Health 2024, April

8 signs of mentally healthy people

8 signs of mentally healthy people

From the ability to say "no" to the ability to take responsibility for your life. According to experts, mental health has clear criteria

Mental rest: why is it needed and how to arrange it

Mental rest: why is it needed and how to arrange it

In our pursuit of productivity, we often forget that rest is essential for the brain. The article reminds of this and lists the available ways to give the mind a break

Early aging and an increased risk of breast cancer. How alcohol affects women's health

Early aging and an increased risk of breast cancer. How alcohol affects women's health

Together with the national project "Demography", we tell you about the dangers women expose to their health by consuming alcohol

10 scientifically proven habits to help you lose weight and keep it in check

10 scientifically proven habits to help you lose weight and keep it in check

Even small changes in lifestyle can bring good results. To maintain weight control, eat at the same time, walk, read the formulas

What will happen to your body if you do not sleep for a day or more

What will happen to your body if you do not sleep for a day or more

Every third Russian does not sleep for 8 hours recommended by doctors. We tell you what will happen if you do not sleep, and how it is harmful for the present and future

6 eating habits everyone should learn

6 eating habits everyone should learn

Switching to healthy food is easier than it sounds. These simple steps will help you feel better and stay healthy

Do you want to change your life for the better? Breathe deeply

Do you want to change your life for the better? Breathe deeply

Breathe alternately with different nostrils or using the diaphragm: found breathing techniques that will remove the effects of stress and refresh your head

Why urban dwellers are more likely to suffer from allergies

Why urban dwellers are more likely to suffer from allergies

The causes of allergies in urban dwellers can range from exhaust fumes to stress. But everyone can and should be fought

Causes of allergies

Causes of allergies

What is an allergy - a disease or a protective reaction of the body, developed over the centuries? Scientists have different opinions, and, apparently, this is why a medicine that would once and for all relieve us of unpleasant symptoms has not yet been found.

How modern lifestyles cause cancer

How modern lifestyles cause cancer

The benefits of civilization have turned against us. Cancer is the scourge of the 21st century. But everyone is able to reduce risks if they take care of their health in time

How to recognize a mental disorder by communication

How to recognize a mental disorder by communication

Signs of a mental disorder can even slip through a person's speech. Lifehacker asked experts what is an alarming signal

New study shows stress can reduce brain size

New study shows stress can reduce brain size

Plus one reason to worry less about trifles. According to the study Circulating cortisol and cognitive and structural brain measures, published in the journal Neurology, people with high levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, experience a decrease in brain volume and a decrease in the ability to remember.

6 breathing practices to help you calm down quickly

6 breathing practices to help you calm down quickly

Lifehacker talks about simple breathing practices that will restore mental balance, relax and help you fall asleep faster

How to take care of yourself to protect yourself from burnout and overwork

How to take care of yourself to protect yourself from burnout and overwork

Overwork and burnout are common results of too much enthusiasm at work. It is easier to prevent this phenomenon than to deal with its consequences

15 Cancer Symptoms Women Should Not Ignore

15 Cancer Symptoms Women Should Not Ignore

These signs of cancer are common in women. If you notice them in yourself, urgently consult a doctor and undergo an examination

15 Cancer Symptoms Men Should Not Ignore

15 Cancer Symptoms Men Should Not Ignore

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world, with 8.2 million cancer deaths in 2012. Show Yourself A Little Attention

5 ways to test yourself for cancer

5 ways to test yourself for cancer

How to get tested for cancer without unnecessary body movements. These simple tips will help you learn everything you need to know about it

9 simple and effective ways to relieve stress

9 simple and effective ways to relieve stress

These rudimentary and mostly free methods can help you de-stress and relax. Their effectiveness is confirmed by research

How not to catch a virus on public transport

How not to catch a virus on public transport

Viral infection is the most common disease. It is, of course, impossible to completely secure yourself in transport. But you can reduce the risks. Here's what to do

10 dirtiest places and things everyone forgets

10 dirtiest places and things everyone forgets

The dirtiest place in the apartment is the toilet. But is it? It turns out that things we are used to are a breeding ground for much more bacteria

