Wednesday, August 8, 2012

This type of Packaging Materials and Food Additives


This type of Packaging Materials and Food Additives

Types of additives
According to Majeed (1996) these additives can be divided into several groups based on their intended use, namely: 1) the agent is an additive made ​​from an emulsion of fat and water for example lecithin 2) stabilizing agent and pemekat eg alginate and glycerin, 3) barrier agents crust to prevent clumping , 4) nutritional enhancement agent for example a variety of vitamins, 5) nitrate salt agents and preservatives eg nitrite, 6) for example, an antioxidant agent vitamin C and E; BHT (Butylated Hydroxy-toluene) and BHA (Butylated Hydroxy-anisole), 7) agent developers for bread and cake, 8) flavoring agent example monosodium glutamate (MSG), 9) dye. In addition to the above additives Denfer ninth (2001) also states that there are other ingredients added to food include: 1) laxative agent, 2) animal fat, 3) marinade ingredients, 4) material separator, 5) modified starch, 6) alcohol, and 7) gelatin.

Besides the materials mentioned above involving the use, size and the rules have been determined according to the Indonesian National Standard (SNI), which we should be aware of is the presence of dyes and preservatives that are added are not for food use, such as borax and formaldehyde as a preservative that has been reported by Suriawiria (2003). Where 86.2% pointed out that there is a wet noodle market and supermarkets contain formalin. In addition to the red color paste 50% are using Rhodamin B dye should be used for textiles. In addition Rhodamin also commonly given in syrup to create the red color.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Seven Unhealthy Eating Habits in Children


Seven Unhealthy Eating Habits in ChildrenGiving a child candy or chocolate to fruits and vegetables spend even a bad effect, Obesity in children has now become one of health problems difficult to solve without a proper solution. Was the responsibility of parents to teach them healthy eating habits to the baby from an early age.

Seven Unhealthy Eating Habits in ChildrenArrangements and the introduction of diet will affect their health. There are some unhealthy eating habits that need to be avoided, as quoted from Bangstyle.

A. Food spending to clean dishes

In general, healthy children will eat when they feel hungry and stop before satiety. But many parents are not aware of this mess by teaching children to spend the food until a clean plate.

This will make the child can eat up too full. Should provide the appropriate portions for children, not too little nor too much.

2. Candy or chocolate as a gift

Already it is common for most parents persuade their children to want to eat fruits or vegetables with a "bribe" or gifts given to sweet desserts such as candy, chocolate ice cream and so forth.

This is of course not good for you indirectly teach children to think that sweet foods are the most delicious food rather than a main meal. As a result, the child will get used to eating a sweet dessert after they eat a healthy balanced diet.

3. Provide a snack too much

Providing snacks to the children too much will make the kids have plenty of bread that does not contain the nutrients for their bodies, so that they will refuse to eat healthy foods. In addition, snacking habits in children is also of course will lead to obesity.

4. Excess calories from beverages

Beverages such as sodas, canned juices and smoothies that are easily found everywhere high in calories and does not provide any vitamins or nutrients to the body. Therefore make it a habit to give your child plain water, milk or juice made at home.

5. Give them what they want

When a child refuses to eat food that is available and just whining to eat his favorite foods like junk food, you should be firm and do not always comply with their request with the reason you do not want them to bed hungry.

Teach children to distinguish between healthy food and what is not. However, it does not matter if you occasionally give them what they want. But you have to keep watching.

6. Let the children too long in front of the screen

Not limit the time a child in front of the screen can also have an impact on their weight. Do not allow children a day in front of the screen such as watching television, playing video games or computers. Avoid using television or other media to be the center of attention at the time your child is eating and chatting with you.

7. Ignoring bedtime

Lack of sleep can lead to the desire to snack and eat more than usual because they require extra energy intake to not fall asleep. Therefore, set the hours your child to sleep 8-9 hours every day.

Pollution hazard Big Cities For ChildrenPollution hazard Big Cities For Children


Pollution hazard Big Cities For ChildrenEven though it looks more modern, children who live in big cities have a greater risk of allergy. Health experts say children Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Michigan, United States, the tendency was increased by two fold.

Pollution hazard Big Cities For ChildrenAs reported MediaIndonesia.com, Sunday June 17, 2012, the results showed allergies arise from physically vulnerable children who are exposed to pollution from an early age. 

Unlike the case with children who live in rural areas, which are closer to the trees and clean air. Their immune system is trained from the air and environment more friendly.

Of studies, children who lived with his parents in big cities suffer from various allergic symptoms of itching, red rash on the skin, swollen face, until the health condition can be life threatening.

"We are committed to find the best cure for food allergies and this study provides additional information about why some people develop allergies and why others do not," said researcher Mary Jane Food Allergy Initiative Marchisotto

3 Health Problems in Dry Season


3 Health Problems in Dry SeasonThe dry season is hot enough to have a distinct advantage for those who are fond of traveling or do not like the rain caught outside during the move. However, just as the rainy season, which often triggers a number of diseases, dry season could also lead to the same thing so that it can inhibit the activity.

3 Health Problems in Dry SeasonOnly, the summer can be less happy to come over to the form of the disease. She Knows cited, at least four issues that need attention to health in this season:

Migraine and headache. Two diseases that make them feel uncomfortable head may feel more painful in the summer. Migraines and headaches for some people there were more frequent and chronic. Both can occur with frequent starts squinting into the sun.

Intake of ultraviolet rays and excessive heat makes the body susceptible to fatigue. As a result, the muscles become very tense in the face and head began to feel dizzy. Sweat pouring too fast can also be a cause of migraines, nausea, and vomiting. So, use umbrellas, sunglasses, or hats when outside to minimize the problem. And, try to always drink enough water to avoid dehydration.

Fungal infections. Fungi can grow in various places on the body. Body that is too damp with sweat triggers the growth of bacteria and fungi. Skin, feet, skin folds, to the pubic area can be a fertile place to grow mushrooms. If there are signs your body is exposed to fungal infection sebagaiknya treated immediately.

Prevention, immediately change clothes, pants, or whatever you wear when becomes too moist. Can also use an antifungal powder before wearing socks AAU.

Diseases caused by food poisoning. Summer is a situation that supports the acceleration of the process of food spoilage. So, if you have red meat, salad, milk, poultry meat, and so on, do check first that the quality of the food before eating them.

Food poisoning can come up with a lot of risk. For example, diarrhea, impaired body functions, until death.