[When is the best time to add soy sauce when stewing meat?] A. Add it early; B. Add it late.

Answer: Adding soy sauce too early when stewing meat will not only accelerate the coagulation of proteins in the meat, making it difficult to cook until tender, but also destroy the nutrients in the soy sauce and cause it to lose its umami flavor. It's best to add soy sauce when the meat is about 70% cooked. Therefore, the answer is B*.

Are eggs highly nutritious?

●Recently, "high-nutrition eggs" have been selling like hotcakes in markets in Qingdao, Shandong Province. These eggs, claimed to be rich in nutrients such as selenium and DHA , are priced at twice that of regular eggs.

●my country has hygiene standards for eggs, but no nutritional standards.

[ Tip ] Freshness is more important when buying eggs. Eggs with a white bloom on the shell and a slightly rough texture are fresher .*

How to identify dyed yellow croaker?

●Recently, yellow croaker dyed with sunset yellow dye was found in the Nanjing market. This dye is believed to enhance the yellow color and increase sales.

Sunset Yellow is a synthetic pigment; long-term consumption can lead to its accumulation in the body and damage the liver and kidneys.

[ Tip ] Undyed fish have white skin around their mouth and gills; if you find yellow liquid around the fish's mouth, it has likely been dyed and should not be purchased .

Beware of high blood pressure when using computers.

● Xiao Lin, a young man from Fuzhou, often played online games for long periods of time. He initially ignored the dizziness he experienced, but recently he fainted and was diagnosed with high blood pressure.

● Prolonged computer use for gaming or work can cause mental stress, which can increase adrenaline secretion and trigger high blood pressure.

[ Note ] Do not use a computer continuously for more than 3 hours; if you experience headache or blurred vision after use, you should have your blood pressure checked .*

Tomorrow's solar term: Rain Water

●Cold waves are frequent after the rainy season, and the temperature fluctuates greatly, making people susceptible to colds, arthritis, and other illnesses.

● Keeping the head, neck, and lower limbs warm helps prevent colds and arthritis. Wear a hat, scarf, and knee pads when going out.

● Traditional Chinese medicine believes that at this time, it is advisable to eat foods that strengthen the spleen and moisten the lungs, such as lotus root and white fungus, which can help fight off colds .*

[ March 3 : National Ear Love Day]

● The number of people with hearing problems in China has reached 20.57 million, and one of the important reasons is that colds are not treated in time, which can damage hearing.

●Inflammation following a cold can spread to the Eustachian tube, causing otitis media, which can lead to tinnitus and hearing loss.

[ Tip ] Treat colds promptly. If you experience tinnitus or ear fullness, seek medical attention immediately .

Vegetables are a good accompaniment when eating glutinous rice balls (tangyuan).

● The fillings for glutinous rice balls are mostly sesame, peanuts, or meat, and with the oil used in mixing the fillings, they are high in oil content. Eating too much of these can easily raise blood lipid levels.

● It's best to eat carrots, spinach, and other vegetables at the same time as this, as they are rich in dietary fiber, which can absorb intestinal oils and promote their excretion.

● It is not advisable to eat more than 2 liang (approximately 100 grams) of glutinous rice balls per day. People with diabetes or high cholesterol should not eat them .*

[You should have a physical exam every year, starting at age 20 ]

● After age 20 , the human body's metabolic rate decreases by 2% every 10 years , harming the immune system.

●Men may develop chronic diseases such as high cholesterol and diabetes at a young age due to heavy workloads or habits such as smoking and drinking.

●It is advisable to have a full physical examination once a year to detect abnormal signals in the body early .*

Men should start building muscle before age 30 .

● Men in their 20s can slow down the rate of muscle atrophy later in life by strengthening their muscles through intensive exercise.

● The best exercises are dumbbells, barbells, push-ups, and pull-ups. Always warm up before exercising to prevent injury.

●Exercise 3 times a week, about half an hour each time, ideally every other day .*

To strengthen your chest muscles, try wide-grip push-ups.

