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 ‘A person smiling on the outside may be in pain on the inside’ A hectic lifestyle, economic insecurity, rising unemployment, social expectations and fear of the future, as well as the influence of excessive social media , are further increasing mental pressure . The \'Let's talk about our hearts\' campaign launched by the Government of Nepal is a national initiative to make mental health a social priority and break the silence. The campaign aims to encourage adolescents, youth and the general public to seek awareness, empathy and support about mental health. We live in a society bound by collective thinking and culture. It is our habit to talk to each other, gather, and exchange experiences. There is no shortage of words at home, in tea shops, in the office or on social media. But one important thing is often overlooked in all this dialogue - the heart. From the outside, many people look normal and happy. They have a smile on their face, and they behave naturally. But t...

 Why do people talk and walk while sleeping? Talking in sleep is usually associated with stress, depression, lack of sleep, alcohol consumption, and fever. Sleepwalking is considered more dangerous because the person is not aware that they are walking and can cause injuries. You must have experienced someone who suddenly started talking or mumbling something in their sleep. This habit can happen to some people. At that time, the sleep of others sleeping together may be disturbed. Or the relationship itself may also be affected. Because such people sometimes talk about personal things. Moving their arms and legs, shouting, and screaming are normal. Some even get up and walk in their sleep. However, sleepwalking is considered more dangerous than talking while sleeping. Many people consider this habit normal. However, if this habit continues to increase, it can be a health problem. Why does this happen? What are the ways to avoid it? Sleep talking While we sleep, a kind of safety me...

 Kathmandu Metropolitan City seeks scientific and technological solutions for managing biodegradable waste Kathmandu Metropolitan City has sought suggestions from concerned individuals, organizations and companies to recommend appropriate methods for the scientific and technological management of biodegradable waste generated within its area. The Metropolitan City's Department of Environmental Management issued a notice on Sunday, calling for submission of such suggestions within 15 days. Through the annual policy and program for the fiscal year 082/083, the Metropolitan City has set the goal of waste classification at source , waste to energy and zero waste city . In line with this goal, the Metropolitan City aims to use biodegradable waste as a resource to protect the environment, reduce the burden of waste disposed of in landfill sites and contribute to a circular economy . According to the Metropolitan City, the recommended method should be technological, odorless, environm...

 Pop star sues Samsung for $2.25 billion over unauthorized use of image British pop star and singer Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit against Samsung Electronics seeking at least $15 million (about $2.25 billion) in damages. She has sued the company for using her image on television packaging without permission. According to the complaint, filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California on Friday, Samsung has been distributing its Crystal UHD TV series across the United States since last year with a picture of Lipa on the front of the cardboard packaging. The photo was taken backstage at the Austin City Limits Music Festival in 2024. The photo is officially registered with the US Copyright Office under the name Dua Lipa – Backstage at Austin City Limits, 2024. It is claimed that the copyright to the photo belongs to Lipa. Lipa's legal team is accusing Samsung of copyright infringement , trademark infringement , violation of California's rights o...

 How old is the history of kissing? Scientists have discovered such a mystery Scientists have discovered that kissing began about 55 million years ago in great apes . Humans and some animals kiss, including monkeys and polar bears . How old is this way of expressing affection? Researchers have discovered when and how kissing began. The study claims that kissing by closing the mouth began about 55 million years ago. According to this, the common ancestor of humans and great apes also did the same. The same study also found that Neanderthals , the 'cave men', also kissed, and it is possible that humans and Neanderthals may have kissed each other. Why scientists research kissing is a mystery in itself. Why do people kiss? Kissing is neither necessary for survival, nor does it play a direct role in producing offspring. Yet it is present in almost every human culture in the world, even in animals. After seeing kissing in animals other than humans, scientists created a ‘family tree...

 Why did a study suggest drinking half a glass of water before kissing? A study by Columbia University has suggested that celiac patients drink water before kissing to avoid gluten contamination . When you truly love someone, you are ready to do anything for them. You forget everything and express your love in different ways. This also includes kissing your partner. There is a saying that love makes you forget everything. However, a new study from 2026 suggests that even if you forget everything before expressing your love, you should not forget to drink water. This is not a suggestion to hinder someone's love, but rather a way to avoid the spread of harmful chemicals. That too, not for everyone, but for people with a specific health problem. Celiac patients need water before kissing A recent study conducted at Columbia University tested whether gluten is transferred from one person to another through kissing. Gluten is a type of protein found in grains such as wheat and barley....

