CULTURAL QA 12-2022-23 BEING ACOMPILATION THERE MAY BE ERRORS
Q1 In India, how much does a normalmiddle-class household spend on buying new kitchen items monthly? A1 Prasanna Bhalerao, Loves to cook; I amquite a tolerable cook1h Are you referring to grocery expenses? There canbe no one answer to this. The number of members in the household will obviouslydetermine this. Secondly,if there are young children, there is more demand on milk, proteins, etc. But, if I were toconsider a family of 4 with ages as 40–36–10–7, then the expected spend isaround ₹10,000/mo for a vegetarian family and ₹12,000/mo for a family eating non-veg food at least once a week. Thisincludes vegetables (and non-veg items), fruits, wheat flour, rice, pulses(daal), other grams/millets, milk, tea/coffee, breakfast items, oils andspices, household cleaning items, etc. This is considering a none-too-frugal ornone-too-extravagant lifestyle. This is my opinion. My note- The same is correct with persons above75 also. I spent about 25 Thousand for a family of 2 members living in moderatestyle per month. Cost ofliving is high in Chennai. Q2 Why was Scotland so backwards andunproductive for all of its history until they were integrated into the BritishEmpire, after which it spawned many geniuses; Adam Smith, Alexander Fleming,James Watt, etc? A2 Claire Jordan, Degree in biology andfolklore; programmer, shop owner, secretary on newspaper 8h Actually Scotland was very advanced in the Middle Ages -it had scientist kings, and general anaesthesia hundreds of years before anyoneelse in Europe did. In the 16th C Scotland already hadan undersea mine that had a tower standing offshore and going right down intothe mine, with a fan on top to ventilate the tunnels - something which wouldnot otherwise be achieved for another 150 years. But a lot ofScotland’s trade in the early days was into Scandinavia and Russia, and when the focus of tradeshifted south so did the balance of power; plus Scotland was handicapped by alot of internecine squabbling between different noble families. Q3 What are the benefits of eating Apple andguava for your health? A3 Youth Fitness, M.s.c from HimachalPradesh University Shimla (Graduated 2021)20h Compared to apples, guavas contain more protein, fats,and carbohydrates while containing fewer sugars.Guavas are also richer in all vitamins and minerals. Apples are lower insodium. Both fruits exhibit antidiabetic,antihypertensive, antihyperlipidemic, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, andantimicrobial effects. While guavas arericher in most nutrients than apples, both fruits have many beneficial effectson health, and the choiceis up to the consumer. Macronutrients andCalories Guava fruits contain more calories, protein, and fats.Guava also has a slightly higher concentration of carbohydrates due to itsfiber content, even though apples contain more sugar and starch. Both fruits donot contain trans fats. In a protein quality breakdown, guava’s proteincontains all essential amino acids except phenylalanine. Apples lack not onlyphenylalanine but also tryptophan, isoleucine, leucine, and methionine. A single serving ofapples is one cup full of chopped apples that is equivalent to 125 grams. Oneserving of guava is one whole fruit that weighs 55 grams on average. Since guava contains more of all macronutrients, applesare recommended during low-calorie, low-fat, low-carb, and low glycemic indexdiets. Vitamins Guavas have a higher concentration of all vitamins,especially vitamin A and vitamin C when compared to apples. Guava is alsoricher in vitamin E, vitamin K, and vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, and B6. Both fruits do notcontain vitamin D, vitamin B9, or vitamin B12. My note- A few years back Guva was priced less inChennai market. But now it is priced above Rs 100-00 per kg. Q4 How much does it cost to visit thePashupatinath Temple? A4 Devala Rees, Hindu practitioner andscholar of Pagan religions Wed For Nepalis and Indians it is free.For everyone else(or rather, everyone else who cannot pass as looking ethnically South Asian) it costs 1000 Nepali rupees toenter the Pashupatinath Temple compound, unless you enter before 6am, in which caseit’s free (and you can stay there as long as you want). Q5 Does eating coconut increasecholesterol? A5 Yagnesh P,7h Coconut is a popular food that is rich in nutrientsand has been traditionally used in many cultures as a natural remedy for avariety of health conditions. It is a good source of fiber, vitamins, andminerals, and it is also a good source of healthy fats. There has been some concern that coconut may increasecholesterol levels, as it is high in saturated fats. Saturated fats areknown to increase low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or "bad"cholesterol, which can increase the risk of heart disease. However, theevidence on the effects of coconut on cholesterol is mixed. Some studies have found that coconut can increase LDL cholesterollevels, while others have found no significant effect. It is important tonote that the type of saturated fat found in coconut, known as medium-chaintriglycerides (MCTs), may be metabolized differently than other types ofsaturated fats. Some research suggests that MCTs may actually helpto improve cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Overall, it isimportant to consume coconut and other high-fat foods in moderation as part ofa balanced diet. It is also a good idea to choosesources of healthy fats, such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats,which have been shown to have a positive effect on cholesterol levels. Q6 How does the Indian railways faresystem work? A6 Mukesh Kumawat, Content Writer 20h First of all, the railway ticket fare depends on the typeof train. For example, in which mail train, suburbantrain, express train, AC service train etc. are you traveling. Whereas some trains like Garib Rath, Shatabdi,Rajdhani, Duronto, Tejas, Vande Bharat, Humsafar, Antodaya, Gatimaan, JanShatabdi, special trains have different fare system. This is different from theGeneral Method. Inthis, the ticket fare is decided on the basis of kilometers, that how manykilometers you are going to travel. Apart from this,many types of charges are imposed in it. In which minimum distance charge, minimum general