زیادہ پانی پینے سے کیا خطرات لاحق ہو سکتے ہیں

بہت کم لوگ ایسے ہوں گے جو کھانا یا ورزش پانی پیے بغیر کرسکتے ہوں۔ویسے تو ہمارے جسم کو پانی کی ضرورت ہوتی ہے مگر اس کا بہت زیادہ استعمال بھی سنگین امراض کا باعث بن سکتا ہے۔تو یہ اچھا خیال ہے کہ پانی کی مقدار کو جسمانی ضروریات کے مطابق محدود کردیا جائے، مگر کچھ کام یا چیزیں ایسی ہوتی ہیں جن کے دوران پانی پینے سے گریز کرنا بہتر ہوتا ہے۔سونے سے قبل سونے سے قبل پانی پینے سے گریز کرنے کی 2 وجوہات ہیں، ایک تو یہ کہ بستر پر جانے سے قبل اس یسال کا استعمال نیند کو متاثر کرسکتا ہے، اس عادت کے نتیجے میں رات کو پیشاب کے لیے اٹھنا پڑ سکتا ہے جبکہ سونے میں بھی معمول سے زیادہ وقت لگ سکتا ہے۔ اسی طرح دوسری وجہ کا تعلق گردوں سے ہے۔ جیسا آپ کو علم ہوگا کہ دن کے مقابلے میں رات کو گردے اپنے افعال سست روی سے سرانجام دیتے ہیں، یہی وجہ ہے کہ کچھ افراد کو صبح اٹھنے پر چہرے اور ہاتھ پیر سوجنے کی شکایت کا سامنا ہوتا ہے۔ رات کو سونے سے قبل پانی پینا ایسے افراد میں یہ مسئلہ بڑھا سکتا ہے۔ورزش کے دوران ایک تحقیق کے مطابق ورزش کے دوران پانی پینا منفی اثرات کا باعث بن سکتا ہے، ورزش کے دوران جسمانی درجہ حرارت بڑھ جاتا ہے جس سے گرمی کا احساس ہوتا ہے، مگر خود کو ٹھنڈا کرنے کے لیے زیادہ پانی پینا مختلف اثرات جیسے سردرد، متلی، سرچکرانے وغیرہ کا باعث بن سکتا ہے۔ اسی طرح امراض قلب کے شکار افراد اگر ورزش کے دوران پانی استعمال کریں تو دل پر بوجھ بڑھنے کا امکان ہوتا ہے، اسی لیے ڈاکٹر ورزش کے بعد ہی پانی پینے کا مشورہ دیتے ہیں۔پیشاب کی رنگت ختم ہوجانابے رنگ پیشاب اس بات کی نشانی ہے کہ جسم میں پانی کی مقدار زیادہ بڑھ چکی ہے، اس کی وجہ دن بھر میں زیادہ پانی پینا ہوتا ہے۔ ایسا ہونے سے جسم میں سوڈیم کی سطح کم ہوتی ہے جو کہ مختلف طبی مسائل بشمول ہارٹ اٹیک کا خطرہ بن سکتی ہے۔مرچوں کا احساس کم کرنے کی کوشش زیادہ مرچ مصالحے کے بعد اگر جلن کا احساس ہورہا ہو تو پانی پینے سے گریز کرنا چاہیے، مرچوں میں موجود ایک مالیکیول اسی وقت تحلیل ہوتا ہے جب پانی کی جگہ ٹھوس سیال جیسے دودھ کو پیا جائے۔ اگر مرچوں کے اوپر پانی پیا جائے تو وہ مالیکیول برقرار رہتا ہے اور منہ سے غذائی نالی تک پھیل سکتا ہے، جس سے صورتحال زیادہ بدتر ہی ہوسکتی ہے۔کھانے سے قبل، دوران یا بعد میں پیناکھانے کے دوران پانی پینا بدہضمی کا باعث بن سکتا ہے، اس کی وجہ یہ ہے کہ ہمارا منہ لعاب دہن بناتا ہے جس میں ایسے انزائمے ہوتے ہیں جو صحت مند نظام ہاضمہ کے لیے ضروری ہیں۔ کھانے کے دوران پانی پینا اس عمل کو کم کردیتا ہے جس کے نتیجے میں جسم غذا ہضم نہیں کرپاتا جو وقت گزرنے کے ساتھ معدے کے لیے نقصان پہنچانے کا باعث بنتا ہے۔ خیال رہے کہ ٹھنڈا پانی پینا اس صورتحال کو مزید بدتر کرسکتا ہے۔مصنوعی مٹھاس یہ مشورہ ان افراد کے لیے بہت اہمیت رکھتا ہے جو موٹاپے یا جسمانی وزن میں کمی کی کوشش کررہے ہوں، مصنوعی مٹھاس خوراک کی اشتہا کو بڑھا کر جسمانی وزن میں اضافے کا باعث بنتی ہے۔سمندری پانی یہ تو سب کو معلوم ہے کہ سمندر پانی پینے سے گریز کرنا چاہیے مگر بہت کم لوگ یہ جانتے ہیں کہ یہ صحت کے لیے نقصان دہ کیوں ہے۔ سب سے پہلی بات تو یہ ہے کہ سمندری پانی مختلف وائرسز سے بھرا ہوتا ہے جو نقصان پہنچاتے ہیں، یہی وجہ ہے کہ غلطی سے بھی یہ پانی منہ --> میں چلاجائے تو اسے فوری تھوک دینا چاہیے۔ دوسری وجہ یہ ہے کہ سمندری پانی میں نمک کی مقدار بہت زیادہ ہوتی ہے اور جسم کو اسے خارج کرنے کے لیے بہت زیادہ خالص پانی کی ضرورت پڑسکتی ہے جس کا نتیجہ سنگین ڈی ہائیڈریشن کی شکل میں نکل سکتا ہے۔اگر پہلے ہی بہت زیادہ پانی پی چکے ہوںاوپر لکھا تو جاچکا ہے مگر پھر یاد دلاتے جائیں کہ بہت زیادہ پانی پینا سوڈیم کی سطح کم کرکے ناخوشگوار اثرات کا باعث بن سکتا ہے۔ اسی طرح یہ عادت گردوں کے لیے بھی نقصان دہ ہے کیونکہ اسے خون میں موجود اہم اجزاءکو ریگولیٹ کرنے کا کام چھوڑ کر پانی کے اخراج کے لیے زیادہ محنت کرنا پڑتی ہے۔

