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Is Common Food Packaging Giving Children Autism? Unpacking the Concern
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, interacts with others, and experiences the world. Over the years, more and more children have been diagnosed with autism, leading many people to wonder: why is this happening? Could something in our everyday environment be responsible? One area that has come under scrutiny is food packaging. Yes, the packaging that keeps our food fresh and safe might also be playing a role in the rising rates of autism. Let’s take a closer look at what this means.
By Komal Ghotraabout a year ago in Chapters
Mastering Air-Fried Apple Chips
Crispy and Delicious: The Ultimate Guide to Air-Fried Apple Chips In the world of snacks, few things compare to the simplicity and satisfaction of a crunchy chip. Traditional potato chips are often high in fat and calories, leading many to seek healthier alternatives. One such alternative that’s gaining popularity is air-fried apple chips. These crispy treats offer a delicious and nutritious way to satisfy your snack cravings without the guilt. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the benefits of apple chips, provide a foolproof recipe for making them in an air fryer, and share tips to ensure they turn out perfectly every time.
By Baris Devinabout a year ago in Chapters
The Ultimate Guide to Perfect Sweet Potato Fries
The Ultimate Guide to Sweet Potato Fries: History, Recipe, and Tips for Perfection Sweet potato fries have become a beloved alternative to the classic French fries, capturing the hearts of food enthusiasts everywhere. Their sweet, savory flavor and crisp texture make them a favorite side dish or snack. But what makes these fries so special? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the history of sweet potato fries, provide you with an easy-to-follow recipe, and share tips to ensure your fries turn out perfectly every time.
By Baris Devinabout a year ago in Chapters
What Happens When You Quit Salt?
salt consumption has increased by 50 percent over the last 40 years in the US with the average American consuming 3 400 milligrams of salt a day which is nearly double the amount of salt that's recommended but given that high salt intake is associated with high blood pressure kidney disease stroke and heart disease what actually happens if you quit salt to tackle this question we're first going to start with what happens when you decrease your salt and then we'll move into what would happen if you completely cut salt out of your diet because spoiler alert the results are very different first up a low salt diet which could range from around 1500 milligrams to around 2300 milligrams per day after one week you might not physically feel the difference but your body has already lowered its blood pressure your kidney is responsible for this by regulating what's inside your blood vessels when you're well hydrated and drinking fluids it tells your body to excrete any extra water and if you're dehydrated it sends a signal to not only increase thirst but to cause reabsorption of your fluids in the kidney making your body hold on to more water water this is all in an effort to keep the perfect balance of water and salt between your blood and cells but consuming lots of salt can sometimes get in the way of this process since your body can't produce its own we consume salt through the diet where it's eventually absorbed into your blood normally your kidney would eliminate any excess salt that your body doesn't need similar to how it regulates excess water but over time with high salt intake your kidney can't exactly keep up with filtering it all out which means your blood stays more concentrated with sodium this extra sodium in your blood ends up pulling water from your cells into your blood through osmosis because the water wants to be where the sodium is and that ideal concentration gradient between them is thrown off this ultimately leads to an increase in your blood volume which increases blood pressure and years of research has shown increased blood pressure over long periods of time is associated with many health conditions so by consuming a low sodium diet you minimize the risks of having chronic high blood pressure a few weeks into low sodium and you may be feeling less stressed recent Studies have shown that high levels of salt not only increases stress hormones in the body but that when you're challenged with a stressful situation the hormonal response to it is much more Amplified while these early Studies have been done on mice further research aims to look directly at stress hormones in humans and also examine Salt's role in anxiety and aggression after four weeks you might start feeling lighter because reducing sodium in your diet can reduce bloating the dash sodium trial one of the biggest trials looking at blood pressure and diet showed that high sodium increased bloating in a dose-dependent manner regardless of the type of diet in other words as you decrease salt you're likely to decrease bloating proportionately now the short-term benefits of a low sodium diet are great but the real benefits are long-term a recent study completed in 600 villages in rural China had individuals with a history of stroke or those over the age of 60 with hypertension consume low salt diets they found that reducing salt in the diet reduced Strokes major cardiovascular events and death within five years so how do they actually cut their salt intake they simply substituted 30 percent of sodium chloride typical table salt with potassium chloride salt while it doesn't taste the exact same it's actually a really clever way to make something a little more salty without having to add sodium which is the main culprit and health issues because it's so often over consumed potassium consumption on the other hand is typically under consumed and adequate potassium intake can help improve blood pressure regulation so there's benefits of reducing salt for many people particularly those who have hypertension but what would happen if you completely