Health and fitness
Tips, news, and practices for healthy living, physical activity, and mental well-being.
Hidden Danger: Why Himalayan salt threatens thyroid health?
Every second pregnant woman in Bulgaria suffers from iodine deficiency due to the rejection of iodized salt. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of thyroid diseases.
Magnetic storms from May 19 to the end of June: forecasts and protective measures
Several periods of increased geomagnetic activity are expected from May 19 to the end of June. 2026 is among the most "stormy" in recent years, which is why experts recommend paying more attention to health and technology, and following specific precautionary measures.
HIV/AIDS: A new section in "eHealth" and an anti-stigma campaign
The Ministry of Health is launching an HIV section in "eHealth". Learn how the virus is transmitted, where to get tested for free, and how to fight stigma.
Minister Katya Ivkova: Healthcare professionals are the most valuable resource in the system
Health Minister Katya Ivkova emphasized sustainable solutions and the recruitment of young professionals during the National Healthcare Conference.
UCL study: art slows aging as effectively as exercise
A British study shows that reading, music, and museum visits are linked to slower biological aging – an effect comparable to that of regular physical activity.
How to stop the war with food and start getting along with it
We do not divide food into "good" and "bad" – we focus on frequency and quantity, adding beneficial things, and having at least one mindful, screen-free meal every day.
Small steps versus big promises: how to build habits without violence
Why "70% of the plan, but regularly" works better than a perfect start and a quick burnout. A scientific look at small steps, habits, and realistic changes.
Self-care Week a minimum program that doesn't turn your life upside down
An easy "self-care Week": 3 days of walking, 2 days of light strength training, 1 day of stretching, and one small conscious healthy habit every day.
New government programs: Free flu vaccines for children and home patronage care
The government has adopted national programs for vaccinating children against the flu and providing patronage care for pregnant women and infants. Learn about the scope and new developments in healthcare.
Vitamin D at the seaside: is a deficiency possible along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast?
Vitamin D deficiency remains a real risk even for people on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. Doctors recommend monitoring levels, reasonable sun exposure, and targeted supplementation during the spring and summer of 2026.
Caretaker Health Minister Calls for Smoking Ban and Restrictions on the Tobacco Industry
Minister Okoliyski called for stricter tobacco control, implementation of the WHO Framework Convention, and limiting the influence of the tobacco industry. He highlighted the increasing tobacco use in Bulgaria and the need for effective measures.
Why regular sleep is more important than a perfect diet or an expensive gym
Diets and workouts only work if the body has time to recover. It is regular, quality sleep that controls appetite hormones, metabolism, immunity and the brain - and makes all other "healthy efforts" meaningful.
Emotional overeating: how stress, fatigue, and boredom decide what we put on our plate
When we eat not because of hunger, but to drown stress, fatigue, or boredom, we're talking about emotional overeating. This is not a "weak character," but a reaction of the brain and hormones to stress - and without a conscious approach, it easily turns into a vicious cycle of guilt and new overeating.
Cardiovascular diseases remain the No. 1 problem in Bulgaria: How to protect ourselves?
Prof. Iva Gruev and Boryana Pervan from Longevity Forum 2.0 discuss the risks of cardiovascular diseases and ways to prevent them. The importance of physical activity, a healthy lifestyle, and early diagnosis.
Early Diagnosis of von Willebrand Disease – Key for Women
At a discussion dedicated to World Hemophilia Day, doctors and patients called for early and accurate diagnosis of von Willebrand disease, highlighting the importance of combating this most common bleeding disorder. Attention was drawn to the challenges of diagnosis in Bulgaria.