Health

This is one of the cheapest supplements that works wonders for the gut

Psyllium, a simple, accessible and inexpensive dietary fiber, has been receiving renewed attention in recent years due to its effects on the digestive system, the heart and overall health.

Psyllium also acts as a prebiotic, meaning a substance that nourishes the good bacteria in the gut
Shaare Zedek’s Director-General Prof. Ofer Merin (L) and President Prof. Jonathan Halevy, previous director-general for 31 years, who solicited Koum’s donation.

WhatsApp founder Jan Koum makes largest-ever donation to Jerusalem's Shaare Zedek hospital

A woman holding her stomach

"More comprehensive and accurate" From PCOS to PMOS, why the rebrand matters

A jellyfish at Ashkelon beach

No panic: How to properly treat a jellyfish sting


The foods that stimulate the brain and release dopamine

Scientists once thought flavanols helped the brain via absorption, but a new study suggests their astringent taste may directly activate the brain like exercise.

Cocoa powder

About 50% of dementia cases are preventable: This is the main influencing factor

Scientists analyzed dozens of studies in which millions of people participated and discovered how many hours of sleep per night reduce the risk of dementia.

The bad news: Sleeping longer than eight hours increases the risk of dementia

Cooking ruins them: 5 health foods that are really better eaten fresh

Dietitians explain why some foods lose important nutritional values during cooking and how eating them in their natural state can contribute to health and save time in the kitchen.

Some foods lose important nutritional values during cooking

This is the healthiest ingredient in your watermelon – and you won't believe what it does

Influencers on social media never stop inventing new “superfoods” and the current trend this time is cheese made from watermelon seeds.

Watermelon seeds are rich in minerals

"Anxiety can actually help": The psychologist who explains how to win the Eurovision

Just before going on stage in front of hundreds of millions of viewers, a clinical psychologist explains why pressure is not always the enemy, and how endless rehearsals help deal with fear.

Noam Bettan

Expert explains: Is it better to get sick and develop natural immunity or to get vaccinated?

A decline in vaccination uptake alongside the return of dangerous diseases highlights the need for a deeper understanding of the scientific data and the real risks facing children and parents.

For many parents, the issue of vaccinations has become one of the most complex decisions

The flu is gone, but the danger is not: The viruses hitting Israel now

Israel is dealing with extreme weather, alongside a rise in viral morbidity during the spring and summer: Influenza viruses have disappeared, but other viruses are attacking kids and adults.

The viruses hitting Israel now

White cabbage or red cabbage - which is healthier for the body?

Both white cabbage and red cabbage are healthy for the body and an excellent addition to any meal. It is recommended to combine both of them in a smart way.

White and red cabbages

Protein or fat? Dr. Maya Rosman reveals the values of the most Israeli snack

The whole truth and all the myths about one of the healthiest snacks there is. And also – How many almonds should you eat every day?

Almonds. Just a few a day are enough

What do you do with the hairs that grow on women’s chins?

Many women over the age of 40 report the appearance of stubborn hairs in the chin area. Why does this happen and how can it be gotten rid of? An expert explains.

This is a real biological phenomenon that affects millions of women during menopause