CULTURAL QA 10-2023-16 All the BELOW QA are from Quora digest to me on 16-10- 2023.
Quora answers need not be 100% correct answers .Compiled and posted byR. Gopala krishnan, on 16-10-2023 Q1 If Krishna was an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, why did he have aweak spot on the toe? A1 Murari Das,Worshiping Krishna in Sridham Mayapur since1979Updated 3y Krishna is not anincarnation of Vishnu according to Gaudiya Vaishnava theology, He is the origin of Vishnu and He doesn’thave a weak spot on the toe. (Not even on His heel). His only weaknessis His love for His pure devotees. When He appears on the Earth, He does so a little bit like a human beingalthough He is the Supreme Personality of Godhead. He acts like a humanand has fun with His devotees. When it’s time to leave,He leaves a bit like a human being, so that those who want to think He is ahuman being, can do so and not be bothered by thoughts of God. Therefore like an actor, He acts outdying by being shot in the foot, but it’s just an act, to conclude Hisappearance on the Earth. Devotees know what isgoing on, but the foolish think that Krishna is a human being and dies becauseHis form is like a human’s form. Actually, it’s the other way round, our formis like Krishna’s form. Fools deride Me when Idescend in the human form. They do not know My transcendental nature as theSupreme Lord of all that be. Bg 9.11 Why was Krishna shot by a hunter? It is said that Jara thehunter, was the reincarnation of Sugriva's brother Vali, who had been killedfrom behind by Rama, so Jara was killing Krishna the way Rama had killed Vali.Others say that in his previous birth Jara was Vali’s son Angadh. Another account describes Jara as Bhrgu Muni. Krsna smiled at Jara, whoin a previous birth had been the brahmana Bhrgu Muni. For the offence of kicking Krsna's chest, Bhrgu Muni wascursed by Laksmi-devi to become a sinful hunter. "OJara!" Krsna replied. "Do not fear! You are only an instrument in my pastimes. Youhave seen and touched me, and thus you are now free of all sin. Now go to theabode of the pious and fear not." Krsna Sangati: Epilogue: Krsna's Earthly Pastimes Come toan End My note- I have added this QA for the information Jara as the rebirth ofsage Bhrigu. Q2 What is the prostate fluid? A2 Dr James Hewitt,Urologist - MD at Hospitals (2011–present)Aug 7 Understanding Prostate Fluid: Functions and Significance The prostate, a small but essential gland in men, playsa significant role in reproductive health. One of its key products is prostatefluid, which has several crucial functions. In this post, we'll delve into whatprostate fluid is, its role, and its importance for men's health. Prostate Fluid: A Closer Look: Prostate fluid is a milky substance produced by theprostate gland. This fluid is a component ofsemen, the seminal fluid that carries and nourishes sperm during ejaculation.While sperm from the testiclesmake up only a small part of semen, the majority comes from the prostate gland. Functions of Prostate Fluid: Sperm Nourishment: Prostate fluid provides vitalnutrients and enzymes that support the survival and movement of sperm. These elements aid in maintainingsperm viability and motility. Alkalinity Balance: The pH level of the female reproductive tract isnaturally acidic, which can hinder sperm survival. Prostate fluid helps balance thisacidity by providing an alkaline environment, enhancing the chances ofsuccessful fertilization. Semen Coagulation and Mobility: Prostate fluid containsproteins that aid in the coagulation of semen immediately after ejaculation. This gel-like consistencytemporarily prevents semen from leaking out of the vagina, allowingsperm more time to reach the egg. Over time, this coagulated semen becomes moreliquid, aiding sperm mobility. Scientific Studies References: Mann, T. (1964). TheBiochemistry of Semen and of the Male Reproductive Tract. In Male ReproductiveFunction and Semen (pp. 353-388). Springer. Wang, R., Sun, Y., Li, L.,Niu, Y., & Ge, X. (2018). Effects of Prostate Fluid Microenvironment onSperm Function. Reproduction, 155(2), R45-R54. Prostate fluid is a vitalcomponent of semen that supports the journey of sperm for successfulfertilization. Its diverse functions, including sperm nourishment, alkalinitybalance, and coagulation modulation, contribute to the overall reproductivehealth of men. Understanding the role of prostate fluid underscores thesignificance of the prostate gland in men's reproductive wellness. My note- The QA is added for the importance of prostrate fluid. As age increaseproduction of prostrate fluid reduce. Q3 Why do I keep waking up at 4 AM? A3 Health Director | Loving Father | Business Director May 22 Waking up at 4 AM is a common problem for many people,and it can be caused by a variety of factors.In this article, we will explore some of the most common reasons why peoplewake up at 4 AM and what you can do to prevent it. One of the most common reasons why people wake up at 4AM is due to a disrupted sleep cycle. Ourbodies have a natural sleep cycle that follows a pattern of deep sleep, lightsleep, and REM sleep. When this cycle is disrupted, it can cause us to wake upin the middle of the night. Oneway to prevent this is to establish a consistent sleep schedule. Try togo to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends. This willhelp regulate your sleep cycle and prevent you from waking up at 4 AM. Another reason why people wake up at 4 AM is due tostress or anxiety. When we are stressed or anxious, our bodies release cortisol, a hormone that can interfere with oursleep. Thiscan cause us to wake up in the middle of the night and have difficulty fallingback asleep. To prevent this, try practicing relaxation techniques before bed, such as meditation or deepbreathing exercises. You can also try writing down your worries in ajournal to help clear your mind before bed. Medical conditions can also cause people to wake up at 4AM. Sleep apnea, for example, is a condition where