● Traditional push-ups require hands shoulder-width apart. Adjusting the hand distance to slightly wider than shoulder-width can effectively work the chest muscles.

● When practicing, you can do a few fast repetitions first, then a few slow repetitions. The change in frequency can better stimulate muscle growth.

●After practicing for a while, elevate your feet and support yourself with your hands to increase the intensity .*

[It is not advisable to use shower gel after bathing in a hot spring.]

● Many people will use shower gel to wash their skin after soaking in hot springs to keep their skin clean.

● When soaking in a hot spring, moisture is lost from the skin through sweat. If you then wash with shower gel, it can cause the skin's natural oils to be stripped away, leading to dry and itchy skin.

●After soaking in the hot spring, take a shower and rinse with clean water to thoroughly clean your skin .*

[Itchy skin in spring should not be treated with medication on your own]

●After spring arrived, Mr. Liu developed red rashes on his hands. He thought it was tinea and bought medication, but the itching worsened. He was later diagnosed with eczema.

●Springtime temperatures fluctuate greatly, and the increase in allergens such as pollen can easily trigger eczema.

[ Tip ] Avoid areas with lots of flowers and plants in spring; if you have itchy skin, do not self-medicate, seek medical attention promptly .

How can men test their lung capacity?

● If you can climb four flights of stairs without feeling breathless and only slightly short of breath, your lung capacity is basically normal. If you experience severe shortness of breath, your lung capacity may be below the normal standard.

● Decreased lung capacity can reduce cardiopulmonary function and affect oxygen supply to the brain.

●Doing chest-expanding exercises every morning after waking up and before going to bed can prevent a decrease in lung capacity .*

Be cautious when eating barbecue from roadside stalls.

●Recent media reports indicate that many roadside barbecue vendors in Fuzhou are using excessive amounts of additives to make their food taste better, with some adding as many as four or five different additives to a single chicken wing.

●Additives contain chemicals such as nitrites; excessive intake can increase the burden on the liver and kidneys.

[ Tip ] When buying barbecue food, avoid those that are very fragrant, oily, and tender; it's best to buy from reputable barbecue restaurants .

Tomorrow's solar term: Awakening of Insects

●The meaning of "Awakening of Insects" is that the weather warms up, the first spring thunder sounds, and insects hibernating underground are awakened.

● Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the liver function begins to become more active after the Awakening of Insects (Jingzhe), so it is important to nourish the liver during health preservation.

●Liver-nourishing methods: Eat some spicy foods, such as leeks and garlic sprouts, but those prone to getting overheated should avoid them; regularly exercise your muscles and bones, such as doing gymnastics or practicing Tai Chi .

When buying bottled water, pay attention to the type of container you choose.

●Recently, Shandong media reported that the production of substandard bottles for bottled water is highly profitable, and substandard bottles account for 50% of the market.

●Substandard containers use inferior plastic, which can leach heavy metals into the water, potentially damaging the kidneys if ingested.

[ Note ] Qualified buckets are made of high-quality plastic, have a PC mark on the bottom , and are smooth, transparent, and light blue in color .

Sun exposure can help prevent kidney tumors in men.

● The incidence of kidney tumors is increasing year by year. Male patients are three times more likely to be affected than female patients.

●Studies have found that men who regularly sunbathe have a 30% lower incidence of disease, while women do not. This is related to the different hormone levels in men and women.

●Eating root vegetables such as bananas, carrots, or lettuce regularly is also a good way to prevent this .*

[Is it better to eat water chestnuts raw or cooked?] A. Raw; B. Cooked.

Answer: Water chestnuts, also known as horse chestnuts, grow in paddy fields and ponds, making them prone to carrying parasites. Even scalding them with boiling water or soaking them in salt water when eating them raw after peeling cannot completely guarantee safety. Cooking them not only kills bacteria but also aids digestion. Therefore, the answer is B*.

[Weekly Health: Plant some Clivia indoors during winter]

● In winter, the cold weather and the fact that doors and windows are often closed can lower the oxygen content indoors, easily causing dizziness and chest tightness.

