Scientists are exploring ways to strengthen health. And although some sound strange and even paradoxical, their effectiveness is proven. See the next few examples.
- The slumber after a cup of coffee makes miracles
Scientists have found that the short slumber after a cup of coffee has a beneficial effect on the carousel. After "caffeinated nap", the experiment participants did a car simulation test. As a result, they make fewer mistakes than if they just slept, used coffee or had a placebo without caffeine. They also felt more rested.
To achieve this result, you should drink the coffee quickly and then lie down. Do not worry if you can not fall asleep. Even if you just relax and fall in half-sleep, that's enough. After 15-20 minutes you have to get up before going into a deeper sleep phase.
- A low-calorie diet causes more appetite.
Increased focus on calorie counting leads to negative results in weight loss attempts. When choosing a low calorie snack instead of a full meal, it only suppresses the feeling of hunger for a while. But soon we get hungry and eat more calories.
- Use plain, non-antibacterial soap
There is no evidence that antibacterial soap is more effective than conventional. However, many studies have shown that triclosan, widely used in the production of toothpastes, deodorants and liquid antibacterial soaps, is harmful to the human body.
Excessive amount can damage the body's natural bactericidal barrier, alter the bacterial composition in the intestine, and negatively affect the development of the fetus in the womb.
- Work at every opportunity
Studies by British scientists among drivers and conductors on buses show that spending the whole day behind the wheel is far more damaging than going back and forth on the bus. Lack of movement has a significant negative effect on the cardiovascular system. The blood in the immobilized person's body carries nutrients and oxygen at a slower rate.
Within the working day one should use every opportunity to stretch his muscles. For example, spend at lunch time or take light exercises. Recently, the idea of a "standing desk", which is working upright, is becoming more and more popular.
- Eat apples with bark
More fruits and vegetables do not harm anyone. But maybe it's worth paying attention to the apples. They contain quercetin, a substance that has anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory and other beneficial properties. They also protect against brain cell damage.
- Hand writing improves mental abilities
Not just the drawing, but even the most usual notes we make by hand are useful. The research results of Indiana State University show that bookkeeping develops a number of abilities such as psychomotor coordination, attention, memory, and so on. As we write, the parts of the brain that are responsible for reading are also activated. This does not happen when we take notes on a laptop.
- Do not wash your teeth earlier than an hour after eating
Many dentists are convinced that brushing our teeth immediately after eating is like trying to remove the dental plaque with sandpaper. Each food (especially citrus and other pickled fruits, tomatoes, carbonated beverages and juices) makes the tooth enamel more sensitive to external influences. By brushing our teeth immediately after eating, we allow acids to penetrate the deep layers of teeth. This in turn leads to the formation of caries. The solution is to rinse your mouth with clean water.
- Cancel the alarm
Of the 5 phases of sleep, the first, second and fifth are the most appropriate for waking. Then one feels more rested. On the other hand, every sharp noise that wakes us violently disturbs sleep and stresses the body.
During the day, one feels irritable. Vision, memory, and responses deteriorate. Over time, this can cause cardiovascular disease, stroke, neurological and mental disorders. To be able to wake up without an alarm clock, you need to get used to a certain mode. For example, going to bed at the same time.
- Do not accept others' opinions
The results of research show that people who do not worry about foreign opinion live longer. However, we all need a certain amount of support and approval. That is why we need to be surrounded by people who inspire and support us in our way of life.
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