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We explain the most frequently asked health related questions from our members and give precious advice when you live abroad.

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A group of friends standing on a cozy outdoor terrace at sunset, raising beer bottles together in a cheerful toast. The table in front of them is filled with snacks like olives, chips, and dips, and warm golden-hour light creates a relaxed apéro atmosphere surrounded by plants and string lights.

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Is the beer belly really a result of drinking beer?

The beer belly is a familiar image and has become deeply embedded in popular culture. A rounded abdomen is often associated directly with beer consumption, especially in societies where beer is a common part of everyday social life. The assumption seems simple: drink beer regularly and weight gain around the waist follows. In reality, the […]

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Ten Healthy Sports

Is there really a general top ten of the healthiest sports? Probably not. This is because the most important prerequisite for doing a sport regularly is probably that it has to be fun. However, what a person considers to be fun varies from person to person.As a suggestion, we have put together 10 really healthy […]

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The best diets in the world

Living abroad often makes people long for the foods of home—the smells, the flavors and the social rituals around the table. Yet no matter where you are, certain dietary patterns repeatedly emerge as the healthiest ways to eat. Researchers studying “blue zones”—regions where people live noticeably longer and suffer fewer chronic illnesses—have identified common threads […]

Two young women, one African and one Asian, are standing facing each other in front of a kitchen worktop. The kitchen walls are white and dark blue. One of the women is holding a sign that reads ‘You are what you eat’.

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Dietitian shares her health tips for your shopping list

Mahsa Jafari, a dietitian at Teladoc Health, explains what she thinks should be on your shopping list independent of where you are located. “Health is the foundation for everything you want to achieve. I get a lot of energy from helping people strengthen that foundation,” she explains. She believes it is important to educate people […]

Lemons in marinade in glass jars stacked on top of each other. The background of the photo is also yellow and lemons and other fruits can be seen in a fruit basket in the background.

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The benefits of fermented foods on health

Fermentation is a process that has been used by humans for thousands of years to preserve food, improve its taste and texture, and harness its health benefits. Around the world you see many different types of fermented food, from certain cheeses to sauerkraut and soy sauce. It is likely that fermentation was discovered by accident […]

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How to deal with an anxiety attack

Your mental health does not respect borders and moving to another country alone or with your family can throw you off balance. An anxiety attack is not uncommon and know that if you or a loved one has suffered from one, they are not alone. In this blog we will look at what an anxiety […]

Two young people, a man and a woman, smile at each other and share the same headphones, listening to music on a phone held by the woman. The young man is wearing a red checked shirt and the young woman a white T-shirt with denim overalls. They are standing on an elevated terrace overlooking a city-centre avenue.

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Misophonia, or when you cannot stand certain sounds

Misophonia is the intense discomfort that some people experience when listening to certain everyday sounds of low intensity. It is an auditory hypersensitivity or low tolerance to a certain type of auditory stimulus, but without specific characteristics. In other words, it does not necessarily have to be very high pitched, very low pitched or loud […]

A man lies tired on the seats of an airport, his head resting on his bag. We can't see his face, only the top of his head. He is wearing green shorts, a black jacket and white trainers. Two other people are sitting in the chairs behind him.

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How to get over jet lag: tips for expats and travelers

Jet lag is one of the most common challenges faced by travelers, particularly when crossing multiple time zones. The condition, also known as desynchronosis, occurs when your internal clock, which governs your natural circadian rhythms, falls out of sync with the local time at your destination. This mismatch can result in a host of symptoms, […]

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The food supplements to boost your body and mind in winter

Winter is characterised by shorter days, lower temperatures and less sunlight. These factors can change our daily routines, reduce our physical activity and alter our dietary intake, which can affect our intake of essential nutrients. In addition, cold weather and seasonal changes can affect emotional and physical well-being, making some people more susceptible to respiratory […]

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The most common mistakes we make in winter with children

One of the challenges we can face when moving to a new country is undoubtedly the weather. For many families, winter can be particularly unsettling, especially if you come from warmer climates. Keeping children warm is essential to ensure their wellbeing and comfort in unfamiliar surroundings. Here are some practical tips and recommendations on how […]