● Clivia is known as a green "home oxygen bar" because it releases a large amount of oxygen and increases the oxygen content in the room.

[Weekly Health: Post-Holiday Cleanse with Sweet Potato and Tremella Soup]

● Irregular eating habits during the Spring Festival can easily disrupt gastrointestinal function, leading to bloating.

Sweet potatoes and white fungus are rich in fiber and pectin, and eating them after the holidays can help cleanse the stomach and intestines. However, sweet potatoes are high in starch, so those with excessive stomach acid should eat them sparingly.

[Weekly Health Tip: When buying cured meat, avoid brightly colored ones]

● Brightly colored cured meats often contain chemical pigments such as carmine, and long-term consumption may increase the risk of developing tumors.

● When choosing cured pork, look at the color. Normal cured pork is dark red and has a glossy appearance.

[Prevent heart disease by checking your pulse]

●Studies have found that men with a resting pulse rate exceeding 75 beats per minute have a 30% higher risk of heart disease.

●Take your pulse while lying in bed after waking up in the morning, before moving around; the result will be most accurate at this time.

● Alternating between high-intensity and low-intensity exercise can improve cardiac function and lower pulse rate. For example, jogging briskly for 5 minutes, followed by jogging slowly for 5 minutes.

[Don't towel dry your hair after shampooing] Rubbing your hair can easily damage it. After washing your hair, you should use a highly absorbent towel to pat it dry, or let it air dry naturally.

Health Quiz: When is the best time to eat sweets to avoid gaining weight? A. Morning; B. Afternoon; C. Evening.

Answer: The body's glucose metabolism activity is weaker at night than during the day, and activity levels are lower at night. Therefore , sugar ingested at night is more easily converted into fat after digestion and absorption, leading to weight gain. The answer is C.

[Healthy Family Portrait]

1. It's not advisable to peel white radishes before eating them. 98% of the calcium in white radishes is in the peel .

2. Performing reverse stretches after exercise can relax muscles and relieve pain. For example, when playing badminton, you exert force forward, so when stretching, you should stretch backward.

3. Traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine should not be taken at the same time; a 1- hour interval is required.

Strong teeth start with magnesium-rich foods. Magnesium helps bind calcium to tooth enamel, thus preventing cavities. Foods rich in magnesium include: seaweed, almonds, soybeans, oats, and mushrooms.

[For eye fatigue, eat some chewy foods]

1. Chewing can increase the eye muscles' ability to adjust the lens, helping to relieve eye fatigue.

2. To protect your eyes, eat more chewy foods such as corn, apples, and walnuts to increase the frequency and intensity of chewing.

3. People with poor gastrointestinal health should eat less chewy food and can chew sugar-free gum instead.

Men's Health

● Coconut juice is rich in electrolytes and is known as a natural sports drink. Drinking some after exercise helps restore physical strength and relieve fatigue.

●Tea cups should be cleaned frequently, as substances such as mercury and lead in tea stains can enter the body when drinking tea and are harmful to health.

●Swiss invention: Microchips that can quickly identify drug-resistant bacteria, aiding in the correct use of medication.

Health Quiz: Is it better to drink soup before or after meals? A. Before meals; B. After meals.

Answer: Drinking soup after a meal dilutes gastric juices, making digestion easier. Drinking half a bowl of soup before a meal, on the other hand, acts as a lubricant for the digestive tract, allowing food to be swallowed smoothly and preventing dry, hard foods from irritating the digestive system. The answer is A.

[Healthy Family Portrait]

1. When using a computer frequently, look towards the upper left and upper right to relieve eye strain.

2. Fruits and vegetables should be eaten as soon as possible after purchase. Refrigerated storage should not exceed 3 days to prevent nutrient loss.

3. Once the medicine is opened, the desiccant should be discarded immediately; otherwise, it will absorb moisture faster than the medicine itself, easily causing the medicine to become damp.

