Healthy living

Study determines: What to eat, and what to avoid – to reduce exposure to microplastics

Tiny particles originating from plastic are now found almost everywhere including food and beverages as new studies examine how our diet affects the level of exposure to them.

Microplastics
The steps trend

Are you also participating in the steps trend? Look what it does to your body

A man exercising on the seashore

Expert warns: What you do at age 40 will determine how you live at age 80

Sitting cross-legged

There is a clear factor for blood clots in the legs – and it is not sitting cross-legged


You won't get a good night's sleep in Tel Aviv, study shows

Green spaces, work schedules, and even the ability to safely walk home at night are all factors considered when determining the ability to have a great night's sleep.

An aerial shot of a Tel Aviv beach

Iran shuts down for two days because of 'unprecedented heat'

Tehran is expected to reach 39 C by mid-week.

 The southern Iranian city of Ahvaz

This lesser-known sign of cancer can appear on your sheets every morning

We may all be hot right now, but sometimes waking up in a hot sweat can be a bigger problem than you think.

 A person makes their bed.

Did you know about the surprising health benefits of cherries?

Dr. Maya Roseman delves into the sweet summer fruit and discusses the various health benefits you may not have known about.

Cherries picked from a Golan Heights orchard.

How to get rid of sweat and ice cream stains: A summer laundry guide

An expert explains how to properly wash and dry your delicate clothing needs in the summer - from ice cream stains to sweat stains.

 Laundry washing machine

Is organic food good for health? Maybe, but it upsets flying mammals

The effectiveness of organic farming on biodiversity has been widely documented especially for plants, but there is less research about the effects on wildlife such as bats.

 A colorful display of organic vegetables.

Will NYU study point the way to eventual restoration of Israel's soft drink tax?

Analysis shows the rise and fall of angry, fearful tweets with the passage and implementation of the Philadelphia beverage tax.

 Assorted sodas in glasses.

Israel, US don't restrict e-cig flavorings

Study reveals that most youngsters would stop vaping on electronic cigarettes if they lacked added sweet flavors, menthol synthetic cooling agents.

 The many colors and shapes of flavored e-cigs.

French fries: Addictive, comforting, and more dangerous than you think

In light of International French Fries Day, a dietician explains the health risks of this classic food.

 Are you getting the most out of your french fries without compromising your health?

Bananas rotting too fast? Keep them fresh with this simple trick

How should you keep your bananas fresh, and what's the best time of day to enjoy them?

 How can you keep your bananas fresh for longer? (illustrative)