2025年1月9日 星期四

聽說中藥怕白蘿蔔?科學解釋和實用建議


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今天因為腰痛到有時難以行走,於是到附近的中藥診所針灸和推拿。醫生也開了藥。

回到家,恰巧晚餐還有一兩天前煮的白蘿蔔湯要再繼續喝掉。妻子突然問:聽說白蘿蔔和中藥相剋,不知真假。

現在我遇到問題,很少使用Google搜尋引擎,而是打開ChatGPT詢問。當然,它的答案不一定正確。以下是它的回應,謹供大家參考和討論。

2024年12月26日 星期四

過敏性肺炎高危險區域曝光,這些家中角落你清潔了嗎?

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近期,家中常見的隱藏角落,如洗衣槽、浴室天花板等,可能成為過敏性肺炎的誘因,引起廣泛關注。過敏性肺炎,又稱外因性過敏性肺炎,主要因吸入有機塵(如細菌、黴菌、動物蛋白等)導致,影響肺泡及末端小支氣管。若未及時處理,可能進展為間質性纖維化,甚至引發呼吸衰竭等嚴重後果。(參考資料來源:洗衣槽、浴室天花板...家中「這9個地方」恐讓你得過敏性肺炎!嚴重還可能肺纖維化、呼吸衰竭,Yahoo!新聞)

專家指出,家中以下九個地方容易滋生黴菌,增加過敏性肺炎風險:

2024年12月22日 星期日

用一分鐘單腳站立,換取更強健的身體和心靈


單腳站立(又稱「金雞獨立」)是一種簡單且有效的平衡訓練,對健康有多方面的益處。以下是來自可靠來源的研究結果:

1. 預測健康狀況與壽命

1999年的一項研究發現,單腳站立能力與個人未來的健康狀況和壽命有關。研究人員對2760名50多歲的志願者進行測試,結果顯示,無法單腳站立超過2秒的人,在未來13年的死亡風險是能堅持10秒以上者的三倍。

2. 改善平衡與預防跌倒

隨著年齡增長,平衡能力下降可能導致跌倒風險增加。定期練習單腳站立有助於提升平衡感,強化下肢肌力,從而預防跌倒。

3. 增加骨質密度

日本的研究指出,單腳站立能刺激骨骼,活化造骨細胞,從而增加骨質密度,對預防骨質疏鬆有幫助。

4. 評估腦部健康

有研究表明,無法單腳站立超過20秒可能與腦部健康問題相關,這項測試可作為早期發現中風或失智症風險的指標之一。

5. 簡單易行的訓練方式

單腳站立不受場所限制,隨時可進行。每天練習有助於提升平衡能力、強化核心肌群,並促進整體健康。

總而言之,單腳站立是一種簡單且有效的訓練方法,對提升平衡能力、預測健康狀況、增加骨質密度以及評估腦部健康都有積極作用。建議在安全環境下進行這項練習,並根據自身情況逐漸增加練習時間。

單腳站立對身體健康確實有多方面的益處,包括提升平衡能力、強化核心肌群以及改善關節的穩定性。然而,如果左右腳的站立穩定性明顯不同,這可能反映出一些潛在的健康或身體狀況,專家通常會從以下幾個角度解釋:

  1. 肌肉力量或柔軟度不平衡
    左右腳的穩定性差異可能是因為肌肉力量或柔軟度的不對稱。一側肌肉較弱或緊繃,會導致該側的平衡能力較差。

  2. 關節或結構問題
    如果某一側的膝關節、髖關節或腳踝有受傷史,可能會影響該側的穩定性。此外,脊柱側彎或骨盆傾斜也可能導致左右平衡差異。

  3. 神經系統影響
    平衡能力與神經系統的協調有關。如果某一側的神經功能較弱,例如因為中風後遺症或周邊神經病變,可能會影響該側的穩定性。

  4. 生活習慣或運動模式
    長期使用某一側身體的習慣(例如偏好用一隻腳站立、單側背包等)可能導致肌肉和神經的適應性改變,進一步影響平衡。

  5. 老化與健康狀況
    隨著年齡增長,平衡能力可能會下降。如果左右腳的差異特別明顯,可能提示潛在的健康問題,例如前庭系統失調或特定疾病的早期跡象。

專家通常建議,如果左右腳穩定性差異明顯且影響日常生活,可以尋求物理治療師或運動專家的評估。他們可以針對性的提供平衡訓練、肌肉強化或伸展運動,幫助改善不平衡的狀況。

