Healthy living

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

A massive study by Clalit among approximately 600,000 users discovered that step competitions in applications lead to a significant decrease in the risk of diabetes, stroke, and heart disease.

The steps trend
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

 A man suffering from a headache

Science confirms: Not sleeping enough? You are destroying your brain cells


Having a positive body image may lead to a happier life - study

Whether you live in a big city surrounded by people, or out in the country in solitude, your personal body image plays more into your mental health than previously understood.

 Woman taking photo while looking in mirror (illustrative)

Israeli bodybuilder Dana Shemesh back and as good as ever

The previous Olympia Masters was held in 2012, but came back after a 11-year hiatus and was held in Romania for the first time.

 ORN AND raised in Jerusalem, 48-year-old Dana Shemesh has been Israel's top female professional bodybuilder for almost two decades.

Creating satisfying, healthy shakes: Ingredients for lasting fullness

A Dutch study finds that thick shakes with low calories, high fiber, and protein leave you feeling fuller for longer.


Craving something sweet? These 6 spices reduce the desire for sugar

These are some of the most well-known and popular spices that are known to help decrease the desire for sugar - and they also have other effects on your body.

 Spices

Exercise can improve your hair's health, help avoid balding

Some types of exercise can reduce hair loss and promote hair growth - while some physical activities can have the opposite effect and make hair loss worse.

 A man and woman exercise together.

Do fish-oil supplements really help heart health? - study

Fish oil supplements claim to help improve heart health but a new study shows those claims may not be backed up by science.

Revolutionize your sleep routine. Vitamins and health supplements.

Late-night snacking: Is it helping or harming your health?

Midnight munchies are common, and research reveals potential upsides, including improved sleep. Unveil the full story behind nighttime snacking:

 Is your midnight snack actually good for you?

These warning signs mean you could be at risk of a heart attack

A heart attack is more than just chest pain: Learn to identify the subtle clues of an impending heart attack.

Learn to identify the signs that you may be about to have a heart attack

Weekend sports enthusiast? Your heart may be healthier than most

Limited weekday time for exercise? Don't worry, you're still improving your heart health significantly.

 Exercise can significantly improve your heart health, even if you only do it on the weekend

Did you know about this disturbing side effect of intermittent fasting?

While the intermittent fasting diet can be a successful method for many, it might not be a good fit for all women, and this is why.

 Can intermittent fasting be dangerous for women?