Health“Drinking less or not drinking at all may be the most effective way to improve cognitive, neurological and psychological health”, say researchers.
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Intermittent fasting increases energy – may slow aging
HealthTry it yourself using the best known methods.
Danish health organizations call for 18-year limit on energy drinks
Health"Children are under massive pressure from advertising and influencers to drink these harmful soft drinks", says Morten Grønbæk, CEO of the Center for Childhood Health.
The 5:2 diet can help with type 2 diabetes
ScienceMore effective than diabetes drugs, according to Chinese study.
Crowberry – anonymous northern superberry
HealthCrowberries are abundant in Swedish forests and are at least as healthy as blueberries.
Too much screen time leads to tired and depressed children
Health"I believe in negotiating common rules for adults and children and protecting sleep", says senior lecturer Lina Eklund.
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Health expert: Sunlight more important for health than previously thought
HealthThe sun's bad reputation is “completely undeserved”, says health expert Fredrik Paulún.
Study: This ultra-processed food is the worst
HealthCertain types of ultra-processed food increase the risk of premature death, according to researchers at Harvard University and elsewhere.
FUTO – the obvious choice for privacy-friendly voice and text input on mobile devices
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Astra Zeneca acknowledges serious side effects
HealthThe pharmaceutical giant admits that its Covid vaccine can cause blood clots.
Record number of Danes affected by diabetes
HealthA "frightening development", says Tanja Thybo, head of research at the Danish Diabetes Association.
Playing the piano may improve brain health in the elderly
HealthPlaying a musical instrument or singing may help keep the brain healthy in old age, according to a British study.
More US children in psychiatric care during covid crisis
HealthThe period also saw an increase in the number of children diagnosed with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, research shows.
Stress-related sick leave skyrockets in Sweden
HealthAt the end of the year, 44,500 Swedes were on sick leave due to stress-related symptoms - a multi-fold increase since 2010.
Dying patients to be treated with psychedelic mushrooms
Health"We hope to give people with advanced disease a better end of life," says Inna Feldman, Associate Professor of Health Economics.
Broccoli may reduce the risk of stroke
Health– We could see paramedics treating ischaemic stroke patients with a broccoli-based medication, says heart reasearcher Dr. Xuyu Liu.
Diet soda linked to irregular heart rythm
Health– Do not take it for granted that drinking low-sugar and low-calorie artificially sweetened beverages is healthy, says researcher Ningjian Wang.
Organic Maps – the map app that doesn’t map you
TechTired of Google Maps tracking you? Here's the free alternative that lets you navigate completely offline!
170,000 Swedes waiting for surgery
HealthThe long waiting periods mean that many people become so ill that surgery is no longer an option.
Obesity affects one billion people
HealthObesity in children and adolescents has quadrupled since 1990.
Scientists: “Put warning labels on ultra-processed foods”
HealthJunk food greatly increases the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, as well as anxiety and mental disorders.
Unhealthy air in half of Sweden’s pre-schools
HealthHalf of preschools are located in areas with harmful levels of air pollution, such as near major roads.
How to grow tomatoes successfully
HealthWith the right environment, replanting and regular light patting of your plant, you can get great tomatoes.
More Swedish seniors taking antidepressants
HealthWomen are more often diagnosed with anxiety and depression - but suicide is much more common among men.
Overweight increasingly common in expectant mothers
HealthNearly one in two Swedish mothers had a high BMI - which means an increased risk of several complications.
Energy drinks linked to poorer sleep
HealthEven in moderate amounts, these beverages can have a negative effect on sleep.
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