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6 Simple Ways to Identify Whether Your Gold Jewellery is Real or Fake
Gold is a precious metal, and it one of the safest investment options available out there. If ever you are in need of some cash, you can always sell your gold jewellery. But before you take your valuable possession (gold jewellery or gold coins) to the goldsmith to ascertain its true value, you must find out whether the gold that you own is really 'gold' or just some random metal with a gold plating. It's always wise to check the authenticity of gold metal. You can also test the authenticity of metal at home. We shall acquaint you with some simple ways to identify whether the gold you possess is real or fake.
How to Check Whether Your Gold Jewellery is Real or Not
Here are some simple tests that you can conduct to find out whether the gold jewellery or gold coin that you own is real gold or not.
1. The Nitric Acid Test
One of the easiest ways of establishing whether your ornament is made of pure gold or not is by running a nitric acid test on it. All you need to do is scrape a small section of your jewellery with a nail filer, (preferably the part that remains hidden when you wear the jewellery). Fill a dropper with nitric acid. Gently drop few drops on the scraped part of the jewellery. If the colour of the jewellery does not change at all, it is probably pure gold. But if the colour changes and you see a tinge of green on it, then the jewellery is not made of real gold. Nitric acid does not react with real gold. But it reacts with other alloys such as copper, zinc, sterling silver, etc. You will need to be careful while conducting this test. Conduct this test in a properly ventilated room, and wear gloves and mask.
2. The Bite Test
Biting a gold ornament is another way to test its authenticity. Bite any gold ornament of yours. If it is made of real gold, you will see your bite marks or indents of your teeth marks on it. As gold is a soft metal, you will be able to see your teeth marks. However, exercise caution while doing this test - do not damage your teeth in the process.
3. The Visual Test
You can also identify the authenticity of a gold ornament or jewellery by looking for a hallmark or other authenticity marks on it. The hallmark stamp is mostly placed on the clasp of a chain or bracelet, or inside the inner band of the ring. The purity of gold is expressed in carats like 24K, 22K, 18K, 14K or 10K. The higher the carat weight of the jewellery, the purer it is. Sometimes, due to normal wear and tear, you may not be able to see the mark clearly, in such a situation, you can use a magnifying glass to see it. Alternatively, you can look for the signs of discolouration on your jewellery. If you wear a pure gold ornament, its colour would never change. But if you wear fake gold jewellery, then you will notice the discolouration in it.
4. The Ceramic Plate Test
This is also an effective way of finding out the purity of your gold jewellery. All you need to conduct this test is an unglazed ceramic plate. Simply take your jewellery and drag it along the surface of the plate. As you drag the piece of your jewellery, if you notice a black streak on the place, it indicates that what you own is not real gold. But if there are no marks on the plate, then your ornament is made of pure gold. While doing this test, make sure you drag the piece of jewellery gently, as excess pressure may damage your jewellery.
5. The Magnet Test
A simple way to find out if your gold jewellery is made of real gold or not is by running a magnet test on it. For that, procure a good magnet. Buy a strong magnet from a hardware store. Place your jewellery close to that magnet. The metal gold is not attracted to a magnet. But if your gold jewellery attracts to the magnet, then it may not be made of real gold. If your jewellery does not attract to a magnet, then it's good. However, it cannot be said for sure that it will be made of pure gold because there are other metals also that are used to make fake jewellery, which are non-magnetic in nature.
6. The Heaviness Test
Gold is a heavy and dense metal. Therefore, one of the effective ways of establishing its authenticity is by checking its heaviness or density. Take a bucket of water and drop your gold jewellery in it; if it is made of real gold, it will sink. However, if the jewellery floats, then the chances are that your gold jewellery might be fake. Also, gold does not rust when it comes in contact with water; however, fake gold may rust on coming in contact with water.
Apart from these tests, there are other ways of determining the purity of gold. Fake jewellery may leave marks on your skin or irritate your skin, but that is not true for pure gold. Another way of knowing is by running a sound test. It is assumed that pure metals like gold make tingling, high-pitched sound as opposed to fake metals that have a short and dull sound.
There are many ways to test for the purity of gold. You can also run any of the tests mentioned above to check whether your jewellery is real or fake. However, the best way to know the purity of your gold is by taking it to an authorised metal consultant or a certified jeweller.
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Flu during Pregnancy
Nobody likes being sick and more so if you are pregnant! In pregnancy, anything that happens to the mother may affect her unborn child as well. This concern makes any illness in pregnancy, a matter of concern to the would-be mother. Here we shall guide you how to deal effectively with flu during pregnanc
What is Flu or Influenza?
Your immune system suppresses during pregnancy to support your unborn child, and this makes you more prone to illnesses like cold, flu and other such ailments. Flu or Influenza is not just cough or common cold rather it is a more serious ailment. You may not only have a running and stuffy nose along with a sore throat, but you may feel very sick. Flu during pregnancy may cause some serious complications.
How Does It Spread?