[When brushing your teeth, hold your mouthwash in your mouth for 10 seconds.] This prolongs the contact time between the toothpaste ingredients and your teeth, allowing them to penetrate deeper into the gums and enhance their protective effect.

Health Quiz: Which method is correct when using a throat lozenge? A. Place it in front of the tongue; B. Place it at the back of the tongue or in the throat.

Answer: Holding the throat lozenge in the back of the tongue or throat will over-stimulate the local mucous membrane. Holding it in front of the tongue allows the lozenge to move with the tongue, increasing drug sensitivity and promoting drug release. The answer is A.

What fruits can relieve fatigue after exercise? During exercise, the body loses vitamin C through sweat. Eating some sour fruits rich in vitamin C after exercise , such as jujubes, kiwis, and citrus fruits, can effectively reduce fatigue and help you recover your strength quickly.

[Healthy Family Portrait]

1. The ink in books and newspapers contains lead. Wash your hands promptly after reading to prevent lead from entering through the mouth and causing blood diseases.

2. Avoid drinking sugary drinks one hour before exercise , as this can cause insulin levels to rise, making you more susceptible to hypoglycemia during exercise.

3. When buying a thermometer, look for the " CCV " mandatory inspection mark to avoid inaccurate temperature readings.

Beware of bronchitis caused by large temperature fluctuations in early spring.

1. When the temperature fluctuates greatly, the body's resistance decreases, making it easier to develop bronchitis.

2. Pay attention to adding or removing clothing according to the temperature. Do not suddenly take off your clothes when you are sweating a lot to prevent catching a cold.

3. If you experience frequent coughing and phlegm production during the cooler morning and evening hours, you should seek medical attention.

Health [Test Your Knowledge] When buying soap, what color should you choose? A. Light color; B. Dark color.

Answer: Everyone should choose soap based on their own skin type. Compared to dark-colored soaps, light-colored soaps contain less fragrance and pigment, are less alkaline, and are less irritating, making them less likely to damage the skin. The correct answer is A.

[Healthy Family Portrait]

1. Rotating your arms daily (first clockwise, then counterclockwise) can improve blood circulation to the brain and relieve mental fatigue.

2. Regularly performing the "hands behind your back, chest out" exercise while sitting for long periods can relieve cervical spine pressure and prevent cervical spondylosis.

3. Ensure good ventilation when using computers or televisions . These devices release brominated flame retardants during operation, which are detrimental to health.

【Simple Neck Exercise: Chin Support with Hands】 The posture of supporting your chin with your hands while thinking shifts the brain's center of gravity to the arms, effectively relaxing the neck muscles and promoting cervical spine health.

How to prevent dentin hypersensitivity?

1. 30% of people have dentin hypersensitivity, experiencing tooth pain when eating acidic or cold foods. Tooth wear and gum damage are the main causes.

2. When eating, alternate between chewing with your teeth on both sides, and eat less hard food to reduce tooth wear.

3. Do not brush your teeth horizontally, and do not brush too hard to avoid damaging your gums.

[Today's Reading: A Test on Filial Piety]

I saw a "filial piety quiz" online and started answering it with great interest. But the more I did, the heavier my heart became: When are your parents' birthdays? What shoe size do your parents wear, and what colors do they like to wear? Do you often chat with your parents? Do you know how to make them happy? Can you eat the leftovers your parents have? Will you despise your parents when they get old…?

In the end, I failed the test. I always thought that filial piety meant giving my parents money and helping them with chores. After finishing this test, I felt ashamed and speechless, because true filial piety is hidden in the small details of daily life.

Occasional exercise can easily lead to injury.

1. Insufficient exercise during the week, with only weekend exercise, can disrupt the body's balance and easily lead to injury.

2. Exercise at least 3 times a week, otherwise your body will degenerate at twice the rate of those who exercise regularly.

3. Exercise 3 times a day for 10 minutes each time, such as skipping rope or kicking your legs, which is equivalent to half an hour of exercise.

