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Transfat: A ‘silent poison’ that slowly damages the heart

 Transfat: A ‘silent poison’ that slowly damages the heart Transfat not only damages cholesterol, it is also associated with high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. All these factors together greatly increase the risk of ‘ cardiovascular disease ’, i.e. heart and blood vessel diseases. From our kitchen to the market packets, dishes filled with fat are increasing day by day. Biscuits, cookies, samosas, chips, cakes, pizza, momos, all of these are consumed daily. But a dangerous element, transfat, is hidden inside these dishes. The fat hidden inside it gradually damages the heart and blood vessels. Which acts like a ‘silent poison’. What is transfat? Transfat is mainly ‘ partially hydrogenated fat ’. In simple terms, when vegetable oil is repeatedly heated, processed, or chemically processed to preserve it for a long time, its content increases. Earlier, its content was high in products used as ‘ dalda ’ or vegetable ghee. Heating oil repeatedly, keeping fried dishes for a long t...
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‘Transfat should not exceed two percent, up to 15 percent’

 ‘Transfat should not exceed two percent, up to 15 percent’ Transfat increases the amount of bad cholesterol in the blood and causes blood to clot inside the blood vessels. Due to which, the risk of chronic diseases increases. Transfat is a very bad and very harmful fat for health. Transfat is also found naturally. On the other hand, it is produced through industrial processes. Industrial transfat is mainly produced when vegetable oil is converted into ghee through hydrogenation . In this process, it is produced by heating vegetable oil at high temperatures and adding hydrogen molecules. In such a process, the liquid oil is converted into a solid state, i.e. vegetable ghee . Vegetable ghee produced by this process is used to make bakery products, biscuits, and various processed foods. Vegetable ghee has been widely used for the last three decades and has emerged as a cheap alternative to ghee. When vegetable oil is heated many times, the amount of transfat in it increases. Foods...

What to do immediately if a coin gets stuck in a child's throat?

 What to do immediately if a coin gets stuck in a child's throat? If it gets stuck in the trachea, it will suddenly become very difficult to breathe. A whistling sound may be heard. What to do immediately if a coin gets stuck in a child's throat? Swallowing objects such as coins, buttons, and batteries can get stuck in the throat or trachea, and if not treated immediately, there is a risk of death. Young children are very restless. They are also very excited about everything. Since children's senses develop rapidly, if they come across something new, they will first put it in their mouth. Due to which sometimes something gets stuck in the throat after swallowing. The problem of food or other objects getting stuck in the throat in children is called choking in medical terms . If not treated immediately, it can cause respiratory obstruction and be life-threatening. This risk is especially high in children under 5 years of age, because their trachea is small. The ability to c...

Do you have a habit of monotonous work? It could be a problem with hyperfocus

 Do you have a habit of monotonous work? It could be a problem with hyperfocus The habit of focusing on one task for too long can indirectly increase the risk of stroke . Do you have a habit of monotonous work? It could be a problem with hyperfocus According to psychiatrist Dr. Rit Poudel , hyperfocus is when the mind is so deeply immersed in one task that it forgets the needs of time and the body. Neurologist Dr. Suresh Sapkota said that people with ADHD are more likely to lose attention control and become too immersed in hobbies. Studies by the World Health Organization and the International Labor Organization have shown that working more than 55 hours a week increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and mental problems. Once you get stuck in a job, you don't want to leave. You don't know where the time has gone. You forget about hunger, sleep, and thirst. You don't sleep, eat, or do anything else. Your attention doesn't go anywhere, you just want to keep doing ...

Why is it necessary to have a husband during pregnancy?

 Why is it necessary to have a husband during pregnancy? During pregnancy, a husband and wife go to the doctor together to reduce the stress of the pregnant woman and have a positive effect on the prenatal development of the child. The active participation of the husband helps the pregnant woman to provide emotional support , make the right decisions, and access to health care. The support of the husband improves maternal and fetal health , contributing to the harmony and health of the family after birth. Every pregnant woman faces various physical and mental changes during pregnancy. She is filled with worries, fears, excitement, and many kinds of hopes. If her spouse is always there to support her during such a critical time, this special journey of pregnancy will be easier and more enjoyable. Receiving emotional support increases the confidence of the pregnant woman and makes her feel safe. Research has also shown that the participation of the husband reduces the stress of the ...

Vegetables are high in pesticides, how to stay healthy?

 Vegetables are high in pesticides, how to stay healthy? It is now difficult to imagine vegetables without pesticides. However, you can make them pesticide-free in three ways. A report on May 8 confirmed that more than 99.08 percent organophosphate pesticides were found in Rayo vegetables at the Kalimati vegetable market . Doctors have said that organophosphate pesticides, when consumed for a long time, affect the nervous system and negatively affect memory, attention, and behavior. Although the government has banned 27 dangerous pesticides , experts from the Ministry of Agriculture have said that the misuse of pesticides has increased due to weak implementation and lack of training for farmers. Kathmandu. Doctors say, ‘Eat vegetables to stay healthy’ Laboratory report says, ‘Vegetables are high in pesticides.’ Consumers are in a dilemma. Does eating vegetables make you healthy or sick? Does it provide fiber, vitamins, and other micronutrients or does it cause health-threatening...

Why is it forbidden to wear a hoodie to a nightclub?

 Why is it forbidden to wear a hoodie to a nightclub? When you think of a nightclub , many people think of flashing lights, loud music, and a scene of fun. There is also a certain amount of freedom to have fun. However, many people encounter an unexpected obstacle when they reach the club gate. That is the dress code . Bouncers , in particular, do not allow people wearing clothing such as hoodies to enter. Some may find this rule to be an intrusion on personal freedom. However, the reason for this is security. Some of the reasons are as follows: 1. Facial recognition on CCTV There are hundreds of people in nightclubs. In such a crowded place, there is a high risk of any unpleasant incident, such as assault, theft, or sexual assault. If someone is wearing a hoodie, the CCTV cameras installed in the club cannot clearly capture their face. However, from a security point of view, it is imperative that the face of every person entering the club is clearly visible. 2. Carrying prohibite...

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