Top 5 Bad Foods You Should Eat

Mostly people I meet think that they are pretty health. But when I probe a little deeper into their diets. I quickly find out that they are not eating a lot of healthy foods. Many foods, however, are not so black and white. They can be part of a well-rounded diet when eaten in moderation. The following foods may have bad reputations in your eyes, but deserve reconsideration for some good reasons.

1. Bananas

Unfortunately, bananas have a bad reputation for being a carb-rich fruit. But that's actually one reason they're so great. Research shows that eating bananas can be just as good as drinking a sports drink in fueling exercise performance. Outside of exercise, they're a good source of potassium, one of the nutrients people tend to fall short on, which is essential to help regulate blood pressure. Plus, bananas (especially the greener ones) contain resistant starch, a type of carbohydrate that may improve your gut microbiome and help keep you slim.

2. Fruit

In addition to bananas, people have been skeptical of eating berries, melons, apples or any fruit because of the sugar they contain. The good news for fruit lovers? People who eat fresh fruit every day have lower blood pressure and blood glucose levels, according to a 2016 study in The New England Journal of Medicine. In fact, eating fruit is associated with a 40 percent lower risk of heart disease and a 25 percent lower risk for stroke compared to those who shy away from fruit. "Nature's candy" offers ticker-protective potassium, fiber, folate and antioxidants. Plus, the sugar in fruit is natural and packaged together with fiber to help slow the absorption of sugar into your blood (read: less spikes and dips in blood sugar). Now's the perfect time to whip up a smoothie at home.

