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The importance of expiry dates varies depending on the type of product. Here’s a breakdown of different product categories and how critical their expiry dates are: Food Products Perishable Items (e.g., dairy, meat, fresh produce): Expiry dates are crucial for safety. Consuming these items past their expiration date can lead to foodborne illnesses due to bacterial growth. Non-Perishable Items (e.g., canned goods, dry pasta): These items often have a “best by” date rather than a strict expiration date. They can usually be consumed past this date, but the quality, taste,…

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A lack of fluids has negative effects on your body and mind. We explain what the color of your urine means and what to look out for. The body needs sufficient fluids, consisting of 50 to 60 percent water. Nevertheless, according to a survey conducted by Airup, many people drink too little, affecting not only their everyday life but also their later life.“Adequate hydration is essential to our health and performance,” comments co-founder Lena Jüngst. “With our new campaign, we want to consciously draw attention to the most natural side…

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Many empty their dishwashers immediately after the wash cycle, but this is not always the best decision. According to an article on myhomebook.de, there are good reasons why it’s better to wait 20 minutes before opening the machine. The hot steam that escapes when the dishwasher is opened immediately can spread throughout the kitchen and increase the risk of mold growth. Wooden furniture near the dishwasher, in particular, can swell due to the moisture. If you keep the dishwasher closed after the wash cycle, the moisture inside can condense and…

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On long-haul flights, you usually find a blanket and a pillow in your seat. These items are usually wrapped in foil. Can I take the blanket and pillow with me after the flight? The blanket and pillow are intended to make a stay of several hours in the airplane seat more comfortable. So you can cover yourself up nicely and get through the flight hours snuggled up. However, if you think of taking the blanket off the plane, you should abandon the idea. You can’t do that, and the blanket…

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Although the payments won’t start until after the summer, Austrians have already received mail from the Austrian government. As in previous years, the climate bonus will be paid out again this year – “after the summer” to all people who have had their main residence in Austria for more than six months – automatically and without an application. But mail from the Ministry of Climate Protection is already fluttering through the letterbox. “Today” explains what it’s all about. This year, too, the amount of the climate bonus depends on where…

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The travel season begins. And that means tens of thousands of people are heading south again, usually by car. If you wear sunglasses, you have to be careful. They look good and protect against the sun’s UV rays, but sunglasses can become a problem in traffic. Especially during the vacation season, tens of thousands of Austrians go on vacation by car again, and numerous checks exist. Many people don’t realize that the little accessory on your nose can even lead to penalties. “Sunglasses come in shades on a scale between…

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Bananas are a fruit that can be found in every household. Whether as a snack, in a cake or even as a side dish, they can be prepared in many different ways. This is fortunate because bananas are a nutrient source that offers numerous benefits. Although it is said that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, the same can be said of bananas, but there are certain rules to follow. The benefits of bananasA British study published in the European Heart Journal in 2022, which followed around 25,000…

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If you buy fresh bed linen, you should put it in the washing machine immediately. The reason is that the product may be new, but the factories and stores where they are stored can be dirty. Sometimes, insects, such as beetles or bedbugs, can be found here. This sometimes happens during production or the packaging process. The chemicals that are often used during production are also harmful. These residues then get caught in the fibres of the sheets. The result: skin irritation. If you are very sensitive to chemicals, washing…

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It’s a thorn in the side of many parents: children spend more time behind their smartphones. Teenagers spend an average of ten hours a day. The word “cell phone addiction” is often used in this context. A recent study from Israel shows just how harmful this really is. A study from Israel analyzed 84 papers on the consequences of excessive smartphone use. And the results are quite simply shocking. Numerous consequences for the health of our protégésThe analysis showed a link between cell phone addiction and the following physical and…

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