Ida-Marie Palm Varbæk

My name is Ida-Marie Palm Varbæk, and I work as an editor at the health media platform Welltica, which is part of Media Group Denmark. Here, I write daily articles focusing on health and lifestyle.I hold a master’s degree in Film and Media Studies and have been part of Media Group Denmark since August 2024.

Eating cashews for four weeks had an unexpected effect on cholesterol

Cashews are a staple of American snacking, but you rarely hear whether a daily handful actually helps or hurts the heart.

She ate 30 different plants a week: Here’s how you can too

A popular TikTok challenge encourages people to eat 30 different plant-based foods each week.According to research published in ASM Journals, a varied diet rich...

A simple fitness test may reveal your risk of depression and anxiety

A cycling test revealed a striking pattern between fitness and the risk of depression.

Millions of eye drops recalled nationwide: Check if yours are affected

A sweeping nationwide recall covers store-brand bottles sold at nearly every major US pharmacy and grocery chain.

Research suggests birdwatching may slow cognitive decline

New research now points to a positive effect that may be particularly interesting for older adults.

Your kidney function changes with age: Here’s what your numbers should look like

Millions get this number back from the lab with no idea what counts as healthy at their age.