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It doesn't take long when you're sitting with colleagues or friends and everyone unpacks their lunch, which often includes things like bread, lard, salami, a liter of cola and a donut for dessert. That seemingly small snack can easily contain over a thousand kcal. Meanwhile, you sit there eating a light meal and pulling out your Coke Zero. Suddenly, the disdainful looks and comments come from some about how bad and toxic that sweetener in zero-calorie drinks is... Read More

As a contact lens wearer for over 8 years, I thought I had everything under control when it came to cleaning and caring for my monthly lenses. I wore soft lenses with about 3 diopters in both eyes and often neglected the recommended wear time of one month, as the lenses seemed to be in good condition. But this seemingly minor carelessness turned out to be a serious mistake that could have permanently damaged my eyes... Read More

If you train intensively for a certain period and then pause for some reason, you will gradually lose the muscle you have built up. Many people then have trouble starting training again because they know how hard the journey to a dream body was. But there is good news: When you start training again, you can quickly regain all muscles and strength through the muscle memory effect... Read More

You either love it or hate it. I'm talking about cardio training. However, it's essential for cardiovascular health, especially when combined with strength training. In my new article, I focus on this topic, specifically highlighting moderate cardio sessions that are optimal for health and pair well with strength training... Read More

Discrimination and racism are still very present everywhere, sometimes subtle, sometimes more obvious. That's why I want to take a clear stand against them and share a few honest thoughts on this important topic... Read More

Is science the most important source of knowledge we should rely on? Yes! At least, that's what proponents of scientism believe. Let's take a quick look at what this means... Read More

Crossbows have been the weapon of choice for hunters and warriors for centuries. I also own a crossbow and whenever I buy or become interested in items like these, one thing stands out for me: The origin and history of such objects. I want to share this information with you, so today I'll give you a brief insight into the history of crossbows... Read More

Digitalization, as we know it today, has become an inseparable part of our daily lives. Many people like to say that everything was better in the past, but when it comes to digitalization, I'd say things are only getting better. I'm definitely glad to have grown up as a digital native and to have witnessed its development, especially when it comes to the internet, right from the start. Let's rewind back to the beginning... Read More

Hey everyone, it's time for another personal update from me. I occasionally keep you updated on my goals, and a lot has happened recently in my life (or rather, in our lives)... Read More

Off to vacation! But which is safer: Flying or driving? Let's take a look at the micromort values and the answer becomes clear. When driving, you risk one micromort per 370 kilometers, while flying only incurs one micromort per 12000 kilometers. This clearly shows that flying is significantly safer. But what exactly are micromorts? Let's take a look... Read More

Capital punishment, more commonly known as the death penalty, is still accepted in some countries and is considered “just” for crimes such as murder and terrorism. But how effective is it as a deterrent to crime and how ethically justifiable is this form of punishment? Let's take a closer look... Read More

Abs are made in the Kitchen. You've probably heard this phrase before. Today, we're going to briefly examine why your abs might remain hidden despite countless crunches and other abdominal exercises... Read More

Today, let's briefly explore why women should have the right to make this decision for themselves and no one else. As strange as it may seem in today's world, this freedom still doesn't exist everywhere... Read More

A meta-analysis that considered 63 studies reveals an interesting relationship between intelligence and religiosity. In simple terms, smarter people tend to be less religious. This trend is particularly strong among college students and the general population. It also appears that intelligence is more associated with what people believe rather than how they practice their faith... Read More

In Austria, it is arranged such that adult men, provided they are classified as medically fit, have the choice between a six-month military service or a nine-month service in the healthcare sector. Since medicine and health topics have always fascinated me, and I wanted to learn something meaningful during these months, I chose healthcare service in emergency medical service. In this blog post, I want to share with you how the emergency medical service operates in Austria, or at least how it was for me... Read More