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PEOPLE has used milk as food since very ancient times. Milk is a natural source of calcium and protein necessary for good health. It is regarded as one of the most nutritionally complete foods available on our planet. In fact, milk is nutritionally complete food for all ages and has been part of the human diet for thousands of years.

Mother's milk is best for babies and young children. Ideally, babies should be exclusively breastfed for the first six months of their life. Nothing compares to breast milk and every effort should be made to ensure babies have this highly nourishing substance but for older, already weaned children and adults, cow's milk is a great source of daily nutrition needs especially calcium.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for babies for the first six months, after which their nutrition should be complemented with family foods in addition to breast milk.

Breast milk is the natural first food for babies, as it provides all the energy and nutrients that an infant needs for the first months of life. It continues to provide up to half or more of a child's nutritional needs during the second half of the first year.

Breast milk promotes sensory and cognitive development, and protects the infant against infectious and chronic diseases. Exclusive breastfeeding reduces infant mortality due to common childhood illnesses such as diarrhoea or pneumonia, and helps for a quicker recovery during illness.

However, breastfeeding may not be possible for all women. For many women, the decision to breastfeed or formula feed is based on their comfort level, lifestyle and other specific medical considerations that they may have.

For mothers who are unable to breastfeed or who decided not to, cow or soya-based infant formula is a good alternative that will meet a baby's nutritional needs.

Once a child reaches a year's old, they can be transitioned to whole milk or cow's milk.

Milk is a great source of calcium, phosphorus, vitamin A, and magnesium. It will build the toddler's bones and teeth and help his body regulate his blood coagulation and muscle control. Almost all milk is fortified with vitamin D, which helps the body absorb the calcium it needs.

Milk also provides protein for growth, as well as carbohydrates, which gives the child the energy he needs to toddle all day!

If the child gets enough calcium from an early age, there is evidence that he will have a lower risk of suffering from high blood pressure, stroke, colon cancer and hip fractures later in life.

True allergies to cow's milk are relatively uncommon. According to the American Academy of Paediatrics (AAP), only two to three per cent of children are allergic to milk, and 95 per cent of them outgrow it by age 3.

The AAP recommends children eat three servings of milk, flavoured milk, cheese or yogurt a day.

Research has shown that children who regularly avoid milk have lower bone mineral density and have more bone fractures.

Parents play an important role in establishing healthy dietary habits, and this includes the practice of including dairy foods in their own diets as well.

Animals Milk

The ability to domesticate animals and reap the benefits of milk is a man's greatest success story. Ten thousand years ago, when humans were still hunters, someone was smart enough to say 'wait, don't kill these animals. Use them for milk'. Whoever that person was, he was certainly one of the greatest geniuses in human history. The success story of milk has continued undeterred since and that in itself is proof of its benefits, efficacy and safety

Yet in different parts of the world, different animals have been the source of its supply.

In Britain and among other English-speaking people, the cow furnished most of the milk supply. In Spain, a great deal of the milk comes from sheep. The desert tribes of Arabia get milk from the camel. In Egypt, the water buffalo is a source of milk, In Lapland, reindeer furnish milk to the people.

In Peru, the Llama is a milk-producing animal. In Tibet, the people get milk from the yak. And in many countries, the goat is an important supplier of milk.

Is all milk the same? The answer is no. Each animal produces milk especially suited for its own young.

Cow's milk is intended for a calf and not for a human baby. Cow's milk has less sugar, more salts, and four times as much casein, an important protein substance, as human milk.

While milk differs a great deal, depending on the species of animal, it always contains fat, protein, carbohydrate, and minerals.

No matter which milk people drink in different parts of the world, they obtain these vital substances for nourishment.

The last milk to be drawn at each milking is richer in fat than the rest, so a good job of milking can produce richer milk from the same cow than a poor job.

Besides milk, there are other ways to ensure an adequate supply of milk in one's diet, and this is through dairy products such as cheese, yoghurt, and ice-cream.

Cheese is a food consisting of proteins and fat from milk, usually the milk of cows, buffalo, goats, or sheep. It is produced by coagulation of the milk protein casein. Typically, the milk is acidified and the addition of rennet causes coagulation. The solids are then separated and pressed into final form. Some cheeses also contain moulds, either on the outer rind or throughout.

Yogurt is a dairy product produced by bacterial fermentation of milk. Fermentation of the milk sugar (lactose) produces lactic acid, which acts on milk protein to give yogurt its texture and its characteristic tang. Soy yogurt, a non-dairy yoghurt alternative, is made from soy milk. It is nutritionally rich in protein, calcium, riboflavin, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12.