cut sodium out of your diet it would be pretty hard since nearly everything you consume has some level of salt in it but let's play it out it's obviously important for your body your nerves signal what the use of salts are muscles contract and relax thanks to salts it's also involved with helping transport nutrients throughout the body so when you don't have enough your body enters a state known as hyponatremia just like too much salt not enough can cause problems between the blood and cells but this time in an attempt to get the salt concentration and gradient back to normal your body starts excreting Water by getting rid of water it helps to solve one problem but this can lead to severe dehydration within one week you might begin to feel nauseous and start vomiting of course vomiting can also reduce any sodium left in our body which would make the condition worse after two weeks you may start to get random muscle twitching because our muscles require sodium for Contracting and relaxing and after three weeks it's likely that the brain would begin to increase in size because the vessels surrounding the brain have less salt compared to the tissue so the water moves into the cells the osmosis resulting in swelling this will first lead to confusion and can eventually cause seizures and bring you into a coma and I know what you're thinking just add some salt back into the diet and you're back to normal but there's a catch we actually can't correct our blood sodium too fast or we can cause osmotic demyelination because the brain gets dehydrated this is why going too extreme on salt reduction can be risky particularly for people who are not at risk for hypertension in the first place some data suggests that low sodium diets can not only impact your mental Clarity and focus but taken too far can actually increase the risk of cardiovascular disease as well while many people do eat too much salt if you're a healthy person eating mainly Whole Foods or low carbs which hold on to water for your body or doing a lot of exercise it's important to maintain or ingest salt into your system and if you don't have hypertension or a risk for high blood pressure studies generally show it's not something you need to overthink it's really about finding that Goldilocks range not too high and not too low which guidelines typically say is around 2 300 milligrams per day for most people for many people your body will tell you what you need if you're craving it or feeling grossed out by salt just listen to your body but of course does always talk to your Healthcare professional to figure out whether on either end of the extreme Spectrum after all some individuals are more sensitive to Salt than others for example women of all ethnicities and age groups have been shown to fall into this category so higher salt diets may be a bigger risk like everything in life the dose is the poison and in this case too much or too little can hurt you but what for watching hopefully this has been useful and educational for you if you liked it make sure you like the video otherwise subscribe for more science in the very near future peace
By TBH Agencia Exclusiva Colsanitasabout a year ago in Chapters
Slow Down Aging: Boost Your NAD Levels for a Healthier, Longer Life
Understanding the Aging Process Aging is a complex process influenced by various factors, including genetics, lifestyle, and environmental exposures. One critical aspect is the decline in cellular energy production. Our cells require a constant energy supply to function optimally, and as we age, this energy production decreases.
By Emillia Edivane about a year ago in Chapters
Perfectly Crispy Chickpeas
Crispy Chickpeas: A Crunchy, Nutritious Snack Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are a nutritional powerhouse. Packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins, they’re a staple in many healthy diets. When cooked in an air fryer, chickpeas transform into a deliciously crispy, crunchy snack that’s perfect for satisfying your cravings without the guilt. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore how to cook crispy chickpeas that are not only tasty but also easy to make and incredibly versatile.
By Baris Devinabout a year ago in Chapters
Chasing Cheese: Unlocking the Nutritional Power and Irresistible Flavor of Daily Dairy Delight
Cheese is not just delicious; it’s also incredibly nutritious and can be a great addition to your daily diet. Here's why I consume cheese every single day and why you might want to as well.
By Emillia Edivane about a year ago in Chapters
The Truth About Raw Milk: Separating Myths from Facts
Have you ever heard that raw milk and cheese cause 840 times more illnesses than pasteurized milk and cheese? That sounds really scary, doesn't it? This claim was advertised by a media company, raising a lot of concerns. But is it true? Today, let's dive into whether raw milk and raw cheese are really that much more dangerous than their pasteurized counterparts.
By Emillia Edivane about a year ago in Chapters
Navigating the Ice Cream Aisle: The Healthiest and Unhealthiest Choices
Introduction Ice cream is a beloved treat enjoyed by many, but not all ice creams are created equal. In this post, we will delve into the worst and best ice creams you can eat. Surprisingly, some ice creams are healthier than others. I'll also share a delicious homemade ice cream recipe at the end.
By Emillia Edivane about a year ago in Chapters
How a spoonful of honey in a cup of hot water every morning can change your life
When I was a child I had problem of being sick quite often. I used to have cold related problems most of the time. Swelling of throat is very painful and believe me or not I had to endure that pain every now and then. My parents did take me to the doctor, but it was always a temporary solution. It went on like this up till I was in my twenties when I first discovered this concoction and believe me, it did bring amazing changes to my life. Here I am going to share what great benefits this drink does offer. Now let's dive a little deeper.
By Subrata Mondalabout a year ago in Chapters
