Playing Tennis Extends Life by 10 Years - Danish Scientists Report

This sport has an excellent impact on a person's physical and mental condition, and the intensive exertions in the game help reduce the risk of obesity and heart problems - the most common causes of early death. And yes, tennis turned out to be much more beneficial than football, running, and even cycling. For the best effect, doctors recommend playing for at least 3 hours a week.

Americans have created an alarm clock that wakes you up with the smell of coffee

No more annoying alarms in the morning. You just need to set the time to be woken up by a pleasant aroma. The creators say that such an awakening is much better. The device is currently in the concept stage, but they promise to launch it into production later.

Pectin removes unnecessary cholesterol!

Many fruits and vegetables contain pectin – a natural polysaccharide that helps to remove excess cholesterol from the blood vessels. The most pectin is found in beets, carrots, peppers, pumpkin, and eggplants. Also in apples, quinces, cherries, plums, pears, and citrus fruits. Try to eat the aforementioned fruits and vegetables as often as possible. Additionally, make sure to eat more greens. Especially dill, parsley, cilantro, and celery stalks.

Melon boosts performance!

Melon is almost 90% water and is rich in vitamins A, C, E, PP, B8 (inositol), B9 (folic acid), and minerals such as iron, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, and zinc. Regular consumption of melon enhances mental and physical performance. The fruit quenches thirst better than plain water, especially after very intensive workouts. And yes, this sweet flesh makes the body more resilient, allowing it to cope with high temperatures.

Self-care doesn't always look attractive

Self-care doesn't always look as attractive as it seems. Often, it means doing very unpleasant things – sweating during a workout, telling a toxic friend that you no longer want to talk to them, finding a second job to finally start saving money, or – the most challenging task of all! – accepting yourself as you truly are, instead of pushing yourself to the limit to match an ideal, and then taking a forced 'break' from that reality with a bubble bath, a glossy magazine, and a phone turned off all day.

The Benefits of a Cold or Contrast Shower

By regularly taking a cold or contrast shower, you stimulate your cognitive abilities, improve memory, and boost overall productivity.

Engineer Invents Smart Glasses for Visually Impaired

An engineer has invented smart glasses for the visually impaired. The glasses are equipped with a camera that analyzes the surroundings and informs the user about nearby objects so they can avoid them. Everything works on an AI basis that quickly detects obstacles. The engineer developed this budget-friendly version because many people cannot afford expensive gadgets.

Depression and Chronic Pain Conquered

Depression and chronic pain are a thing of the past – scientists have learned to eliminate them without long courses of pills. They have invented the 'Diadem' – a band that treats the brain with targeted ultrasound. Out of 20 test subjects with chronic headaches, 14 people felt significant improvement, and in another trial, 10 out of 14 patients with depression reported remission after just one session with the diadem. Developers are already recruiting volunteers for the third phase of trials – after its success, the device will be immediately deployed in hospitals.

Yoga and Psychosomatics

This is what is called psychosomatics – when the body responds to our mental behavior and state. The body always changes under the influence of the psyche. This is an inevitable fact, recognized by both modern medicine and traditional Eastern medicine, particularly Indian Ayurveda. The point is not to understand what electrical wiring is and what kind of electricity flows through it when the lamp is on. The point is to turn it on.

Australian Retimer 3 Smart Glasses to Combat Insomnia

Australians have released the Retimer 3 smart glasses, which help combat insomnia. A blue-green light affects the eyes, improving sleep quality by suppressing melatonin production and adjusting your body's clock. The price is $150.

Viruses and colds make us interact with people

Viruses and colds force us to interact with people. They literally take over our brain to make us approach as many people as possible. The goal is to infect everyone around. The trick is that social activity increases 48 hours before we start feeling ill. So if you suddenly feel extroverted, start treating yourself.

Startup Offers Cryopreservation for Future Revival

The startup Tomorrow Bio offers to freeze your body in liquid nitrogen in the hope that future technologies will be able to revive you. Immediately after death, the body's fluids will be replaced with 'medical-grade antifreeze' and frozen in a container of liquid nitrogen. The contract must be signed while you are still alive, and you will need to pay $220,000.

Doctors warn

The current generation may not live to 60 years old due to excessive scrolling. This is the view of doctors. Each extra hour with the phone increases the chances of heart disease by 55% and stroke by 58%. Experts claim screen time should be limited to no more than 2 hours outside of work.

Tomatoes Banned for Breakfast

Tomatoes are banned for breakfast as they contain oxalic acid. Nutritionists warn that tomatoes provoke already increased acidity, irritate the stomach lining and duodenum. For those who suffer from stomach ulcers or gastritis, nutritionists advise completely eliminating tomatoes from their diet.

Scientists warn against health tips from the planet's oldest people

Scientists strongly recommend against following health advice from the planet's oldest people. They are still trying to understand how some people manage to live over 100 years. These individuals often boast about smoking a lot or eating only burgers. Many perceive this as advice for longevity, prompting scientists to raise the alarm.

Glasses Against Depression Developed in Austria

Glasses against depression are being developed in Austria. The headset from the Vienna startup Syntropic Medical affects the head with directed light impulses. The developers assure that this method will be more effective than antidepressants.

Americans have created a regenerative gel

Traumagel stops heavy bleeding in just a few seconds and does not require pressure on the wound, unlike tourniquets and bandages. The miracle ointment will appear in American pharmacies later this year.

Mashed Potatoes Extend Life

Mashed potatoes extend life - Norwegian scientists have proven it. They observed 77,000 adults for a long time and concluded: regular consumption of boiled potatoes reduces the risk of death from all possible causes. Every 100 grams of potatoes per day reduces the risk of death by 4%.

The Most Famous Superfood: Avocado

The most famous superfood is the avocado. It is very rich in vitamins and microelements, but it is important to remember that this harmless fruit is high in calories and can hinder weight loss. This fruit should ideally be eaten with various foods, especially tomatoes. With them, the avocado burns empty calories. Powerful antioxidants and carotenoids are found in the green fruit, while beta-carotene is found in the red fruit. Therefore, these two ingredients help in the fight against harmful radicals and are highly effective antioxidants.

Beer Can Be Consumed Without Health Risks: One Glass per Week

Beer can be consumed without harm to health: one glass of 0.3 liters a couple of times a week. This information was shared by doctors. It is better to choose quality beer without sweeteners and preservatives. It should contain nothing but water, hops, and malt. It is also recommended to drink only when in a good mood and in pleasant company. The main problem of weight gain from frequent beer consumption is that people use chips, crackers, nuts, fatty sausages, and other high-calorie foods as snacks. It is best to choose shrimp, crayfish, natural homemade crackers, lean dried or cured meat. And it is best to avoid snacks altogether and enjoy the taste of beer. In the latter case, statistics show that the amount of beverage consumed will be less.