Crystals.

Recently, a variety of quartz rollers, jade combs and other stone products borrowed from ancient Chinese medicine have entered the modern beauty industry. Stones can not only massage the face, but also lay them out in a certain order. points or chakras. It is most effective to spread the stones on a fabric mask. There are whole sets of such stones with instructions on how to properly lay out the stones depending on the desired result: detox or radiance. Lie down, put pebbles on your face and rest for 15 minutes until your chakras are cleansed, and your internal energy begins to circulate more actively. As a result, you'll have an honest excuse for a little rest and beautiful, glowing skin.

Essential oils instead of perfume: patchouli and ylang-ylang.

I mix a few drops on my wrist and get some incredible subtle, sensual and delicate fragrance that lasts until the evening. But at the same time it does not interfere at all and does not irritate. And even, on the contrary, the other day I was stopped several times on the street and asked what kind of perfume I had? Well, to everything else, essential oils also have many health bonuses. For example, the aroma of ylang-ylang removes anxiety and depressive states, but patchouli is generally a natural aphrodisiac.

What are considered harmful products?

White rice and soy sauce are on the list of unhealthy foods, they are almost next to each other and are often combined together. You should not expect any health bonuses from these products. Approximately at the same level - ice cream. Macaroni and cheeseburgers are also nearby and recognized as unhealthy. Desserts, sugary drinks and various snacks became completely unsuitable for nutritional value, meat pizza, puddings, instant noodles and soups, processed meats and convenience foods were in the "red zone".

Interesting findings.

Interestingly, raw fruits outperformed vegetables with a score of 100. Legumes, seeds, and nuts were also rated above 70 - according to American scientists, this is the most useful food. Among protein products, seafood is in the lead (an average of 67 points), poultry is acceptable for food (43 points), but Americans attributed beef to junk food - an average of 24.9 points. Although it is important to consider the origin of the meat, the nutrition of the livestock and the presence of chemicals in the meat.

What foods are the most nutritious?

The most useful products are considered to be products that scored from 70 points. Products from 31 to 69 points are suitable for nutrition, and everything below 31 is better to be removed from the diet, as they are of no value and do more harm to health than good. It is interesting (and a little strange for me) that the most nutritious foods that are rich in trace elements necessary for a person were recognized: Raspberries Light mayonnaise Vegetable curry Tuna salad Salted almonds Coffee and cappuccino

Products are ranked in the food compass according to 9 main factors:Product utility factors.

Vitamins Minerals Nutrient Ratio Food ingredients Additives Degree of processing Presence of fiber/protein Lipids Photochemicals

What is a food compass according to American scientists?

As a rule, the characteristics of the product on the label are not enough to determine the extent of its effect on the body and health benefits. American scientists at Tufts University analyzed more than 8,000 foods, drinks and ready meals and made a kind of rating of their usefulness. The researchers tested the products for 54 characteristics and effects on the development of diseases: diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity. This information will help you write more detailed descriptions for labels, determine the nutritional value of a product, and make more informed food choices.

American scientists have created a wireless pacemaker that dissolves in the body after the expiration of its service life.

The device is 0.25 millimeters thick and weighs less than half a gram. It works without a battery. Power is supplied from an external antenna via near field coupling. Sensors on the skin monitor body temperature, oxygen levels, respiration, muscle tone, physical activity, and the electrical activity of the heart. Based on these data, the stimulation mode is calculated. Information can be sent to the application and forwarded to the attending physician.

Scientists have proven the benefits of living with a dog

It turned out that if a child aged 5-15 lives in a family with a dog, then he is more likely to have good intestinal permeability, a healthy microbial balance and a strong immune response, which helps protect against Crohn's disease. In families with cats, no such association was found.

Scientists have grown cartilage tissue in the shoulder joint of the robot.

It imitated the natural movements of a person, and this allowed the cells to grow and develop rapidly. Artificial cartilage can be used in medicine to model joints and tendons. During growth, it must be constantly stretched and bent. Previously, automatic devices that stretched the tissue were made right in the bioreactor, but in the end, real cartilage was still not obtained - strong and elastic. Scientists approached the problem in a different way. Instead of conventional devices, they used a robotic arm. The growing cartilage tissue was placed in an artificial shoulder for two weeks. The robot imitated human movements for half an hour a day. Under such conditions, the cells began to grow faster.

