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.

She walked 20,000 steps every day for a month – here’s what she learned

What started as a personal challenge for SEO Manager for Women's Health Amy May Ellis to walk 20,000 steps every day for a month...

Just 13 minutes of exercise a day may be enough to lower your risk of early death

New research suggests that a short amount of strength training each week is linked to a lower risk of premature death.

Sauna may help the body handle high temperatures

Researchers are investigating whether regular exposure to heat can help the body become better equipped to handle high temperatures.

Most people throw away the banana peel – but that’s a mistake

Part of the banana almost always ends up in the trash, but it may have value that very few people know about.

New method could make French fries significantly healthier

Researchers have developed a method that could make French fries lower in fat without compromising their crispy exterior.

How to recognize heatstroke before it turns serious

Heatstroke has become a real risk as extreme temperatures become more common around the world.By recognizing the body's warning signs and understanding what causes...