Category: General Interest

Sitting too long in everyday life poses real health risks. Here’s what you need to know about it. Let’s face it: much of today’s adult life revolves around work, which for most people means spending long hours in front of screens and sitting immobile in chairs. Work-related stress has been shown to have severe effects on our health. But it seems that it also affects our physical health. While scientists have determined the maximum number of hours one should work, one chiropractor says the total amount of time one should…

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Often, when making tea, there is still some water left in the kettle. But can you continue to use it? In some instances, this is not a good idea. Because the water can contain germs and harmful residues, germs can be killed when the water is boiled. However, germs can form again if the water is stored for a long time or at too low a temperature. Therefore, residual water should not be stored for more than one day and should always be covered. People with weak immune systems, pregnant…

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As the summer heat subsides and the leaves begin to fall, it’s only a matter of time before we reach for our scarves and hats. However, scientists recommend taking as much vitamin D as possible before the dark and cold months begin. The first thing you can do to meet your vitamin D needs is to use a sun lamp, but that doesn’t mean you should make an appointment for a tanning bed. The ultraviolet radiation from tanning equipment can cause cancer, but getting a unique lamp shouldn’t be a…

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Hand washing has been a recurring theme, especially since the Corona pandemic. “How do I wash my hands properly? For how long? How often?” were the questions asked throughout, and the answers were immediately forthcoming in many places. But how do I do this in combination with disinfectants? How does perfect interaction work?All over the nation, hospitals, restaurants, and retail establishments have disinfectant dispensers. If you look at the current increase in Corona infections, they will again be urgently needed in the fall and winter. However, how can hand washing…

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Many are familiar with the problem of high blood pressure. A study from the USA has now found that most people don’t even know how high healthy blood pressure levels should be in the first place. A large number of people are affected by higher-than-average blood pressure levels. This figure is frightening when considering the typical secondary diseases of hypertension. However, strokes, cardiac insufficiency or heart failure can be prevented with the proper treatment – if the signs of high blood pressure are recognized correctly. In any case, a study…

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In today’s hectic world, where time is scarce, it can be a challenge to eat healthy, especially when you’re on the go a lot. Fast food restaurants and takeaways are ubiquitous, and reaching for unhealthy options is tempting when hunger strikes. But eating a healthy diet with the right micronutrients is crucial to keep you energized and feeling great, no matter how busy you are. In this article, we’ll share some tips and ideas for healthy snacks and meals on the go so you can eat well even on a…

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42 cities and municipalities are participating in “Earth Night” in Austria. The environmental umbrella organization is calling the so-called “Earth Night” in Austria on Friday for the fourth time. The action intends to draw attention to light pollution and its adverse effects on biodiversity and human health. In a statement, the NGO called on the federal government to launch a nationwide energy-saving package. Signs against light pollutionAmong them are the provincial capitals of Salzburg, Linz, Graz, Eisenstadt, and Klagenfurt. After dark, a signal against light pollution is to be set,…

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How should the new “Eris” and “Pirola” variants be evaluated, and has Sars-CoV-2 become a typical disease? Here’s what the experts say. “Even though we have largely put the Corona pandemic behind us, the virus will continue to occupy us,” Health Minister Johannes Rauch stressed in early September. Indeed, COVID-19 infections are expected to rise again this fall. Two new variants are on the health authorities’ radar. What does this mean, and how dangerous are “Eris” and “Pirola”? Here are the most important answers for the Corona fall: Are the…

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On Tuesday evening, Apple unveiled the iPhone 15. There’s a bit of a surprise when it comes to pricing. For example, it was initially rumoured that Apple was raising prices to balance out sales despite falling sales. However, the opposite has happened. The iPhones are getting cheaper. For example, the regular iPhone and the Plus variant are being sold for 50 euros less in Austria compared to the starting price of the predecessor model. However, the devices still do not bargain at 949 and 1099 euros, respectively. With a retail…

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