Ice cream is a frozen dessert usually made from dairy products, such as milk and cream, combined with fruits or other ingredients.

Most varieties contain sugar, although some are made with other sweeteners. In some cases, artificial flavourings and colour is also used. This mixture is stirred slowly while cooling to prevent large ice crystals from forming; the result is a smoothly textured ice cream.

Here are some essential but little known facts about milk.

MILK AND DIABETES

* A growing body research suggests that eating dairy foods, especially low-fat varieties, may help reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes.

MILK AND CANCER

* There is strong evidence to suggest that a high intake of calcium and calcium-rich foods (such as milk and dairy products) helps to lower the risk of colon cancer. Similarly, preliminary research data also suggests that drinking milk may be associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer.

MILK AND FAT INTAKE

* Contrary to popular belief, fat from milk is not a major contributor to your daily fat intake. In fact, there is far less fat in milk than many people think. Even whole milk contains only 3.9 per cent fat. With only one per cent fat, low fat milk has less than half the fat of whole milk.

MILK AND CALCIUM

* Milk and dairy products are some of the best natural sources of calcium. To obtain the same amount of calcium as a 200ml glass of milk, you will need to consume either four servings of broccoli, 7 1/2 slices of white bread, 11 servings of spinach or 15 servings of red kidney beans.

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Laos: A Vegan's and Sportslover's Paradise

We spent a month chilling out in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. The place is fabulous if you don't long for any activities. There is nothing special to do except enjoy the laid-back Lao lifestyle.

A visit to Laos doesn't ruin your budget. You can get nice double rooms with fan or air-con and wifi starting from 70 000 kip (6 €). Eating out costs you 1-2 €. We had a rare luxury of finding three all-you-can-eat vegan buffet restaurants 20 000 kip/person (1,7 €) each. Considering how small Vientiane is, the offer was abundant. As Laos is a former French colony, there is also plenty of baguette and red wine available.

The city is charming. You can clearly see the colonial past in boulevards and attractive green areas. There is only a little traffic and pollution compared to other South-East Asian capitals and the only annoyance—if you can call the timid approaches that—are the constant solicitations of tuk-tuk -drivers.

Open-Air Gym and an International Film Festival

Along the Mekong river there is an excellent possibility for jogging and training in an open-air gym for free. It is popular among locals early in the morning, but there is always room for a few more people.

We happened to be in the city at the time of the Second Vientiane International Film Festival. We went to see a series a Burmese short films and participated in the discussion about the difficulties of Burmese film makers. None of the films shown had been aired in Myanmar because of censorship. According to the directors, the country lacks the concept of documentary. The festival was free of charge, but in the theatre there was plenty of seats left.

Expensive Withdrawals and Short Visas

There are plenty of ATMs in Vientiane, but it is good to note that every withdrawal will cost you an extra 40 000 kip (3,5 €) on top of exchange losses and charges of your own bank. Also the maximum withdrawal is quite small, two million kip, so if you are staying a long time, it is a good idea to take cash with you and exchange it. The best currency to bring in is Thailand Baht. Kip cannot be exchanged outside Laos.

The downside of Laos is that you can only get a one month visa. After that, you have to exit the country and buy another visa, or extend it in the immigration office, which is slightly more expensive. The way to Thailand is not long, only some 20 kilometres (5000 kip or 0,4 € by bus), but the whole idea of a visa-run doesn't make much sense. In Laos you can do it as many times as you want. Despite of that it is still a short-sighted business model that drives tourists away, especially when the nearby countries Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia, offer visa-free stay.

There has been some progress in Laos' visa policy, however. We considered visiting the country five years ago but at the time there were only two-week visas available with the same price (US 35 $), which was too much for us. We are glad that now we came for a visit, and it is also quite possible that we will return later after the rainy season is over. It is hard to imagine a better environment for writing a book or relaxing.

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Eliminating Waste is a Serious Matter

FEELING sluggish and lethargic? Bothered by recurrent colds, flu, dull skin and the occasional breakout of pimples? These are all signs that you need to support your body's elimination system.

Waste matter is eliminated from the body through the liver, kidneys, skin, bowels and lungs. The clearance system can become overloaded when flooded with toxins.

Sources of toxins are from pesticides, food additives, agricultural contaminants in meat, crops, dairy products, heavy metals in fish, air and water pollutants.

