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.

Your sleep quality may matter more for disease risk than the hours

A new study links the shape of your sleep to future disease risk.

Microplastics in your gut are linked to cancer and depression

The first study using real human gut samples found five common plastics reshape the bacteria living inside us.

Hair loss may be linked to these serious health conditions

Hair loss is very common and can be caused by factors including genetics, hormones, stress or vitamin deficiencies.However, according to The Sun, research suggests...

Your gut bacteria could be spreading to the people you live with

A new international study finds we swap gut microbes with the people we share a home with.

A new drug in street fentanyl is sending people to intensive care

A powerful animal tranquilizer is spreading through illicit fentanyl and changing how overdose and withdrawal look.

Breathing through your mouth instead of your nose may be hurting your health

It quietly strains your blood vessels, brain, jaw and teeth.