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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Are Skyr yoghurts really good for you?
If you've ever strolled down the dairy aisle of your local grocery store, chances are you've come across these little tubs of Icelandic goodness. Skyr...
Why do some men get ill after they orgasm?
As much as society might tell us the opposite, sex isn't actually always about pleasure. And that's especially true for men affected by the condition...
How can I best preserve food in my freezer?
With the warmer weather that summer brings, it’s especially important to be aware of the best techniques for freezing food before it goes bad. This en...
What is a tumour?
What is a tumour?
The word tumour comes directly from the Latin word for “swelling”. A tumour appears when a group of cells multiply and...
Are blue eyes really more sensitive to light?
The idea that light-colored eyes are generally more fragile is pretty widespread. They’re less resistant to sunlight and require more protection. Acco...
How can I protect myself from winter viruses?
During winter, we tend to huddle indoors in an understandable bid to stay warm. But while this makes for a cosy setting, it also becomes a major breed...
Can I prevent hair loss?
According to UK charity The Men’s Health Forum, two thirds of all men are affected by male pattern baldness in their lifetime. That won’t be a surpris...
Why does the cold make us need to pee?
We've all experienced it: the sudden urge to pee when it's cold is a common thing. This connection was supposedly discovered by Austrian physician Alf...
How can you save money on your food bill?
The cost of living crisis has seen food prices increase by as much as 65% according to the Office for National Statistics meaning that the average Bri...
Which foods will help you get a good night's sleep?
Here at Do You Really Know, we’ve talked over and over again about the importance of getting good quality sleep. So of course, you don’t want your eve...
What is a caffè sospeso?
Caffè sospeso literally translates to English as a ‘suspended coffee’. It’s an Italian tradition whereby cafe customers pay for an extra coffee that w...
Why do we get goosebumps?
The term goose bumps appeared way back in the 17th century, and describes the well-known phenomenon which shows up when we’re cold, scared or simply f...
Gaza: how do we recognize genocide?
Since October 7, 2023, Israel has waged an unprecedented offensive on Gaza. What began as retaliation against Hamas attacks has escalated into relentl...
Should vapes have the same restrictions as cigarettes?
In the UK you can only buy vapes or e-cigarettes if you are over 18, but the bright packaging, fruit flavors and affordable prices attracts teenagers ...
Can you get food poisoning from raw fish?
Eating raw fish like sushi and sashimi has never been more popular, whether that’s in restaurants or on supermarket shelves. The good news is that suc...
Is sleeping naked good for you?
According to a YouGov study from 2022, 20% of Brits sleep naked. Men are actually more likely to do so than women, with a rate of 25% compared to 15%....
Why do we need to get bored more often?
In this day and age, we barely have time to be bored, what with the endless stream of notifications coming from our smartphones, music, TV shows, game...
What does my urine colour say about my health?
Over the course of our lifetime, we around 34,000 litres of urine, according to Business Insider. Urine evacuates the nitrogen-containing waste produc...
How can I reduce damp and mould in your home?
According to Dr Yasemin Didem Aktas, deputy academic director of the UK Centre for Moisture in Buildings (UKCMB), “Mould is everywhere, all the time,”...
Is nostalgia good or bad for us?
Have you ever noticed how revisiting films from your childhood, listening to old tunes, or flipping through cherished books can bring on a certain sen...
What happens to our bodies when we die?
In 2016, researchers in Vancouver, Canada observed an unprecedented phenomenon: an 87-year-old patient died while undergoing an MRI scan.
What is sad nipple syndrome?
The nipples are an erogenous zone for many people. But as it turns out, having them touched can bring on a whole other kind of feeling for others. The...
What is coffee badging in the workplace?
It doesn’t take a genius to realise that the COVID-19 pandemic changed the relationship many white-collar employees have with work. And that’s particu...
What is intuitive eating?
An IPSOS study from late 2020 found that 45% of people across the world were trying to lose weight at the time. In many cases, losing weight is benefi...
What is house hushing?
House hushing is a decluttering method that aims to create peaceful spaces in your home by reducing visual noise. Visual noise refers to anything exce...
How can I use the 80/20 method to save money?
If you’re like many people, you probably want to save more money but hate the idea of budgeting. Maybe you don’t like tracking every single expense or...
What causes lactose intolerance?
It's becoming a more common topic of discussion. According to BUPA.co.uk, “around one in every 10 older children and adults are thought to have lactos...
What is Ulysses Syndrome?
You may remember hearing about ancient Greek hero Ulysses in school lessons. He’s the central character in Homer’s Odyssey. As legend goes, after figh...
How can I beat my work addiction ?
Being a grafter or hustler is often portrayed in a positive light when it comes to the world of work. But there are a host of negative consequences th...
How can I free myself from negative thoughts?
According to American neuroscientist Daniel Amen, a specialist in brain imaging, we produce 60,000 thoughts per day, and a staggering 80% of these tho...
How can I stop snacking?
Snacking is a bad habit that can have a significant impact on your weight and health in the long term. It can be tricky to beat, so here are our top t...
Should I start my Christmas shopping in autumn?
You've probably noticed that as soon as the back-to-school season ends, stores start filling their shelves with chocolates, garlands, and Advent calen...
Why are most people right-handed?
Around the age of 4, children develop a preference for using one of their hands to complete certain tasks, like drawing for example. The same goes for...
How can I stop smoking?
We all know that the effects of tobacco on the human body are devastating. The World Health Organisation says that it kills more than 8 million people...
Is it really possible to disappear from the internet?
The internet knows everything about us. Even when we think we’re discreet, traces remain, bank accounts, emails, administrative forms, social media pr...
Does cold weather really make us sick?
"Wrap up warm, or you'll catch a cold!" No doubt you heard that advice a lot as a child, and you may well still hear it as an adult. For a long time,...
Why is black associated with grief?
A funeral is one of those rare occasions where you don’t really need to think too much about your choice of outfit. After all, everyone wears black to...
What is an endemic?
An infection becomes endemic in a population when it is constantly maintained at a baseline level. That happens when the circulation of the virus is t...
Does true crime help us fall asleep?
For some, true-crime stories have a strangely calming effect when they are tucked up in bed for the night. It’s a phenomenon that’s not gone unnoticed...
Could Turmeric help indigestion?
Turmeric is a plant that belongs to the ginger family. It has a bright yellow-orange color, and a bitter and peppery taste. The main active ingredient...