Our body also produces toxins from the breakdown of food. If food is not properly digested, it will encourage the growth of harmful bacteria and yeast, which also release their toxic by-products.

Regular detoxification programmes can help to maintain health and deal with chronic conditions.

There are many different types of detox programmes and they vary according to the needs of the individual. They all share the same objective - to flush out toxins, restore nutrients requirements and support the body's eliminating systems.

Avoid adding more toxins to the system. This calls for the avoidance of caffeine, alcohol, cigarettes, drugs, processed food with additives, flavourings and refined sugar.

The diet should incorporate fresh, whole organic food, greens, multi- coloured fruits, plenty of purified water, lean meat (such as chicken or turkey breast) and whole grain.

A high-fibre diet increases both the frequency and quantity of bowel movements and decreases the absorption of toxins from waste products. For quick and temporary relief of constipation, herbs like cascara and marshmallow are gentle-acting laxatives.

Toxins produced by harmful bacteria and yeast in the gut lead to bloating, candida (yeast) infection, gas, diarrhoea and/or constipation, allergies, skin conditions and a host of other problems.

It is important then to get rid of these troublemakers by re-balancing gut flora with probiotics supplement.

Probiotics are live microbial food supplements that confer health benefits to the host by preventing and suppressing populations of harmful bacteria, aid in digestion of food, lowers cholesterol and manufactures many vitamins including the B-complex vitamins, vitamin A and vitamin K.

The Lactobacillus strains help to digest proteins and lactose, which are of great benefit to those who have lactose intolerance to dairy products.

Some of the friendly bacteria like the Bifidobacteria strains are able to break down harmful toxins in the gut that may cause cancer.

To facilitate the detoxification processes within the liver, it is necessary to reduce liver overload and encourage recovery and healing in the liver.

Nutrition and herbs can play an important role in keeping the liver healthy and prevent it from damage.

Anti-free radical nutrients such as beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, zinc and selenium protect the liver cells from free radical damage.

Free radicals are highly reactive molecules that can destroy cellular structures unless they are effectively mopped up.

The most potent liver protective herb is milk thistle (Silybum marianum) containing a mixture of antioxidants collectively referred to as silymarin.

Fat-soluble waste products are usually eliminated from the body via bile. Human and animal studies both have shown that dandelion (Taraxecum officinale) has a direct effect on the liver by increasing the flow of bile, thus aiding in better removal of toxins.

Dandelion is usually combined with milk thistle for improved liver functions.

Tips to enhance detoxification:

* Reduce dairy products, animal meat and avoid junk food. Add more fresh organic fruits and vegetables as they contain fibre that help us eliminate toxins naturally.

* Drink more fluids, particularly purified water and fresh-squeezed juices. They help flush toxins from your body.

* Try a liquid diet - broths, clear soups, water and juices - for a full day once a week.

* Drink herbal teas like green tea and peppermint to promote urination and elimination of faeces.

* Regular bowel movements help prevent toxins from building up in the digestive tract.

* Take a steam bath, sit in a sauna or get a massage to loosen toxins from fat cells and move them out of your body.

* Relax or meditate at least five minutes each day.

* Exercise to improve better blood and lymph circulation to eliminate toxins through the skin and lungs.

By Yam Cher Seng

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Don't Panic

HAVE you experienced a sudden overwhelming fear, or an intense feeling of anxiety without any real threat or danger? If you have, then you may be suffering from panic attack.

Millions of people including physically and mentally healthy people have experienced this terrifying feeling of losing control, going insane or dying, gripped by fear and panic. Whether it is a one time event or a recurring episode, sufferers can be profoundly affected by it.

Panic attacks can be a frightening experience. In the primitive sense, they are a downward spiral of anxiety which leaves the victim and those around bewildered and unable to help.

On the other hand you can recognise and treat these attacks instead of continuing to be a victim of it.

The first step is to recognise an attack so you can manage and treat them. Identifying the symptoms can lessen the chance of this attack recurring.

Since panic attacks are likely to occur in the same situation and circumstances, knowing what to look for and what to do can be helpful in managing and preventing future attacks.

For most people, relaxation techniques, such as taking deep, slow breaths, have been beneficial to manage this temporary moments of anxiety.

Those prone to panic attacks should avoid stimulants such as nicotine and coffee. The caffeine in coffee and nicotine in cigarettes can raise your heart rate. By avoiding coffee, tea, soda, and other products high in caffeine you may be able to avoid triggering a panic attack.

