Hygiene
Wearing the same socks for several days in a row? The unusual warning from researchers
Even if you deny it, we still know it happens, but it turns out it can be truly dangerous – and disgusting.
Israeli NGO, US non-profit collaborate to deliver 2,000 hygiene kits to Khan Yunis women, girls
A dentist explains: This is the critical mistake everyone makes in their morning brushing
Flushable biodegradable wipes for thorough cleaning, relief, and soothing of the anus
This is why your clothes always smell bad after a wash - here's how you can fix it
During the summer, bad smells become more common in your clothes, even after washing. Here's what the experts say to do.
The truth behind airplane lavatories — A flight attendant explains
A veteran flight attendant shared grim insider information about the state of airplane toilets.
This is what smoking does to your teeth, mouth and gums
Smokers expose themselves to a range of injuries and damage to teeth and mouth, from yellow teeth to tooth loss and serious illness. Dr. Lior Yaniv explains the dangers and suggests treatment methods
Many women make at least one of these mistakes when they pee
Going to the bathroom is a trivial matter for most of us, but women can actually make several mistakes which can harm their health. Here are the highlights.
Too many people pee in swimming pools - and it’s dangerous
It’s hard to say this, but many people pee in swimming pools and it's not only kids. A doctor explains why it’s so bad, especially when combined with chlorine.
Nine things you didn’t know about sweat
Differences between men and women, medical concerns and foods that make us sweat excessively: Everything you didn’t know but wanted to know about sweat is explained here.
Cooking chicken for the family? Here's one important thing you have to do
Are you preparing chicken for a holiday or Shabbat? There’s one guideline that for some reason most cooks miss and is especially critical to your health.
Here is what happened to a doctor who didn't use soap for five years
An interesting experiment conducted by a doctor in the US caused quite a bit of eyebrow raising, but resulted in important health insights.
Farts definitely smell worse in the shower, but it's not because of what you ate
Experts explain why the gas we release in the shower smells much worse than what we release during the day, and there are three reasons that are unrelated to what we ate.
You must replace your toothbrush every time you have a cold. Here's why
Here's all you need to know about the germs that can collect in your toothbrush if not properly handled