An American woman was implanted with a 3D-printed auricle printed on a bioprinter.

Doctors implanted a 20-year-old girl with Microtia with an auricle printed on a 3D bioprinter from the patient's ear cartilage cells. The surgery was performed as part of a clinical trial of the AuriNovo implant.

A new smart pillow has appeared - it monitors the quality of sleep and is charged from head movements.

A smart pillow, or rather a set of fitness trackers, is suitable for normal sleep, preventing falls from the bed and monitoring people with neck diseases. During the experiments, the pillow calculated the pressure distribution of the head of a restless sleeping person. Also, the system was able to track the movement of the finger with which the letters were drawn - that is, it is very sensitive.

Why is potato milk useful when there are so many plant-based alternatives that we already love?

Of course, potatoes contain a lot of starch, but you should not be afraid of it. The fact is that the production of vegan milk requires a small amount of vegetable “raw materials”, which is needed much less than water. Therefore, some brands add sweeteners and other ingredients to milk to improve the taste and texture. Dug adds vegetable protein derived from peas to potato milk to fortify the drink with vitamin D, folic acid and riboflavin. The composition of the drink also includes sunflower lecithin and chicory fiber. In addition to the classic version, the brand also introduced sugar-free milk and milk for making coffee.

A new topic in superfoods is potato milk.

We are already used to drinking cappuccino on coconut or almond, we even tried cashew and cedar milk. But it turns out that potatoes, which in themselves are not the most useful product, can give milk to the world! And the Swedes did it. Swedish brand Dug decided to "use the power of potatoes" and create the world's first potato milk. It can already be purchased in some online stores and supermarkets in Europe. According to the Dug website, the brand will soon go to conquer America.

Did you know that belly fat is deposited due to lack of sleep.

Even if you work out at the gym 5 times a week, you can still have belly fat. The reason for this is the lack of proper healthy sleep. If a woman does not get enough sleep, then the body experiences a lack of energy, as a result of which it “lays off” the so-called emergency supply of energy in the abdomen. So remember a simple rule: if you want a flat and toned stomach, sleep 8-9 hours a day.

Dandelion jam.

This jam is certainly not as popular as others, but it is definitely worth a try. After all, it helps the work of our liver, restoring its cells, it can purify the blood. To prepare this jam, we will use: 400 dandelion inflorescences, 2 sliced ​​lemons, 1 kg of sugar. We soak the inflorescences with water, leave for 24 hours. Then squeeze the flowers, pour 1/2 liter of water and set to boil. Approximately 15-20 minutes. Then add sugar and lemon. Cook for about 7 more minutes. When the color of honey appears near the jam, remove from the stove. Cool the jam, then strain and cook again for 2 minutes. After cooling, the jam will look like honey.

What can a manganese deficiency in the body lead to?

To begin with, this element has beneficial antioxidant properties and, in addition, it is very necessary for proper bone formation. Lack of manganese can lead to a decrease in immunity, weakness of the body and rapid fatigue (fatigue), and can even provoke vomiting with dizziness. And if you have an acute shortage of manganese, then it can cause paralysis, as well as deafness and blindness. How to recognize a manganese deficiency in the body: you will have severe hair loss and broken nails. If these symptoms appear, you should consult a doctor.

Why can't you eat sausage?

Sausages, sausages and other meat products from processed meat are classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer as products with carcinogenic activity. For example, the pink color of sausage is due to sodium nitrite or potassium nitrite. You can’t do without them, because they prevent the development of botulism pathogens in the product. When ingested, these substances can be converted into carcinogenic nitrosamines. Smoked sausages are real cholesterol bombs, and according to the World Health Organization, high blood cholesterol is the cause of 50% of all heart attacks and 20% of heart attacks.

Rice flour is a great option for a mask!

Rice contains starch in its composition, which promotes tightening and rejuvenation. You will need: Rice flour, castor oil, oil solutions of vitamins A and E. Mix rice flour with warm water to the consistency of sour cream. Add a teaspoon. castor oil and 5 capsules of Aevit. Apply to a pre-cleansed face, avoiding the eye and lip area. Keep the face mask for no more than 15 minutes. The combination of castor oil with rice gives hydration and cell saturation. The mask gives intensive restoration, smoothing wrinkles and irregularities, easy color alignment.

What is useful milk with different spices!

Milk with spices is the perfect combination for those who care not only about their physical, but also about their mental state. Such a healing drink will help activate the vitality of the body. Milk with kardamon stimulates the brain and relieves depression and fatigue. If you prepare it with Saffron - such a drink stabilizes the work of the nervous system, respiratory tract and blood vessels, and regular drinking of "Saffron Milk" relieves puffiness under the eyes and prolongs youth. By adding a little cinnamon to milk, you will get a light stimulating drink that has a beneficial effect on potency. Turmeric in combination with milk is good for the liver and fights wrinkles. But Ginger "cleanses" the body and improves immunity. Nutmeg also adds special benefits to milk: it relieves headaches, tones up and improves memory. At the same time, a small pinch of Nutmeg in your milk can relieve insomnia and feelings of fatigue.

Let's have a healthy breakfast!

A healthy breakfast is a very complex and controversial topic for many. We all seem to understand its importance, but in the rhythm of modern life we ​​pay unacceptably little attention to this meal. In the morning, it is very useful to eat oatmeal with vegetable salad (fill with 1 teaspoon of olive or linseed oil) or berries. This is a classic and the most optimal breakfast. In the absence of appetite, you can have breakfast with non-acidic fruits. The composition of the morning meal should include proteins and carbohydrates, you should make a menu so that you do not feel hungry a few hours after eating. An important point is the intake of water. When you wake up, you need to drink at least 200 g of warm water to renew the body's water reserves. An apple as a breakfast is not suitable because it does not saturate and increases acidity. It is better to combine fruits with porridge and other products.