Also Read : Is eating dried fruit healthy ?

3. Pasta

You may shy away from the spaghetti Bolognese, but why? If you're worried about weight gain, know that researchers looked at the role pasta plays in the context of a Mediterranean diet on over 14,000 people and published their findings in 2016 in Nutrition & Diabetes. They found that those who ate more pasta were better able to stick to that style of eating, vital because a Mediterranean diet is associated with a reduced risk of conditions like heart disease and cognitive decline. Also important: pasta eaters had lower BMIs and smaller waistlines. Just be sure to stick to vegetable-based sauces, like marinara, rather than cream-heavy ones, like Alfredo. And serve your pasta alongside veggies and protein for a more balanced plate.

4. wine

A daily drink can do you good. A large study published in 2017 on more than 300,000 adults reported that people who are light or moderate tipplers are as much as 22 percent less likely to die prematurely from any cause, including cancer or heart disease, compared to teetotalers. (Heavy consumption increases these risks, so always practice moderation. That's one drink per day for women and two for men.) Polyphenols as well as the alcohol itself may be responsible for the potential benefits seen with moderate drinking.

Also Read : Drinking Red Wine and Prostate Cancer

5. Nuts

Nuts used to be condemned for their high levels of saturated fat, but now a number of dietitians and researchers have changed their stance on saturated fat, saying there's insufficient evidence to conclude that it's linked to heart disease. Plus, it is silly to eliminate an entire food category when it has so much else to offer. While nuts and seeds do contain some saturated fats, they're also chock full of nutrients from heart-healthy fiber, MUFAS (mono-unsaturated fats), omega-3s, bone-building magnesium, calcium and energizing iron.

Is eating dried fruit healthy ?

People say that dried fruit is healthy for human health. But Peoples gain a lot of weight eating dried fruit which is not healthy. The truth is that the actress and comedian Mae West was wrong when she allegedly said: "Too much of a good thing  can be wonderful!" The food contains calories and eating too many calories-even of healthy foods-leads to weight gain. But there are healthy calories and unhealthy ("empty") calories, and fruit is a healthy source of calories. That's as true of dried fruit as fresh fruit.

There are some caveats, however. Because dried fruit is so much smaller than the fresh fruit from which it comes, it's easier to consume a lot of calories eating dried fruit. I rarely eat three fresh apricots or 30 grapes in the course of a few hours, but I frequently consume more than three dried apricots and 30 raisins in a few hours. Another matter of concern is that some dried fruit makers add sugars to dried fruit (which already contain their own natural sugars). When the new Nutrition Facts labels approved by the government start appearing, the amount of added sugars in a serving will be easy to determine.

Dried fruits also contain more fiber and more of the antioxidants called phenols than fresh fruit, per ounce. Fiber fights heart disease, obesity, and some types of cancer (although its possible protective effect against colon cancer is controversial). People with diets rich in plant phenols have lower rates of heart disease, diabetes, several kinds of cancer, and possibly degenerative brain diseases.

So, by all means, keep eating dried fruits: they are full of healthy nutrients. But avoid the added sugars, and keep track of calories. For More information, you can also talk to your doctor

Drinking Red Wine and Prostate Cancer

Although red wine has theoretical Benefits, it has not been proven superior to other forms of alcohols when it comes to fighting cardiovascular disease. Prostate cancer may be different. The Seattle study raises the hope that red wine may help reduce the risk of prostate cancer

A recent report which says that drinking red wine prevents prostate cancer has made waves in the national press, but how much truth is in the claim?

Red wine has been linked to dozens of health benefits over the years, from fighting tooth decay to preventing diabetes, but a new study has made a claim that red Wine might protect against prostate cancer.

Mailonline, Mirror and Sun, Studies and suggested that drinking one glass of red wine per day “could protect men against prostate cancer,” while switching to white would increase the risk.

