The Social Costs of Smoking

Costs-of-SmokingUnlike what occurred at least fifty years ago when smoking was a symbol of status, a privilege own knights , a ceremony surrounded by sophistication and ritual to which even reserved luxurious lounges , aspirational action promoted in Hollywood movies today is a social practice rejected increasing circles .

Nicotine addicts argue that it is a discriminatory practice repentant former smokers , a plot of good health consciences against freedom , the truth is that more and more people know the effects of snuff on health of those who smoke , and those who are around and seek his protection.

The social cost for the smoker grows every day. As health consciousness extends close social circles . Friends and associates prefer the company of non-smokers, are removed from the places with smoke snuff and extend its limitations by not smoking in their homes and cars.

Companies are particularly strict about this and separated from employment applications to smokers by the implicit costs mean their sick leave, medical insurance and maintenance costs in air conditioning, painting , carpets and curtains property .

The office property leases and goes through the same condition. Landlords prefer Tenants who do not smoke and set clauses in contracts that prohibit smoking to reduce maintenance costs and insurance.

As for the restaurants , bars , concert halls , offices, banquet halls , public buildings and other places of living , governments around the world have banned the consumption of snuff within its facilities and space adaptation fostered special within those establishments directed at smokers .

Smoking is a voluntary act that anyone can make in private without disturbing anyone. Health costs are widely known now becoming known as the growing isolation undergoing nicotine addicts .

Formerly adjunct to the distinction and social life , the snuff has become a heavy burden for sociability , a reason for rejection if not for discrimination and confinement of smokers

Ments For High Cholesterol

Cholesterol-highWhen we least expect it , there is the annual checkup , and with it a few surprises are overweight or have high cholesterol.
For those who have discovered high cholesterol or who already suffer , basic tips for food that helps lower bad cholesterol and feel better.

These foods that we recommend below to include in your diet everyday consumer are :

  • Eggs

: clear only when you are with high cholesterol. You can eat the whole egg when you have leveled, but no more 2-3 week.
Meat: chicken and turkey , which contain less saturated fat but preferably skinless boiled or steamed.

  • Fish and seafood: blue fish, oysters and clams , which are rich in Omega 3 fatty acids that help lower bad cholesterol.
  • Milk and dairy products : all low -fat and calories.
  • Olive oil: is highly recommended for its unsaturated fatty acids to lower high cholesterol.
  • Dressings : mustard , vinegar and homemade vinaigrettes , without much salt and oil with garlic and lemon.
  • Vegetables, vegetables, fruits and legumes : all you like, in portions of 100 grams minimum .
  • Grains: are richer in fiber and provide less fat , such as pasta, rice flakes and biscuits. Do not eat pastries or industrial bakery .
  • Drinking: lots of water and unsweetened fruit juices . No alcoholic beverages.
  • Sweets: honey and low calorie jams .