Flu is a communicable disease, and therefore it spreads from one person to another. You may catch this infection if an infected person sneezes, coughs or even speaks to you. The flu virus travels through the air which makes it easier for it to travel from one person to another. You may also catch this virus by touching things that are commonly touched by everyone such as, phone, door handles, chair armrests etc. that have flu virus on them. Therefore, if you come in contact with an infected person you can easily get infected with flu.
Signs and Symptoms of Influenza in Pregnancy
If you have flu during pregnancy, then you notice the following symptoms:
A sore throat that may aggravate by the second or third day after catching the infection.
Fever that may range from 102 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
Your muscles may feel sore.
A headache
Feeling of fatigue and general weakness
Chills
A cough that may aggravate quickly
Sneezing
Loss of appetite
Vomiting or diarrhoea
Usually, the symptoms of flu may last for up to two weeks, but in some cases, they may last longer than usual.
How Can Flu Affect Your Pregnancy?
Flu may affect you and your baby if you catch his infection in pregnancy. However, not all moms-to-be will have complications or will be adversely affected by this viral infection. Some of the risks for the mother and her unborn baby may include the following:
1. Risks to Mother
Due to a weaker immune system in pregnancy, you are more prone to falling ill. Flu in pregnancy may lead to pneumonia and may also cause infection in your lungs and heart.
2. Risks to Baby
If you have flu in pregnancy, it will not only affect your health but may lead to health complications for your unborn child also. If you have a high fever in the first trimester, it may cause developmental issues in your baby. Influenza in pregnancy may lead to preterm labor and in some cases miscarriage also.
Treatment for Pregnancy Flu
As soon as you register symptoms of flu, it is advisable to seek medical help. Your doctor may prescribe you medicines based on your symptoms. It is best to take timely medicines to avoid complications that may result from flu. You may increase your fluid intake and take adequate rest to help your body heal faster. Eat small and frequent meals to provide energy to the body.
Suggested Medications
Some of the suggested course of treatment may include, either of the following:
1. Paracetamol
Paracetamol is an extremely safe medicine and may be prescribed by your doctor for bringing down fever and provide relief from pains and aches.
2. Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen should not be taken during pregnancy and may lead to complications. It is best to avoid this medicine in pregnancy.
3. Antibiotics
Your doctor may put you on a course of antibiotics. Antibiotics are effective in preventing and treating secondary infections, which may develop due to flu.
4. Homeopathic Medicine
You may opt for homeopathic medicines for the treatment of flu; however, no scientific proof shows the efficacy of homeopathic medicines in treating flu.
It is recommended to take any medication after consulting your doctor. Self-medication or taking medicines without any prescription from your doctor may lead to complications.
Is It Safe To Get Flu Vaccine In Pregnancy?
A flu vaccine is safe in pregnancy, and there is no scientific evidence that proves otherwise. The flu vaccine during pregnancy not only protects you from getting into serious complication during your pregnancy but it also protects your baby against flu, for a few months after birth.
Tips to Feel Better
Though the medicines will take its due course of time to treat you, you may follow the following tips that will help you feel better:
Keep yourself hydrated by consuming ample fluids: Consuming more fluids helps your body to fight flu.
Get adequate rest and sleep: Getting good rest and sleep is a good option for feeling better in flu.
Include more Vitamin C rich foods( guava, capsicum etc.), leafy vegetables (spinach) and lentils, as these will help you fight the infection
Eat light and frequent meals: You may not feel like eating if you have flu, which is very normal. It is better to eat small and frequent meals rather than stuffing yourself at one time. You may include porridges and soups in your diet.
Gargling with salted water: Gargling with warm salted water four to five times a day is a good way to soothe a sore throat.
Steaming: You may take steam as it is a good option to open up blocked and stuffy nose. You may even add few drops of eucalyptus oil in the water for better results.
You may have decoction make from holy basil, ginger, lemon, and honey to soothe your throat.
How to Prevent Flu When Pregnant?
Although there are no sure shot ways of avoiding the infection, your chances of catching the infection may reduce considerably by adopting the following flu remedies while pregnant:
Wash your hands often: Washing your hand regularly reduces the chances of getting this deadly infection.
Being careful during changing seasons: It is often seen that viral infections, such as flu are more common during changing seasons, especially in winters. Therefore, being extra careful during the changing seasons saves you from getting infected.
Avoid close contact with infected people: It is suggested that you should avoid people who are infected with flu. You may cover your mouth from stopping the virus entering your body.
Staying away from crowded places: You should refrain from going to areas or places which are overcrowded as it will make you more susceptible to the infection. In case you have a school going child at home, it is advised to keep a close tab for any symptoms of flu.
Eating a healthy diet: A good and healthy diet in pregnancy reduces your chances of getting flu.
Reducing stress and exercising regularly helps your body to remain healthy in pregnancy and prevents you from catching flu and other infections.
Take a flu shot: You may also opt for a flu shot to prevent yourself from flu. You may talk to your doctor about getting a flu shot.