如果你想改善左右腳站立穩定性的差異,可以從以下幾個方法入手,逐步提升平衡能力、肌肉力量與神經協調性:


1. 基礎平衡訓練

這些練習簡單易行,可在家進行:

  • 單腳站立
    • 每天練習在每隻腳上站立 20–30 秒,逐漸延長時間。
    • 開始時可用手輕輕扶著牆或椅背,隨著穩定性提升,嘗試在不扶持的情況下完成。
  • 閉眼單腳站立
    • 當普通單腳站立變得輕鬆時,試著閉上眼睛練習,這能挑戰你的前庭系統和平衡感。

2. 加入動態元素

動態訓練能模擬更貼近日常活動的平衡需求:

  • 單腳站立踢腿
    • 單腳站立時,用另一隻腳緩慢向前、向側、向後踢腿,保持核心穩定。
  • 平衡墊訓練
    • 使用平衡墊或瑜伽墊增加不穩定性,站在上面做單腳站立。

3. 核心強化訓練

核心肌群對穩定性至關重要,以下動作可以提升:

  • 平板支撐(Plank)
    • 身體呈直線,雙肘撐地保持 20–60 秒。
  • 鳥狗式(Bird Dog)
    • 四肢著地,伸出對側的手臂與腿,保持穩定 5–10 秒,然後交換另一側。

4. 下肢力量訓練

增強腿部力量有助於提升單腳穩定性:

  • 深蹲(Squat)
    • 雙腳分開與肩同寬,緩慢下蹲至大腿與地面平行,然後站起來。
  • 弓箭步(Lunges)
    • 一腳向前跨步,身體下沉至後膝幾乎觸地,然後回到站姿。

5. 神經協調訓練

這些練習能促進腦部與肢體的協調:

  • 交叉拍手練習
    • 單腳站立,交替用左手拍右膝、右手拍左膝。
  • 步行訓練
    • 嘗試在直線上踮腳走路或倒退走路,集中注意力於每一步的穩定性。

6. 放鬆與伸展

柔軟的肌肉能更好地支持平衡:

  • 腿後肌群伸展
    • 面向牆站立,一腳向後伸,保持後腳跟著地,拉伸小腿肌肉。
  • 髖關節伸展
    • 仰躺,將一條腿跨過另一條,雙手抱住大腿背部,輕輕向胸前拉。

以下是相關的影片,進一步解釋單腳站立的好處:


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2024年12月21日 星期六

The Health Benefits of Maintaining Friendships Beyond Fifty

    Maintaining strong social connections after age 50 is not merely a social preference but a critical component of health and longevity.

    Research from the University of Michigan’s National Poll on Healthy Aging indicates that while the vast majority of adults over 50 have at least one close friend, those experiencing poor mental or physical health are notably more likely to lack these vital connections.

    For example, about one in five individuals with fair or poor mental health have no close friends—a rate that is twice as high as the overall population. Similarly, nearly two out of ten older adults with fair or poor physical health report having no close friends.

    The implications of these findings are profound. Strong social connections encourage healthier choices, provide emotional support, and help older adults navigate health challenges. Conversely, the absence of such relationships can increase isolation, exacerbating health issues and creating a detrimental cycle. As Lenard W. Kaye and Cliff Singer emphasize in Social Isolation of Older Adults: Strategies to Bolster Health and Well-Being, maintaining friendships is not just a personal priority but a public health imperative.

    Gender and age also play roles in friendship dynamics. Men are more likely than women to report having no close friends, and adults aged 50 to 64 are more likely to lack close friendships compared to those 65 and older. This challenges the assumption that social isolation increases with age, suggesting that younger seniors may be at higher risk. 

    Marissa King, in Social Chemistry: Decoding the Patterns of Human Connection, highlights how diverse social networks can mitigate such risks by fostering stronger support systems.

    The ways older adults stay connected are diverse. In the month preceding the survey, a large majority had in-person contact with close friends, while similar numbers connected over the phone or through text messages. 

