பிஸிபேலா பாத் :

பிஸிபேலா பாத்.[ 4 நபர்களுக்கு ]

தேவையான பொருட்கள் :

பச்சரிசி  200  கிராம்,

துவரம் பருப்பு  100  கிராம்,

கடுகு  1  ஸ்பூன் 

புளி  100  கிராம் 

கடலப்பருப்பு  1 டேபிள் ஸ்பூன்,

தனியா 1 + 1/2 டேபிள் ஸ்பூன்,

பெருங்காயம் 1  டேபிள் ஸ்பூன்,

மிளகாய் வத்தல் 10 

தேங்காய் ஒரு மூடி,

வெந்தயம் 1 /2 டி ஸ்பூன் ,

கறிவேப்பிலை 

பட்டை 1 , லவங்கம் 4 

தேவையான காய்கறிகள் [நான் சேர்ப்பதில்லை]

1 . முதலில் அரிசி, து.பருப்பு இரண்டையும் கலந்து, நன்கு களைந்து, குக்கரில் குழைய வேக வைக்கவும்.

2 . பிறகு ஒரு கடாயில், ஒரு தேக்கரண்டி தேங்காய் எண்ணை அல்லது நல்ல எண்ணை விட்டு, எண்ணை காய்ந்ததும், கடுகு போட்டு அது வெடித்ததும், வெந்தயம், பெருங்காயம், பட்டை, லவங்கம்,க.பருப்பு, தனியா,மி.வத்தல், முதலியவற்றை போட்டு, சிவக்க வறுக்கவும். அது ஆறினவுடன் [ தண்ணீர் விடாமல் ] நைசாக மிக்ஸியில் அரைக்கவும்.

3 . பிறகு அடுப்பில் ஒரு கெட்டியான பாத்திரத்தை வைத்து அதில் தேவைக்கேற்ப புளிக்கரைசலை விடவும். அதில் உப்பு, மஞ்சள் பொடி, போட்டு கொதிக்க விடவும். அடுப்பை சிம்மில் வைக்கவும். பிறகு அரைத்த பொடியை போட்டு நன்கு கொதிக்க விடவும். சிறிது கெட்டியானதும் இறக்கி விடவும்.

4 . பிறகு சாதத்தை நன்கு மசித்து, அதில் போட்டு நன்கு கிளறவும்.பிறகு ஒரு கரண்டி நெய், ஒண்ணறை கரண்டி நல்ல எண்ணையை, லேசாக சுட்டவுடன், சாதத்தில் கொட்டிக் கிளறவும். பிறகு கடாயில் சிறிது தேங்காய் எண்ணையை  காய வைத்து தேங்காய் துருவலை சிவக்க வறுத்து சாதத்தில் கொட்டி கறிவேப்பிலை போட்டு கிளறிவிடவும். 

Overcoming the barriers of eighty.

In Japan, a new book by Japanese psychologist Hideki Wada has recently been published under the title “Overcoming the Eighty Barriers”, and it has caused quite a stir. 

The moment the book reached the stores, sales surpassed 500,000 copies, and many predict it will become a global bestseller if it reaches the one-million mark in the coming months.

Dr. Wada (61) is a leading expert in the field of elderly health. He summarized his extensive experience into 24 rules that form the secret to a calmer and more fulfilling life after the age of 60—rules that appear simple, yet contain deep wisdom:

1. Take a walk every day.
2. Breathe deeply when you are angry.
3. Keep moving and don’t let the body stiffen.
4. Drink water in summer even when you are in an air-conditioned room.
5. Chew your food well… the mind moves together with the mouth.
6. Memory does not disappear with age, but due to lack of activity.
7. Do not overuse medications.
8. Do not try unnecessarily to lower blood pressure or blood sugar levels.
9. Being alone can be peaceful; it is not necessarily isolation.
10. Laziness is not shameful.
11. In old age, you do not have to have a driver’s license.
12. Do what you love, and let go of what you do not love.
13. Do not confine yourself only to the house.
14. Eat what makes you happy… a small weight gain will not harm you.
15. Do not spend time with people you are uncomfortable around.
16. Do not watch too much television.
17. Learn to live alongside illness, instead of constantly fighting it.
18. Optimism is medicine.
19. Fruit, sunshine, and fresh air—these are all sources of happiness.
20. Express what is in your heart.
21. Change your mind if necessary; it’s not a problem.
22. Stopping learning is the beginning of old age.
23. It is enough to simply be content… and a smile brings good luck.
24. And old age? It is not a burden… but a gift.

With these wise words, Dr. Wada reminds us that the years after sixty are not the end of the road, but rather the beginning of a stage of simplicity and serenity—a stage in which we look at life more clearly and come closer to ourselves with greater honesty.

FIND THE TRUTH.

Sometime back, I was traveling in Brindhavan Express going to Bangalore from Chennai. 

You have only seating accommodation on the train. Opposite to my seat was a family consisting of a father, mother and an 8-year-old son. 

On the request of the son, the father went out and got a few cans of a cool drink. After the train departed, the son, asked the father to give him a can. 

The father gave him one, after opening it. The boy drank it with great joy, smiling at the father. The father also was pleased. 

