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 How much truth is there to the claim that one must sleep for eight hours to stay healthy? For the elderly, a lack of sleep can increase the risk of falling out of bed and suffering bone fractures. It can also make them susceptible to neurological issues , such as memory-related disorders. How much truth is there to the claim that one must sleep for eight hours to stay healthy? Although it is said that adults need at least seven to eight hours of sleep, doctors note that the same duration is not suitable for everyone. Studies show that sleep requirements vary based on age, the nature of one's work, health conditions, and sleep quality ; therefore, the need cannot be strictly defined by a specific figure like seven or eight hours. Sound, deep sleep is essential for a healthy body. How much sleep is actually needed? The answer we most often hear is, "You must sleep for at least seven to eight hours." Consequently, we have come to associate sleep with a specific number. We c...

 Toothbrushes contain billions of bacteria, how can you stay safe? Kathmandu. The small toothbrush you use to clean your teeth every morning and evening is actually a breeding ground for millions of microorganisms. The microorganisms on your toothbrush can have a variety of harmful effects on your oral and overall health. Our toothbrush is actually a small ecosystem where billions of microorganisms grow and thrive every day. The bristles of the brush are like a dry land, which when wet with water, become filled with nutrients for a while, turning into a suitable environment for bacteria. Millions of organisms live between these tiny plastic fibers. Concern According to studies, the toothbrushes we use can contain about one million to 12 million bacteria and fungi. They come from hundreds of different species and form a biological film on the surface of the toothbrush. When we brush twice a day, water, saliva, skin cells, and small food particles reach the bristles of the brush. Thi...

 The risk of appearance: how to present the incident of suicide? The sensational reporting of the first incident may have directly or indirectly played a role in the second and third incidents. According to a study by the World Health Organization , it has been found that the risk of suicide is high within three to four days after the news of suicide is broadcast. Experts suggest that the media should provide information about psychosocial counseling and support services without describing the method and location of the incident in detail. In recent times, the method of incidents in different places of the country, including Kathmandu Valley, is the same - self-immolation. These incidents created a debate from the parliament to the streets and also received widespread discussion in the media and social networks. Such content reaches thousands of people within minutes on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and online news platforms. It is the responsibility of the media to provide informati...

 How to identify fake medicines? Things to know Recently, the Department of Drug Administration has issued a very urgent notice stating that a fake version of the medicine called ‘ Seroflo Rotacap ’ has been found in the market. This incident is not limited to one medicine, but rather it indicates that the risk of fake medicines still exists in Nepal. In such a situation, it is very important for the general public to be aware of what fake medicines are, why they are made, how they are sold, how to recognize them, and how to protect themselves. The information issued by the Department of Drug Administration has clearly marked the difference between the information and the label details. What is a fake medicine? A fake medicine is a medicine that pretends to be manufactured by a genuine company but is not actually manufactured by such a company, is incorrectly labeled, or is deliberately prepared with the intention of deceiving. The following information issued by the Department 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...

 Vegetables are high in pesticides, how to stay healthy? It is now difficult to imagine vegetables without pesticides. However, you can make them pesticide-free in three ways. A report on May 8 confirmed that more than 99.08 percent organophosphate pesticides were found in Rayo vegetables at the Kalimati vegetable market . Doctors have said that organophosphate pesticides, when consumed for a long time, affect the nervous system and negatively affect memory, attention, and behavior. Although the government has banned 27 dangerous pesticides , experts from the Ministry of Agriculture have said that the misuse of pesticides has increased due to weak implementation and lack of training for farmers. Kathmandu. Doctors say, ‘Eat vegetables to stay healthy’ Laboratory report says, ‘Vegetables are high in pesticides.’ Consumers are in a dilemma. Does eating vegetables make you healthy or sick? Does it provide fiber, vitamins, and other micronutrients or does it cause health-threatening...

 What is acupuncture? How does it work? Acupuncture is a medical method under the Chinese medical system. Aku means needle and panchar means pricking. In this sense, acupuncture is generally defined as pricking at various points on the skin using small needles. The beginning of the acupuncture medical system In ancient times, people used stone weapons to fight wars. When fighting wars, stone weapons were used to strike people in various places. In this way, when stone weapons were planted in different parts of the body, the planted part would be injured, but even though there was a wound in the place where the strike was made, the pain in another part of the body began to decrease, and long-standing diseases were cured. Acupuncture specialist Dr. Jhula Adhikari (Rabin) It is estimated that a kind of research began while considering why and how it happened. And it is believed that it gradually developed into acupuncture medicine. In this way, this medical system is believed to have ...