Published in the journal Clinical Epidemiology, the researchers argued that the difference lies in the levels of resveratrol; a chemical found in the skin of red grapes released during the winemaking process.

The findings were part of a meta-analysis of 17 separate studies on the links between moderate wine consumption and prostate cancer, encompassing around 611,169 men worldwide.

The scientists claimed that people who drank a moderate amount of red wine were 12% less likely to develop the disease, but interestingly, “moderate consumption of white wine increased the risk of prostate cancer.”

However, this is a slight oversimplification of the study’s results. Mihai Dorin Vartolomei, Ph.D., M.D., from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tirgu Mures in Romania said that overall, moderate wine consumption “did not impact the risk of prostate cancer.”

Between 15% and 20% of men are affected by prostate cancer at some time in their lives.

While there was some discrepancy in the effects of red wine and white wine on men within the meta-study, the authors said that, overall, drinking a glass of wine per day had no notable effect on the risk of developing prostate cancer compared to those who did not imbibe the same amount.

“According to this meta-analysis, moderate wine consumption is not a risk factor for PCa development.”

The reason the meta-analysis linked red wine to prevention is that of the results of just one study within the 17 analyzed. When this was removed, no discernible link was found.

In addition to this, the authors pointed out that they couldn’t accurately measure the effect of different kinds of wine per dosage, because the studies they analyzed were restricted to one glass per day.

“Further analyses are needed to assess the differential molecular effect of white and red wine conferring their impact on prostate cancer risk.”

Top 5 Tips to get good night’s sleep in summer

The months of May, June, and July are that of scorching heat and humidity in most parts of the country. With the temperature crossing 40 degree Celsius on most days, the ‘above normal’ heat makes it extremely difficult to maintain a healthy sleep cycle. Moreover, the frequent power cuts add to the woes of the masses. Metro.co.uk quoted a research by Sealy UK, which claimed that 42 percent people are regularly woken up by the muggy temperatures.

Amazing Benefits of Coconut Oil On Your Hair

How to Get Good night's sleep in Summer

Avoid alcohol

It saps essentials fluids from your body. While it may seem like a good idea to drink a tower of chilled beer with your friends, in the long run, it will dehydrate you.

Invest in a quality fan

A good fan uses minimal electricity and makes no noise. A good fan also works wonders in hot temperatures.

Sleep Alone

According to a research, around 36 percent couples sleep in separate beds to stay cool during hot nights to avoid basking in each other’s body heat.

Take a cold shower before you sleep

A cold shower will help reduce your core body temperature. It will also help you sweat a little less.

Use sheets instead of duvets

Most of us are unable to sleep without a quilt. However, the wiser thing to do would be to use plain cotton sheets to cover yourself instead of a thick duvet. (ANI)

5 Best summer health tips for living with kidney disease

A new research has warned that extreme heat can be risky for people with renal diseases. And if you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), you’ll probably need to take certain additional precautions to protect your health during the summer months. Here are five critical health tips designed for people living with chronic kidney disease.

New Delhi: Summer is a great time to have fun with friends and family. It is also the perfect atmosphere to do outdoor activities. Although summer allows people to go outdoors and relax, the warm weather can bring in a host of health problems, especially heat-related illnesses. Just like extreme cold increases mortality risks for people with cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, summer can be a challenging time for people living with renal diseases, according to a new study. In fact, research has shown that heat and cold waves affect people with certain health conditions differently, highlighting the need for a tailored public-service risk-communication.

