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Mediterranean diet: The secrets of the Cretan diet

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Would you like to extend your life expectancy and reach (or maintain) your healthy weight ? We introduce you to the mysteries of the Cretan diet , also known as the Mediterranean diet : it is proven to maintain good health, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, and reduce the risk of cognitive disorders.      Idyllic landscapes, turquoise waters, Crete has many reasons to make us dream.      But this island with a rich history of thousands of years attracted the attention of the scientific community after the Second World War because of its life expectancy higher than that of other European populations.      This longevity is attributed to the specific diet of the Mediterranean rim, known as the Mediterranean diet , which in 2010 was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site . Mediterranean diet & Cretan diet: scrutinized - and validated! - by the scientific community       It was the American doctor Ancel Keys who introduced the rest of the world to the virtues of the Cretan die

Xbox Series X: compatibility with 4K, HDR and 120 fps

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     At up to 120 fps, up to 4k definition, and the addition of HDR, the Xbox Series X backward compatibility will give gamers enhanced access to a catalog of thousands of titles . Microsoft’s next-generation Xbox will launch with support for “thousand of games” from the original Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox One      We already knew that Xbox One X would put the floor on backward compatibility with support for Xbox, Xbox 360 , and Xbox One titles.      In addition to providing access to a catalog of thousands of titles at launch, we now know that this feature should provide an enhanced gaming experience.      First, the backward compatibility system for the future Xbox Series X would double the frame rate of games: games running at 30 frames per second would increase to 60 fps , and games programmed to run at 60 fps would increase to 120 fps.      On the other hand, on the visual side, in addition to the shift from definition to 4K , Microsoft's console would be able to introduce s

DJI Mavic Air 2 Test: specs

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      DJI's Mavic Air 2  that came out a few weeks ago. The first impressions on the discovery of this leisure drone have been confirmed after numerous test flights. The light aircraft has the potential to dominate the market for quite some time.      On paper, when it was announced, the  Mavic Air 2  had left  with the impression of a drone so inspired by professional  DJI models  that it could well become the reference drone for the general public. DJI Mavic Air 2 Test      While the author of these lines is accustomed and certified to the remote piloting of professional drones, this impression was confirmed by testing the Mavic Air 2 for two weeks.      The DJI Mavic Air 2 replacement is no longer playing in the same yard at all.      He moves in the air almost as well as a professional drone and delivers images that are close to those of a professional drone. It is therefore difficult to reproach this drone intended for beginners.      It will immediately put them at ease with

Samsung announces an outdoor 4K TV called the Terrace

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     Samsung launches a TV specifically designed for outdoor viewing, the  Samsung Terrace  has all the assets to withstand the brightness of the sun and the dangers of outdoor life.     Samsung   Samsung's first outdoor TV is called The Terrace      How can you watch TV in your garden or by the pool without having to move the living room screen? Easy: all you need is an outdoor TV set! Rather than recycling one of the old family TVs, Samsung offers to invest in a dedicated TV with features for life outside the walls.       This is the principle of "The Terrace ", a 4K QLED screen, which will be available in 65 and 75 inches and is designed for outdoor use.      The main requirements for this type of use are high brightness (so as not to be disturbed by the strong ambient light) as well as protection against water and dust projections. QLED 4K HDR Slab from 55 to 75 inches       In addition to this ergonomic feature, The Terrace is a connected TV that takes up the funct

Caffeine Benefits and Caffeine Side Effects

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      Dark coffee ,  decaf ,  espresso , the roasted drink has built its reputation on its exciting effect, w e're glad we have coffee as a pick-me-up, however, it should not be abused... In moderation, coffee proves to be a particularly interesting health ally, adorned with unexpected benefits.   What are its effects? Experts are looking at their role in our metabolism. What caffeine does to your body? Caffeine Side Effects: Is coffee good for your health?      S cientists love coffee ! While caffeine particularly excites the attention of researchers, other elements such as antioxidants are also being studied.      The main reason for drinking coffee: the search for a stimulating effect. Caffeine increases the duration of alertness and delays the appearance of the feeling of tiredness, especially during intellectual or repetitive tasks.       This substance also has a positive effect on driving: scientific studies have shown that it improves reflexes and visual perception.      Ho

iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro - release date, price, datasheet

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     The serial leaker has just detailed the main lines of the configuration of the four  iPhone 12  that Apple should unveil next fall. We don't know everything now, it's true, but almost.      Apple's next  smartphones  should only be announced, at best in September, if  Tim Cook 's teams decide to maintain their usual schedule despite production problems linked to the  health crisis .       iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro: we may know almost everything about Apple's future smartphones      However, serial leaker Jon Prosser has again revealed crucial information, and this time he has so much to say that he didn't just tweet, but a long video. iPhone 12 - HERE YOU GO! All models! Names, Display, Storage, Prices, and more! Exclusive Leaks!      In it, he gives details about the four iPhone models that Apple should launch by the end of the year: the iPhone 12 ,  iPhone 12   Max ,  iPhone 12   Pro , and  iPhone 12  Pro Max .      A range enriched by one model compa

Epic Games: Unveils the Potential of the Unreal Engine 5 and the Power of the PlayStation 5

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Epic Games: Unveils the Potential of the Unreal Engine 5 and the Power of the PlayStation 5     The upcoming demo of Epic's acclaimed Unreal Engine 5 video game creation engine is running on a PlayStation 5 , and the rendering is breathtaking.      " Don't underestimate the power of the Playstation ."       This marketing slogan, which dates back to the launch of Sony's first home console, seems to fit perfectly with the upcoming Playstation 5, which is due to be launched by the end of the year.            A console that unveiled some of its power during the demonstration of the video game creation engine, the Unreal Engine 5.      Epic's engineers were quick to tell Epic that their technology demonstration is running in real-time on a Playstation 5, and since Epic has an excellent relationship with Sony, the developers have been working on development tools optimized for the new platform for some time, and the Unreal Engine 5 is impressive, to say the least

How long can the coronavirus survive on surfaces?

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How long can the coronavirus survive on surfaces?      Several studies have attempted to estimate how long the COVID-19 virus remained infectious on inert surfaces , but the figures are more complex to understand than they first appear.      Is there a risk of becoming infected by touching surfaces with hands that are or have been in contact with Covid-19 patients?      This is possible, based on studies that have attempted to determine the duration of "survival" of Sars CoV-2 on inanimate surfaces.      But even if the risk exists, these durations should not be taken literally and should be put into perspective with the way researchers are trying to measure them. How long can the virus survive on surfaces and objects?      It should be made clear at the outset that it is inappropriate to speak of the "survival" of the virus since the virus is not really "alive".       "Rather, we are talking about maintaining infectivity, how long it remains infecti