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Daily Mail
5 days ago
- General
- Daily Mail
Doctor issues urgent warning against daily bathroom habit that can lead to illness and infection
A doctor has warned against sharing towels with members of your family, revealing it can lead to infection and illness. Dr Hussain Ahmad, who works for click2pharmacy based in Oldham, Greater Manchester, said that the dampness from the shared towel can cause fungi to grow. If one person has an infection such as athlete's foot it can easily spread around the household and cause others to become infected. Speaking to Metro, Dr Ahmad added that sharing towels 'might seem harmless' but can cause infections to be 'passed on easily'. 'Even things like cold sores or warts can in theory be transmitted this way, though that's less common. 'The worst thing that could happen is you pass on an infection that keeps bouncing between you both, or ends up needing treatment. 'Fungal infections between toes or in the groin area are common with shared towels.' A furious woman recently went on the anonymous British parenting forum Mumsnet to vent about how her partner had used her pink bath towel after having a shower. A furious woman recently went on the anonymous British parenting forum Mumsnet to vent about how her partner had used her pink bath towel after having a shower She wrote: 'Am I being unreasonable to think my husband should use his own towel when showering/bathing? I've told him so many times to use his own towel. 'He just doesn't seem to get it. I only changed the towels this weekend and now he has used both of ours, so I'm going to have to get another clean towel tomorrow morning!' The woman then asked other Mumsnetters whether she was being unreasonable for getting angry with her husband - but many admitted that sharing towels is normal in their household. One person wrote: 'We have communal towels. I don't care who in the family is using it as long as it's hung up afterwards.' Another penned: 'Well after 40 years of towel sharing and not caught anything, I've risk assessed and happy to continue!' A third said: 'Well I never realised that people in a family household had their own towels. We just have shared towels. Are we the weird ones?' The NHS also warns against people using the same towel - especially if one person is ill and feeling under the weather, as germs can easily spread to healthy individuals. However, others could not believe that people were using each other's towels and were on the woman's side. The woman then asked other Mumsnetters whether she was being unreasonable for getting angry with her husband - but many admitted that sharing towels is normal in their household However, others could not believe that people were using each other's towels and were on the woman's side One wrote: 'That would really annoy me too because it's not hard just to reach for your own towel is it? 'My husband washes his hands in our bathroom and instead of using the provided hand towel uses my large bath towel that is hung on the bathroom door. 'When I use my towel it's always got lots of wet patches!' Another penned: 'That would annoy me too. 'Either keep your towel somewhere else or just get another towel out for yourself when you shower.' A third said: 'I would rather walk to the airing cupboard naked and dripping from the shower than use my [partner's] towel!! And I would hate it if he used mine. You're not [being unreasonable] at all.' A fourth commented: 'I found this out about my [husband] too and was horrified. I have a main towel and a hair towel. I don't use the hair towel on my body and feel it's 'clean' - I caught [my husband] with it round his waist and drying very thoroughly.'
North Wales Live
11-05-2025
- Health
- North Wales Live
Adding just one food item to your water could help reduce belly fat
Weight loss is a challenging issue for many in the UK, and it's become more pressing for those grappling with increased belly fat. A recent 2024 study revealed that over 40% of Brits are actively trying to slim down. In a rather alarming statistic provided by click2pharmacy, one in four children in England is on a diet, "indicating that weight management is a priority across various age groups." People often resort to trendy diets like keto or Atkins, which focus on a low-carbohydrate intake. Nonetheless, Bupa health specialists have called out these fad diets as only effective short-term solutions. They commented: "Cutting out carbohydrates means people usually don't get enough fibre. This can have a long-term effect on your gut health and may also increase your risk of heart problems." They advise that a better alternative might be to opt for complex carbs, suggesting: "Instead of cutting out carbohydrates altogether, you could switch to complex carbs such as brown rice, brown bread, and wholemeal pasta.", reports Surrey Live. However, there is one superfood that has become a popular choice in weight-loss diets and can be simply added to a glass of water: chia seeds. What are Chia seeds, and how do they aid in weight loss? Chia seeds are small edible seeds that are oval and grey in colour with black and white spots. The seeds are packed with fibre, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are key players in weight management. "One of the great things about chia seeds is that they swell up when mixed with liquid, creating a gel-like texture that helps you stay full for longer," reported Healthera. By taking two tablespoons of chia seeds, this equates to almost 10 grams of fibre. That's around 40 per cent of the recommended daily intake. Experts at Healthline shared that diets high in fibre have been linked to weight loss. According to 2015 research, eating 30 grams of fibre daily may help you lose as much weight as if you followed a more complicated diet. Adding chia seeds to water When you eat chia seeds, the soluble fibre soaks up water and expands in your stomach, helping you feel full longer. While chia seeds cannot single-handedly burn belly fat, adding chia seed water to a balanced diet can help by increasing digestion, making you feel less hungry and offering long-lasting energy to support exercise. Nutrients per serving according to WebMD A 1-ounce serving of chia seeds has: Calories: 138 Protein: 4.7 grams Fat: 8.7 grams Carbohydrates: 12 grams Fibre: 9.8 grams Sugar: 0 grams Chia seeds are versatile and can be eaten in different ways. Healthera has offered two recipes for incorporating chia seeds into your diet. Chia seed pudding: 3 tablespoons chia seeds 250ml almond milk (or any milk of your choice) 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Toppings: fresh berries, nuts, or coconut flakes Chia seeds smoothie: 1 banana 100g frozen berries (like blueberries or raspberries) 1 tablespoon chia seeds 250ml almond milk or coconut water 1 tablespoon Greek yoghurt (optional)