What to do if your head hurts?

We are used to taking the pill right away. But you can do without it. Anything can be the cause of a headache: from accumulated negative emotions to poor blood supply to the vessels of the head. In the second case, the neurologist suggests doing without drugs and solving the problem with ear massage. “You can massage your ears with your palm. Close the auricle completely with it, press lightly and slowly make movements. This will create increased pressure, which is very useful for relieving headaches, improving cerebral circulation and getting rid of tinnitus. The main thing is that there should be no pain during this massage. Another method recommended by a neurologist is camphor oil. It is dripped into the auricle 2-3 drops and the ear is covered with cotton - this method also activates cerebral circulation.

Breathing technique to increase energy.

This is a powerful exercise that helps reduce cortisol (the stress hormone) that destroys our youth and health so often. Method: ▫️ Sit in a comfortable position keeping your back straight. ▫️ With the thumb of your right hand, clasp your right nostril and take a deep breath through your left nostril. ▫️ At the peak of the inhalation, close the left nostril with your ring finger and exhale through the right nostril. ▫️Try to fill and empty your lungs to the limit. Perform this exercise for five times, then switch nostrils. That is, inhale through the right nostril and exhale through the left one. After that, make five inhalations and exhalations through both nostrils. Don't rush or strain, just relax and breathe.

Grapefruits are 92% water.

This makes them one of the most hydrated fruits on the planet. If we remember that a person receives up to 20% of the daily need for water from food, then the inclusion of just one grapefruit in your diet can significantly reduce body dehydration.

How to love linseed oil?

Special taste, demanding on storage, but so useful! Why do nutritionists and nutritionists recommend it to those who want to lose weight? How does it work on our beauty and youth? And why, despite the difficult nature, is it really worth falling in love with flaxseed oil? Let's figure it out. Flaxseed oil is a source of an ideal combination of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, thanks to which it helps in effective lipid metabolism in the body, improves metabolism, which means it accelerates weight loss; In terms of omega-3 content, it is comparable to fatty fish (for best results, you can regularly consume both); Contributes to the normalization of hormonal levels; It enhances the anti-age (rejuvenating) effect, insofar as it removes toxins (thanks to alpha-linolenic acid), nourishes the skin and hair, and supports the cardiovascular system; Strengthens the immune system, has an anti-inflammatory effect.

Fats for us are not only energy!

It's plastic too! Thanks to fats, the cells of our body are restored, and high-quality fats in your diet should not be cut too much. After all, for the construction of new cells, not only amino acids are needed, but also fats. Since fats are part of the shells of cell membranes - the brain, liver, muscle cells, that is why we need them so much. After all, cell regeneration is ongoing! Of course, an overweight person has fats "in reserve" in the form of deposits on the body. But at the same time, we must remember that fats are different and that they consist of a different set of fatty acids. Therefore, the fat accumulated in our body cannot provide all the needs of our body. Remember! With a pronounced deficiency of fats (35 g per day or less), a person may experience health problems. Therefore, it is very important to maintain a balance in the ratio of proteins, fats and carbohydrates when losing weight.

Did you know that yoga not only helps us feel better, but also gets rid of cellulite?!

Even though yoga is not the main way to get rid of the “orange peel”, regular practice can really tighten the body. So what asanas can help? Adho Mukha Svanasana ("Downward Facing Dog") This is one of the most effective poses in yoga, which, in addition to a good stretch of the spine, allows you to work out the back of the thigh and gluteal muscles - those places where you can most often encounter cellulite. The correct performance of this asana is easy to control: while in this position, try to stretch the yoga mat with your hands and at the same time lower your heels on it, while trying to pull the coccyx up to the ceiling.

What should be leggings for sports during menstruation?

Comfortable and waterproof, just the way adidas designed them for active women. Before creating leggings, adidas conducted research, during which it turned out that at least 65% of residents of different countries of the world refuse to do fitness classes if they are on their period. Emotional and social factors significantly reduce the effectiveness of training for those girls who still continue to attend them. That's why adidas introduced the TechFit Period Proof, a legging made with Flow Shield technology. They consist of three absorbent layers and a sealed membrane that prevents leakage. Leggings should be worn with a pad, menstrual cup, or tampon.

Coffee drinkers are less likely to die in the next seven years.

Adults who drink 2.5-4.5 cups of coffee daily are less likely to die in the next seven years than those who don't. Coffee drinkers have a 29% lower risk of death. It doesn't matter if they add sugar. This is evidenced by a study by the Southern Medical University in Guangzhou. The results are based on the analysis of data from 171 thousand people from the British Biobank database. Chinese scientists have been tracking the fate of volunteers for seven years since 2009.

The myth that without exercise you can quickly lose shape.

Any cold, even in a mild form, activates cortisol, which means it suppresses anabolism - stops the growth of muscle tissue. In the process of training, catabolism (muscle breakdown) is triggered, and recovery after training in this state will not occur. You will work on the muscles in the minus. What to do ? ◽️ do not exercise until all symptoms of a cold are completely gone ◽️ if you have suffered a severe illness (temperature above 37.5, prolonged cough and runny nose) - give the body 3-4 additional days to recover ◽️ Vitamin C 1000-2000 mg per day, from the first day of symptoms ◽️Zinc 10 mg per day ◽️ Phytoncides (raw onions, garlic for food) ◽️Keeping the usual calorie intake, divide it into 4-5 meals at intervals of 3-4 hours. Focus on long carbs ◽️Plentiful warm drink