Alcohol and sleep: why a drink can disrupt your night’s rest
Alcohol can help you fall asleep, but it disrupts REM sleep, even at a low dose. What De Druglijn and a 2025 review say about that.
Recognising wholegrain bread: what to look for in the shop?
The Superior Health Council recommends at least 125 grams of whole grains a day. Here is how to recognise wholegrain bread and eat a bit more of it every day.
Sitting less for long stretches: what the guidelines say
You can move enough and still sit too long. Here is what Gezond Leven and the WHO say about sitting time, and how to limit it in practice.
Sugary drinks: why water is still the best choice
Soft drinks, energy drinks and sports drinks provide no useful nutrients, but plenty of free sugars. Here is what Gezond Leven and the WHO recommend, and how to switch step by step to water.
Which sport is right for me? Walking, running, cycling, swimming and strength compared
Walking, running, cycling, swimming or strength training? For each sport: what it trains, the load on your joints, the cost and how to start, plus a simple weekly mix in line with the WHO.
Lying awake at night: why getting up after 20 minutes can help
If you are wide awake at night, Gezond Leven advises getting up for a while after 20 minutes. Here is how the technique works and when it is better to see your GP.
Social contact as you get older: why it matters for your health
According to the WHO, loneliness and little contact with others can harm your health. Here is what the Belgian figures show and which small steps can help.
Low back pain: why it’s best to keep moving
With low back pain, lying down is often the first reflex, but the Belgian guideline advises staying active. Here is what you can do yourself and when to see your GP.
Eating less salt: where is it hiding and how do you cut back?
Even if you never add salt yourself, you can easily exceed the 5 grams a day that Belgium’s Superior Health Council recommends as a maximum. Here is where the salt hides and how to eat less of it.
A short afternoon nap: when 20 minutes help (or don’t)
Gezond Leven prefers to keep an afternoon nap under 20 minutes. When it helps, when it squeezes your night sleep, and what to do instead.
Standing up from a chair: functional leg strength at home
Standing up from a chair trains your legs with no equipment. What Gezond Leven and the WHO say about muscle strengthening, and how to do it safely.
Eggs as a quick weekday protein source
Eggs sit in the light-green zone of the food triangle. What Gezond Leven says, how much protein they provide, and how to use them on weekdays.