How Can You Stop The Flu From Spreading?
If you have flu, you can easily spread this virus to the people around you. Here are some of the measures that you may take to stop it from spreading:
The best you can do is, stay home if you have flu. Limiting your contact with other people will restrict the virus from spreading.
Every time you cough or sneeze, you should cover your mouth with a disposable tissue. Discard the used tissue after every use.
Refrain from kissing anyone.
You must wash your hands with soap and water before touching anyone. You may also use sanitizers for cleaning your hands regularly.
Do not touch your nose, eyes and mouth often because you will get the virus on your hands which can be passed on easily through contact.
Refrain from sharing your utensils, dishes or glasses with anyone.
You may use hot water and soap to clean your glasses and dishes.
When to Call the Doctor
If you have any of the following symptoms, you should call your doctor right away:
If you experience any difficulty in breathing or shortness of breath.
If you feel any pressure or pain in your chest or tummy
If you notice sudden sings of dizziness or confusion
If you are vomiting more than usual
If you notice any blood in your pee or any sign of vaginal bleeding
If you have high fever for more than 24 hours (102 degrees Fahrenheit or more)
If you notice less or decreased foetal movement or no movement
Any of the above symptoms can lead to severe complications for you and your baby. Therefore it is suggested to get in touch with your health care practitioner as soon as you register any of the above symptoms.
If you think that you have flu-like symptoms, acting promptly will surely help. You may talk to your doctor and explain your symptoms. Quick and timely treatment of flu in pregnancy can ward off serious complications.
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Appam - easy-to-make, instant version of idlis and tastes awesome!! Crispy from outside and requires very less oil. A healthy snack for everyone at anytime of the day!
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Preparation Time
Cooking Time
4 People
25 Minutes
10 Minutes
Ingredients
1 cup Rava/Semolina
6 tbsp plain yoghurt
2 tbsp spinach paste for green appam
2 tbsp carrot puree for orange appam
1-1/2 tsp baking powder or 1/2 sachet of Eno
Salt (according to taste)
1/3 cup water
2-4 tbsp of oil for cooking
Method
Step 1
Beat yoghurt with 1/3 cup water for 2-3 minutes. See to it that there are no lumps remaining.
Step 2
Add rava to this mixture, mix it slowly and make a batter by adding more water if required. The batter should of medium consistency - neither too thin nor too thick. Keep it aside for 10 minutes.
Step 3
Now, add baking powder and salt to the mixture. If you don't have baking powder, you can add 1/2 sachet of eno (fruit salt).
Step 4
Divide the batter into three equal portions in three separate containers.
Step 5
In the first container, add carrot puree. Mix well.
Step 6
In the second container, add a little more yogurt. Mix well.
Step 7
In the third container, add spinach paste. Mix well.
Step 8
All the three batters should be of the same consistency.
Step 9
Lightly oil the appam pan with cooking oil or olive oil. Add mustard seeds to the oil.
Step 10
Pour the batter carefully into the pan; sprinkle some oil over it and let it cook for 5 minutes on low to medium heat.
Step 11
Flip them over and let the other side cook.
Step 12
Remove them when they are cooked and they are ready to be served.
Step 13
Enjoy them with chutney or hot sambar!
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My baby boy was born when I was 33 weeks pregnant. He weighed only 1.9 kg. I was terrified on the day of my delivery, but my gynaecologist has been a great support throughout this challenging journey. Since my husband was abroad during this difficult period, my gynaecologist helped me the most. My husband always had my back mentally. My baby developed jaundice and had water in his lungs during delivery, yet thanks to my paediatrician, he saved my child.
He is now five months old and weighs 7.7kg. My baby refuses to take my feed; this makes me stressed out. I'm not sure why he abruptly stopped, but I'm attempting to reintroduce him to my feed. It bothers me that he is now on formula milk and refuses to take the feed. I'm always concerned about whether he's getting enough nourishment. I can't help but give him formula milk because I don't have any other options.
Some newborns will have a lighter skin tone when they are born, which will change to a darker skin tone in a few days to a month or two, but parents must not be worried. To be honest, I was concerned too, but instead of becoming very anxious, I began studying what I might do to change my baby's skin tone. Then I realised that there is nothing we can do to change things; we can only take extra care of our child's skin, such as moisturising them after a bath with a decent lotion. After that, you should use good sunscreen. You may believe that you do not need to apply sunscreen because you do not take your child outside. However, you must still apply because UV light would be present at home, which may hurt our child's sensitive skin and alter their skin tone.
Finally, you must take proper care of your child's skin to ensure that it is healthy and nourished.
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Q. #AskTheExpert hello dr.
baby planning kar rhi kuch tips btayiye conceive ho jaye
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A. it's a natural process ok. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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A. during first pregnancy you may feel the baby movements after 24 to 25 weeks of pregnancy and till then only mild flatters may be felt but which you may not be feeling if you are doing some work
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A. you had to correlate is ultrasound examination. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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