[To relieve stress on your stomach and intestines after the holidays, try making a vegetable soup.]

1. Drinking vegetable soup after the holidays can not only relieve greasiness but also cleanse the intestines and detoxify the body.

2. Boil cabbage, carrots, potatoes, celery, corn, etc. together to make a soup, then thicken with cornstarch.

3. This dish contains carotene, vitamins, and dietary fiber, which can protect the liver and detoxify the body.

What plants are suitable for the bedroom?

1. Snake plant: Also known as "air vitamin," it absorbs carbon dioxide and produces oxygen at night.

2. Spider plant: It can absorb harmful gases such as formaldehyde and purify the air. It is especially suitable for newly renovated rooms.

3. Cactus: Releases oxygen and improves air quality.

[What tea is good for dealing with internal heat caused by staying up late during the holidays?]

1. Staying up late can easily cause "internal heat." At this time, it is advisable to drink some teas that have the effects of nourishing yin and clearing heat.

2. Take 10 grams each of chrysanthemum, wolfberry, and ophiopogon japonicus , decoct them in water, and drink the decoction as tea. This can nourish yin and clear heat.

3. People who are particularly prone to getting overheated can drink some weak green tea, as green tea is the best at reducing internal heat.

Prevent neck and back pain during the holidays by doing some resistance exercises.

1. During the Spring Festival, prolonged sitting while watching TV can easily lead to neck and back pain. It is advisable to do some resistance exercises.

2. Make fists with both hands and press them against your chin with relative force, hold for 5 minutes, three times a day.

3. Cross your hands behind your back, arch your neck and back as far as possible, hold for a few seconds. This can stretch your muscles and relieve fatigue.

[Protect your gut during the holidays by eating more whole grains]

1. During holidays, people tend to eat more refined foods such as chicken, duck, fish, and meat, which can slow down intestinal peristalsis and cause constipation.

2. It is advisable to eat whole grains regularly, such as sweet potatoes and oats. These are rich in fiber, which can promote bowel movements.

3. For breakfast, you can have a bowl of oatmeal porridge or millet porridge; add sweet potato when cooking meat.

Don't forget to have a banana after eating too many snacks!

1. Eating too many snacks like sunflower seeds and peanuts during holidays can increase salt intake and easily lead to high blood pressure.

2. Bananas are rich in potassium, which helps to eliminate excess salt from the body, stabilize blood pressure, and also clear heat and moisturize the intestines.

3. Other potassium-rich foods: white fungus, soybeans, apples.

During the Spring Festival, when watching TV frequently, it's even more important to protect your eyes.

1. Watching TV for extended periods during the Spring Festival can easily cause eye muscle spasms, leading to eye fatigue.

2. Watching TV continuously for 4 hours can decrease eyesight by 30%. It is advisable to get up and look into the distance every half hour.

3. After watching TV, apply a warm compress to your eyes to improve blood circulation and relieve eye fatigue. ● Free service canceled. [Why should you supplement calcium when staying up late?]

1. Staying up late can cause calcium loss and easily lead to fatigue.

2. When staying up late, avoid drinking strong tea and coffee, as they are rich in caffeine and can accelerate calcium excretion; it is better to drink yogurt and milk.

3. Calcium loss peaks around 2 AM , so it's a good time to eat calcium-rich snacks such as seaweed and soy products.

[Healthy Family Portrait]

1. Towels are prone to bacterial growth and should be regularly sun-dried. It is best to replace them every 3 months.

2. The two hours after exercise are the optimal time for glycogen synthesis. Drinking honey at this time can help relieve muscle soreness.

3. Using your left side more often can enhance the elasticity of blood vessels in the right brain and prevent cerebrovascular diseases.

Health Quiz: Which type of bean sprout is more nutritious? A. Long; B. Short.

Answer: Bean sprouts are most nutritious when they are 2 cm long. Sprouts that grow too long will lose vitamins and proteins. When they reach 10 cm in length, 20% of various nutrients are lost , including over 74% of vitamin C. The answer is B.