The new heart-safe dose of alcohol is 70 grams per week

Observations showed that moderate or high alcohol consumption increased the risk of heart failure by 4.5 times. No protective association was found in the low alcohol consumption group.

The world's first blood test for the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease has appeared.

The test is based on the P450 enzyme reaction. Its expression changes when any health problems develop. This affects the number and properties of certain metabolites. Scientists have found out what changes are characteristic of Parkinson's disease, and they reveal them. The accuracy of the test is 85-88%. Rapid diagnosis may allow the development of new treatments.

Turmeric strengthens memory and improves mood.

These conclusions were made by scientists from the Center for Longevity at the University of California. They conducted a study involving 40 people aged 51-84 years. All volunteers had slight memory problems. Study participants took 90 milligrams of curcumin twice a day for 18 months. After therapy, they performed 28% better on various types of cognitive tests. This may be due to the fact that thanks to curcumin, fewer plaques and tangles appear in the brain regions responsible for mood and memory - they are found in Alzheimer's disease.

How to choose oil according to skin type? Sensitive skin.

It is fragile, prone to inflammation, irritation, peeling and allergic reactions. At the same time, sensitive skin will not necessarily be dry, it can be oily and combination. Suitable: • Apricot kernel oil Each oil is a priceless gift of nature. Oils can be combined with each other, forming interesting compositions that work for different tasks. Oils can be added to masks, scrubs and nourish hair

How to choose oil according to skin type? Mature skin.

Intense hydration is needed, and at the same time nutrition to restore elasticity and produce collagen. Oils for mature skin contain phytosterols and antioxidants. Phytosterols stop the destruction of dermal fibers and restore the membrane of epithelial cells, thereby strengthening and rejuvenating the skin Suitable: • Oil Organs • Jojoba oil

How to choose oil according to skin type? Dry skin.

Needs long-term and deep moisturizing. Apply oils after cleansing. This will fix and improve the effect of applying the oil. Suitable: • Macadamia oil • Avocado oil

How to choose oil according to skin type? Oily skin:

It is important to choose oils that are quickly and easily absorbed without leaving the skin shiny and greasy. An oil that tightens and narrows pores will be useful so that it restores the acid balance and regulates the production of sebum. Suitable: • Grape seed oil • Jojoba oil

Criticism of Meditation.

Now there is quite a lot of criticism towards meditation, but we are talking more about newfangled trends that have nothing to do with it. In defense, I’ll say that such a scientific discipline as psychology took a lot of techniques for working with a person’s psychostate from meditative practices. Everything related to visualization, working with the imagination, is a technique familiar to us. These tools are taught to specialists, they are actively used and bring obvious benefits.

How to help yourself with numbness of hands and feet?

It is imperative to perform gymnastics of the fingers and hands, stimulating blood flow. Raising your hands up, squeeze and unclench your fingers 80 times. Repeat the same exercise with arms extended along the body. Any physical activity (of course, in moderation) will improve blood circulation, and therefore alleviate the painful condition.

Did you know that a product is classified as "lactose-free" if it contains no more than 0.1 g of milk sugar per 1 liter?

Yes, if you previously thought that you need to limit yourself and set strict limits for dieting, then we are ready to dispel this myth! We share with you 5 products that are practically lactose-free: Parmesan and Gouda. These cheeses contain only traces of lactose, which are considered completely harmless. Bitter chocolate. Sweetness contains from 0 to 0.5 g of lactose. Camembert. This cheese contains from 0 to 1 g of lactose. Ricotta. Contains less than 0.3 g of lactose per 100 g of product. Butter. The product contains from 0.1 to 1 g of lactose per 100 g of product. Among the products recommended for use in lactase deficiency, yogurt can also be attributed. It contains live starter cultures that help digest lactose. Therefore, yogurt will not cause intolerance symptoms.