aperson’s breathing is interrupted during sleep. This can cause them to wake upin the middle of the night gasping for air. Other medical conditions that can disrupt sleep includeacid reflux, restless leg syndrome, and chronic pain. If you suspectthat a medical condition is causing your sleep disturbances, it is important to talk to your doctor. Environmental factors can also play a role in waking upat 4 AM. For example, noise or lightpollution can disrupt sleep and cause us to wake up in the middle of the night.To prevent this, try using earplugs or a white noise machine to block outnoise. You can also use blackout curtains or an eye mask to block out light. Lastly, lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise canimpact our sleep. Eating heavy or spicy foods before bed can cause indigestion anddisrupt sleep. Caffeine and alcohol can also interfere withsleep, so it is best to avoid them before bed. Exercise, on the other hand, can improvesleep quality and help regulate our sleep cycle. However, it is important toavoid exercising too close to bedtime, as this can make it difficult to fallasleep. In conclusion, there aremany reasons why people wake up at 4 AM. By establishing a consistent sleepschedule, practicing relaxation techniques, addressing medical conditions,addressing environmental factors, and making lifestyle changes, you can preventwaking up at 4 AM and improve the quality of your sleep. Q4 What are the symptoms ofkidney problems or disease? A4 Tropical Catalyst,I have had numerous experiences withhealth-related topicsMar 18 The kidneys are smallorgans that carry out essential functions. If they send you warning signals,you must pay close attention. Among the warning signs are: Your fingernails have changed. Your fingernails and toes' condition can reveal a lotabout your overall health. Nail changes, for example, canbe an early indicator of heart disease, diabetes, thyroid disease, or cancer. If you have kidney disease,there are several things to look for in your nails, according to the AmericanAcademy of Dermatology Association (AADA). Among them are "half-and-half nails" with "a white color on the upper partof one or more nails and a normal to reddish brown color below (half-and-halfnails); pale nails; and white bands running across one or more nails(Muehrcke's nails"). When your kidneys areunable to filter out nitrogen waste, it builds up and changes the appearance ofyour fingernails and toes. If you notice any of these symptoms, you should seea doctor. Skin color changes. Skin color changes on the handsand other parts of the body can be caused by kidney problems. Toxinsbuild up in the body when the kidneys do not function properly, according tothe AADA. This can cause a variety of skin colors, such as an unhealthy palecolor, grayish, yellowish, or darkened skin. It is also possible to have thickskin with bumps and deep lines. Cysts and whitehead-like spots may form afterscratching itchy skin for an extended period of time. Itchy and dry skin Dry, itchy skin is a commonsymptom of kidney disease. Pruritis is a mineralimbalance-related condition. Dry and itchy skin, according to the AADA, can bea sign of mineral and bone disease, which frequently occurs alongside advancedkidney disease. This happens when your kidneys can no longer keep the proper balance of minerals and nutrients inyour blood. Q5 Why do Swedes put lights in their windows? A5 Chris Ebbert,Lives in Sweden Updated 2y I also used to wonder about that when I first startedcoming to Sweden. Over the years, I’ve come to understandit’s a surprisingly complex thing. Now that I live here, I do it, too. It may appear wasteful,but it’s not. The bulbsused for these typical window lights have always been low powered, and in acountry that relies as heavily on hydro power as Sweden does, the nationalconscience has traditionally been quite clear about letting those 95% of the energy an incandescentbulb consumes contribute to the home heating effort, and dedicating theremainder to good causes as I will try to speculate on below. These days, it’s all LED, of course. I use 1.6W bulbs. Here’s what I think it’sfor: It’s a Swedish tradition to contribute to a sort of“pretty city image” by having little lights in the windows; itliterally lights up the street, makes the place look lived in, and friendly.When I’m in Germany, with its drawn curtains or lowered blinds, the streets atnight just seem dead, deserted, and the houses seem to say “keep out”. InSweden, it’s very much the opposite. The Swedes are a very communal people; seeing signs oflife in the neighbour’s house reassures them that they are not alone, and it ismy impression that many leave their lights on “for their neighbours”; Having lights on in the house is a security measure,making the house look occupied. I also feel safer whenthey are on when i’m not home. Maybe that’s just common sense. Windows are what the lightusually shines in through during the day; during the dark season, it makes sense to have lamps inthe windows to maintain those dynamics. I have a little lamp inevery window, too, and it seems to create an illusion of daylight if onechooses to see it that way. It satisfies the home owner to have a cosily lit home to return to in thedark months. It actually makes the house look better, and beautyis a big deal here. Sweden is very much about visual beauty, and lights are anexcellent way to achieve it. My note- In Tamilnadu during new construction, the window frame is made freshwith wall and doors opening to outside. This enables to have insectscreen neatly fitted. In Kerala the frame is in the middle, so that frame ofinsect screen while open hinders not much. In olden days the frame was kept flush with outsidewall in Tamilnadu sothat there will be some space to keep spectacles, locks and keys, medicinesetc. So in Sweden the lastmethod told may be following. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/thatha_patty/1239816203.803433.1697446993651%40mail.yahoo.com.
