been calculated by leading US scientists. They are calling for more efforts to tackle this problem. “The cumulative global incidence of Long Covid is 400 million people. This has an annual economic impact of around one trillion US dollars minus – corresponding to around one percent of the global economy,” wrote Ziyad Al-Aly (Washington University…
Read MoreLast heatwave for this year?
The next heat wave of the summer is just around the corner. By the middle of the week, it should be “horrible.” Now everyone in Vienna is wondering what will happen next … Temperatures are already starting to rise today, and eastern Austria, in particular, is heading for another heatwave. This will last about a week, confirms Ariane Pfleger, meteorologist at Geosphere/ZAMG).However, according to Pfleger, the heat will still feel good up to and including Monday compared to what comes afterward: from Tuesday, it will be “horrible,” with oppressive sultriness…
Read MoreThe washing machine is full of bacteria: Eliminate them in no time with this trick
The washing machine is an indispensable appliance in most households. You collect your dirty laundry, put it in the machine, fill it with washing powder and fabric softener, close the door, and press start. Then, all you have to do is wait until the machine signals that the laundry is clean again and can either be hung up or put in the dryer. Many people probably don’t realize that all the bacteria in dirty laundry can accumulate in the washing machine. The machine must also be cleaned occasionally so the…
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