    This adaptability demonstrates their willingness to embrace various communication methods to maintain relationships. Tools like those developed by Visible Network Labs can further support these connections by analyzing and strengthening social ties.

    The benefits of maintaining friendships in later life are well-documented. Studies show that older adults report better moods when they are with friends than when they are alone or with other social partners throughout the day. Additionally, strong social ties have been linked to lower blood pressure, enhanced immune system function, and reduced inflammation.

    However, making and maintaining friendships can become more challenging with age, especially for those facing health issues. Among individuals with fair or poor mental health, nearly two-thirds find it harder to make new friends now than when they were younger. This contrasts with fewer than half of the overall population. 

    Similarly, slightly more than six out of ten individuals with fair or poor mental health find it harder to maintain existing friendships, compared to roughly one-third of the general over-50 population. The challenges of forging and sustaining connections, as depicted in James McBride’s The Color of Water, underscore the importance of resilience and effort in preserving social bonds.

    Despite these difficulties, there is a strong desire among older adults to form new friendships. About three-quarters express interest in developing new connections, some enthusiastic and others somewhat interested. This interest is extreme among those who live alone and those who report feeling lonely, highlighting the critical role of social connections in enhancing quality of life.

    In conclusion, fostering and maintaining friendships beyond the age of 50 is essential for both mental and physical health. As health challenges can impede the ability to sustain these relationships, proactive efforts from individuals, communities, and healthcare providers are crucial in supporting social connections among older adults. 

    By understanding and applying strategies from resources like Social Isolation of Older Adults and Social Chemistry, and leveraging tools such as those from Visible Network Labs, we can collectively work to combat social isolation and promote well-being in later life.

    #HealthyAging #SeniorWellbeing #SocialConnections #FriendshipMatters #MentalHealth

Suggested Reading:

Friendship after 50: Why social support becomes a matter of life and death

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2024年12月15日 星期日

美國肥胖率十年來首降:減重藥物改變健康趨勢?

2023年美國肥胖率下降:減重藥物熱潮引發健康新契機

根據《JAMA Health Forum》期刊發表的研究,美國的肥胖率2023年出現十年來首次下降。這項令人鼓舞的趨勢,出現在GLP-1受體激動劑(如減重藥物Wegovy)的使用日益普及之際。

Weight Loss Drugs Like Wegovy May Be Turning the Tide on U.S. Obesity Rates

U.S. Obesity Rates Decline in 2023: A Promising Shift Amid Rising Weight Loss Drug Use

For the first time in over a decade, U.S. obesity rates saw a slight decline in 2023, according to a study published in the journal JAMA Health Forum. This encouraging development comes amid the growing popularity of GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as the weight loss drug Wegovy.

Study Insights

The study, led by Ben Rader of Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, analyzed data from over 16.7 million American adults from 2013 to 2023. Researchers observed that the average Body Mass Index (BMI) steadily increased from 2013 through 2021, plateaued in 2022, and dropped slightly in 2023.

The obesity prevalence rate declined from 44.11% in 2022 to 43.96% in 2023 — a modest but significant change. Rader described the decline as a “change in trend,” noting that even a small reduction could translate into meaningful health improvements for millions of Americans.

The Role of Weight Loss Medications

The researchers attributed this dip in part to the increased use of GLP-1 receptor agonists like Wegovy, a drug originally developed for diabetes management. The study highlighted that prescriptions for these medications have surged in recent years, potentially driving the overall decline in obesity rates.

Broader Implications

While the exact impact of these medications on national obesity levels requires further study, the data suggests a positive shift. Rader emphasized that individual success stories linked to weight loss drugs may be starting to influence broader public health trends.

“People are taking these drugs, and they’re working at an individual level. And we wanted to see if this individual change actually translates to a population change.” Rader said. “What we found is it does, or we think it does.

The GLP-1 Lifestyle: Transform Your Metabolism & Achieve Lasting Weight Loss with or without Semaglutide explores how GLP-1 receptor agonists like Semaglutide can aid in weight loss. It combines scientific insights with practical lifestyle advice, such as nutrition and exercise tips, to support long-term health improvements.