Stress can also raise your anxiety level which leads to an attack. A healthy way to de-stress and lower your anxiety level is through exercise which releases endorphins into your bloodstream, which gives you a natural "high" to help reduce stress and decrease anxiety.

It is also important to learn how to handle negative thoughts as our thoughts often become our actions.

There are many types of medication available for panic attacks, however prescription medication is commonly overused and should be taken only as the last resort. Some work as long as the person is on medication, and has side effects.

As soon as their prescription is done, the panic attacks may return and so do the symptoms.

By identifying the circumstances that lead to panic attacks and learning how to respond to those situations appropriately, panic attacks can be lessened or eliminated over time. As with most things, treating, managing and overcoming your anxiety takes time.

WHAT IS PANIC DISORDER?

Put yourself in the following situation. You're speeding along a highway when suddenly a small animal crosses in front of you. You pull the steering wheel hard trying to avoid the animal. The car swerves and spins off into the emergency lane and you skid to a stop. Somehow you've managed to avoid a potentially fatal accident - for both you and the animal.

You're shaking, your heart is racing, and you've broken out into a quick and cold sweat. But you're alive! This would be the normal reaction for most people in a similar situation.

Now imagine this. You're at a restaurant having a quiet dinner when suddenly, for no apparent reason, you experience the same uneasy feelings. You begin shaking, your heart starts racing, and you break out into a cold sweat. You even feel like you might be having a heart attack. You're rushed to the hospital and the doctors can find nothing immediately wrong with you. What has happened?

Quite possibly you may have experienced a "panic attack" - and a few of the typical symptoms usually associated with Panic Disorder.

Panic Disorder is characterised by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress.

A panic attack seems to come out of nowhere - at times and in places where there is nothing to fear. When experiencing the effects of the attack, you may think you're having a heart attack, dying, or even going crazy. But in reality, there is nothing wrong with your heart, or your sanity. You're simply one of the millions who suffer from this frightening and debilitating disorder.

WHAT IS AGORAPHOBIA?

SOME Panic Disorder sufferers also have "agoraphobia." Agoraphobia is an anxiety, or a fear, of being in places or situations from which escape might be difficult (or embarrassing) or in which help may not be available in the event of having a Panic Attack or panic-like symptoms (for example, fear of having a sudden attack of dizziness or a sudden attack of diarrhoea). Some people with agoraphobia may fear being outside the home alone; being in a crowd or standing in a line; being on a bridge; or travelling in a bus, train, or car.

Situations like these may be avoided or else they're dreaded, and then endured. Typically this means staying away from places or circumstances where previous experiences have happened. Obviously, having such a "fear of the fear" can make normal everyday life impossible.

WHAT CAUSES PANIC DISORDER?

AT one time, Panic Disorder was believed to have stemmed from "psychological problems." However, researchers now believe that Panic Disorder is a real and treatable medical illness caused by a combination of biological, psychological, and environmental factors. It is a disorder that can also sometimes be accompanied by depression.

Contrary to an older, common belief, Panic Disorder is not due to a "character flaw" or "character weakness." Panic Disorder is a real medical illness that is treatable.

Biologically, it appears that emotional memories stored in specific parts of the brain may play a role in disorders involving very distinct fears, like phobias, while other parts may be involved in other forms of anxiety.

Some researchers suggest that Panic Disorder may be caused by an imbalance of specific chemicals in the brain. Three of these chemicals are called norepinephrine, GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), and serotonin. It is believed that changes in the levels of these chemicals play a role in anxiety disorder.

Panic Disorder appears to run in families and is more common in women than in men. Genetic factors or changes in body chemistry, combined with stress, may also play an important role. Certain illnesses, drugs, and certain social situations - or even substances like caffeine - may also contribute to triggering attacks.

TIPS

HOW TO DEAL WITH PANIC ATTACKS

* Recognise you are having a panic attack. Tell yourself everything will be OK.

* Prepare yourself for what will happen, so when it does, you will comprehend what is going on.

* The symptoms include shortness of breath. Try to breathe deeply and regulate your breathing as this will help you to control the panic attack.

* Sit down, as standing can be dangerous if you feel dizzy and feel like falling or collapsing.

* Grip or hold onto something solid, to increase your stability.

* Get help from a friend, or family members. Simply ask them to be around.

* Try to distract yourself. Calm, soothing thoughts can distract you from a panic situation.

* After an attack subsides, relax for a few minutes. Drink some water and take a break If the situation persists, get professional help.