On such occasions, I find it difficult to remain quiet. Out of curiosity, I asked the father how can he give his son something without even checking on it. The liquid is not even visible to the naked eye to see whether it is of good quality or not. He laughed and said one must have belief. 

After an hour, the son started vomiting. The parents were worried. I asked them what he ate in the morning and also to check another can. 

When its contents were poured into a vessel, it was found to be contaminated. Just seeing and believing is not enough. One must thoroughly check to get the truth.

I AM SUBMISSIVE.

I am not ashamed but proud to admit it. I am quite submissive. I am not for any confrontation with anyone. 

I have my own views. But I don't insist on my views on others. I try to explain my stand to convince him. The moment I understand that he is not convinced and is firm in his views I just leave it.

I also try to respect his views and to understand him. If I am convinced with what he says, I accept it without any reservation. Otherwise, just to please him, I pose as if I have lost. 

I don't believe in the win or loss, defeat or victory. Let him be happy that he has won. Let him hold the trophy and run around the ground.

Why should I quarrel with others and develop misunderstanding, hatred, blood pressure etc? What am I going to gain? Will I become a world champion in the argument? 

God has not given equal intelligence to everyone. It varies from person to person according to bringing up, living conditions, education and in the lifestyle. “Let the bygones be bygones” is my policy.

THE BED IS THE SAME.

It is anybody's guess that a  husband and wife sleep on the same bed during the night unless there are other reasons. 

But it is totally different how they make use of it when they are in their 30s and 70s. 

When they are in the latter part of their life, mutual understanding, and help during the night are more important than making love. 

They may not have a proper vision in the dark through the night lamp is there. They have to wake up their spouse for any help disturbing their sleep. The spouse should not get annoyed and be persevering. 

Their love at this stage is totally different. To advise, to control, to reprimand, and to put conditions are all called love.

It may take time for them to recoup strength and to have the physical balance to get down from the bed. 

To walk slowly to the bathroom in the dark, to switch on the light, not to forget to keep the door unlocked, to answer the call of nature, and to slowly come back to bed is not as easy as others imagine. You will realize their plight only when you become old.

Still, the worse, if they have other age-related physical ailments. Their sleep may get disturbed afterward and they may like to talk at the dead of night. 

To be mutually helpful, instead of being self-interested, is more important. 

Have you ever thought about the plight of a single person who has lost the best half?

Pasteurised milk vs cow milk

Q: pasteurized milk vs cow milk?

A: Cow milk refers to the raw dairy straight from the udder, whereas pasteurized milk is that same milk gently heated to kill harmful pathogens. While raw milk preserves natural enzymes, it carries high foodborne illness risks; pasteurization ensures safety and longer shelf life while retaining identical nutritional value. 

Key Differences

• Safety: Raw milk can contain harmful bacteria like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria. Pasteurization eliminates these disease-causing germs, making it much safer for children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems. 
• Nutrition: Both milks offer nearly the same amounts of protein, calcium, and fats. However, raw milk advocates point out that heat-sensitive nutrients and beneficial enzymes are lost during pasteurization. Major health agencies maintain that the nutritional differences are minimal. 
• Shelf Life: Raw milk spoils quickly (usually within a few days). Pasteurized milk stays fresh much longer, typically lasting 1–3 weeks when properly refrigerated. 
• Digestion: Neither form cures or prevents lactose intolerance. 

Which Should You Choose?

In India, "raw" milk from local suppliers often undergoes boiling at home, which acts as a form of pasteurization. If you are sourcing milk locally, be sure to boil it to destroy potential contaminants. For immediate, ready-to-consume convenience and reliable hygiene, commercially packaged pasteurized milk (like those from Nandini, Heritage, or Aavin) is the standard and safest choice.

THE PROSTATE.

The prostate is a walnut-sized gland in the “male” reproductive system located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. ( Females do not have prostate.)

It surrounds the urethra—the tube that carries urine and semen out of the body. Its primary function is to produce fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. 

Understanding what the prostate does and its associated conditions can help you better understand your reproductive and urinary health. 

What the Prostate Does?

The prostate’s main job is to produce a fluid that makes up about 20% to 30% of semen. This fluid is rich in enzymes, zinc, and citric acid, which protect sperm and help them survive. 

During ejaculation, muscles in the prostate contract to push this fluid into the urethra and mix it with sperm and fluid from the seminal vesicles.

Additionally, the prostate acts as a valve during urination and ejaculation, sealing off the bladder so urine doesn't mix with semen. 

Normal Changes with Age:

It is completely normal for the prostate to slowly grow larger as you age. 

In your 20s and 30s: 

It is roughly the size of a walnut.

As you get older: It can grow to the size of a lemon. 

Common Prostate Conditions:

Because the prostate wraps around the urethra, its enlargement can squeeze the tube, causing urinary symptoms. The three most common conditions are:

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): 

A noncancerous enlargement of the prostate. Symptoms include a weak urine stream, difficulty starting urination, or frequently needing to pee at night. 

Prostatitis: 

Inflammation or infection of the prostate, which can cause painful urination and pelvic pain. It affects men of all ages. 

Prostate Cancer: 

One of the most common cancers in men. It typically grows slowly and may not cause symptoms in its early stages, which is why routine screenings (like a PSA blood test) are often recommended after age 50. 

You can learn more about prostate health and testing protocols through the CDC Prostate Cancer Basics.