Bleeding from a major blood vessel is the No. 1 preventable cause of death in trauma. Today, a tourniquet is no longer just for soldiers – it is an essential tool in every first aid kit.
Experts warn: Certain types of herbal tea may pose a health risk if consumed before surgery. These include ginseng tea, ginger tea, ginkgo tea and others.
Sprouts are a symbol of healthy eating, but despite their clean image many people report bloating, gas and digestive discomfort after eating them.
Ongoing security tension and nighttime sirens are disrupting the sleep cycles of millions of Israelis, increasing anxiety and health risks.
Dizziness, bleeding gums, sores at the side of the mouth: Each of these signs and many others may signal that the body is not getting what it needs.
Men have faster mechanisms of pain resolution, partly influenced by a difference in testosterone levels.
The sweet potato provides stable energy, is rich in fiber, vitamins and potassium – and contributes both to balancing the body and improving mood.
In days of sirens and ongoing alertness, the body enters a survival state and secretes stress hormones, but short physical activity may help balance the system and reduce tension.
Nearly one million Israelis live with chronic lung diseases such as asthma and COPD, and for them the current security reality, which has already lasted almost two weeks, may worsen their condition.
Prolonged mental stress may damage the skin’s natural protective barrier and lead to dryness, redness and sensitivity, and may even worsen conditions such as acne, eczema and rosacea.
BGU: Identifying infants’ sensitivity to the environment linked to fewer symptoms later on in childhood.
