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On average, 2.5 cups of coffee are consumed per day. This makes coffee one of the most popular beverages in this country. However, it is better to avoid coffee immediately after a meal. Whether for breakfast, at lunchtime in the office, or in the afternoon at a café, coffee is undoubtedly one of the most popular beverages of all. We also like to treat ourselves to a cup of coffee after a meal. After all, coffee stimulates digestion and dispels tiredness. But is it really true that coffee is good…

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Romantic relationships are increasingly influenced by social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Social media often fuels envy and jealousy. But social media can also have a positive effect on romantic relationships. On Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms, influencers and private individuals give their followers insights into their lives and relationships. Even though these insights are usually embellished, users take them as an opportunity to measure the quality of their own relationship and their partner’s behavior against social media content. Social media can negatively influence romantic relationships by…

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After changeable weather at the weekend, Monday will be sunny, but Tuesday will be rainy again. Today, Friday, cloudy and rainy weather will dominate along the main Alpine ridge and north of it. In the east and south, it will be sunny at times, but there will be heavy rain showers in places in the southeast. The wind will be light and variable. Temperatures will range between 9 and 15 degrees in the morning and reach 16 to 24 degrees during the day. Changeable but mild weather at the weekend…

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Lemons aren’t just for flavoring your water or cooking — they’ve got a potent mix of nutrients that can help your body heal and stay clean inside and out. Fresh lemon juice is packed with vitamin C, antioxidants, and natural acids that support digestion, immunity, and detox. What’s Inside a Lemon? How Lemon Juice Helps Your Body 1. Strengthens Immunity Vitamin C in lemon juice helps your body fight infections and recover faster. 2. Supports Digestion A glass of warm lemon water can wake up your digestive system, reduce bloating,…

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Austria: Pension increase in 2026: Small and medium-sized pensions will increase by 2.7 percent, with a cap on pensions above €2,500. The government presents a compromise. There has been intense debate in recent days about pension increases for 2026. Now the package has been finalized, and the minister responsible, Korinna Schumann (SP), plans to present it on Friday morning at the Ministry of Social Affairs. During the ORF summer interview on September 1, the chancellor announced his intention to increase pensions below the inflation rate (currently 2.7 percent) in light…

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According to DAK Gesundheit, a balanced muesli should consist of at least half whole grains—such as oats, spelt, or buckwheat flakes. These provide essential fiber, keep you feeling full for longer, and stabilize blood sugar levels. Three to four tablespoons is a good start. Bunte reports this. Nuts and seeds such as walnuts, almonds, or flax seeds provide healthy fats and valuable nutrients. But be careful: they are also high in calories. A small handful is enough to give your muesli a crunchy and healthy kick. Fresh fruit: Nice, but…

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Last August was the third warmest ever recorded worldwide. The average temperature was 16.60 degrees Celsius, according to the climate change service of the EU’s Copernicus program on Tuesday. This made the month 0.22 degrees cooler than the records set in 2023 and 2024, but 1.29 degrees above the pre-industrial level for August. The twelve-month period from September 2024 to August 2025 was 1.52 degrees warmer than the average temperature from 1850 to 1900. In southwestern Europe, August brought the third major heat wave of the summer, accompanied by exceptional…

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Certain sweeteners in low-calorie products could impair memory, especially in younger people and diabetics. Many people today naturally reach for diet soda, sugar-free yogurt, or protein-rich bars. The packaging promises fewer calories and the same great taste. But what sounds good has now been given a damper. That’s because certain sweeteners could impair our brain performance in the long term—especially in people under 60 and diabetics. This finding comes from a new long-term study published in the journal Neurology. Researchers studied more than 12,000 adults over a period of eight…

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