The findings published in the journal Risk Analysis showed that risk for people with cardiovascular disease or respiratory illness increased in the winter, but not significantly in the summer, which was the opposite for people with renal diseases. However, the study said diabetics showed no clear response to extreme temperature. “Considering climate variability over space and time, tailored emergency risk communication programmes are extremely important for informing the general public about potential health risks, such as severe heat waves or cold snaps, and how individuals can protect themselves,” said Matteo Convertino, Associate Professor of Hokkaido University in Japan who led the study. “Our model can determine such temperature thresholds to start risk communications, which is important for saving human lives,”

And if you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), you’ll probably need to take certain additional precautions to protect your health during the summer months. Here are five critical health tips designed for people living with chronic kidney disease:

Maintain fluid balance

It’s very important to keep a good fluid balance by checking with your healthcare team for guidance. While you do not want to become dehydrated, you’ll have to watch how much you drink to avoid fluid overload which can cause complications in your body. Excess fluid can also accumulate in the lungs, causing breathing difficulty.
Hence, you should check with your doctor about your fluid intake as the temperature rises during hot summer days. Patients are advised to avoid drinking caffeine or alcohol as well as limit intake of sugar as they can cause dehydration. Also, restrict salt intake as too much of this can cause swelling and increase the blood pressure, putting stress on the heart. Kidney patients should eat a healthy, balanced diet consisting of fruits and vegetables.

Apply sunscreen

People on dialysis or living with chronic kidney disease are suggested to wear a good sunscreen with an SPF(sun protection factor) of at least 15. Unprotected exposure to the sun can damage the skin and even result in skin cancers in some cases. So, make sure that you apply sunscreen liberally and remember to reapply it again every two hours. A water-resistant sunscreen is recommended when swimming or exercising.

Wear sunglasses

Just as sunscreen shields your skin from the harmful UV rays, wearing sunglasses when going outside helps protect your eyes. It is suggested to look for sunglasses that block 99 percent of UVB rays and 50 percent of UVA rays.

Get moving

Do not hesitate to go outside during the sunny days and get some exercise. It is vital to find ways to incorporate physical activity into your schedule. But before starting any exercise programme, be sure to check with your doctor or healthcare team who may create a fitness plan that will support your health. Studies suggest simple exercises can help improve the health of kidney patients.

Plan your vacation

With a little pre-planning, you can still have a summer vacation with your loved ones even if you have kidney disease. Just make sure you consult your doctor to determine whether your health is stable enough to go on a trip. Carry your medication, including any essential medical information - in case the need arises. If you do in-center hemodialysis, plan with your nurse or medical team about making arrangements to do dialysis in the place to which you'll be heading to.

Important Note

The content, including advice, is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of physicians. We suggest you work with your doctor or healthcare team for continuity of care and to ensure the best outcome for you.

Amazing Benefits of Coconut Oil On Your Hair

Your Hair is a unique symbol of youth and beauty also your hair reflect your personality.Hair comes in many different lengths,styles,colors,and textures. If you have Long , Wavy, Short, straight, frizzy, smooth or shiny hair, you need to take good care of it.When It Comes to Hair care, regular hair Oiling is a must. There are many types of oil that you can use on your hair, but one of the most useful and popular is coconut oil.

In particular, extra-virgin coconut oil is highly beneficial for your hair. Rich in antimicrobial properties, lauric acid, and medium-chain fatty acids, coconut oil helps strengthen hair, condition the scalp and promote hair regrowth.

Also, this all-natural, multipurpose oil is rich in vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that are beneficial for hair.

Here We Explain some Benefits of using coconut oil on your hair

Treats Hair Loss

Due to extensive use of hair styling tools and products contains harsh chemicals, hair loss is common. But with the regular use of coconut oil, you can keep your hair in very good condition and prevent hair loss. In fact, massaging the scalp with coconut oil will increase blood flow to the hair follicles, condition the scalp and enhance the strength of your hair’s roots.

This, in turn, prevents hair loss and strengthens the hair shafts.

1. Wash your hair thoroughly and let it dry completely.
2. Apply some lukewarm extra-virgin coconut oil on your hair.
3. Massage the oil gently into your scalp for 10 to 15 minutes.
4. Leave this on for at least 3 hours before washing it out.
5. Oil your hair at least once a week. If you have dry hair, twice a week is advisable.