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Fodder for Great Skin

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By Syida Lizta Amirul Ihsan

THE real secret to great skin may be in the wet market and not in a department store's beauty floor, writes SYIDA LIZTA AMIRUL IHSAN.

COSMETICS companies would like you to believe that what you use on your face determines the condition of your skin. But in reality, it's what you eat that has an even greater effect on your skin.

"A healthy diet leads to healthy skin. Some people may be 40 and look 30. Expensive facial products can help to a certain extent, but a healthy diet is paramount to achieving good skin," says Imperial Medical Centre cosmetic doctor Dr Abrizah Ousman.

The golden rule is to eat a balanced diet - this means complex carbohydrates (whole grains like brown rice), vegetables and fruits (lots of them), fish (and lean meat) and nuts and legumes.

But fresh produce in the wet market don't come with clinical trials to convince you that they work.

"We are what we eat. This applies, most of all, to our skin, the biggest organ in our body that protects us from the environment and gives us our looks or appearances. Eating well and keeping our skin hydrated is important because skin needs moisture and plenty of good nutrition and antioxidants," explains Dr Abrizah.

Here's some food for great skin.

Water

"Our skin rejoices when it's hydrated well. When we are properly hydrated, we all sweat more efficiently and this makes our skin clean and clear as well," adds Dr Abrizah.

"The amount of water an adult needs varies according to climate and amount of exercise one gets.

"General dietary recommendations suggest that men drink about three litres of liquids a day and women about 2.2 litres daily. But plain water is the best beverage - it's cheap and has zero calories," she says.

On the contrary, soda gives you empty calories with water. Also, alcohol and coffee are diuretics - they strip skin of moisture.

Berries, vegetables and fruits

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The top five scores of antioxidant properties in food go to acai berries, prunes, pomegranates, raisins or dark grapes and blueberries. But what does that mean?

Dr Abrizah explains that foods enriched with antioxidants are best for the skin as they can slow down the ageing process, which shows up as skin laxity, wrinkles and dark circles.

"Antioxidants are substances that can protect skin cells from damage caused by unstable molecules called free radicals and harmful effect of UV lights.

"Powerful antioxidants are vitamin A, C and E. Vitamin A help in cell turnover and renewal so your skin stays smooth and less wrinkly. Carotenoids help make skin less sensitive to sun. Vitamin C helps build collagen and elastin," she adds.

Green leafy vegetables like spinach, broccoli, squash and tomato supply enough amounts of antioxidants.

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Colourful fruits such as mangoes, melons, berries and apricots are great too.

"Avocado, asparagus, almond, hazelnut, sunflower seed, egg and milk are good sources of vitamin E. The top layers of skin contain high levels of this vitamin which support the guard cells that protect skin."

Dark chocolate

Dr Abrizah reminds us that when chocolate is referred to for its benefits, it applies only to dark chocolate.

"A study carried out in Italy's National Institute for Food and Nutrition Research in Rome showed that eating dark chocolate - but not milk chocolate or dark chocolate eaten with milk - can lower blood pressure and protect the skin from harmful UV effects," she says.

Dark chocolate comes from the cacao plant, rich in flavanols, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

The amount of flavonoids varies from one type of chocolate to another, but here's a guide you can follow: The more non-fat cocoa solids in a chocolate product, the more antioxidants it likely contains.

So which type of chocolate has the most flavonoids?

"The highest levels are in natural cocoa powder (not Dutch cocoa, though, because it is alkalised cocoa).

"The second highest in flavonoids is unsweetened baking chocolate. Dark chocolate and semisweet chocolate chips rank third, with milk chocolate and chocolate syrup at the bottom of the list," she adds.

Salmon

This and other oily fishes like sardines, tuna, herring, mackerel, black cod and bluefish; and even walnuts, canola oil, and flax seed deliver essential fatty acids - omega 3.

Essential fatty acids are responsible for healthy cell membranes because cell membranes hold water in, Dr Abrizah says.

"So the stronger that barrier becomes, the better your cells can hold moisture. And that means plumper, younger-looking skin," she stresses.

Green tea

According to a medical website, green tea "deserves a category all its own in any article about foods for healthy skin because the skin-health properties in this beneficial drink just can't be beaten."

Dr Abrizah agrees. "Green tea has anti-inflammatory properties as research shows that it can reduce risk of skin cancer and protect against UV rays. The best is herbal green tea. When milk is added, then the benefits are reduced."

