Do you brush properly at least twice a day? Or do you sometimes not brush your teeth? After this you will think twice. After a day After about 24 hours, a thin layer of plaque starts to form on your teeth. There will be no damage within a day, but the process has been started. Read also: 5 mistake

We have listed no fewer than 20 tips for those who want to do their shopping faster, cheaper or smarter! 1. Make a shopping list Sort the products by type, in order of the shopping route. That way you lose the least time in the supermarket. 2. View the offers By viewing the offers in advance, you

Research by the Red Cross shows that the Dutch do not know how to use a mouth cap as protection against the corona virus. Heres a small guide. By using a mouth cap incorrectly, you can increase the risk of infection with, for example, the coronavirus. Research by the Red Cross shows that only 34 pe

It can sometimes be nice to rub your eyes well. Is it harmless or a bad habit? Rubbing your eyes hard is a habit that you better break. The skin around your eyes is very fragile. By rubbing you pull on your skin, as it were, and that can cause wrinkles. And if you rub very roughly, its not good f

You know that feeling:getting out of bed broken when you havent even had a party? Have muscle pain from sleeping? Start your day stiff and rigid? Of course, that can never be the intention. It is therefore important that you get a good nights sleep. And that takes more than just enough hours of slee

Is it wise to empty your fridge and freezer after a power failure or can you store the food a little longer? If the freezer has failed, products will remain frozen for approximately 24 hours. As long as products are frozen, you can store them. So check whether the products are indeed still properl

Women live longer than men, but that does not mean that this is necessarily due to better health. Women have poorer health than men in old age. This is apparent from research at the Free University in Amsterdam (VU), which looked at data from the Longitudinal Aging Study Amsterdam, an aging study b

There is a lot to do about not having breakfast. Studies are regularly conducted that should provide insight into the effects of skipping breakfast. A few days ago we saw the message on Nu.nl Skipping breakfast associated with arteriosclerosis People who eat breakfast are said to have a higher risk

What sound do you wake up to? With music or such a loud alarm tone? And which sound wakes you up better? In a small-scale Australian study, 50 people were asked what type of alarm clock woke them up and rated how refreshed or sleepy they woke up. It turns out that waking up to nice music is the mos

How many left-handers do you know in your area? Or are you one yourself? Many studies have been done on how many left-handers there really are. And finally it is clear in which country there are the most… The website leftyfretz.com has analyzed all research and data about left-handers in the world

Religion has a major influence on whether or not you want to be an organ donor. For example, it appears that non-religious Dutch people are most often willing to be organ donors. No fewer than 37 percent of non-religious Dutch people are willing to be organ donors, according to figures from the Cen

It really is the season to get a sore throat. Very annoying. Fortunately, there is a tea that works wonders Ginger has an anti-inflammatory effect and can kill bad bacteria and stimulate blood circulation. Lemon is also fighting bad bacteria. Read also: ‘Good duo:ginger and lemon‘ How do you make

As many as two thirds of women are dissatisfied with her breasts. Not only can you feel very insecure about this, it also has consequences for your physical health Breasts come in all shapes and sizes. No bosom is the same. Yet many women are not happy with the size of their bosom. This is accordi

The arrival of the pill gave women freedom, but the pill also has side effects. In the book Brain on the pill, author Sarah Hill provides insight into what we already know about the influence of the pill on the female brain and especially what we dont know yet. According to professor of evolutionar

When you think of air pollution, you probably think of exhaust fumes and other dirty skies outdoors. But did you know that there are also a number of factors that can cause air pollution indoors? Of course you dont want that in your house! Fortunately, there are a number of smart ways to prevent or

The fight against the corona virus is taking its toll on medical staff in China. Chinese nurses have shared photos of their faces that clearly show the fatigue in the fight against the coronavirus. Last week, Trouw.nl reported that six Chinese medical workers have died from the corona virus and tha

Even sleep scientists sometimes have trouble falling asleep. What do they do if they cant sleep? Dont look at the clock Raj Dasgupta:“When I wake up at night, I try very hard not to look at the clock. If you do, theres a good chance that you will only worry about the sleep deprivation. And that onl

We all know its not good for us to eat too much salt. Yet there are quite a few foods that are quite salty. For example, it may just be that these already ensure that you quickly reach your daily recommended amount, or perhaps even exceed it. To prevent this, we have listed the best alternatives fo

Suffering from an afternoon dip and could you use some sugar as a boost? Do not! These less than 200 calorie snacks will give you a boost and help you through the afternoon slump. Bananas and apples These two are high in vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants. They contain a lot of good carbohydrates

Did you know that omega-3 is the lubricating oil of your brain? Daily intake of at least 250 mg DHA omega-3 supports good brain function. With just 1 spoon of Möllers Omega-3 per day, you certainly get enough important omega-3 fatty acids. Healthy brains cannot be taken for granted As we age, th