New Researches – 7

                  Heart Beat

Table of content:

• Heart Beat.
• Health benefits of Walnut.
• Health benefits of Persimmon fruit.
• Side effects of Whitening Creams.

 Heart Beats

Heart is a main part of every alive creature in the world. Our lives  depend on heart. If heart stops beating, we are dead. Do you know how many times your heart beats in one minute?. Heart beats are usually  counted by placing  fingers on the beginning of  wrist over Artery , and heart beats are counted for one minutes.

Heart beats change as we grow up. Here is a chart of resting  Heart beats {Approximately) per minute :

Approximate Age     Heart Beat

3-5 years                      80-120
6-10  ”                           70-110
11-14  ”                          60-106
15 and above               60-100

Generally a lower heart rate at rest mean more efficient function  and better Cardiovascular fitness.

source: MedicineNet

 Health Benefits of Walnut

A resent research published in ” Journal Nutrition Research and Practice ” show that Walnut has the following Health Benefits   for human:
1   It is a super source of Omega 3s.
2. It may decrease inflammation.
3. It may reduce risk of some cancer.
4. Walnut helps  to manage type 2 Diabetes and lower blood sugar.
5. Walnut lowers the Blood Pressure
6. Walnut is a rich source of Antioxidants.
Researchers found that eating 7 Walnuts a day will boost your health.

source: Harvard Medical University

 Health Benefits of Persimmon fruit

Persimmon Fruit is known as “Japani Phal” ( Japanese Fruit ) in our country Pakistan. Persimmon Fruit is originally from China and its tree is being grown there through out the year  for its delicious taste and  beautiful wood. Usually it is available in the markets during winter season. Its colour is like an Orange/light pink and shape like a tomato. Very soft and delicious in taste.

A normal size of Persimmon Fruit ( 100 gram) contains ”
1. Calories                  118 units
2. Carbohydrates       31 grams
3. Protein                       1    ”
4. Fat                              3     ”
5. Fiber                           6     ”
6. Vitamin A                55 % of daily required
7. Vitamin C                22 % of   ”          ”
8. Vitamin E                  6 % of    ”          ”
9. Vitamin K                  5 %  of    ”          ”
10.Vitamin B                 8 %  of    ”          ”
11. Potassium                 8 %  of    ”          ”
12. Manganese             30 %  of   ”          ”
13. It is a rich source of Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Folate , Magnesium and Phosphorus .
14. The Fruit is a powerful source of Antioxidants.
15. The Fruit may help heart health.
16. The Fruit reduces inflammations.
17. The Fruit may support healthy vision.

How to eat Persimmon :

Eating only ONE fruit ( 100 gram) in a day is enough to fight Atherosclerosis (A blood  related disease).It is strongly recommended to eat after meals, specially after lunch. Eating on an empty stomach  is NOT advised as excessive consumption  can cause stones.

Persimmons are excellent source of Provitamin A beta carotene which , study shows, can reduce the risk of Breast Cancer in women. Vitamin A also important for healthy vision, and heart, lungs, kidneys and other organs working properly.

Warning :   Do NOT eat Persimmon fruit more than one (100 gram)at one time. Excessive eating can cause sever abdominal cramping , gastric problem , a nausea, vomiting can happen.

source : Michigan State University

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Almost every woman of the world , specially young girls. Side-Effects of Whitening Creams use the face whitening creams. Most of them do not know the side effects of those creams. It it time to know the ingredients and side effects of the  Whitening Creams.

Almost all Whitening Creams have the following ingredients:

1. Kojic Acid – made as by-product of malted rice. It is an all-natural  lightning and brightening skin-care active.
2. Vitamin C – As a much loved multi-tasking skin-care ingredient.
3. Alpha-arbutin .
4. Niacin amide.
5. Glutathione.
6. Azelaic Acid.
7. Glycolic Acid.
8. Linoleic Acid .

source : Private Label Skincare Florida

Side Effects of Whitening Creams:

If these creams are used for a long time, the following side effects may appear:
1 .  Redness and swelling of face ( skin irritation and inflammation).
2 .  A burning or stinging sensation.
3 .  Itchy and flaky skin.

More over there are long term side effects associated with the usage of fairness creams. These are:

1. Skin Cancer: Excessive use of fairness creams can cause Skin Cancer
2. Itching: One of the most common side effect that most people face.
3. Photosensitivity
4. Allergy.
5. Acne diseases.
6. Dry skin.
7. Skin Rashness  too much.
8. Thinning of   skin.
9. Excessive hair growth.
10. Redness and  visible blood vessels.
11. Pimples.

source : Health A to Z

It is advised not to use above creams for a long period of time.