Health Instructions

2024-10-16 10:30

Muhamad

Toothbrushes and bathroom showers are full of microscopic, invisible bacteria

Toothbrushes and hot showers are full of microorganisms, some of which have not been seen under a microscope, according to a new study.

Researchers at Northwestern University sampled 32 toothbrushes and 92 showers across the United States and found hundreds of species They have never been seen under a microscope before.

"Toothbrushes and showers are hiding places for hundreds of species of organisms and bacteria," said Erica Hartman, lead author of the study.

Hartman said the presence of bacteria and germs in toothbrushes and showers is not a concern, but cleaning should not be neglected.


Health Instructions

2024-10-16 10:33

Muhamad

How to avoid heartburn!

Professor Vladimir Popov, of the Russian University of Biotechnology, said that we can eliminate the pain of heartburn through certain daily foods.

According to the professor, we should pay full attention to cereals such as; Sauerkraut and brown rice, as well as carrots, beets, zucchini, spinach, broccoli, green beans and fruits, because these products are high in dietary fiber, which makes you feel full for a long time and thus avoid overeating Avoid foods that cause heartburn.

The professor added that stomach acid can be eliminated by eating primary products – cauliflower, yellow watermelon, bananas and nuts.

According to him, exercise plays an important role in controlling the symptoms of depression, so it is considered the first line of prevention and treatment.

Fatty foods, salt and spices are sources of pain for heartburn, such as; Fatty meats, fast food, potato chips, pizza, smoked sausages, spices and hot sauces. Citrus fruits, vegetables, sour fruits, coffee, soft drinks, garlic, onions, grapes, chocolate, sweets and sour foods can also cause heartburn.

The professor adds that smoking stimulates the secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which leads to hyperacidity. Tobacco smoke also causes minor irritation and burning in the mucous membrane of the esophagus.

The professor added that it is better not to drink water, tea or coffee immediately after meals.

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Health Instructions

2024-10-16 10:32

Muhamad

Doctors warn against eating certain parts of chicken

Doctors and health experts point out that in some places chicken fat is equivalent to the fat of red meat; The best way to prepare chicken is to steam it or roast it without the red skin.

Doctors and health experts say in a new study that chicken generally has the least fat. They also explain that chicken breast should be eaten for dinner, and other parts should be prepared for lunch, because most other parts except the breast, similar to red meat and contain saturated fat.

Doctors and health experts warn against eating chicken with its skin because it contains a high amount of saturated fat.

They said most of those who give up red meat, but at the same time eat chicken with the skin, which does not benefit them and is like eating red meat.

Doctors and health experts point out that eating chicken skin can cause premature aging of blood vessels and skin.

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