There are over 190 countries spread across the globe, and each of them has its own unique cultural code. Although stereotypes may familiarize us with certain cultural aspects, there are many facts that can only be truly grasped through firsthand experience in a new country. We prepared a compilation of intriguing facts from various countries around the world, bringing the knowledge to your fingertips.
Our bodies are amazing machines that we rely on every day. However, sometimes we unknowingly do things that negatively affect our health and well-being. Let’s discuss some normalized habits that aren’t healthy for us and how to avoid them.
Each cell in the human body has its own physiology and DNA. Researchers can’t quantify the ratio of human cells to microbiota in our bodies. In 2016, scientists mapped the most abundant bacteria in humans and found that we have approximately the same percentage of human and microbial cells, notably in our digestive systems. These microorganisms defend us from germs, help digestion, and create vitamins.That’s why we at Bright Side would like to shed some light on 6 phenomena for which we have yet to find a scientific explanation.
Once we learn how to do basic things, it seems nothing can shatter our confidence in how we do them. Yet, when we discover that we sleep, drink water, or even breathe incorrectly, we start to question our abilities a little bit. At least we can fix everything right away after reading the article.
Drinking coffee on an empty stomach may increase the level of acid in the stomach and lead to bloating. Such researches are not new to us, but there are more habits that can ruin our digestive system and we’re even unaware of them.
It is believed that people with celiac disease should not consume gluten, as it is risky for their health. But, surprisingly, people who don’t have this condition may also benefit from ditching or restricting gluten from their daily meals. Today’s article is fruit for our curiosity on what might happen to our body and mind if we suddenly go on a gluten-free diet.
We love our pets to the moon and back but still, oftentimes, we don’t consider the basics of how to take care of them. We indeed want to make everything for the better but instead, we end up creating new issues for our little fluffy friends. As a result, the pet’s health might get worse and their behavior might become unbearable.
Fruits are one of the best ingredients to consume. In addition to being delicious and sweet, they are also packed with a wide range of nutrients that are essential to our health overall. Since the fruit works as a protective layer to the seed, consuming the seed has some benefits for our health as well.
Sometimes it’s difficult to recognize the threat ordinary household items hold over babies and little kids — even the ones found in their very bedrooms. After all, all adults love to lie down on pillows, use air fresheners when necessary, and cover themselves with blankets at night. Meanwhile, even these familiar items can hurt babies and toddlers.
Cleopatra believed pickles helped her stay healthy and contributed to her legendary beauty. Julius Caesar and other Roman emperors gave pickles to their troops to eat so they would be stronger. And as it turns out, pickle juice is a truly magical drink that can do wonders for your body.
Throughout history, people have chewed everything: from resin and paraffin wax to Orbit. For example, 5,000 years ago people used to chew pieces of birch bark tar. Tar has antiseptic properties and other medicinal effects, the same as modern chewing gum. Obviously, there’s more to this habit than fresh breath or an offbeat distraction. A lot more, it turns out.
Helping with breathing problems, anxiety, and giving you more energy — these are just some of the benefits of keeping plants at home. Seriously, just having a plant in your room can bring you way more than you bargained for. The smell of some plants can improve your memory, others can reduce bacteria and chemicals in the air around them, and some will boost your brain activity and overall health.
Weight control, improved cholesterol and gut health, benefits to your cognitive functioning, and way more for our well-being — these tiny little nuts hide some huge potential inside them. Not only are pistachios delicious, but they also contain a lot of useful elements that our bodies strive for. Whether added to your dishes or just eaten as a snack, they deserve to be included in everyone’s meal plan.
Burning, dull, sharp pain or cramping in different areas of your belly can tell a lot about how your body currently feels. Since the belly contains a lot of important organs and nerve endings, there are many factors that can cause pain in different places. An unhealthy diet, too much food, and some medication can cause ulcers, gallstones, or even heartburn. That’s why it’s important to locate the pain and take the necessary measures immediately.
Now that medicine is developing so quickly, medications come in all possible forms and dosages. Whenever we face a health problem, we try to figure out what capsules, tablets, or drops we should take to ease the symptoms. Spinach, turmeric, garlic, and bananas — these products are associated with cooking. However, in many cases, their unique properties make them work just as good as conventional medications.
No matter whether you have brown or blue eyes, you’ve probably been wondering how you’d look with green eyes, for example. But very few of us know that there are a number of factors including food and emotions that can change the color of our irises. We will tell you the most interesting facts and show examples how eye color can change appearance using celebrity examples.
The basics of a healthy lifestyle seem to get stuck in our memory and become accepted truths. When your bathroom scale shows a higher number than you’re used to, all of these truths pop up in your mind. You believe that they could help you get back in shape: jogging in the morning, having meals at the same time, avoiding sweets, drinking a lot of water. But do all of these rules really work?
If you think that lemons are only good for lemon pies and refreshing drinks, then this article will make you think again. Delicious citrus can be far more useful than you could imagine. Bright yellow fruits have a lot of health and beauty benefits, ranging from cancer defense to acne scar treatment. What’s not to like about lemons — they’re available, cheap and good for your health.
Every day, Beethoven made himself a coffee out of 60 coffee beans, while Voltaire drank up to 50 cups a day and lived until the age of 83. So perhaps a coffee addiction isn’t too bad after all? Bright Side discovered 7 reasons why you might want to get yourself a cup of coffee right now. As a bonus, you’ll find a recipe for a fresh summer coffee cocktail.
With cooler weather approaching, most of us will be spending more time indoors. Enjoying the coziness of your home when it’s cold and gray outside is one of life’s little pleasures, yet at the same time your place can often feel so full of stuff that you can’t completely relax. We at Bright Side have written before about how to declutter your home, but we felt it was worth exploring further to find out just how much of a positive effect this can have on your life. Here are ten reasons why decluttering can serve as excellent therapy for both your mind and body.
