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5 deep breathing exercises that will help you stay healthy in smog season

As smog season rolls in, it’s essential to rethink how we breathe, going beyond just face coverings. Techniques such as diaphragmatic breathing, nasal inhalation, and pursed-lip exhalation can greatly enhance lung function, optimize oxygen flow, and alleviate stress created by poor air quality. These soothing methods provide invaluable support for your respiratory system amidst challenging…

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Optical illusion: Only those who have detective-level observation skills can find the identical umbrella

Dive into a whimsical world of illusion where cartoon frogs happily juggle vibrant umbrellas! Your mission? Spot the two frogs that are holding identical umbrellas amidst a swirl of patterns and colors. This mesmerizing visual puzzle not only captivates with its playful design but also sharpens your focus and observational prowess. Do you enjoy puzzles…

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Why you should always pack a tennis ball when travelling long distances (and how it helps your body) |

Actually, travel days tend to have a more dramatic effect on the body than we think. The physical strain of travelling by plane, train, or car can result in stiff muscles, poor circulation, and just plain tiredness. Even travellers tend to pack the essentials: power adapters, snack foods, and a comfortable neck rest. However, one…

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Optical illusion personality test: Stars, city or umbrella? What you see first reveals if you are observant, responsible or loving as a person |

Photo: Photo: Dasha.takisho / Instagram Optical illusion personality tests are simple yet fun tests based on weird images that trick the eyes. Depending on what a person notices first in these images, a lot can be decoded about their true nature, as these pictures are based on psychological principles.For instance, this particular test was recently…

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Viral Instagram reel explains why British empire was built on gin and tonic |

British colonial officials mixed quinine with gin and citrus to prevent malaria and scurvy, making medicine tolerable and routine A short clip has been circulating on Instagram, often paired with gin labels and captions about empire and empire-building. It shows a stiff-backed British aristocrat aboard a yacht, briefly interrupted from Mediterranean leisure by a domestic…

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The bone mineral women forget

Magnesium activates vitamin D in the body. Vitamin D, in turn, helps the body absorb calcium. When magnesium runs low, this chain breaks. Calcium intake may look perfect on paper, yet bones still weaken. Research has linked low magnesium levels with lower bone density, especially in women after 40.Women are more at risk, here’s why…

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