Tribune Sunday Magazine - 16 Aug 2020

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Contents On Our Radar A round-up of everything on our radar this week

Lifestyle A guide to basic table manners

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Health Decoding the Ketogenic diet

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Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

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Baba ka Dhaba Baba Ka Dhaba offers home cooked hygienic food in Lahore. Their traditional family recipes with the typical taste of Karachi caters to all sorts of taste buds and preferences ranging from vegetarian to meat lovers.

They have a weekly set menu for lunch and dinner slots for customised orders too. For more details log onto: www.instagram.com/ babakadhaba

The Concierge by Mohafiz Good news for expats!

Mohafiz, Pakistan’s only lifesaving app, has launched a concierge service for your parents, grandparents, and any dependents who need 24/7 support in emergency and everyday situations.

Among various services, The Concierge offers 24/7 access to ambulances, doctors, nurses, attendants, EMTs, notary and attestation services, and even drivers. For more details log onto: www.humanetek.org/the-concierge to register.

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Khaadi True to tradition, this Independence Day, Khaadi brings you a story of unity, inclusivity and hope- a story of Pakistan. We love how the film highlights Pakistan’s hopes, dreams and passion through the colours of Pakistan.

For more details log onto: www.instagram. com/khaadi

Kobab Kobab is popular for their scrumptious BBQ but they are specially known for their signature sauces and flavours. Kobab has now launched a Chipotle platter. The platter consists of finger licking BBQ chicken, their special rice and vegetables dripping in their chipotle sauce. For more details log onto: www.instagram.com/k-obab

Kameez Kameez is all about effortless style. They offer a huge variety of minimalistic, effortless and chic kurtas for women and children in solid and pastel colours. They are reasonably priced and will help you beat the summer heat while staying on trend. For more details log onto: www. instagram.com/kameez

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A Guide to

basic table

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Table manners have changed over the course of the years, the main reason why table manners are important is to make the experience of eating with others pleasant. Different cultures observe different rules for table manners. Each family or household has their own rules and standards of table manners. With so many table manners to learn and practice, observe these basic but important table manners as you enjoy your meal with others.

Napkins: Once you’re seated on the dining table and before you begin eating remove the napkin from the table and place it on your lap. If you get up from your seat in between the meal, place the napkin on your seat instead of the table. Once you’ve finished eating, fold the napkin and place it on the left of your place setting.

Holding utensils: The continental style is a very common and widely accepted style of holding your utensils, at formal and casual meals. What is the continental style?

Hold the fork in your left hand and the knife in your right hand. Using your left hand, hold the fork with its tines facing downwards and the knife in your right hand an inch or two above the plate. Extend your index finger and place it along the top of your knife’s blade.

Utensils to use: This can be confusing at times when there are different types and sizes of utensils set in front of you. To make this easier, use the outside in rule. Start your meal by using utensils on the outside for salad or appetizer and then work your way inward as you’re served with the AUGUST 16-22 2020

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main course and dessert. Your drinking glasses are always placed on your right.

When to begin eating: At a small gathering, wait till everyone is served and then begin eating. In a formal set up or a large gathering wait for everyone to be served or when the hosts ask you to start eating.

Resting utensils: When you rest your utensils to take a sip of your drink or in between conversation make sure to place your utensils on your plate near the centre in an angled position, as shown in the diagram.

End of the meal: At a formal set up the plates are removed by professional staff but mostly at casual meals with little to no help the meals are served and removed from the table by hosts.

Time to leave: When it’s time to leave or say good bye make sure it’s short and courteous.

Source: www.etiquettescholar.com

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Decoding the Ketogenic

diet

There are various diets which have become popular over time especially lowcarbohydrate diets have fallen in and out of favour before Atkins and then the Ketogenic diet became popular. However Ketogenic diet is a stricter diet, igniting a fierce scientific debate about its potential health risks and benefits. Ketogenic diet stresses to cut carbohydrates from the meal and depletes the body of glucose, forcing it to primarily burn fat and produces an alternate source of fuel called ketones.

We asked people who experienced major fat loss after doing the Keto diet and a nutritionist if this diet is good for everyone. One should do research, consult a dietitian or doctor to make sure you are safe during these specific diet plans.

Samia Munir — Homemaker How did Keto diet work for you?

It worked like magic. I love the results and I don’t find it that difficult to do, actually I find it the easiest diet that I have done; I can live on proteins hence I am really pleased with the results I’ve had so far, and as well as the initial weight loss was something I was looking forward to. I have noticed that my thighs, arms and belly have slimmed down. These are areas that I wanted to improve. I am really happy with the results I have lost 5kg and overall 11/2 inches difference in a month. I get prepared meals from la kitchenette. Their meals are tasty and fresh.

Did you suffer any side effects?

When my body entered ketosis I got keto flu that was constant headache and nausea for two days. I love fruits but in keto one can only have berries also I used to do workout regularly but during keto I experienced difficulty with exercise.

Would you recommend Keto diet?

I would definitely recommend to those who are struggling with stubborn weight and fat areas. Before starting it just keep in mind that it requires a lot of discipline and motivation, don’t cheat otherwise there’s no point doing it also don’t forget to take your multivitamins especially biotin for hair.

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Sadia Salman — Nutritionist What is a Ketogenic Diet?

Ketogenic diet was first designed for epileptic patients. It works on the ketones in the body which are produced by the liver in the form of stored fat. A typical keto diet will have 60% fats, 30% proteins and 10% carbs.

