Do you really know?
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Do you really know?
You’ve heard about it, but do you really know it? In 3 minutes, we help you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines. After listening, you will really know for sure.
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What happens to our bodies when we do Dry January?
You’re most likely familiar with the concept of Dry January, which started out in the UK in 2013 and has since become hugely popular. It involves not...
Which foods shouldn't be eaten together?
Avoiding weight gain is just so difficult sometimes, isn’t it? It’s not enough to eat only healthy foods, you also have to combine those healthy foods...
Is sleeping with my phone dangerous ?
Smartphones only really entered our lives within the last 10 to 15 years, but they’ve since become indispensable. And it can even be hard to put them...
What are umbrella species?
Within an ecosystem there are many different species, and it can be difficult for conservationists to come up with specific strategies to protect ever...
Why does time go by faster with age?
Do you remember how as a kid, it would always seem like an eternity waiting for Christmas or your birthday to come around? But having reached adulthoo...
What's the best time of day to have sex?
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.
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Why does the year begin on January 1st?
As we embrace resolutions and light up the skies with fireworks, it's time to mark the arrival of the New Year! All of us on the Do You Really Know te...
How can I sleep well with a blocked nose?
It’s not uncommon for rhinoviruses to resurface during the spring and autumn seasons. They’re the main cause of the common cold. At the same time, spr...
Why are there more single people than ever before?
In the 2020s, we’re living in an era where there's never been more different ways to find a new partner.
For a start, just think of all...
Why is going to the cinema so romantic?
As date night options go, the cinema is a timeless classic which can be both fun and romantic. Even in the age of “Netflix and chill”, there’s an appe...
Why are mini animals so popular?
In late March 2024, french actor Pierre Niney took to TikTok to reveal his newest love affair—not with a co-star, but with an adorable miniature donke...
What are the best hangover foods?
If you wake up feeling rough after a night of heavy drinking, it's likely your liver couldn't handle all that alcohol, and your body couldn't flush it...
Could the Pomodoro technique help me work better ?
Do you ever feel like time is slipping through your fingers? That you had several hours to complete one or two simple tasks, but you didn't notice the...
What is Stendhal syndrome?
What is Stendhal syndrome?
Stendhal’s syndrome is a rare and unusual psychological disorder. It’s a psychosomatic condition whereby certa...
What is wellness syndrome?
"Here’s my yoga instructor’s number”, "You must try this detox juice", "Download this diet app right now!". Have you ever heard people give this kind...
How can I work better from home?
Remote work was thrust upon many companies as soon as the Covid-19 pandemic hit. All of a sudden, workers had to perform their job effectively in a pr...
Why do we get addicted to social media?
A report from CyberCrew revealed how UK residents spend an average of 110 minutes per day on social media. Many of us start scrolling before we’ve eve...
Should you sleep with socks on?
For many, slipping into socks before bed is as natural as brushing their teeth.
It’s comforting, like a warm hug for your feet. But not...
Why do we get bad breath in the morning?
According to The Cleveland Clinic, around one in four people are affected by bad breath. It’s also known as halitosis and bad breath can be a source o...
Could the one-week method help you stop drinking?
Some psychological and addiction experts say that making and sticking to resolutions can do wonders for your health. And just because it’s not the New...
How can I return unwanted gifts?
It’s great to be remembered by friends, colleagues, and family at Christmas, but despite people’s best intentions, they don't always get you what you...
Which foods change our body odour?
Did you know that each of us has a truly unique body odour, which is influenced by a mix of genetic, hormonal, age-related, environmental, and lifesty...
Is it best sleeping in total darkness?
Almost all kids are afraid of the dark, and sometimes that fear even lingers into adulthood. It's a shame really because, contrary to what you might t...
Are girls really worse at maths?
According to the UK’s Department for Education, girls still make up fewer students choosing A-level maths and physics and even fewer go on to study en...
How can I protect my mental health during the holiday season?
Christmas is seen as a season of joy, but it can also be a testing time for many people, whether it’s mentally, emotionally, physically or financially...
What is a faecal transplant?
Faecal transplant, also known as faecal microbiota transplantation or FMT, is the transfer of stool from a healthy donor to a patient with a disease.<...
What's the right way to burst a pimple?
If there are any teenagers out there listening in, chances are you have faced an acne breakout at some point in the recent past, or perhaps you're eve...
Is the gut really our "second brain"?
You have surely felt butterflies in your stomach before a big event or had a ‘gut’ feeling about something. You might even say you need to ‘digest’ so...
Should I eat starchy foods in the evening?
After clocking out, who doesn’t crave a hearty meal after a hard day's work? But here’s the thing: your dinner choices could be tipping the scales.
Could AI kill off filmmaking?
In September 2025, Dutch production company Xicoia caused quite the stir in Hollywood. At the Zueich film festival they unveiled Tilly Norwood: the wo...
What are the strangest Christmas traditions?
In the Western world, we celebrate Christmas on December 25th to honour the birth of Jesus, a tradition dating back to around the year 300 AD. But wel...
How can I choose the right mattress for me?
Getting restorative sleep and putting an end to back pain are both good reasons to opt for quality bedding. And if another reason was needed: on avera...
What are the best ways to keep warm outdoors?
A lot of people are reluctant to go out in the cold during the winter season. It's a real shame, as there are many ways in which you can protect yours...
Are additives bad for your health?
According to The Sun, scientists say that “the average person in the UK now consumes more than eight kilograms of chemical additives every year.” Of c...
Do "light" food products really help you lose weight?
If you believe the marketing slogans printed on their packaging, light or reduced-calorie food products offer you the same enjoyment but with fewer ca...
What is Christmas tree syndrome?
Sniffling, sneezing, itchy eyes, asthma flare-ups, and even sleep disruptions. If you're wondering why you're dealing with all the telltale signs of h...
What makes us ticklish?
Whether it’s as kids in the school playground, fooling around with our first partner as a teenager or with our own kids when we become parents, tickli...
How to choose the best detergent?
In the days of yore, clothes were scrubbed with soap, brushes, and sheer elbow grease. But today, laundry detergents have revolutionized the way we cl...
Why is panto a Christmas tradition in the UK?
Panto, short for pantomime, has become a staple of British Christmas celebrations but surprisingly its origins are neither British or Christmassy. It...
Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for you?
he last two and a half years have caused a lot of us to reassess our priorities in life. Are we really living our lives to the full? Are there new exp...