Flexitarianism - what do you know about it?
Vegetarianism, veganism and more recently.... felexitarianism. What is this style of eating? What are its characteristics? What foods are included in a flexitarian diet?
Medication storage errors and patient health risks
Do you happen to store open syrup in a cupboard and not in the fridge? Or do you have medicines in your drawer that are past their expiry date but "look ok"? Below you will find some information...
Types of behaviour and how to deal with them part 2
The four types of behaviour are the simplest division of the actions of people around us. By grouping people in this specific way, it is easier to understand their reasons for behaving in certain...
Earth retains huge amounts of heat. This may be causing climate change!
Scientists from NASA and NOAA claim that the Earth's 'energy imbalance' is increasing significantly. According to their research, it has doubled between 2005 and 2019.
Types of behaviour and how to deal with them part 1
Behaviour is a complex psychological process that is the product of many characteristics. We learn to behave in a certain way from an early age and many factors over the course of our lives influence...
Consequences of overuse of disinfectants - a superbug attack?
Are we at risk of an attack of superbugs? The use of disinfectants, in addition to combating microorganisms, can induce mutations in them that make them resistant to the chemicals used.
Cinnamon, cloves, cardamom - winter immunity boosters
Can the spices that feature in our homes in winter help boost immunity? It turns out... yes! Spices, which we like to use when it is cold outside, not only smell beautifully and enrich the taste of...
Matcha works wonders, or the phenomenon of green tea powder
A mysterious green powder that has become very popular recently is matcha. It is drunk in lattes, teas, smoothies, shakes with matcha and added to various dishes. What exactly is it and why is it...
5 ways to date long distance
A long-distance relationship. For many, this is something unimaginably difficult, something they would not be able to commit to. Despite this, there are a great many such couples. If we are already...
Why nap?
What do Leonardo da Vinci, Napoleon, Thomas Edison and John F. Kennedy have in common? Apart from the fact that they are all outstanding people who made world history, there is one more thing. The...
Why limit meat consumption? - part 2.
Living in an era of 'plant-based diet fashion' and extremely different opinions on vegetarianism and veganism, we can feel confused. Is such a diet actually healthy and beneficial, or is it the...
Why limit meat consumption? - part 1.
Living in an era of 'plant-based diet fashion' and extremely different opinions on vegetarianism and veganism, we can feel confused. Is such a diet actually healthy and beneficial, or is it the...
Black Lives Matter - what is it about and what can you do?
In recent days, the hashtag #blacklivesmatter has reigned supreme on social media and beyond. Widespread protests against racism are taking place around the world. It all started with the cruel...
Meditation - a way to change lives
"Close your eyes. Focus on yourself and your breathing. Quiet your mind and calm your thoughts". Anyone who has ever tried meditation knows these phrases. People who meditate are often confronted...
Electric scooters - bane or need of our times?
Electric scooters have recently become very popular. In many cities, you can rent these vehicles via an app on your phone, in addition to which many people choose to buy them. The scooters have...
Veganism, vegetarianism, lactovegetarianism - what's the difference?
I don't eat meat - this is the declaration made by more and more of our compatriots. However, it is not only vegetarians who live alongside us. What are the differences between these diets? What do...
Frequent consumption of sweetened beverages is associated with an increased risk of premature death
People who frequently drink sweetened beverages have a 17 per cent higher risk of premature death than those who limit their consumption of such drinks. According to researchers, this trend is linked...
Montezuma's mysterious revenge - what is it?
Montezuma's revenge, or travellers' diarrhoea, is a disease that can spoil any trip. How do you protect yourself from it?
Tick-borne encephalitis - what should you know about it?
Tick-borne encephalitis is a dangerous disease resulting from a viral infection (viruses of the Flavivirdae family) that is transmitted by ticks. How do we protect ourselves against it? What should...
Vaccinations against tropical diseases - what to bear in mind before a long journey?
Long-distance travel is slowly becoming an everyday occurrence, with holidays not only in neighbouring countries, but increasingly in the Far East, Africa and America. What should you bear in mind...