The Ozempic Revolution: A Doctor’s Proven Plan for Success to Help You Reverse Obesity, written by a medical professional, delves into the transformative potential of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic for treating obesity and diabetes. It includes personalized strategies for achieving sustainable health changes.

Fast, Feast & Flourish: The Comprehensive Guide to Using GLP-1 Medications and Peptides in a Strategic Format that Allows You to Wean Off the Meds and Successfully Maintain Your Weight Loss emphasizes the strategic use of GLP-1 medications to facilitate weight loss and long-term maintenance. It focuses on a holistic approach that balances medical treatment with lifestyle adjustments.

The GLP-1 Weight Loss Dilemma: Why These Breakthrough Medications Don't Work for Everyone and What to Do About It highlights both the benefits and challenges of GLP-1-based weight loss medications. It addresses reasons why some patients might not experience expected results, offering solutions and alternative strategies.

OZEMPIC: Risks, Benefits, and Natural Alternatives examines the pros and cons of GLP-1 medications while exploring natural alternatives. It provides a critical perspective on the growing popularity of such treatments in the media and medical community.

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2024年12月8日 星期日

甜而不膩:黑巧克力如何幫助穩定血糖?


黑巧克力與糖尿病:甜蜜的健康守護?

黑巧克力向來以濃郁的風味與潛在的健康效益著稱,而最新研究更揭示了它在降低第二型糖尿病風險方面的潛力。根據最新科學報告,適量食用黑巧克力或許能提供意想不到的健康防護。

Dark Chocolate and Diabetes: Science Reveals a Surprising Link


Dark Chocolate and Diabetes: A Sweet Solution for Health?

Dark chocolate has long been celebrated for its rich flavor and potential health benefits, but recent studies are shining a spotlight on its role in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. New research suggests that consuming moderate amounts of dark chocolate may offer surprising protective effects against this common metabolic disorder.

2013年12月15日 星期日

媽媽使用30年不敗的廚房秘笈

(網路資訊,審慎參考)

2013-12-15  雜談樂分享

  1. 煮排骨湯時加一小匙醋,可使骨頭中的磷、鈣溶解于湯中,並可保存湯中的維生素。而放入幾塊新鮮橘皮,不僅味道鮮美,還可減少油膩感。

  2. 為了使牛肉燉得快、燉得爛,加一小撮茶葉(約為泡一壺茶的量,用紗布包好)同煮,肉很快就爛且味道鮮美。

  3. 將綠豆在鐵鍋中炒10分鐘再煮能很快煮爛,但注意不要炒焦。

  4. 要因料調味,新鮮的雞、魚、蝦和蔬菜等,其本身具有特殊鮮味,調味不應過量,以免掩蓋天然的鮮美滋味。腥膻氣味較重的原料,如不鮮的魚、蝦、牛羊肉及內臟類,調味時應酌量多加些去腥解膩的調味品,諸如料酒、醋、糖、蔥、薑、蒜等,以便減惡味增鮮味。

  5. 除了挑選好食材,更要選擇優質調料,如果原料好而調料不佳或調料投放不當,都將影響菜肴風味。優質調料還有一個含義,就是烹製什麼地方的菜肴,應當用該地的食材,這樣才能使菜肴風味足具。比如水煮肉,就要用四川郫縣的豆瓣醬和漢原的花椒做出來的味道就非常正宗。當然,條件有限的話,也沒必要一定難為自己。

  6. 河魚有土腥味,煮魚前,把魚放在米酒中或牛奶中浸泡片刻,也可以用紅葡萄酒或啤酒醃一下,就能消除腥味。薑等調料,既能調味,又能解腥。

  7. 煎荷包蛋時,在平底鍋放足油,油微熱時蛋下鍋,雞蛋慢慢變熟,外觀美,不粘鍋,在蛋黃即將凝固之際澆一點冷開水,會使蛋黃又黃又嫩。

  8. 炒雞蛋前加入少量砂糖,會使蛋白質變性的凝固溫度上升,從而延緩了加熱時間,加上砂糖具有保水性,因而可使蛋製品變得蓬鬆柔軟,此外加入幾滴醋,炒出的雞蛋會更加鬆軟味香。

