Health

Dr. Sivan Mercer reveals: From salmon DNA to biostimulators: The hottest trends in aesthetics

Dr. Sivan Mercer MD
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Israeli study: Here’s how nearsightedness in children can be slowed

The best time to take these supplements is in the morning with food

More than half of Israelis take dietary supplements and vitamins, new survey reveals

Holocaust survivor Moshe David Meir poses for a picture at his home in Jerusalem on January 27, 2025, Meir survived the Birkenau concentration camp during the Holocaust.

Israeli Holocaust survivors foregoing medical treatment due to inaccessibility of care, study finds


How Israel used forensic dental findings to identify last Gaza hostage Ran Gvili - explainer

The method relies on a unique dental structure, past imaging, and existing dental records. It enables an initial determination within a short time, even under harsh conditions.

Israeli police officers pay their respects outside of the Abu Kabir Forensic Institute, as the body of last Israeli hostage arrives in Tel Aviv on January 26, 2026.

5 signs that your weight gain is linked to a thyroid problem

Gradual weight gain, fatigue, and hair loss may indicate hypothyroidism — a common condition that is easy to diagnose and can be balanced with appropriate treatment.

The weight gain is not always dramatic or rapid. Sometimes it involves a few kilograms that accumulate slowly but hardly respond to diet or physical activity

How the morning coffee affects mood and hunger later in the day

Coffee with oat milk is perceived as healthy, but in the morning on an empty stomach it may cause sugar spikes, fatigue, and cravings – here’s how to drink it correctly.

When consumed on its own, especially in the morning, oat milk may disrupt blood sugar balance

The seasoning you all know that will make the body absorb more vitamins from food

Studies show that adding suitable fat and certain spices, such as olive oil and black pepper, can significantly improve the absorption of vitamins and minerals from the food we eat.

A “dry” vegetable salad is nutritionally less effective than a salad with oil

Beauty beyond the mirror, the trends shaping 2026

L’Oréal Israel’s chief digital & marketing officer Gali Lev explains how science, AI, and new values are reshaping the beauty industry ahead of 2026.

Gali Lev at the Ofer Nissim event.

Medical students who spend a year with seniors rethink aging, Jerusalem study finds

Ageism is prejudice directed toward someone based on their age, particularly older people, and it persists among clinicians and medical students, undermining empathy and care quality.

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How not to care online: Survival guide for staying human

Your nervous system is under siege, and the people creating that content are counting on exactly this reaction.

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US officially exits WHO, citing COVID-19 pandemic management failure

The US has officially left the World Health Organization, citing mismanagement during the COVID-19 pandemic, sparking concerns about global health collaboration and future US involvement.

World Health Organization (WHO) logo and US flag are seen in this illustration taken April 23, 2025.

A doctor explains: Why are young people today showing up with problems we once saw at age 50?

This applies to many aspects of our health, but when it comes to our teeth, it is especially noticeable. A dentist explains why many young people today have cavities, erosion, and inflammation.

A boy visiting the dentist

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