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Is sleeping in bad for your health? Sep 25, 2024

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I don’t know about you but for me not having to set an alarm on a Saturday or Sunday morning is really one of life’s simple pleasures. With my packed work schedule and family life, I often don’t end up getting as much sleep as I need during the week.

So it’s really tempting to try to catch up on that sleep debt over the weekend. But then I heard about these studies that have shown that weekend lie-ins can actually be harmful to human health.

What kind of harm are we talking about? Like jet lag from flying? What’s the best way to make up for lost sleep?In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why does not getting enough sleep make you selfish?

Can our bodies really catch up on lost sleep?

Does sex help us to sleep better?

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Why don't prices fall when inflation slows? Sep 25, 2024

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Inflation peaked in 2022, but now it’s on a slow and steady decline, reaching 2.5% in June 2024, down from 5.5% in June 2023. Plus, some commercial practices that drove prices up are now better controlled.

For example, since July 1, 2024, supermarkets have to label products affected by shrinkflation—where they reduce the quantity but keep the price the same. But even with these changes, you’ve probably noticed that supermarket prices aren’t dropping. And actually that’s totally normal.

Why has inflation slowed? why aren't all prices falling? What could lead to a real fall in prices? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is the circular economy?

What is coffee badging in the workplace?

How does the Matthew Effect help us understand class inequalities?

A Bababam Originals podcast, written and realised by Amber Minogue.

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What are the most hydrating foods? Sep 24, 2024

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We all know staying hydrated is crucial for feeling fit and healthy. The general recommendation is to drink between 1.5 to 2 litres of water a day.

But let’s be honest, it’s not always easy to stick to that. Ideally, you shouldn’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water because thirst signals that your body has already lost about half a litre of water. But you might be surprised to learn that your diet can also play a big role in keeping you hydrated.

Which foods are the best for hydration? Are there hydrating options for winter? Is there anything to avoid? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Which foods mustn't you put in the microwave?

What does eating junk food do to our brains?

How can I recognise ultra-processed foods?

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How is AI slop invading the internet? Sep 23, 2024

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It’s fair to say that AI technology is hyper-polarising. Since the launch of ChatGPT in late 2022, many people have been awestruck at how generative AI can write essays, create realistic images and effectively impersonate just about any human with enough training material.

But there are just as many detractors as enthusiasts, and AI’s current shortcomings have been exposed in a number of high-profile cases. For example, when Google’s AI overviews were added to search results in the US, they recommended adding glue to pizza and eating rocks. Now things like this happen when the large language model behind an AI chatbot produces nonsensical or inaccurate content.

What kind of content are we talking about? Where does the name come from? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How to protect your art from AI exploitation?

Can humans really fall in love with AI ?

What happens in the brain when we lie?

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What advantages does pretty privilege give attractive people? Sep 21, 2024

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Of course, as the old saying goes, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but even as children we all kind of realise who’s seen as physically attractive and who isn’t, don’t we?

Let’s take a moment to consider that the global beauty industry was worth $430bn in 2022, according to a report from McKinsey. That was up from $300 bn in 2015, with projections suggesting the $500bn mark would be reached by 2025.

If people are spending all that money on skincare, fragrance, makeup and haircare, it must be for a reason? Why does pretty privilege even exist? How can we overcome it?In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How are social media influencers making money through rage baiting?

How can you change your body odour?

Does sex help us to sleep better?

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What's the best time of day to have sex? Sep 20, 2024

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Over the years, many surveys have looked into what time of day people say they most enjoy having sex, but the findings have varied drastically.

For instance, one run by CBD brand Naturecan in 2023 found that the most satisfying time was 7:30 a.m., with two-thirds of the Brits surveyed preferring morning sex to night-time sex. But more recently, lingerie brand Pour Moi pinpointed 10:09pm on Saturday as the “sexiest time of the week”, after surveying 2,000 sexually active adults from the UK, Ireland, Canada and the USA.

Why do the results vary so much? What’s so good about morning sex then? What about days of the week, is there one that’s best for having sex? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How can you revitalise your relationship with 3 expert sex tips?

Why do we get the post-sex blues?

Does sex help us to sleep better?

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What happens in the brain when we lie? Sep 19, 2024

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Everyone has lied at least once in their life. But did you know that we lie at least once a day? This surprising conclusion comes from an American study published in 1996.

The reasons behind our lies are quite intriguing. Often, we lie to protect the people we care about, this is known as a “white lie.” But that’s not the whole story. According to neuropsychologist and researcher Sylvie Chokron, lying is an incredibly complex cognitive process. When we lie, we activate multiple brain regions, including those responsible for language, creativity, memory, and self-control.

Have we to be pretty clever to be a good liar? And which parts of the brain are affected when we lie? But why do we lie? To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:

Why do some people believe in ghosts?

How can you revitalise your relationship with 3 expert sex tips?

Why does not getting enough sleep make you selfish?

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How are social media influencers making money through rage baiting? Sep 18, 2024

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Since 2020, TikTok has allowed its creators to make money by posting on the platform. To do so, they need at least 10,000 followers and to rack up 100,000 views on their videos over a 30-day period.

But with earnings of around 30 cents per 1,000 views, it’s not exactly a get-rich-quick scheme. So to increase the visibility of their videos — and thereby earn more money — some creators have turned to a controversial tactic known as "rage baiting."

What is rage baiting? How does that work? Why do people watch content they don’t even like? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is the olive theory from Tiktok?

What is Face Wine, a viral beauty product from Tiktok?

Can our bodies really catch up on lost sleep?

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Which cooking method is the healthiest? Sep 18, 2024

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Cooking not only destroys bacteria and germs but also makes food more digestible, especially meat.

It changes the taste, appearance, color, and most importantly, the nutritional quality of the food. While food can be roasted, blanched, grilled, browned, or boiled, some methods are healthier than others.

What happens when we grill food? Is steaming really the healthiest way to cook? What about lesser-known methods like tagine or plancha? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why does cooking benefit our mental health?

What is batch cooking?

Is palm oil really bad for your health?

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Are electric toothbrushes really more effective? Sep 17, 2024

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Electric toothbrushes come with a head that makes small circular movements automatically. Studies have shown that, for the same amount of brushing time, they can remove up to twice as much plaque as manual toothbrushes. They also help reduce the risk of gingivitis, gum inflammation, and bleeding.

However, some electric toothbrushes can be too abrasive on sensitive or weakened teeth, as not all use the same technology. It also depends on how you use them. Improper brushing can lead to dental hypersensitivity and even tooth loosening.

So what is the right brushing technique? How do you choose the right manual toothbrush? So does it really matter what type of toothbrush you use? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is the 10-10-10 method for dealing with everyday worries?

Why has astrology come back into fashion?

What are the most addictive foods?

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