7 studies that will make your day sadder
The modern world has given us so much technology that sometimes it is good to think that we live in a dream place. But not everything is that simple. Just as technology helps us, some other factors are at a disadvantage and there is the big problem: we create villains hand in hand with our favorite superheroes.
1 - No sharing the bed with your pet!
Although it's a cute gesture, sharing a bed with your cat or dog may not be that good. According to a study published in 2011, sleeping with your pet may favor the transport of bacteria responsible for some annoying diseases such as meningitis, yellowing and worms. The same can happen to those who usually kiss their animals. Keeping your pets vaccinated and taking them to the vet often can reduce the risks.
2 - No more eating raw pasta!
This is another very common habit, especially among children who want to scrape out the cake batter. The problem is Salmonella, that villain bacteria found in raw eggs. What few people know is that the raw egg is not alone in the way of evil; It seems to be accompanied in some cases by wheat flour, which should not be eaten either. Save the spoon and fill the bowl with water. It is forbidden to eat what is left of the cake batter.
3 - Exercise does not seem to help that much in weight loss.
It sounds like a lie, but that's what two recent surveys say. According to studies, what really drives weight loss or gain is metabolism and it is different from person to person. This study also shows that the functioning of metabolism usually decreases as the body loses weight, slowing down the process of weight loss.
The bottom line is that eating less is more efficient than exercising when it comes to losing extra pounds. However, it is always good to remember that regular physical activity is recommended for many other health factors besides weight loss. So nothing to cancel the gym!
4 - Mobile phones should be turned off at night
Or at least you should avoid using them when you are already lying down. That's because researchers believe that overexposure to cell phone light can increase the risk of breast cancer, depression and obesity. According to the American Medical Association, high exposure to artificial light disrupts the functioning of the human body and suppresses the sleep hormone melatonin.
5 - Addictive Tanning
Another crazy study found that people accustomed to tanning have the same alteration in brain reward centers as those who are addicted to some kind of drug. Researchers advise using suntan spray, a safer way to keep the tropical color on your skin.
6 - Goodbye, SpongeBob
It seems that our ocean floor friend is responsible for a behavioral change in children up to four years old. The best cartoon option for the little ones is the Caillou series. According to research published in the American journal Pediatrics, nine minutes in front of SpongeBob affect learning skills, self-control and behavior in children in this age group.
7 - Sugary Drinks Cause Weight Gain
It sounds obvious, but it is important to say that, mainly because many people believe that buying that “natural” box juice will be a good investment. Will not. Both juices and sodas contain a lot of sugar in their formula. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine proves that even those who consume small amounts can gain weight.
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