Many celebrities type a bond and expertise many on a regular basis occasions whereas capturing for motion pictures collectively, tales of which they typically share with their followers later. One such fascinating incident — at present going viral on social media — is Neena Gupta recalling filming Uunchai with Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, and Boman Irani. “For a scene within the movie, we needed to eat a paan (betel leaf). Amit ji doesn’t eat paan. All of us took one chew, however he had the entire paan. Inka hua galaa kharaab kyunki yeh khaate hello nahi (he developed a sore throat as a result of he doesn’t eat paan). Do you bear in mind this incident?” she requested the celebrity in a particular episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati season 14.
However why did that occur?
Many individuals like to chew paan after a meal owing to its digestive properties and refreshing style. So, taking a (paan) leaf (pun meant) out of the incident, let’s discover out what occurs to the physique should you eat a paan (stuffed with elements like areca nut and slaked lime)
Does paan have an effect on your throat? (Supply: Wikimedia Commons)
Dr Srinivasa Chary A, marketing consultant basic medication, Gleneagles Conscious Hospital, LB Nagar, Hyderabad, agreed that consuming paan can irritate the throat and probably result in a sore throat.
“That is primarily as a result of mixture of elements reminiscent of areca nut, slaked lime, and typically tobacco, which have astringent and irritant properties,” mentioned Dr Chary A.
Even the candy elements like gulkand, cardamom, kesar chutney, katha, fennel seeds, clove, and dried and grated coconut can have an effect on the throat inflicting ache and irritation, mentioned Jinal Patel, dietitian, Zynova Shalby Hospital Mumbai. “If somebody is already vulnerable to allergic reactions or has underlying respiratory points, consuming a paan may exacerbate these circumstances, resulting in irritation and soreness. It’s higher to keep away from consuming paan as there might be throat ache,” mentioned Patel.
Nonetheless, Dr Chary famous that consuming betel leaf alone is just not dangerous and might provide some well being advantages, reminiscent of aiding digestion and performing as a gentle antimicrobial.
However when paired with different elements usually present in paan, it might result in some throat issues no matter the time between consumption, Dr Chary A defined.
For higher well-being, it’s advisable to go for plain betel leaves and keep away from the addition of areca nut, lime, or tobacco. Constantly monitor any signs and search medical recommendation if irritation persists, mentioned Dr Chary A.
DISCLAIMER: This text relies on info from the general public area and/or the consultants we spoke to. At all times seek the advice of your well being practitioner earlier than beginning any routine.
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