Are you aware of these health issues of consuming too much Kale?

by vellorecity | Feb 11, 2025 | News

These days, a pink or green coloured leafed vegetable has been consumed by many of us. This is kale and they belong to the cabbage family or cruciferous vegetables family.

Kale has many nutrients like vitamins like A, C, K, plus minerals like calcium, magnesium, bioflavin and fibre content etc in them and consuming this kale would make us healthy. It is worthy to note that raw kale is slightly bitter with peppery flavour but when simmered for long the bitter taste would transform into a sweetish taste. Being highly versatile in nature, kale is commonly found in salads, soups, smoothies etc.

There are many health benefits of eating kale like improved heart health, better bone health, less chances of getting macular degeneration etc.

Consuming kale in excess is not advisable as it can lead to few health issues in us.

Side effects of consuming excess amounts of kale are

Digestive issues:

For some individuals, excess intake of kale could lead to digestive issues like gas, bloating etc. it must be noted that kale belongs to a complex sugar family called the raffinose family of oligosaccharides or RFO. This can lead to bloating. It is good to consume kale by discarding its stem and slicing the leaves.

Not suitable for kidney patients:

Those with kidney disease must not consume kale in excess amounts. The reason for that is that kale has potassium and that would be harmful for kidney health. The oxalate and potassium content present in kale would make intake of kale dangerous for those with chronic kidney disease.

Not suitable for patients on blood thinners:

Certain persons consume blood thinning drugs for the sake of their health. Bitter fact is that these persons must not eat kale in excess amounts and it would counteract the effect of blood thinners. It is learnt that persons taking warfarin or blood thinning drugs must maintain consistent vitamin K if necessary. Point is that fluctuation can interfere with the effectiveness of medications. Blood clots could occur when sudden increase in vitamin K intake would counteract the anticoagulant effects.

Not suitable for thyroid patients:

Not many of us know that kale has got substances like thallogens and goitrogens etc. Truth is that thallium is a heavy metal and is harmful to humans in excess or large quantities. . Goitrogens could interfere with thyroid functions. 

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by vellorecity | Feb 10, 2025 | News

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by vellorecity | Feb 10, 2025 | News

Tamil Nadu Releases General Examination Schedule for Classes 10, 11, and 12

by vellorecity | Feb 10, 2025 | News

The general examination schedule for classes 10, 11, and 12 has been officially released by Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi at the Coimbatore Collector`s office today. The timetable outlines key dates for the upcoming board exams in 2025, with separate schedules for written exams and practical assessments.

Class 10 Examination Schedule

Class 11 Examination Schedule

Class 12 Examination Schedule

Result Dates Announced:

– Class 12 Results: May 9, 2025
– Class 10 and 11 Results: May 19, 2025

The Department of School Education has advised students to prepare in advance for both the practical and written examinations, as the schedules provide sufficient time for thorough preparation. The announcement aims to facilitate a smooth examination process for students, teachers, and parents across Tamil Nadu.

Gold Rate Increased Today Morning (10.02.2025)

by vellorecity | Feb 10, 2025 | News

The cost of gold has increased to Rs. 280 per sovereign on Monday Morning (February 10, 2025). The cost of the gold rate has increased to Rs. 35 per gram.

The gold rate has increased and one sovereign was worth Rs. 63840.00 and a gram was Rs. 7980.00.

The cost of 1 gram of pure gold (24 K) is now Rs.  8705.00.

A kilo of silver is priced at Rs. 107,000.00 and a gram is worth Rs. 107.00.

Remove sun tan from the skin during summers by using these superb home remedies!!

by vellorecity | Feb 10, 2025 | News

The winter season has gone and soon we could face the peak summer season.

We could get darkened skin or skin tan after exposing our skin to the ultraviolet radiation from the sun and in some cases there are chances of getting skin cancer also. Skin tanning can be a really serious issue. Bitter fact is that the sun could provide us the natural source of vitamin D but the harmful rays could also tan our skin. There are some high quality products available in the market that could be used on the skin to avoid skin tan. Not many of us would know about home based remedies that are also available to avoid skin tan.

Why do our skin tans when exposed to sunlight?

The outermost layer of our skin is called epidermis and this epidermis experiences skin tanning. The melanocytes are present in 5 percent of epidermis. Point is that when exposed to UV light from the sun, the epidermis melanin is produced and the skin gets darkened. A defensive range over the UV rays is created. This darkened area on the skin is termed as tanning.

Various home based remedies to remove sun tan from the skin are

By using aloe vera:

The tan present on the skin would get lightened when we apply aloe vera. Here, aloe vera gel is applied on the affected portion on the skin and left overnight. Next morning, it is necessary to wash the portion with cold water. Repeatedly doing this activity would remove skin tan.

By using lemon and honey combo:

It must be noted that honey moisturises and prevents excess dryness whereas the citric acid in the lemons would lighten the skin. In the first step, we must take lemon juice and mix it with honey on the tanned portion of the skin. It is allowed to stand for 20 minutes and finally the skin must be washed well with lukewarm water. Doing this procedure 4 times a week would give superb results.

By using cucumber:

Cucumber is well known for its cooling effect. It would cool down the skin when used on the skin. In the first step, cucumber must be taken and juice must be squeezed out. It is then applied to the affected portion on the skin with cotton balls. For 20 minutes, the process must be done. The tan on the skin would become light.

By using yoghurt and turmeric combo:

It is known that the lactic acid present in the yoghurt would brighten and exfoliate the skin. The skin irritation would get soothes byby means of turmeric. Here, half a teaspoon of turmeric is added to 2 tablespoons of yoghurt and they mixed gently. In the next step, the combination is applied on the tanned portion of the skin. Finally, after 20minutes, the skin is rinsed off using cold water. For better results, this process must be done three times per week.

By using tomato pulp:

The lycopene present in the tomatoes would lessen the tanning present on the skin.. Here, the tomato is ground and the pulp is used on the tanned portion on the skin. After 20minutes, the portion must be washed well with cold water.

By using potato:

The tanned or dark coloured areas on the skin would become bright or lighten by using potatoes that are rich in catecholase. In the first step, the juice from raw potato must be obtained. Then, the juice must be applied on the tanned portion on the skin. The juice from the potato must be left to stand for about half an hour. Repeatedly doing this would remove the skin tan from the skin.

By using milk and rice flour combo:

It must be taken into account that rice flour is a good skin exfoliator and milk would lighten and soften the skin. By using the combination of milk and rice four on the affected area on the skin for 15 minutes, skin tanning would be removed.