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Why don't we sleep soundly in a new place?

 Why don't we sleep soundly in a new place? Alcohol consumption helps one fall asleep faster, but it impairs sleep quality and causes early waking. There is an interesting paradox in human life: even when we are away from home for professional engagements, official events, feasts, or celebrations, we do not experience the same sound sleep we get at home. Work pressures while away may fluctuate, but there is freedom regarding food and drink, and plenty of enjoyment. Yet, surprisingly, during those four or five days away, we neither sleep as deeply as we do at home nor manage to sleep in late. When we return home, the workload remains the same, but the moment we reach our own beds, we fall into such a deep sleep that we often don't wake up until late in the morning. Why does this happen? Science and psychology have revealed some interesting reasons. 1. The ‘ First-Night Effect ’ and Brain Vigilance According to psychology, our brain takes time to fully trust a new environment. W...
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How much truth is there to the claim that one must sleep for eight hours to stay healthy?

 How much truth is there to the claim that one must sleep for eight hours to stay healthy? For the elderly, a lack of sleep can increase the risk of falling out of bed and suffering bone fractures. It can also make them susceptible to neurological issues , such as memory-related disorders. How much truth is there to the claim that one must sleep for eight hours to stay healthy? Although it is said that adults need at least seven to eight hours of sleep, doctors note that the same duration is not suitable for everyone. Studies show that sleep requirements vary based on age, the nature of one's work, health conditions, and sleep quality ; therefore, the need cannot be strictly defined by a specific figure like seven or eight hours. Sound, deep sleep is essential for a healthy body. How much sleep is actually needed? The answer we most often hear is, "You must sleep for at least seven to eight hours." Consequently, we have come to associate sleep with a specific number. We c...

Why is flesh-eating bacteria spreading in Japan?

 Why is flesh-eating bacteria spreading in Japan? As socializing in Japan returns to normal after the coronavirus pandemic is under control, the Japanese are now battling a rare disease. There is an increasing outbreak of bacteria that attacks human body tissues. This bacteria is mostly affecting children under the age of 15. This bacteria has been named flesh-eating bacteria. This disease caused by Helicobacter pylori is called Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS). This bacteria is so dangerous that it can kill people within 48 hours. According to Japan's National Institute of Infectious Diseases , this rare disease has been seen in about 1,000 people in Japan so far. Not only in Japan, but also in many other countries. Including European countries. Although called flesh-eating bacteria, it does not directly eat human flesh, but rather kills the tissues inside the body. This disease is caused by Group A Streptococcus bacteria . It causes more harm to children and the elderly...

Toothbrushes contain billions of bacteria, how can you stay safe?

 Toothbrushes contain billions of bacteria, how can you stay safe? Kathmandu. The small toothbrush you use to clean your teeth every morning and evening is actually a breeding ground for millions of microorganisms. The microorganisms on your toothbrush can have a variety of harmful effects on your oral and overall health. Our toothbrush is actually a small ecosystem where billions of microorganisms grow and thrive every day. The bristles of the brush are like a dry land, which when wet with water, become filled with nutrients for a while, turning into a suitable environment for bacteria. Millions of organisms live between these tiny plastic fibers. Concern According to studies, the toothbrushes we use can contain about one million to 12 million bacteria and fungi. They come from hundreds of different species and form a biological film on the surface of the toothbrush. When we brush twice a day, water, saliva, skin cells, and small food particles reach the bristles of the brush. Thi...

Can obesity cause distance in a relationship?

 Can obesity cause distance in a relationship? Obesity can have a profound impact on a person's mental health, confidence, relationships, and marital life. Obesity is not just a problem of increasing body size, it can also have a profound impact on a person's mental health, confidence, relationships, and marital life. The problem of obesity has been increasing rapidly around the world in recent years. Many people are suffering from obesity due to unhealthy eating habits, low physical activity, stressful lifestyles, and lack of adequate sleep. Obesity not only increases the risk of diseases such as diabetes , high blood pressure , heart disease, thyroid, and cholesterol, it also affects a person's emotional relationships and sexual relationships. Many people are hesitant to talk about it openly, but obesity is becoming a common cause of decreased self-confidence, increased distance from their partner, and increased dissatisfaction with their relationship. According to psycho...

Thalassemia: The Challenge of a Hereditary Blood Disorder in Nepal

 Thalassemia: The Challenge of a Hereditary Blood Disorder in Nepal Thalassemia is a hereditary blood disease in which the body is unable to produce hemoglobin , resulting in anemia and organ damage. Thalassemia is a hereditary blood disease. In this disease, anemia occurs when the body is unable to produce hemoglobin, the main protein in red blood cells. This is why various organs of the body are affected. This is a lifelong long-term problem that can seriously affect the physical development, health and overall life of children. Hemoglobin carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. Two types of protein chains, alpha and beta, are required for its production. If these chains are not produced enough due to a gene defect, red blood cells are not produced enough, they are destroyed quickly, and the body lacks oxygen. This problem is completely hereditary and is not caused by any other reason. Thalassemia status in Nepal Nepal is located in the thalassemia belt, which in...

The risk of appearance: how to present the incident of suicide?

 The risk of appearance: how to present the incident of suicide? The sensational reporting of the first incident may have directly or indirectly played a role in the second and third incidents. According to a study by the World Health Organization , it has been found that the risk of suicide is high within three to four days after the news of suicide is broadcast. Experts suggest that the media should provide information about psychosocial counseling and support services without describing the method and location of the incident in detail. In recent times, the method of incidents in different places of the country, including Kathmandu Valley, is the same - self-immolation. These incidents created a debate from the parliament to the streets and also received widespread discussion in the media and social networks. Such content reaches thousands of people within minutes on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and online news platforms. It is the responsibility of the media to provide informati...

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