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How does fiber make the stomach feel 'light'?

How does fiber make the stomach feel 'light'? Fiber is a type of carbohydrate—existing in both soluble and insoluble forms—that can help alleviate constipation and promote regular bowel movements. Fiber is a carbohydrate that our digestive system cannot fully digest; consequently, it mostly passes through the digestive tract and is eliminated from the body. This characteristic allows fiber to play a crucial role in the health of the stomach and intestines. There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber mixes with water to form a gel-like substance. It can help slow down digestion, regulate blood sugar levels , and assist in managing cholesterol. Foods such as oats , barley, apples, oranges, beans, and peas contain soluble fiber. Insoluble fiber, on the other hand, does not dissolve in water. It adds bulk to the stool and helps it move smoothly through the intestines. Wheat bran , whole grains, certain vegetables, fruit skins, and nuts contain this type of...

How much rice is appropriate to eat in a day?

How much rice is appropriate to eat in a day? Depending on physical activity, age, health status, and weight goals, one can consume approximately half a cup to one cup of cooked rice per meal. Rice is a staple food in Nepali kitchens, cooked almost daily. Many families in Nepal make rice the main component of both their morning and evening meals; for some, a meal doesn't feel complete without it. Our traditional way of eating involves consuming rice with lentils ( dal ), vegetables, pickles ( achar ), and meat. However, with the recent rise in issues like weight gain, diabetes, heart disease, and other lifestyle-related ailments, questions have arisen regarding appropriate rice consumption. How much rice can one eat in a day? The amount of rice one should eat depends on age, physical activity, health status, and goals regarding weight loss or gain. If you have a healthy weight and lead an active daily life, consuming about one cup of cooked rice per meal is acceptable. If you are ...

Study Finds GLP-1 Drugs Have Little Impact on Other Aspects of Life

Study Finds GLP-1 Drugs Have Little Impact on Other Aspects of Life GLP-1 drugs , such as Ozempic , have revolutionized the treatment of Type 2 diabetes . These medications help patients control blood sugar levels and lose weight. Researchers have been investigating whether these physical improvements also affect other areas of life, such as mental health and employment . Economists Robert Kaestner from the University of Chicago and Qiping Siman conducted a new study on this topic. They found that the use of GLP-1 drugs among adults with diabetes did not lead to significant changes in mental health, employment, or marital status . Kaestner stated, "We know these drugs improve health, and there is plenty of research confirming those benefits. However, whether those improvements extend to other aspects of people's lives had not actually been tested." The researchers analyzed data from the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey spanning from 2012 to 2023. They examined factor...

Oral Health: Essential for Children to the Elderly

Oral Health: Essential for Children to the Elderly In Nepal, oral cancer is more common in men over 50 years of age, and smoking is the main cause, and new cases have increased by 35.71 percent. 'In today's busy lifestyle, not all of us are able to keep our mouths healthy, which directly affects our overall physical health. Therefore, a healthy mouth is a healthy life.' The slogan of World Oral Health Day 2026 is 'A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life'. Due to their damaged teeth, they are afraid and hesitant to speak or laugh in front of a crowd of people. This also affects their mental health. On the other hand, they feel inferior and consider themselves weak. There are many problems that arise from not keeping their mouths healthy. Nowadays, various types of problems are seen in the teeth of young children to the elderly. Dental problems and pain also affect a person's eating and sleeping habits, which negatively affects their overall physical health. Today, abou...

Humans gained the power of sight due to a bacterium, scientists reveal

Humans gained the power of sight due to a bacterium, scientists reveal Among the five senses, the function of the eye is to see. The structure of the eye is so complex that even Charles Darwin could not define this organ correctly. After all, how did the eye, which is considered a very important organ, develop? How did it acquire sight? Scientists have made an important revelation. According to them, all vertebrates , including humans, acquired the ability to see due to a bacterium. According to scientists, the same bacterium introduced the gene that made the retina of the eye active towards light into our body. Research on this has recently been published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . This study was conducted by a team including Ling Zhu , an eye biologist at the University of Sydney, Australia . According to him, the eyes of vertebrates evolved in a very complex way. It contains a mixture of different types of genes, i.e. genes. In fact, bacteria cha...

Scientists discover bacteria that eat plastic

Scientists discover bacteria that eat plastic Scientists have developed self-destructive plastic . Scientists say that this will help reduce pollution. Polyurethane , i.e. plastic, is used everywhere. Since it is difficult to recycle, it is disposed of in landfills. However, scientists have found a scientific solution to this. Scientists have developed a plastic that self-destructs by incorporating particles of plastic-eating bacteria . Those bacterial particles remain inactive as long as the plastic is being used. However, when the plastic is disposed of after use, they revive and start eating the plastic. University of California researcher Han Sol Kim says that this gives us hope that we can reduce plastic pollution in nature. In addition, it has another advantage that the bacterial particles of plastic-eating bacteria increase the hardness of the plastic. Another researcher, John Pokorsky, says, “Our process makes the material stronger, which increases its useful life. And, wh...

Can oral bacteria protect against Alzheimer's?

Can oral bacteria protect against Alzheimer's? According to the University of Exeter , there are some bacteria in the human mouth that can be a factor in the changes that occur in the brain with increasing age. Oral bacteria can protect against Alzheimer's , a brain problem. Similarly, experts claim. Alzheimer's disease is a ' neurodegenerative' condition . In which brain cells start to deteriorate. This causes difficulty in memory, thinking ability and daily activities. According to experts from the University of Exeter, there are some bacteria in the human mouth that can be a factor in the changes that occur in the brain with increasing age. Study author Dr. Joanna L. Hurrex says, 'During a study conducted by the University of Exeter, such types of bacteria have been discovered, which are associated with excellent memory and consciousness, while many other bacteria are associated with weak brain and Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's disease can be dete...