Facts – Keeping Milks Fresh With Frogs
Long before modern refrigeration, people in Russia and Finland reportedly placed living Russian brown frogs in milk to keep it fresh. It turns out the curious practice has a basis in science: Recent research on the amphibians’ skin secretions led by Moscow State University organic chemist A.T. Lebedev shows they’re loaded with peptides, antimicrobial compounds as potent against Salmonella and Staphylococcus bacteria as prescription antibiotic In modern times, many believed that this was nothing more than an old wives’ tale, But researchers at Moscow State University, led by organic chemist Dr Albert Lebedev, have shown that there could be some benefit to doing this, though of course in the end you’ll be drinking milk that a frog was in. Ice boxes first became available to consumers in the early to mid-19th century and, with that, the ice trade became big business, New England and Norway became major purveyors of ice, but anywhere it was cold, ice was a major export. Usually made out of wood with tin or zinc walls and insulation material like sawdust, cork, or straw, ice boxes were popular until they were rendered obsolete by the electrical refrigerator starting around the 1930s. Jacob Perkins invented the first version of the refrigerator in 1834 when it was discovered that the hazardous compound ammonia, when liquefied, had a cooling effect. But it wasn’t until the late 1920s when Freon was developed by General Motors and DuPont as a “nontoxic” cooling agent, and replaced ammonia, that refrigerators for consumers started to gain traction. Despite the prevalence of ice in parts of Russia, in certain small rural Russian villages many didn’t have access to ice boxes, so they had to find ways to keep things cold and unspoiled, A practice developed, that continued into the 20th century, as described by Dr Lebedev from memories from his childhood.
Facts-Gamophobia(Fear Of Commitment/Marriage)
Gamophobia Gamophobia is a fear of marriage and commitment. It is characterized by feelings of excessive and persistent fear of being in a relationship, making a commitment, or getting married. It can make it difficult to form relationships with other people and interfere with a person’s ability to function normally in their daily life. “Gamos” is the Greek word for marriage. “Phobos” (phobia) means fear. Like other types of phobias, gamophobia is marked by fear that is out of proportion to the actual danger or threat. Such symptoms are persistent and last for six months or longer. Signs and Symptoms of Gamophobia Gamophobia is more than just being cautious or somewhat hesitant about making a big commitment. People who have this condition experience intense fear when faced with the reality or even sometimes just the thought of being in a committed relationship or marriage. Some symptoms that a person might experience include immediate feelings of anxiety, fear, or panic. It is also common for people to take steps to avoid committing such as distancing themselves from others, breaking up with the person they are dating, or avoiding dating. People also often experience physical symptoms such as: Chest pain Choking sensations Dizziness Feelings of impending doom Hyperventilating Rapid heart rates of breath Sweating Trembling People who have this condition are often capable of getting into relationships, but when things start to become serious, they often begin to exhibit signs of fear and anxiety. In other cases, some people are so afraid of commitment that they will avoid relationships altogether.
Smoking Effects On Male Fertility & Sperm Quality
One third of all men globally smoke some form of tobacco and that 21.6% of American men smoke cigarettes. More recently, researchers have begun to explore the relationship between cigarette smoking and reproductive health. Cigarette smoking, one of the main causes of preventable morbidity and mortality, has a multitude of well-known side effects. The relationship between cigarette smoking and infertility has been studied for decades; however, large-scale, population-wide prospective studies are lacking. The effects of smoking on assisted reproduction and in vitro fertilization outcomes are noted. The consequences of smoking while pregnant on future fertility as well as the outcomes of second-hand smoke are analyzed. The current evidence suggests that men should be advised to abstain from it in order to improve reproductive outcomes. It is strongly correlated with an increased risk of erectile dysfunction, with some studies showing a three-fold increase in risk for male smokers. The more a man smokes, the more likely it is that he’ll suffer from erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction isn’t the same as infertility. However, if sexual performance is difficult, getting pregnant isn’t going to be easy. The good news is that quitting smoking does seem to improve performance. One study found that after 6 months of smoking cessation, a little more than 50% reported improved sexual performance Although a large volume of retrospective data exists examining smoking and the effects on semen analysis parameters and IVF outcomes, large-scale, population-wide studies on the effects on natural pregnancies are lacking. Nevertheless, the majority of the evidence points to the fact that men with infertility, or those having difficulty conceiving, should quit to optimize their chances for successful conception.
Facts – Sleep Paralysis
Sleep paralysis is a feeling of being conscious but unable to move. It occurs when a person passes between stages of wakefulness and sleep. During these transitions, you may be unable to move or speak for a few seconds up to a few minutes. Some people may also feel pressure or a sense of choking. Sleep paralysis most often occurs in people who have narcolepsy or sleep apnoea, but it can affect anyone. Episodes involve not being able to speak or move while falling asleep or upon waking. This usually lasts one or two minutes and is often frightening. The main treatment is improved sleep habits (sleep hygiene) including going to bed at the same time every night, ensuring a comfortable sleep environment free of distractions and avoiding caffeine before sleeping. Is sleep paralysis harmful? Most people, sleep paralysis is not a serious problem. It is classified as a benign condition and usually does not happen frequently enough to cause significant health problems. However, an estimated 10% of people have more recurrent or bothersome episodes that make sleep paralysis especially distressing. Up to as many as four out of every 10 people may have this condition.It is often first noticed in the teen years. But men and women of any age can have it. It may run in families. Other factors that may be linked to sleep paralysis include: Lack of sleep Sleep schedule that changes Mental conditions such as stress or bipolar disorder Sleeping on the back Other sleep problems such as narcolepsy or nighttime leg cramps Use of certain medications, such as those for ADHD Substance abuse