How well does keto work?

Since it’s a low carb diet, it does work on weight loss especially in the first few months. The only issue is you have to keep continuing with it to maintain that weight loss. Once you quit Keto, all the fats accumulated in the body will start showing their negative effects.

Is keto diet designed for everyone?

Keto is not for everyone. It can be dangerous for people with prior medical conditions. Also it should not be done without the help of experts who can monitor the diet and the macros.

What are the side effects of keto diet?

It can cause low blood pressure, kidney stones, constipation and it definitely causes nutrient deficiency since many foods are disallowed especially fruits and whole grains.

Is it true that keto may lower the risk of cancer and heart disease but can also risk other diseases?

Some research shows that it lowers insulin resistance and helps heart health. But there are contradictory reports of how it effects the body long term. If not done properly, it can increase the saturated fats in the body and cause harm to the heart instead. Those with medical conditions related to the liver, pancreas, gall bladder it thyroid should not try Keto at all.

Zainab Saeed — Head of research and development at a non profit How well did Ketogenic diet work on you?

It was amazing. I lost a lot of weight in the first month around 18 pounds!

That was a real motivation and I have overall lost around 40 pounds. I lost all that weight in the first four months of the diet. I have since then maintained a ketogenic lifestyle. Other than the weight loss I have much more energy and it also helped with some underlying conditions I had - such as knee pain and IBS. Is Keto diet designed for everyone and would you recommend it?

Not at all. People with underlying kidney and liver issues should not try it without consulting a doctor. Some body types also adapt much better to the Keto diet and see results quicker and faster but some body types don’t respond well to the ketogenic diet. That said, there is a lot of research indicating that the ketogenic diet reverses type two diabetes. And a lot of people with polycystic ovaries have also found out it to help with their condition.

Where there any side effects of keto diet?

With me specifically I didn’t have any side effects medically. I didn’t even get the Keto flu which is pretty typical for most people who go on the Keto diet. I did experience hair fall which was rectified by supplementing my diet with biotin. I also got a cholesterol spike in the first three months which normalised after six months and now I have better cholesterol readings compared to my pre Keto results.

Is it true that Keto may lower the risk of cancer and heart disease but can also risk other diseases?

There is conflicting research on this; but some research suggests that there is a higher chance of kidney issues and liver issues if you have been on the ketogenic diet for too long. In my own case, I am very particular about getting all my medical tests done every three months. These include liver function tests, creatinine level, kidney function tests, lipid profiles and CBCs. And Alhamdulilah over the past 18 months I have only seen improvements in all my results.

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Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar for Skin

Apple Cider Vinegar is a household product. It is known for its countless health, hair and skin benefits. With summer in full swing, it becomes difficult to take proper care of our skin especially if we often step out in the sun. The heat of the sun is usually very harmful and harsh for our skin which results in many skin related problems like sunburn, acne, sun tan, dark spots, pimples and other skin related issues. Apple cider vinegar is easily found in everyone’s kitchen and it can do wonders for your skin. Apple cider vinegar is rich in acetic, citric, malic and amino acid and contains vitamins, enzymes and mineral salts, which are beneficial for your skin.

Fights acne and pimples: If you have acne prone skin or are someone who struggles with skin breakouts, then apple cider vinegar is your saviour. Because of its antifungal and antibacterial properties, apple cider vinegar helps fight bacteria, dirt and excessive oil produced by your skin.

How to use: - Mix raw apple cider vinegar with water in a bowl.

- Soak a cotton ball in the mixture and apply it on the affected areas of your skin.

- Leave it for 10 minutes and wash off with warm water.

- Reapply a few times daily for few days to see the result.

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Helps heal sunburn: Due to its healing properties, apple cider vinegar is commonly used to treat sunburns. Apple cider vinegar helps soothe the pain and burn and makes the healing process faster.

How to use: - Mix half a cup apple cider vinegar with 4 cups of water.

- Dip a wash cloth with the mixture and apply to sunburned skin.

- Massage it for a while and then rinse.

- Repeat this several times daily until your condition improves.

How to use: - Dab a little apple cider vinegar on a cotton ball and directly apply it on your target spots and wrinkles.

- Leave it for 30 minutes and then wash it off with cool water.

- Follow this routine twice daily for 6 weeks and you will see the difference.

Works as a Skin Toner:

Soothe And Exfoliate Skin:

The astringent properties found in apple cider vinegar help increasing the blood flow to the skin and minimise the pores. It’s a great remedy for people with oily skin as it helps regulate the pH levels of your skin.

How to use: - Mix apple cider vinegar with water.

- Add few drops of essential oil.

- Apply the mixture using cotton ball on your skin using cotton ball.

- Leave it on for a few minutes then rinse with cool water.

Apple cider vinegar makes the skin soft and smooth, leaving it clean, hydrated and supple. Thealpha hydroxyl acid found in apple cider vinegar removes the dead skin cells and reveals healthy new skin cells.

How to use: - Pour some apple cider vinegar in a bucket of warm water.

- Wash your body with the mixture.

- Allow the protective acid to soak into your skin.

- Repeat this routine to maintain the pH levels of your skin.

Keeps dark spots and wrinkles at bay: The alpha hydroxyl acid in apple cider vinegar helps in removing dead skin leaving the skin healthy and glowing. It also works great to fight age spots and reduces fine lines and wrinkles.

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Source: www.food.ndtv.com

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