Best Health Articles in 2020 on Lifehacker

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

How to take care of your teeth, which respirator to buy and why you shouldn't make an antiseptic from vodka.

10 plants that have antiviral properties

Did you know that rosemary can help fight the flu? And that oregano is effective against herpes, rotavirus that causes diarrhea, and respiratory syncytial virus? In addition, lemon balm, echinacea and dandelion have antiviral properties. Well, for a complete list of useful plants, see our article at the link below.

What things in the house need to be disinfected first

We constantly touch the phone, knobs, switches and TV remote control. And given that the coronavirus also has a contact method of transmission, these things now pose a particular danger. In the article you will find a list of items that you just need to disinfect, and explain how to do it correctly.

Which respirator to buy to protect against coronavirus

Respirators help better than masks, but they are more expensive and have their own nuances. For example, WHO does not recommend wearing them at home and even in contact with patients. However, if the recommendations do not bother you and you firmly decided to protect the respiratory organs with the help of a respirator, then be sure to read our material so as not to make the wrong choice.

What you need to know about dental crowns

Before going to the clinic, you should learn as much as possible about this type of prosthetics. What are crowns, how they are installed and what to do to make dentures last a long time, - the orthopedic dentist told in detail about all this in his column on Lifehacker.

How to go grocery shopping during a pandemic

During the coronavirus pandemic, going to the supermarket is not the safest thing to do. In our article, we tell you how to do it correctly, so as not to expose your health to danger once again and spend less nerves.

Why you shouldn't make vodka hand sanitizer

Making an antiseptic from strong alcohol that is lying around at home is a tempting idea. But scientists say that this is not the best solution. Why can't vodka kill bacteria and viruses? We find out in this material.

6 reasons to eat eggs for breakfast

Eggs are tasty and healthy: they contain a lot of vitamins, minerals, high quality protein and healthy fats. They also help you lose weight and improve your eyesight. Read more about each reason in our article.

Why there is no strength at all during quarantine and what to do about it

Endless news about coronavirus and self-isolation is not good for mental health. They lead to stress, which in turn leads to exhaustion. In this article, we tell you what happens to the human psyche in such situations, and give seven tips to help you regain strength.

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Why teeth deteriorate with age and what to do about it

Teeth deteriorate over time - this is a natural process, but it can be slowed down. For example, changing your lifestyle: giving up bad habits and cutting down on sugar. For details on how to maintain the beauty and health of teeth for as long as possible, we figured out in the article at the link below.

How I got rid of compulsive binge eating and came to a healthy diet

Stopping overeating is difficult, but real. We tell the story of a person who was able to cope with this problem and even put together his own guide to help others. Read more in our article.