Health & Medicine

Cold showers? Safe in the shade? 5 heat myths checked

Is 40 degrees normal in summer or not? And are you safe from sunburn in the shade? What is really true about common heat...

Silent burnout: These warning signs you should not ignore

A silent burnout is repressed by those affected for a long time and therefore often goes undetected until it is too late. Which signs...

Interview with environmental physician: “You can never get used to heat”

30 degrees in April and a heat wave every summer: Global warming has been here for a long time. This makes it all the...

Ovulation cannot be detected by sniffing

Does a woman's body odor change over the course of her cycle? © shironosov/ iStock ...

When your throat is scratchy: home remedies for tonsillitis

Home remedies for tonsillitis can help relieve swallowing difficulties and speed up healing. However, you should definitely see a doctor, especially if you have...

Sodium: How important this mineral is for the body

Sodium is involved in many vital processes in our body. But both too high and too low amounts can harm us in the long...

Aloin: How the ingredient in aloe vera works

Aloin is primarily known as a medication for constipation. You can find out exactly how the herbal substance from aloe vera works and what...

Mosquito bite itches? Super simple trick helps

For many people, the worst thing about a mosquito bite is that it itches. We explain a simple trick you can use to get...

Hemp protein: How the plant-based protein can benefit you

Hemp protein is a plant-based alternative to animal-based products. It can be produced organically in Germany and is considered to be particularly well tolerated. Hemp...

Sunscreen myths checked: Does reapplying sunscreen extend sun protection?

When the sun is really burning down from the sky, protection from the tube should actually be indispensable. Nevertheless, different claims about the effectiveness...

Showering without soap: This is what happens when you wash yourself with water only

Showering without soap sounds unimaginable? Lathering your entire body with shower gel is a daily ritual for many people. But what if the foam...

Letting tap water run briefly before drinking it: Is it necessary – or a waste?

It usually takes a while for cold, fresh water to come out of the tap in the morning. People often say you should let...

Too warm to sleep? 11 common mistakes that make you sleep poorly in hot weather

Too warm to sleep? For many of us, hot summer nights mean sleepless nights and hours of tossing and turning in bed. But if...

2 liters are not enough: This is how much water you should drink on hot days

The high summer temperatures are currently affecting many people. It is important that you drink enough. But how much water should you drink per...

Sun spray or sun cream – when does which sun protection make sense?

Sunscreen spray is practical: Spray sunscreens are easier to apply than creams from tubes or bottles and they are helpful when it comes to...

Impostor syndrome: The fear of not being good enough

Impostor syndrome is not a rare phenomenon: you try hard, prepare well, succeed - and still feel like an imposter. We'll explain how to...

Circulatory problems in hot weather: tips and home remedies that help

Many people suffer from circulatory problems in hot weather. We explain how you can prevent and alleviate dizziness and other symptoms. When exposed to extreme...

Showering without soap: This is how it affects your skin

Showering without soap sounds unimaginable? Lathering your entire body with shower gel is a daily ritual for many people. But what if the foam...

Dangerous tick bite: How can I recognize an infection with Lyme disease and TBE?

If you are bitten by an infected tick, there is a risk that you will become infected with tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) or Lyme disease...

Dermatologist debunks “old wives’ tales” about showering: Which products? Not every day?

There are many myths surrounding showers and personal hygiene. Is showering every day bad for your skin? Do alternating showers combat cellulite? Does washing...

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