Day: October 2, 2024

New study: Ready meals increase microplastics in the body

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A new study by the Federal Environment Agency Vienna has revealed interesting findings on the impact of plastics in the kitchen on microplastic consumption. This research shows that the use of plastic containers and utensils in the kitchen has no significant effect on microplastic intake. Rather, the consumption of highly processed foods plays a decisive role.In the study led by Christina Hartmann, 15 participants from Vienna and the surrounding area aged between 24 and 43 were asked to vary their cooking and eating habits over two weeks. On the one…

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ICDO’s Costumes of the World Show: A Celebration of Diversity and Inclusivity

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Vienna, Austria, 28 September 2024 Vienna’s historic Rathaus Festival Hall transformed into a global stage for the International Cultural Diversity Organization (ICDO)’s Costumes of the World Show, a stunning showcase of cultural diversity through traditional attire. This annual event attracted hundreds of attendees, eager to witness an array of colorful costumes from around the world, each representing the unique identity and heritage of the participants. The message of the evening resonated clearly: Celebrating Cultural Diversity and Inclusivity.  Messages of Inspiration Josipa Palac, CEO and Founder of ICDO opened the event…

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List shows the unhealthiest fruit in the world

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A healthy diet should be varied, balanced and colorful. Fruit and vegetables in particular provide important nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and fiber that our bodies need to function healthily. But not every food is equally healthy. Every food has its own nutrient composition, and what is optimal for one person may be less beneficial for another. But is there really such a thing as unhealthy fruit? A study from New Jersey has drawn up a ranking of the healthiest foods. However, one particular type of fruit came in last…

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Nationwide siren rehearsal and test for “AT-Alert” on Saturday

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The annual siren rehearsal will occur again this Saturday (October 5). At the same time, the “AT-Alert” disaster warning system will be triggered on a trial basis throughout Austria for the first time. “These test activations will be carried out by the federal states and the Ministry of the Interior,” it was announced on Tuesday. Like the siren test, they will occur from around noon to 1 p.m. via cell phone and should “not be misunderstood as actual disaster alerts.” “Attention test” on the cell phone screenThe AT-Alert test run…

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