Expert's advice: Cold weather is increasing, do not take medicine indiscriminately if you have a cold As the country, including Kathmandu, has started to experience extreme cold, experts have suggested not to buy medicine if you have a cold this season. Children and senior citizens especially need more care during the winter season. Experts have urged people to take necessary precautions, saying that children are more likely to suffer from respiratory problems, colds, throat infections, stomach aches, etc. during the winter season. Pediatrician Dr. Ramhari Chapagain of Kanti Children's Hospital says that respiratory problems, pneumonia, and 'cold diarrhea' (cold-related diarrhea) are more common during the winter. 'Nutritious food is needed to protect children from colds. Although children need nutritious food at any time, they need it more during winter than at other times. It helps in digesting common diseases,' he said. He also said that all the vaccines pro...
What happens if you leave carbohydrate foods completely? Most people believe that carbohydrates cause weight gain. That's why they cut carbohydrate foods from their diet. Is this really true? Some people are saying, "After giving up carbohydrate-rich foods, high blood pressure and chronic diseases such as diabetes can be cured." Are carbohydrates really not necessary for the body? Does consuming carbohydrates lead to weight gain or does it have any negative health effects? Reducing the amount of carbohydrates is not harmful to health. But it is not advisable to give up carbohydrates completely. Carbohydrate is one of the three macronutrients. Apart from fats and proteins, the body also needs carbohydrates for daily functions. In this case, stopping its intake completely can increase the problem. Lack of energy Carbohydrates are the body's most important source of energy. If not enough carbohydrates are consumed, it often leads to feeling tired, weak and lethargic. La...