Japanese Sleep Guidelines Recommend that Adults Sleep 6 to 8 Hours a Day EDITORFebruary 25, 202402.2K views It is very important to have good sleep quality and sufficient sleep time. According to the 2023 Healthy Sleep Guidelines published by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare of Japan, the length of sleep required by different age groups is different, and the average sleep time for adults is 6 To 8 hours. Read more
Magistrate Hsu of Hualien County will Lead a Delegation to the United States, Deepening Diplomacy and International Exchange EDITORFebruary 22, 202401.5K views Hualien, Taiwan (Merxwire) – Hualien County Magistrate Hsu Chen-wei will lead a delegation for an 8-day exchange trip to California, USA. The delegation comprises members from the Hualien County Government… Read more
Let’s See How Countries Around the World Celebrate the Lantern Festival EDITORFebruary 21, 202401.3K views The Lantern Festival is approaching. This year’s Lantern Festival falls on February 24. On this day, traditional Chinese customs include carrying lanterns, eating glutinous rice balls, going out to enjoy… Read more
Latest Japanese Study: Sushi Dipped in Wasabi can Prevent Dementia EDITORFebruary 18, 202401.5K views Eating sashimi dipped in “wasabi” not only adds a spiciness to the fresh fish, it also has a food science-based sterilizing effect, reducing the risk of eating raw fish. The latest research shows that adding “wasabi” to dishes can reduce the risk of dementia and improve the memory, attention, and language skills of the elderly. Read more
Urban Water Scarcity Predicted to Double by 2050 EDITORFebruary 16, 202401.3K views The increasingly severe global water scarcity problem has garnered widespread attention from the international community. As the impact of climate change intensifies, the issue of water scarcity has evolved from… Read more
Research Highlights 30-Minute Exercise’s Role in Relieving Depressed Emotional State EDITORFebruary 10, 202401.3K views Studies reveal that exercise positively impacts blood flow, oxygen levels, neurotransmitters, and chemical responses, thereby offering relief from depression. Committing to just 30 minutes of exercise significantly boosts well-being. Washington,… Read more
The Most Googled Travel Destinations of 2023 are Released, Greece Tops Search List EDITORFebruary 7, 202401.6K views Google announced the ranking of the top ten most searched travel destinations of 2023. The top five are Greece, Spain, Italy, Portugal and Croatia in southern Europe. Ranking 6 to 10 are the resort destinations of Cyprus, Thailand, Egypt, Malta and Morocco. You can put these places into your travel destination shortlist. Read more
Study Suggests a Connection Between Sleeping with Lights On and Elevated Weight Gain EDITORFebruary 4, 202402.5K views According to research published in JAMA Internal Medicine, women who regularly slept with lights on or engaged in TV watching before bedtime faced a 17% higher likelihood of gaining more… Read more
Is Sugary Coffee Unhealthy? Expert: You Can Add a Teaspoon of Sugar EDITORJanuary 29, 202401.6K views Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages. Do you like coffee with sugar? Adding a teaspoon of sugar to your coffee will not affect its health benefits. But… Read more
Researchers Identify Numerous Pharmaceutical Traces in Global River Systems EDITORJanuary 26, 202401.1K views A report from the University of York in the UK highlights the contamination of the world’s rivers with residues of paracetamol, nicotine, caffeine, epilepsy, and diabetes drugs, indicating potential risks… Read more