 What kind of food should the elderly eat? As they age, many physical problems such as muscle weakness and bone weakness begin to arise. As they age, the digestive process slows down. Some people start having problems due to food, such as when their metabolism weakens in old age, and they start having problems such as stomach pain, bloating, or diarrhea after consuming milk or foods made from it. Some elderly people also have diabetes , high blood pressure , and heart problems. In such cases, they have to eat a lot. These foods should be included in the diet of the elderly Since good nutrition is essential in old age, it is important to ensure that the diet of the elderly is nutritionally adequate and balanced, says nutritionist Praniti Singh . “As we age, our energy needs decrease. As a result, the total amount of food consumed decreases, while many other nutrients that are needed are not enough,” she says. Care should be taken to ensure that all nutrients are provided in sufficie...

 Vitamin supplements should not be taken on their own Supplements are available in the market under countless brand names in the form of syrups, tablets, energy bars, drinks or powders. These supplements claim to fulfill the deficiency of nutrients like vitamins, minerals, calcium, iron and protein in the body. However, according to experts, these supplements cannot compensate for the deficiency of nutritious food. However, the number of people who take such supplements on a whim to stay healthy is increasing. In this context, Dr. Anam Pyakurel , General Practitioner of Civil Service Hospital , says, “Nowadays, people seem to understand their problems and go to the drugstore to take medicine. Be it painkillers or vitamins, over-the-counter medicines do not always help.” According to him, the wrong practice of taking medicine based on information from Google and social media is increasing. Medicines or vitamins are easily available in Nepal without a doctor’s prescription, and some...

 Transfat: A ‘silent poison’ that slowly damages the heart Transfat not only damages cholesterol, it is also associated with high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. All these factors together greatly increase the risk of ‘ cardiovascular disease ’, i.e. heart and blood vessel diseases. From our kitchen to the market packets, dishes filled with fat are increasing day by day. Biscuits, cookies, samosas, chips, cakes, pizza, momos, all of these are consumed daily. But a dangerous element, transfat, is hidden inside these dishes. The fat hidden inside it gradually damages the heart and blood vessels. Which acts like a ‘silent poison’. What is transfat? Transfat is mainly ‘ partially hydrogenated fat ’. In simple terms, when vegetable oil is repeatedly heated, processed, or chemically processed to preserve it for a long time, its content increases. Earlier, its content was high in products used as ‘ dalda ’ or vegetable ghee. Heating oil repeatedly, keeping fried dishes for a long t...

 ‘Transfat should not exceed two percent, up to 15 percent’ Transfat increases the amount of bad cholesterol in the blood and causes blood to clot inside the blood vessels. Due to which, the risk of chronic diseases increases. Transfat is a very bad and very harmful fat for health. Transfat is also found naturally. On the other hand, it is produced through industrial processes. Industrial transfat is mainly produced when vegetable oil is converted into ghee through hydrogenation . In this process, it is produced by heating vegetable oil at high temperatures and adding hydrogen molecules. In such a process, the liquid oil is converted into a solid state, i.e. vegetable ghee . Vegetable ghee produced by this process is used to make bakery products, biscuits, and various processed foods. Vegetable ghee has been widely used for the last three decades and has emerged as a cheap alternative to ghee. When vegetable oil is heated many times, the amount of transfat in it increases. Foods...

 What to do immediately if a coin gets stuck in a child's throat? If it gets stuck in the trachea, it will suddenly become very difficult to breathe. A whistling sound may be heard. What to do immediately if a coin gets stuck in a child's throat? Swallowing objects such as coins, buttons, and batteries can get stuck in the throat or trachea, and if not treated immediately, there is a risk of death. Young children are very restless. They are also very excited about everything. Since children's senses develop rapidly, if they come across something new, they will first put it in their mouth. Due to which sometimes something gets stuck in the throat after swallowing. The problem of food or other objects getting stuck in the throat in children is called choking in medical terms . If not treated immediately, it can cause respiratory obstruction and be life-threatening. This risk is especially high in children under 5 years of age, because their trachea is small. The ability to c...

 Do you have a habit of monotonous work? It could be a problem with hyperfocus The habit of focusing on one task for too long can indirectly increase the risk of stroke . Do you have a habit of monotonous work? It could be a problem with hyperfocus According to psychiatrist Dr. Rit Poudel , hyperfocus is when the mind is so deeply immersed in one task that it forgets the needs of time and the body. Neurologist Dr. Suresh Sapkota said that people with ADHD are more likely to lose attention control and become too immersed in hobbies. Studies by the World Health Organization and the International Labor Organization have shown that working more than 55 hours a week increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and mental problems. Once you get stuck in a job, you don't want to leave. You don't know where the time has gone. You forget about hunger, sleep, and thirst. You don't sleep, eat, or do anything else. Your attention doesn't go anywhere, you just want to keep doing ...