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What do isotonic drinks do?
It's not as complicated as the word "isotonic" might sound like. Because isotonic drinks usually only consist of water with vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates. Our blood absorbs the ingredients faster - and that has a number of advantages. More on this below.
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What can be done against chapped lips?
Summer is over; the days are getting shorter and, above all, colder. In addition, there is more heating again, which means that the air becomes drier. The body is above all well wrapped up outside, but something that cannot be protected from the cold and dryness and which is extremely important to us: our lips. All the worse when these become dry, brittle and cracked, especially in autumn and winter. But this can not only happen in the winter months, some suffer from it in other seasons as well.
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The best sports to lose weight
It is quite normal that we now and then struggle with our body and therefore also with our pounds. Sometimes we objectively have too much on our ribs, others feel uncomfortable just because of a few grams more. The reasons for wanting to lose weight are as individual as the enthusiasm for different sports. But what are the best disciplines to actually lose weight?
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Which tea helps with digestive problems?
When digestion is a problem, the quality of life is severely impaired. We all know that. Some have a slightly less sensitive stomach, others are a little more sensitive. But there are good natural remedies that calm the digestive tract and are also great tasting. This also includes tea, for example.
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What to do with a lady's beard?
Some women suffer more, others not at all: the lady's beard. The fact is, however, that practically all women have fine facial hair. Most of the time, however, this does not bother you, as it is usually a light fuzz on the upper lip, chin and cheeks. Most women, however, find the women's beard annoying, as a woman's beard usually grows thick, dark hair on the face. Not only visually, but also emotionally, this is usually a great burden for those affected.
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What to do about nail biting
Around 15% of all adults do it: nail biting. What is not only unhygienic and unattractive is also dangerous for your health. In addition, we don't have to kid ourselves: Well-groomed nails simply give off a different appearance. So it can also be that, even in the worst case, you don't get a job because you have neglected nails, because this can sometimes be interpreted as a weakness of character.
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What can be done against the odor of sweat?
It has happened to most of us before; you are on the move, sweating and suddenly there is an unpleasant smell of sweat and you have the feeling that everyone is staring at you. What many are not aware of; Sweating is a substantial function.
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What is yoga really good for?
Until not so long ago, yoga was a little ridiculed in our latitudes, and some even dismissed it as a Far Eastern fantasy. Today, however, we know that yoga is not only - as was mistakenly assumed for a long time - something similar to stretching exercises, but that this teaching is physically demanding and makes you really fit and flexible. And this fitness has a lot of other advantages.
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Which aluminum-free deodorants work?
Science is divided as to whether and to what extent aluminum in deodorants may endanger health. But do you always have to wait for the final proof? There are now plenty of deodorants that prevent sweaty body odor. We took a closer look at which manufacturer can convince with its articles in this area.
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Which protein products help build muscle?
If you have decided to get a little more muscular, you don't necessarily have to take out a subscription to the gym. With the right sports equipment, muscle building can also be done from home. You can get support with the right protein supply. But what exactly do you have to consider? In this post we give you a few tips on how you can build muscle with the support of protein.
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What can be done against back pain?
When your back really hurts, it's hard to bear. Because as a result of these complaints, other physical torments often occur, for example in the shoulder and neck area or on the hips. But what can you do to relieve back pain when seeing a doctor is not an option?