Repairs Damaged Hair

Coconut oil is packed full of nutrients that help treat damaged hair. It easily penetrates deep into the hair shafts, in turn making your hair healthy and preventing the protective cuticles on the surface of each hair strand from becoming damaged.

A 2003 study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Sciences reports that coconut oil, being a triglyceride of lauric acid (principal fatty acid), has a high affinity for hair proteins and, because of its low molecular weight and straight linear chain, can penetrate inside the hair shaft. This helps in preventing hair damage (1).

1. Use lukewarm coconut oil to massage your scalp. Leave it on overnight. Wash your hair the next morning with a mild shampoo. Do this 3 or 4 times a week.
2. Alternatively, mix 3 tablespoons of warm coconut oil into ¼ cup of honey. Blend them thoroughly, then apply it to your damp hair. Let it sit for 20 to 30 minutes, then rinse it out with warm water. Do this 1 or 2 times a week.

Prevents Dandruff

Dandruff is an irritating as well as the embarrassing problem that you can easily get rid of using coconut oil.


Dandruff can be caused by an overgrowth of fungus or yeast on the scalp, and coconut oil’s anti fungal properties help eliminate dandruff. The oil also moisturizes the dry scalp and provides relief from itching, one of the common symptoms of dandruff.

Mix 3 to 4 tablespoons of coconut oil with half that amount of lemon juice.
Rub it on your scalp and massage for a few minutes.
Wear a shower cap and allow it to sit for at least 20 minutes.
Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
Use this remedy 2 or 3 times a week.

Kills Hair Lice

Coconut oil also helps keep your hair and scalp free from lice. The lubricating nature of coconut oil will stop the lice from moving around freely, preventing them from multiplying. The oil will also suffocate the lice and eventually kill them.


A 2010 study published in the International Journal of Dermatology found coconut oil to be more effective than some harsher chemical treatments for lice (2).

Another study published in the European Journal of Pediatrics in 2010 found that a spray containing coconut oil and aniseed oil was an effective treatment for lice (3).

1. Warm up 2 to 3 tablespoons of coconut oil and add a little camphor to it.
2. Apply this oil all over your head, and massage it into your scalp.
3. Cover your head and hair with a shower cap, and leave it on overnight.
4. The next day, wash your hair with shampoo and let it air-dry.
5. Comb it with a nit comb.
6. Use this treatment daily for 5 days to eradicate lice.

Strengthens Hair

Hair grows when given enough nourishment. Although hair is made of protein, it needs a fair amount of vitamins and other essentials to be strong.

A regular head massage with coconut oil is beneficial for your hair’s health. Apart from providing nourishment to the hair follicles, it improves blood circulation to your scalp. This means more nourishment reaches the hair shafts.

Massage warm coconut oil into the roots, scalp, and hair before going to bed. Wash it out in the morning. Do it twice a week.
If you have oily hair, mix coconut oil with castor oil in equal proportions and use it as described above.

Adds Shine to Hair

To get shiny hair, proper nourishment is important. You can nourish your hair shafts by applying coconut oil to your hair regularly. The oil also helps restore moisture to dry and damaged hair, leaving your hair shiny and healthy.

1. Apply warm coconut oil on your hair, from the root to the ends.
2. Massage for a few minutes, then wrap your hair in a shower cap.
3. Leave it on for at least 30 minutes. If possible, leave it overnight.
4. Rinse your hair with water, then shampoo and condition like normal.
5. Do this twice a week.

Tames Frizzy Hair

Frizzy hair is difficult to manage and tame. But with the help of coconut oil, you can easily control your frizzy hair.

Frizzy hair needs extra moisture and coconut oil is a good option to add moisture to your hair. The oil will help seal the moisture into your hair strands and also condition your hair.

On days when your hair seems all out of control and frizzy, rub some coconut oil on your palms and run it through your hair lightly. This will cause the frizz to settle immediately.

On an ongoing basis, massage your hair with lukewarm extra-virgin coconut oil 2 or 3 times a week.