Whole wheat bread

Whole wheat bread, oatmeal, cereals, turkey, tuna and Brazil nuts all have selenium, essential food for healthy skin.

Dr Abrizah says studies have shown that selenium plays a key role in the health of skin cells.

"Selenium has anti-inflammatory properties. Even sun damaged skin may suffer fewer consequences if selenium levels are high," she says.

Low-fat dairy products

Low-fat yoghurt, for example, is not only high in vitamin A, but also acidophilus, the "live" bacteria that is good for intestinal health and has an impact on the skin.

"One of the most important components of skin health is vitamin A. One of the best sources to get it is from low-fat dairy products. In fact, experts say that the health of our skin cells is dependent on dietary vitamin A," adds Dr Abrizah.

EAT FOR YOU SKIN

* If you want fewer wrinkles, eat more oily fish like salmon, nuts, and eggs fortified with omega-3.

* If you want clearer skin and better complexion, eat more whole wheat and whole grains that prevent constipation and stabilise your blood sugar. This in turn helps to lower androgen production, which helps minimise acne.

* If you want hydrated skin, drink just plain water. It provides internal hydration to skin and a cream would lock that moisture in.

* If you want healthy, glowing skin, zinc and iron from lean meat, fortified cereal and poultry (skinned) help in cell production and oxygenation.

* Combining good nutrition with a sensible exercise programme and plenty of rest can make an enormous difference in your overall skin health.

WHAT NOT TO CONSUME

Q: What are some of the foods that one must totally avoid or eat sparingly?

A: Junk food and food with high content of trans fatty acids. The former, due to its high sodium content, and the latter, due to its harmful effect on our cardiovascular system.

Q: Why is processed food bad for the skin?

A: They have high salt content and omega-6 polyunsaturated oils and trans fats with little or no nutritional value.

Too much of these oils provoke and stimulate inflammation, accelerate ageing and cause all sorts of skin problems including greasy or large pores, acne, dry, flaky skin, dehydration or premature ageing.

Q: Are there other effects on the skin caused by excessive salt intake?

A: The high salt content has a counter-effect to drinking water leading to dehydration. Dehydrated skin is weak and fragile, the end result being wrinkly skin and coarse texture.

Also, most processed foods are filled with sugars, additives, preservatives, colourings and artificial flavours.

All these are converted into sugar which lead to surge of insulin and the stress hormone, cortisol.

A high level of insulin pushes your cellular metabolism into producing all sorts of inflammatory chemicals.

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Recycling Tricks To Consume More

Do you sort your trash? Where does it end up? Why?

We were waiting for a bus in a bus station in China. While sitting in waiting room we were watching locals performing their duties. In the middle of the hall there was a trash can with two departments: one for recycling materials and the other for mixed trash. At the end of the day a cleaner came and emptied them both to the same trash bag.

Not Only In China Or New Zealand

That woke up our interest. After China we have been travelling in Europe in France, Spain, and Italy, and met travellers from all over the world. We have been asking about how recycled materials are handled in different countries. Most of them did not know, but those who did told, that after recycled waste is collected, it is put together and burned for energy.

Europe is not an exception in burning trash. The same happens in green New Zealand. When we lived there we noticed, that recycling is a matter of honour for locals. Our neighbours were keenly washing their trashed, packing them to green plastic bags, and a recycling car collected the bags to recycling centres where the trash was put on display for a few months so that anyone could go there and pick it up if they needed them. Finally all leftovers, which usually totalled all the collected recyclables, were shipped over to Australia for burning them. “The system has it weaknesses, but it's better than doing nothing”, commented the local official who was responsible for the recycling scheme.

Cleaner Conscience Instead Of Nature

In Italy mafia is in lucrative recycling business. They make money disposing super poisons. The stuff is loaded into old tankers which are sunk to the sea. Less dangerous poisons are buried into mountains like nuclear waste in Finland. Near Naples they are also disposed to ditches carrying them to sea. The results are similar to burning trash: all poisons end up to nature and return to the circle of nature, because it is cheaper that way.

Do you know how that works where you live? How big amount of the trash you sort ends up re-used, where is it processed and used, and what is made out of it? Or is it just burned together with all other trash? A phone call to your city hall will help clarify this matter. Please share the information by for example leaving a comment to this story.

If the trash simply is burned, recycling is actually harming nature more than helping by tricking people to consume more, driving consumerism. In that case the only sustainable solution is polluting less by reducing consumption.

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