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Hey there! Today's video is a bit unusual. You're gonna hear Charlie's story. Oh, at first Charlie's life was just amazing! He had everything he needed - tasty food, a warm house, love. But one day everything changed. One day... No, let him tell you himself. By the way, Charlie's a dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you sure you are following the hygiene rules the proper way? You will be surprised to know you are most likely doing them wrong! Here are the most common self-care mistakes. Pay attention, unless you want to do harm to your good looks or even health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do we look the way we look? Most of it’s down to our planet Earth, its atmosphere, gravity, that kind of stuff. When you go on a weeklong beach getaway, you get a tan. Basic. But what about living on a whole other planet? What would we look like if we lived on another planet of the Solar System? One astronaut spent a whole year living on the International Space Station. Zero gravity means no h...

What is water fasting? What are its benefits? Intermittent fasting is gaining huge popularity as a dietary option, but what actually happens to your body when you fast? When I first heard about water fasting, I thought, “No way am I doing this!” But after doing some research and finding out about the benefits of this process, I changed my mind. And now I'm going to tell you what I experienced duri...

14 Creative and Comfy Beds That Prove Bedrooms Don’t Have to Be Boring. How to choose the most comfortable bed? Would you like to sleep in a bed like this? Whether it’s reading a book or drinking a cup of tea, life doesn’t really get any more relaxing than when you’re under the covers. The chance to lie in a soft, warm and cosy bed is probably the one thing we value the most when the weather’s col...

What do you know about your body? These 17 Facts About the Human Body Will Send Chills Down Your Spine. These amazing facts may still be hard to swallow, but you will absolutely be all ears to hear about them. Did you love science at school? Let's face it, only a handful of us had the stomach for learning all the scientific stuff back then by heart. Today's topic will be easier to perceive. What i...

More cartoons, more fun! Our little guy’s here again to make your day brighter! Do you wanna play with him right now? He's kind of dealing with a lot of new troubles, and you can help him get home. You can make fun of him, but be nice; he is so sensitive! By the way, he's going to dance for you and it's REALLY something! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than half the world’s population suffers from dehydration without even realizing that this can lead to serious health problems. Watch the video till the end to learn the ways in which dehydration can have negative effects and a simple way to check your level of dehydration in 5 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you want to clean your blood vessels? How to decrease the risk of heart attacks in the future? Are you ready to improve your overall well-being? Here are 15 food products that can take care of your heart and prevent heart diseases. Our heart is one of the most important organs, but, surprisingly, we take care of it the least, loading it every day with stress and unhealthy diets. And that's too...

If we could taste colors, what would each color taste like? Sounds like a hypothetical question but this is exactly what happened to me recently! It was a Sunday morning, and I fried eggs for breakfast. But something was definitely wrong. I wasn’t sure if it’s eggs or me, though. Now, you've tried fried eggs, right? They normally taste like… eggs. But that time, along with the egg, I could also ta...

Hey guys! Do you like summer? Who doesn't, right? It's time for fun. At a barbecue, by the sea, in a park or on a lake shore. But wait! Who’s gonna bug you, and spoil all the pleasure? Someone very small, but very annoying. Insects. There are zillions of them, and most are innocent and scared out of their wits of the huge humans. But a few others can bite or sting you and cause real trouble. For e...

What do we know about women and girls? All of those books on how to understand women have nothing about the biological and social facts of the fairer side of humanity. Bright Side looked far and wide to find some pretty awesome and controversial facts about ladies — and here is what we got. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to improve skin complexion? However, the sad truth is that nothing works. You’re probably unaware of the bad skin care habits you’ve picked up over the years. We’ve collected the most popular mistakes you need to stop making if you want to keep your skin healthy and young for a long time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Fast. What if you decided to quit eating for an entire week? Would it be dangerous for your body? Nowadays, many people prefer to stick to periodical water fasting, so they don't consume any food and drink apart from water. Water fasting should last for no more than a couple of days, and you should consult with a doctor beforehand. Among its benefits are lower blood pressure, improved insul...

How to Get Rid of Mice, Spiders, and Ants. How to keep pests out without hurting yourself with chemical repellents? According to the Canadian Center of Occupational Health and Safety, the chemicals in pest repellants may cause headache, diarrhea, mental confusion, weakness, loss of reflexes, unconsciousness, and even death. How about we go “au naturel” and try out some pest repellents that you can...

We've put together some mind-blowing rules of courtesy from Japan. Breaking them would seriously offend your Japanese friends or colleagues. Have you ever dreamt of visiting Japan? Seriously, who hasn’t? It is famous for its high-speed trains, colorful cherry blossom and kimonos, yummy sushi and incredible etiquette rules. Apparently, there is a ceremony and a set of rules for even the most routin...

How to survive a wild animal attack? Some animals look harmless and cute, but they can easily kill you. Could you have ever imagined that some of the nicest-looking animals might seriously harm you? Take a look at 10 adorable but very dangerous animals. To make you feel a little bit better, we added a bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are the most common parenting fails? We've collected all the myths our parents told us. You can now surprise your parents with all the new answers you’ve got, or choose to keep it to yourself. Parents are always the main source of information for a child. But they are not always the most reliable source. Bright Side decided to think back on all the myths our parents told us. Learn more about...

Sometimes you watch a magician's performance and can't help believing you’ve just witnessed real magic. In reality, even the most head-spinning tricks can easily be explained. Get ready to be amazed as we’re going to show you some famous magic tricks revealed. Catching a bullet with your teeth takes a lot of practice to nail it, but as soon as you grasp the concept, there's nothing simpler and saf...

Do you want to get in shape and tone in your muscles? Here's the only set of exercises you need. You do not have to spend money on a gym or equipment. Also, we have an incredibly effective 4-week plan for your workout. It worked for us. It might work wonders for you, too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to understand if you're really healthy? Here's the easiest way to do it: check your stool colors and what learn they mean. As gross as it may sound, the color and shape of your stool can reveal a lot about your health. Any changes you might notice can be a sign of a serious disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You don’t have to go through intense cardio workouts to get the body of your dreams. Try out 12 simple stretches you can do at home to burn fat quickly. Flexibility exercises are also helpful in improving metabolism, blood circulation, and even muscle building. They improve your posture and, thus, even increase your height. You can engage all of your abdominal muscles and even reduces the risk of...

Every driver knows that having a car is not easy. You have to deal with many little problems all the time. What’s the most efficient way to use your AC in the summer? How to get unstuck from mud or sand? Even if you’re an experienced driver, it never hurts to learn some extra tips you didn’t know before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Heal Yourself with Reflexology. In case you’re that type of person who runs to the pharmacy and grabs pills, ointment, syrup, or drops to feel better whenever you feel even slightly sick, there’s an alternative for you. It's a known fact that while meds do help get rid of a current health problem, they can also have nasty side effects and do serious damage to your internal organs. If you wa...

Almost every guy wants to look strong and athletic. And if we’re not self-conscious about our abs (or lack thereof!), then it’s our puny little arms that have us looking in the mirror and sighing with disappointment. Wanna beef up them fast? Then you should know how to train correctly. If you want really big bulky biceps, you’ll need to use the progressive overload method. It basically means addin...