What things in the house need to be disinfected first

What things in the house need to be disinfected first

These items are fraught with special danger during the coronavirus epidemic. We will tell you what things in your house should undergo regular disinfection

Why hallucinations occur: 6 not so obvious reasons

Why hallucinations occur: 6 not so obvious reasons

The appearance of hallucinations is associated either with the use of psychotropic substances or with schizophrenia. But hallucinations can occur for other reasons as well

Remembering everything: 4 unexpected ways to improve memory

Remembering everything: 4 unexpected ways to improve memory

Sex, social networks and a couple of other not the most obvious things, it turns out, can improve memory or make it easier to remember certain information

How to beat anxiety when you can't "just calm down"

How to beat anxiety when you can't "just calm down"

Do you have panic attacks? You may have anxiety disorder. We will tell you how to calm down, overcome anxiety, and what to do to keep attacks less frequent

How Clutter Affects Us and What to Do About It

How Clutter Affects Us and What to Do About It

Clutter in the house, chaos in thoughts and, as a result, problems in life. Scientists have found a clear relationship between the tendency to accumulate junk and constant stress

6 causes of fatigue and how to deal with it

6 causes of fatigue and how to deal with it

Scientists have recently begun to investigate why fatigue occurs. It turns out it's not just a lack of sleep. The causes of fatigue are much more complex

How to sit correctly and what to do if it does not work

How to sit correctly and what to do if it does not work

No amount of back exercise will help you avoid pain if you don’t know how to sit properly and are unable to maintain the desired position

Can herbs beat anxiety?

Can herbs beat anxiety?

Mayo Clinic doctor explains what is known about the soothing effects of herbs, can they harm, and can help beat anxiety

Why overwork and burnout have become part of our lives

Why overwork and burnout have become part of our lives

More and more people are suffering from burnout. Is this a consequence of the modern way of life, or is overwork an older phenomenon?

How to fix your posture: simple exercises and tricks

How to fix your posture: simple exercises and tricks

Moderate physical activity and simple techniques will help to strengthen the muscles and return the correct posture. If you slouch a lot, learn how to fix it

6 tips on how to use social media and not harm your mental health

6 tips on how to use social media and not harm your mental health

Addiction to social networks is manifested by the fact that you are constantly online and flipping through endless feeds to the detriment of your health. But it's time to remember about real life

20 small steps to improve your mental health

20 small steps to improve your mental health

Of course, big things await you, but it is still worth paying attention to the details. These tips will help you maintain the mental health you need today

What you need to know about incontinence and why this condition cannot be hushed up

What you need to know about incontinence and why this condition cannot be hushed up

Urinary incontinence is not limited to older people. We figure out how to take care of ourselves and lead a fulfilling life with this problem

Migraine: what you need to know if your head is splitting

Migraine: what you need to know if your head is splitting

Every seventh person in the world knows firsthand what a migraine is. Life hacker tells how to recognize a disease and relieve pain

This song will put you to sleep in just 8 minutes

This song will put you to sleep in just 8 minutes

The secret behind Weightless's popularity is not its great melody or talented performance. It's just used as a sleeping pill

How to survive during a pandemic

How to survive during a pandemic

The less often you leave home and meet other people during the 2019 ‑ nCoV coronavirus pandemic, the more likely you are to survive

Why teeth deteriorate with age and what to do about it

Why teeth deteriorate with age and what to do about it

If your teeth start to deteriorate after 35, remember that this is a natural process. But giving up bad habits and advances in dentistry are capable of miracles

How to recognize alcoholism, depression, and other mental disorders

How to recognize alcoholism, depression, and other mental disorders

One must not remain silent about such a problem as mental disorders. If you find these signs in yourself or your loved ones, you should seek help from a specialist

9 facts every girl should know about intimate hygiene

9 facts every girl should know about intimate hygiene

Intimate hygiene is an important part of women's health, but we often forget that the genitals are a perfectly balanced system. It is worth understanding why an excessive pursuit of cleanliness does not lead to anything good and how to properly care for genitals

Why you shouldn't spend a lot of money on vitamins

Why you shouldn't spend a lot of money on vitamins

No one has yet come up with a super tablet that will make you beautiful and healthy. Don't get fooled by these tricks. And before taking vitamin complexes, consult your doctor