Spirituality and Enlightenment have no connection to cancer!
But spirituality can be an important factor in how people cope with the illness. That’s it!
But some unconfirmed reports say ‘he gave up smoking tobacco multiple times in his life’. It seems Ramana Maharshi had a small cancerous lump on his arm in 1948. He underwent two surgeries to remove the lump and another growth.
So was there a connection ? Smoking can cause cancer in many parts of the body, including the lungs, mouth, throat, esophagus, stomach, and more. But unless we can establish an evidence based causative effect, we cannot say anything for certain.
We cannot say anything for certain with regard to people who were born and died before we were even born and no official and genuine records exist regarding their life. Everything is speculation and stories people spread.
But Science’s rules are unyielding and cannot be bent for anybody or anything.
Science's rules are unyielding, they will not be bent in any way fo...
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Q: Does consuming certain foods makes your body produce more heat according to science?
Krishna: The concepts of "heating" and "cooling" foods are often rooted in traditional medicine systems, such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda, rather than in modern scientific research.
1. Traditional Perspectives:
- Traditional Chinese Medicine: Foods are categorized based on their perceived effects on the body's internal balance. For example, spicy foods (like ginger and chili peppers) are considered "heating," while foods like cucumber and watermelon are seen as "cooling." This classification is linked to concepts of yin and yang and the balance of internal energies.
- Ayurveda: Similar to TCM, Ayurveda classifies foods according to their effects on the body, suggesting that some foods can increase heat (e.g., garlic and onions) while others can reduce it (e.g., mint and coconut).
2. Scientific Perspective:
- Metabolism and Thermogenesis: Certain foods can influence metabolic processes and thermogenesis (the production of heat in the body). For example, protein-rich foods can increase metabolic rate slightly due to the energy required for digestion (known as the thermic effect of food).
- Spicy Foods: Foods containing capsaicin (like chili peppers) can temporarily raise body temperature and induce sweating, which might be interpreted as a "heating" effect.
- Hydration and Cooling: Foods with high water content, such as fruits and vegetables, can help with hydration and may provide a refreshing effect, which can be seen as "cooling."
3. Cultural and Psychological Effects:
- The perception of food effects can be influenced by cultural beliefs and personal experiences. For instance, in hot climates, people might gravitate toward lighter, more hydrating foods, while in colder climates, heavier, more calorie-dense foods might be preferred.
4. Temporary Temperature Effects: When you eat extremely hot, steaming food in a hot weather you feel the heat more and sweat more. You think that the food you ate is generating heat in your body.
Sweating when you eat hot food is a natural response to your body trying to cool itself down. This is called gustatory sweating. Hot drinks raise your internal temperature, which triggers your body's cooling mechanism.
Likewise if you eat cold foods in a cool weather, you face the chills.
This is a temperature effect, and the food is in way responsible for it.
5. The effect of some health conditions: Sweating after eating can be a problem for some people, and it could be a sign of an underlying condition. For example, Frey's syndrome is a condition that causes sweating due to nerve damage to the parotid gland. Other conditions that can cause sweating include: Diabetes, Heart disease, Kidney disease, Liver disease, and Thyroid disease.
Typically, a person develops Frey’s syndrome due to surgery near the parotid gland. However, others may experience Frey’s syndrome due to another injury or infection that affects the parotid gland.
In an attempt to heal themselves, damaged nerves sometimes get mixed up with other nerves, causing a person to produce sweat instead of saliva.
Typically, Frey’s syndrome occurs on just one side of the face. Although both cheeks have a parotid gland, only one may have been damaged.
In Frey’s syndrome, sweating typically occurs in the cheeks, forehead, and around the ears.
Unlike Frey’s syndrome, other types of gustatory sweating often occur on both sides of the face. Unlike regular sweating from eating spicy or hot foods, gustatory sweating causes a person to sweat and flush after eating, thinking, or even talking about food.
This sweating and flushing may occur around the temples, cheeks, neck, forehead, chest, or lips.
While the specific categorization of foods as "heating" or "cooling" lacks rigorous scientific validation, there are some physiological responses to certain foods that can align with these traditional concepts. The effects of food on the body are complex and can vary widely among individuals based on metabolism, health status, and environmental conditions.
It is better to realize that it is based more on cultural and traditional thinking as they are based on human way of interpreting the experiences rather than as a strict scientific classification.
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Q: Is caramelized sugar good for health?
Krishna: Caramelized sugar is not considered "good" for health as it is still primarily sugar and high in calories, but some studies suggest that the process of caramelization may produce small amounts of antioxidants, meaning it could potentially have some minor health benefits when consumed in moderation; however, the overall consensus is that it should be consumed sparingly as part of a balanced diet due to its high sugar content.
The primary component of caramel is still sugar, which can contribute to blood sugar spikes and potential health issues if consumed excessively.
Some research indicates that the caramelization process might create small amounts of antioxidant compounds, though further studies are needed to confirm this benefit.
During high-heat caramelization, a compound called acrylamide can form, which has been linked to potential health risks in large quantities.
Commercial caramel products may contain additional ingredients beyond just caramelized sugar, so always read food labels before consuming.
Even if some minor health benefits exist, consuming caramelized sugar in moderation is crucial to avoid negative effects associated with high sugar intake.
