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The expert, known from the TV show “NDR-Ernährungsdocs” and author of several bestsellers, explains why the day’s first meal should not be underestimated.Why breakfast is essentialAccording to Riedl, people who skip breakfast are at an increased risk of developing unhealthy eating patterns. Those who don’t eat in the morning tend to reach for unhealthy snacks later in the day. “The metabolism is ready for food when you get up. You shouldn’t let it wait longer than two hours,” explains the expert.Especially for diabetics, a nutritious breakfast can help to avoid…

Have you ever caught yourself giggling at the most inappropriate moments? Perhaps at a funeral or during a crisis meeting? Don’t worry. You’re not alone—and no, you’re not an insensitive brute. This is why you need to smile when something bad happensLaughter is a complex human reaction that often serves as an outlet for pent-up emotions. In stressful or unpleasant situations, our brains can use laughter as a mechanism to relieve tension and restore emotional balance. The Austrian psychologist Christa Schirl describes laughter in inappropriate moments as a so-called “leapfrog…

Juices, from refreshing spritzers to seemingly healthy fruit blends, have become staples in many people’s diets. Marketed for their taste and vitamin-rich profiles, juices can easily be perceived as healthful options. However, despite their popularity, drinking juice daily may not be as beneficial as you think. In this article, we delve into the reasons why daily juice consumption can be more harmful than helpful, exploring the types of juices available, the potential pitfalls of excess sugar, calorie intake, and the overlooked benefits of whole fruits. The Different Types of Juices…

In a time “marked by disinformation and polarization,” Pope Francis has called for reality not to be reduced to slogans. A few centers of power control an unprecedented amount of data and information, explained the 88-year-old Francis, without, however, referring specifically to platforms such as X or Facebook. “All too often, communication today does not generate hope but fear and despair, prejudice and resentment, fanaticism, and even hatred. All too often, it simplifies reality to provoke instinctive reactions,” warned the head of the Catholic Church on Friday in view of…

A whole grain-based diet can help to lower high blood pressure. According to Peter Walger, a doctor of internal medicine and intensive care medicine, the risk of heart attack,stroke, heart failure, and kidney failure can be minimised. The doctor explains that three portions of whole grain products daily, such as unground wheat, wild rice, barley, or oatmeal, are required to have a health-promoting effect. Whole grains work, as well as taking medicationThe finding is not new; the scientific study from the UK to which Walger refers proved the positive effect…