Blue light makes you more alert, so it is best to stop working on a screen well before going to sleep. But blue light can also affect how much you eat. Light and your appetite 15 minutes after exposure to blue light, the feeling of hunger in the subjects of a study in this area increased. The effec

Awsome, isnt it, those crutches? Now that Marie-Anne is walking on crutches for the umpteenth time, she can hardly respond nicely to countless well-intentioned comments. She explains it in her blog. Good intentions Marie-Anne: The biggest problem is that everyone means well. People would like to k

We like to live in a clean house, but your house can also be too clean. Babies who live in a house that is too clean would be more vulnerable to allergies later on. Surprising outcome The researchers were somewhat surprised at the outcome. Rather, they expected the opposite. However, there is an ex

For many people it has been good in recent weeks:the hay fever season is intense this year. Soothe the suffering with these 6 tips. Stay indoors as much as possible in the morning Hay fever is generally the most severe in the morning. Try to stay indoors as much as possible if possible. Especially

It is probably the most given tip about shopping:do not go to the supermarket when you are hungry, because you will buy more. We have a challenge for you that fits perfectly with this tip. Challenge of the day Next time you go to the supermarket, give yourself a goal:leave the supermarket without j

Those who put off annoying tasks are also more likely to go to bed later than planned. Less sleep We sleep an hour less on average than 40 years ago. A considerable reduction, which is probably caused, among other things, by the 24-hour society, work pressure and stress. In your own hands Yet the

Did you know that by chewing longer you eat less? It can save quite a few calories per meal. Advantage of more chewing Chew each bite forty times (instead of fifteen times) to make you feel fuller. That easily saves 12 percent in calories per meal. The feeling of satiety is caused by the fact that

Its not a sexy topic, but once you have bowel problems, its really annoying. With these tips you can keep your bowel movements healthy. Did you know… Stress can hit your gut, resulting in constipation. Practical tips for healthy bowel movements – Dont put off going to the toilet. Go to the bath

Are you nauseous? Research shows that ginger works against various types of nausea. Take advantage of that. Natural remedy for nausea Ginger is effective for nausea caused by motion sickness, medication or pregnancy. During your pregnancy it is safe to eat ginger in moderation. Anti-hangover Ginge

Chemist Cristina answers readers questions about health. This week she answers the question:When I buy medicines at the drugstore, she asks if I want advice and asks a lot of questions. I dont think that is really necessary? Advertorial Cristina, licensed druggist: Over-the-counter medicines

More and more children are overweight. If your child needs to lose weight, it is important that you support him or her. We have six tips for you. 1. Talk to your child Make the subject of losing weight negotiable. Losing weight is not easy. Let them know that you are there for your child and encour

Soon Marie-Anne will have surgery again on her knee. Is your husband in need of help? The lady from the municipality asks me this question in return by telephone. My question was if I could get a little help with the housework or with the kids. I dont have to think long about the answer. My husband

Yawning is not always a sign of fatigue or boredom. Perhaps it is not a gasp for air, as is sometimes thought. But why do we yawn? New insight Recent research suggests that yawning is a way to cool the brain. The discovery We yawn most at a temperature of 20 degrees. At temperatures around the fr

Aphthous ulcers are very common:one in five adults sometimes suffers from them. They are harmless, but sometimes painful. What can you do about it? Dentist Marjolein van Dijk: Canker sores are white or yellowish blisters in your mouth. They are harmless, but can be painful. Low resistance They oft

At the editorial office, we can hardly resist good food. Thats not always our own fault, the marketers behind products are just smart. Marketing trick Boston University has discovered that we eat more when something is cute. A cute cupcake or a cheerful package with sweet pictures can make us eat m

From stiff shoulders to a stabbing pain in your lower back:with these six tips you can prevent back problems in the future as much as possible. Did you know… Back pain is a common complaint. Four out of five Dutch people sometimes suffer from it. Tip 1:Watch your posture You often sit all day,

Some people would prefer to jump on you right away, so to speak, while others you would rather stay away from. How does attraction work and can you influence it? A matter of seconds You subconsciously determine whether you find someone attractive and whether he/she is relationship material during t

Do you know bee pollen? This superfood has several health benefits. BeBio explains what it is good for and how you can incorporate them into your diet. What is bee pollen? Bee pollen is made by honeybees from pollen and nectar, creating granules. These granules serve as food for the younger bees. B

Does a daily siesta sound like something to you? An afternoon nap is not always good for your health, especially if your nap lasts longer than an hour. Afternoon naps:not so simple Behind something as simple as an afternoon nap is complete science. It was already known that an afternoon nap of less

Do you prefer to curl up with a hot water bottle on the couch for a few days every month because you suffer from menstrual pain? 40 percent of women regularly suffer from it and the impact is still underestimated. The most common symptoms of menstrual pain are cramps, nausea and pain in the body, f