  9. 煮蛋時水里加點醋可防蛋殼裂開,事先加點鹽也可。

  10. 炒土豆時加醋,可避免燒焦,又可分解土豆中的毒素,並使色味相宜。但如果是炸土豆片,則先將切好的土豆片放在水裡煮一會兒,使土豆片表面形成一層薄薄的膠質層,然後再用油炸。

  11. 煮水餃時,在水裡放一顆大蔥或在水開後加點鹽,再放餃子,餃子味道鮮美不粘連;在和麵時,每500克麵粉加拌一個雞蛋,餃子皮挺括不粘連。

  12. 男人下酒菜愛吃的花生米用油炸熟,盛入盤中,趁熱撒上少許白酒,稍涼後再撒上少許食鹽,放置幾天幾夜都酥脆如初。

  13. 煮麵條時加一小湯匙食油,麵條不會粘連,並可防止麵湯起泡沫、溢出鍋外。如在鍋中加少許食鹽,煮出的麵條不易爛糊。

  14. 煮豬肚時,千萬不能先放鹽,等煮熟後吃時再放鹽,否則豬肚會縮得像牛筋一樣硬。

  15. 老雞、老鴨用猛火煮,肉硬不好吃;如果先用涼水和少許食醋泡上2小時,再用微火燉,肉就會變得香嫩可口。

  16. 炒茄子時,在鍋裡放點醋,炒出的茄子的顏色不會變黑。

  17. 炒肉時放鹽過早將熟得慢,宜在將熟時加鹽,在出鍋前再加上幾滴醋,肉質會神奇地變得鮮嫩可口。

  18. 不論做什麼糖醋菜肴,只要按2份糖1份醋的比例調配,是最佳甜酸度。此外,應先放糖,後放鹽,否則食鹽的"脫水"作用會促進菜肴中蛋白質凝固而""不僅糖分,造成外甜裡淡。

  19. 做饅頭時,如果在發麵裡糅進一小塊豬油,蒸出來的饅頭不僅潔白、鬆軟,而且味香。

  20. 將少量明礬和食鹽放入清水中,把切開的生紅薯進入十幾分鐘,洗淨後蒸煮,可防止或減輕腹脹。

  21. 放有辣椒的菜太辣時或炒辣椒時加點醋,辣味大減,放入一隻雞蛋同炒也能達到同樣效果。

  22. 湯太膩,將少量紫菜在火上烤一下,然後撒入湯中。

  23. 當鍋內溫度達到最高時加入料酒,易使酒蒸發而去除食物中的腥味。

  24. 菜籽油有一股異味,可把油燒熱後投入適量生薑、蒜、蔥、丁香、陳皮同炸片刻,油即可變香


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不少人習慣在晚上睡覺時,將手機連在充電器上整夜充電。其實這樣做很危險,尤其是在電壓不穩時,容易引起設備自燃。手機、數位相機等設備充電,儘量不要選在夜間睡覺或無人在場時進行,並且一定要注意遠離易燃物品!

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這種說法或許有待商榷。噗浪討論串:


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  • 寒多祿 回覆刪除
    吃好睡好,健身之寶。飽吃不如餓睡。吃肉不如養肉。吃一斤,不如睡一更。一夜吃食,不如一夜歇力。吃一日筵席,不如睡一日眠席。無錢買補藥,天天早睡覺。 -摘自女人的五大“養血法”
  • 書房長工
    「尤其是在電壓不穩時,容易引起設備自燃」這句話怪怪的。
    1.手機屬精密產品,抗突波回路、零件已是基本設計,除非該零件已經損壞,否則要自燃?2.電壓不穩的原因很多,在一條穩定的線路上,會造成電壓電流不穩的情況反而是同時有大量電器開關。夜間使用電器相對少,同一條線路電壓應該比日間相對穩定。3.其他...
    要說無人注意無法立即應變或許正確,但如果沒有準備滅火器,大概只有「馬上119」與「燒起來再119」的差別而已。
  • minjen 
    嗯…嗯…謝謝分享…午安 (worship)
  • 花橘子 
    不該用的就是浪費~要節能滅碳啦 (wave)
  • Bepheny 
    是喔! (woot)我常這樣耶! (griltongue)









































































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