fare,superfast charge, reservation charge, GST etc. charges are included.However, it is decided on the basis of the type of train. As such, superfastcharge is levied only on superfast trains. By adding all these, the ticketprice is fixed. Calculation Now you must havecome to know that how many types of charges are added to the train ticket. These charges are not fixed, aswell as they are calculated on the basis of kilometers. Theseinclude categories ranging from 1-5 km, 6-10, 11-15, 21-25 to 4951-5000. The charge is calculatedaccording to the number of kilometers your journey is. My note- Atone time the ticket fare was on tapering system. It meant when one travelsmore, the fare per KM is reduced in a tapering manner. Q7 Should garlic be eaten daily? If so howmuch to eat? A7 World Health's, Diploma D.ED from SaiMohan Collage22h Although noofficial recommendation exist for how much garlic you should eat, studies show that eating 1–2 cloves (3–6 grams) per day may have healthbenefits ( 1). If you notice any side effects after eating more than thisamount, consider reducing your intake. The Health Benefits of Eating Garlic are: Raw garlic has thepotential to ward off cough and could infection. Eating two crushed garliccloves on an empty stomach has maximum benefit. For kids and babies, hanginggarlic cloves in a thread around their necks is supposed to relieve congestionsymptom. 2. Improves Brain Functioning Garlic promotesbrain health because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It iseffective against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia. Also,read more on the best brain foods to include in your diet. 3.Improves Digestion Digestive problemsimprove with the inclusion of raw garlic in the diet. It benefits theintestines and reduces inflammation. The good thing is that itdestroys the bad bacteria and protects the good bacteria in the gut. 4.Balances Blood Sugar Those who sufferfrom diabetes observe their blood sugar levels regulating the consumption ofraw garlic. My note- Garlic regulate blood sugar levelis a new information to me. However one should consume after doctor’s adviceonly Q8 Has anyone ever considered theNeanderthals as our direct ancestor? If not, why not? A8 Matt Riggsby, MA Archaeology, BostonUniversity Dec 13 They did, yes. Indeed, ever since they were firstdiscovered in the middle of the 19th century,archaeologists and anthropologists have gone back and forth over the questionof whether Neanderthals were ahuman ancestor, a completely separate species, or a sub-species of modernhumans. A huge amount of ink has been spilled on the topic over theyears. The conclusionscience is coming to as a result of genetic analysis is something I don’t thinkanybody ever saw coming: Neanderthals are a separate speciesdescended from a common ancestor, but they’re also similar enough to us forthere to have been some interbreeding, like horses and donkey or lionsand tigers, when our two species met up about 70,000 years ago. So whileNeanderthals are not the direct ancestor of humans as a species (we’re separatelydescended from Homo erectus), there are Neanderthal ancestors of most individualhumans. Q9 Is it okay to have green tea on anempty stomach? A9 Amit Pramanik, Techie, Foodie,Lifestyle & Passionate Home Enthusiast4h Green tea is a popular beverage that is often consumedfor its potential health benefits. Some peopleprefer to drink green tea on an empty stomach, as they believe it may help toimprove digestion and metabolism. However, drinking green tea on an empty stomach may alsocause some people to experience digestive discomfort,such as stomach aches, nausea, or heartburn. This is because the high acidityof the tea can irritate the lining of the stomach, particularly if you aresensitive to acidic foods or drinks. Additionally, green tea contains caffeine, which canstimulate the production of stomach acid. This canexacerbate digestive issues, particularly if you have a sensitive stomach or acondition such as acid reflux. If you want to drink green tea on an empty stomach, itis a good idea to start with a small amount and see how your body reacts.You can also try dilutingthe tea with water or adding some honey or lemon to help reduce the acidity. Ultimately, it isimportant to listen to your body and pay attention to how it responds to greentea, especially if you have any digestive issues. It may be best to drink green tea withmeals or after eating to help reduce the risk of digestive discomfort. Q10 What are some of the pros andcons of having a sink in your kitchen? A10 Gopala Krishnan, Former AssistantGeneral Manager 1996-2004 at Department of Telecom (1966–2004)Just now I am writing thisanswer from Chennai, India. Some sort of sink was used in middle classfamilies. When I was about ten years R C C slab was provided in kitchen andoven using wooden logs. Mymother desired some sort of sink for keeping used vessels and a raised squareportion was made with bricks on the slab and cemented both sides. It was the firstsink known to me. Vessels used were kept in it for next day cleaning, taking itoutside. Many homes inlater period provided tap and waste line from it. Regular sink wasnot available in many homes even in 1980’s. Sinks in ceramic were available from 1990’s in myofficial quarters. Nowin my new home stainless steel sinks are provided. One in kitchen and anotherin work area. The benefit isused vessels can be kept and keep kitchen some what neat.At leisure time they can be cleaned. At night it can be cleaned. If vessels aretransferred to work area, kitchen can be kept more clean, delicate vessels if necessary kept in kitchensink. >From the outlet let into public system/ soak pit, if notperiodically cleaned >and refreshers used can give foul smell. Small creaturescan get in to sink. Now stainlesssteel stainer cup is available to fit in to sink outlet replacing old cover.This prevents all small creatures getting in . Howeverperiodical cleaning of outlet with cleaning items and application of roomfreshner is a must. All the above QA are from Quora website on 22-11- 2022. Quora answers need not be 100% correct answers .Compiled and posted byR. Gopala krishnan on 23-11-2022 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/thatha_patty/1994284096.2388450.1671756285310%40mail.yahoo.com.
