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Why do we hear the saying "you get abs even without exercising" more often these days? Lately, I've been seeing the phrase "slender figure with defined abs" frequently. This topic became a hot topic again after track and field athlete Kim Min-ji posted a photo of herself on the track on her social media on the 2nd. The photo was released with the short caption, "A really strange September," and it stood out because her abdomen was exceptionally firm compared to her slender arms and shoulder line. To start with the conclusion, slender… Read more

Curiosities regarding health management during the changing seasons and appetite changes related to obesity medication are on the rise. It seems that interest in health management increases significantly in October, as the weather turns cooler like it has recently. Recently, curiosity about the topic grew after comedian Kim Jun-hyun shared his experience regarding changes in appetite following the injection of obesity medication on a TV show. Many people misunderstand obesity medication as being the same as diet pills, but since there are aspects that differ from the facts, I have compiled some information. In this article, categorized by type of treatment… Read more

Interest in the benefits of chives is growing again following the release of a YouTube video in which actor Son Byung-ho remarked, "Chives are also good for male stamina," while eating Jachun-gwon at a Chinese restaurant. The claim that a food is good for stamina has long been associated with various vegetables and ingredients, but many people are curious about the actual evidence supporting this. In this article, we will examine research on the relationship between chives and sexual function, the nutritional components contained in chives, and erectile function and more… Read more

To work in the food hygiene field, you need a health examination certificate, commonly known as a "health certificate." However, it is not uncommon for people to visit the public health center only the day before starting work, unaware that they do not receive the document immediately on the day of the examination but must wait a few days for the results. In this article, we will organize the step-by-step information, from where to get tested for a health certificate and what the test items are, to the specific procedures for obtaining it online. Where can I get a health certificate test? Health certificate… Read more

With the arrival of cool breezes, it is a time when more people receive text messages reminding them of health checkups. Around this time every year, it is common to worry, "I was too busy to get it done this year; will it be okay?" In particular, many people have likely heard stories about facing fines for not getting national health checkups or being unable to receive insurance benefits if they develop cancer later. To start with the conclusion, most of these myths stem from misunderstandings, and actual disadvantages vary depending on the type of insurance coverage. ... Read more

While facial shape or skin condition are commonly thought of as factors determining a person's first impression, recently, the fullness of hair is frequently cited as a criterion for distinguishing 'sophistication.' In fact, a line in a drama stating, "Sophistication is judged by one's hair and shoes," became a hot topic. Let's examine why hair volume is particularly highlighted as a factor that dictates a person's aura, and how best to understand this criterion. While skin and facial features can be compensated for to some extent with makeup or lighting, hair volume... Read more

If your parents or elderly family members have recently noticed a significant change in their gait, many people often dismiss it as simply due to age. Even when observing their legs appearing weak, them taking small, shuffling steps, or struggling particularly to change direction, they accept it as a mere natural part of the aging process. However, if these changes in gait are accompanied by frequent urinary incontinence and unusual forgetfulness, you should suspect normal pressure hydrocephalus, a treatable condition… Read more

The conclusion revealed directly by a colorectal surgeon on social media is clear. He disclosed that he personally avoids five items: snacks containing artificial coloring, processed meat, sugary sauces, canned soup, and ultra-processed protein bars. The reason is not merely a matter of preference, but rather concerns regarding gut health and the risk of colorectal cancer. Processed meat, in particular, carries more weight than the other items given that the World Health Organization has classified it as a carcinogen. As for the remaining four, rather than a direct causal relationship with colorectal cancer, inflammation, … Read more

There is a theory that if a child does not experience a sufficiently stable relationship with their parents during childhood, the risk of developing mental illnesses such as schizophrenia later in life may increase. This was revealed by Professor Chun Geun-ah of the Department of Child Psychiatry at Severance Hospital on the SBS current affairs program 'Please Take Care of Gyoyang.' To state the conclusion first, this does not mean that attachment deficiency directly causes schizophrenia. Rather, it indicates the existence of a psychodynamic theory suggesting that children with poor attachment have a relatively higher probability of developing schizophrenia after adolescence. Why… Read more

There are times when, looking at your reflection in the subway window on your way home from work, a thought suddenly crosses your mind: “What have I been doing all this time? It feels like I haven’t accomplished a single thing.” If you feel physically and mentally heavy, and fatigue persists even after resting—even though nothing particularly major has happened—it may not be a simple slump, but a sign of burnout. In this article, we will examine the characteristics of burnout that frequently appears in middle-aged individuals in their 40s to 60s, and how to break free from the self-blaming inner voice… Read more