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Luminous nanocrystals

This color palette consists of samples of various lanthanide nanocrystals that glow when excited with electricity. These are synthetic crystals that contain rare earth...
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Insulin: patch instead of syringe?

Until now, patients with type 1 diabetes or severe type 2 diabetes have had to inject themselves with insulin. © richcano/ iStock Many diabetics need...
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Pantoprazole and other acid blockers: How they work and how long you can take them

© Anna Shvets, pexels.com Heartburn and reflux are classic common diseases, the causes range from fatty and rich food to the stress of everyday life....
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Paper on the toilet seat? Why a hygiene professor advises against it – and what he recommends

Just don't go to the toilet with your bottom: Some people force themselves into an awkward squat in public toilets or put paper on...
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Rose tea: effects, preparation and mixtures

Rose tea not only impresses with its pleasant scent and lovely taste - it also has a positive effect on the body and mind....
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This is how you can tell whether your running shoes are still good – without an odometer

The quality of your running shoes should be good. Especially if you run regularly and long distances. This also includes replacing them when they...
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If you experience these symptoms, you should avoid sitting cross-legged

In yoga class, when playing with the child or when the coveted seats on the sofa are occupied: situations in which we sit cross-legged...
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Epstein-Barr virus can cause lupus

The Epstein-Barr virus can not only cause Pfeiffer's glandular fever, but also the autoimmune disease lupus erythematosus. © Dr_Microbe/ iStock Almost everyone becomes infected...
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Colorful clothing from the bacteria factory?

Engineered bacteria can produce both fibers and dyes. © Zhou et al., Trends in Biotechnology, CC-by-sa In the future, our clothing could come from vats...
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Does carbonated water make you fat? A factual look at the myths

Drinking enough is important - but which is better: still water or carbonated water? A common assumption: carbonated water is unhealthy because it attacks...
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Sleeping on the floor: This is what it does to your back

Sleeping on the floor is considered healthy and good for your back. You can find out here what this theory is all about and...
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Drinking water filter – useful or not?

Such table water filters are intended to improve the quality of tap water. © vladans/iStock Water is the most controlled food in Germany. However, some...
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Which genes shape the (mal)function of the placenta

Preeclampsia during pregnancy cannot yet be treated. However, early detection could make monitoring easier in the future. © Fly View Productions/iStock In rare cases, life-threatening...
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Afternoon nap: With these tips you will have more energy for the day

A nap gives your body new energy and improves your performance. Here you can find out why a nap is so healthy and how...
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Tense in the morning? What the duvet can have to do with it

Want to jump out of bed and start the day? It would be nice. Instead, there is an unpleasant pulling sensation in the back...
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Is laughter really healthy? What happens in the body

It comes from the heart - and it helps the heart: laughter has a positive effect on the entire body. In some hospitals, humor...
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Heart attack? If you notice these warning signs, you need to act immediately

A heart attack can happen to anyone – and every minute counts. Find out which symptoms you need to take seriously, why women often...
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Wisdom teeth extraction: when is it necessary?

Having our wisdom teeth pulled is a procedure that we would rather avoid. However, in this article you will find out why it is...
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Mushrooms for health – what can “vital mushrooms” do?

The Reishi mushroom is considered the most popular “vital mushroom”. © sasirin pamai/iStock When mushrooms sprout from the ground in autumn, many people head to...
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Sauna for a cold: There is no yes or no

Whether going to the sauna makes sense when you have a cold varies from case to case. We'll tell you what's important instead and...
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