According to the famous pineapple researcher Kuan Ching-Shan up to now, Taiwan has developed and bred many varieties of pineapple that have both high yield and economic value like the Tainung variety, which has dominated many international markets. Here are some pineapple varieties that are popular in Taiwan. Pineapple yellow diamond Officially named Tainung 17, the golden diamond pineapple is the most grown and exported variety in Taiwan, with “the majority of products being used for both direct consumption and processing”. The factors contributing to the popularity of the yellow diamond pineapple varieties are its delicious quality, high sweetness, less acidity, thin fibers and no burning sensation when eaten directly, Kuan said. In addition, the very thin shell of the yellow diamond pineapple makes it easy to peel. Unlike most pineapple varieties grown in the summer, yellow diamond pineapples are planted in the spring, with an optimal production time from March to June. Pineapple honey curd Officially known as Tainung 13, pineapples are grown in winter, which is said to be very rare because tropical fruits normally require high temperatures to increase sweetness and pineapples are mainly grown in summer to reduce Less sour. Pineapple honey stands out with less pulp, so it is usually less labor intensive to grow and care. Pineapple milk Unlike most pineapples that are yellow in color, the milky pineapple is named Tainung 20 because its flesh has a unique milky white color. The milk pineapple variety is also different from most varieties in that it has smooth leaves and no thorns. The optimal production time of pineapple milk is after May and during the summer. Pineapple sugar apple According to Kuan, the Tainung 4 pineapple variety, also known as the sugar apple pineapple, was once called the “pineapple king export” of Taiwan. The reason it got its name is because the pulp inside of it, after peeling, can be eaten without cutting the eyes, just like eating an apple. However, this pineapple has many thorns on the leaves, so this may be the reason why it is no longer widely grown. Pineapple Cayenne smooth This pineapple variety was first introduced in Taiwan and became the most cultivated variety during Japan’s colonial period, mainly used in processed, canned foods. According to Mr. Kuan, this is a pineapple variety that does not originate from Taiwan. Pineapple fragrant Named Tainung 11, also known as pineapple fragrant because of its strong smell when ripe. With optimal yields from May to June, pineapple varieties do not have thorns, making it easier to grow than other varieties.

Some factors many families do not pay attention to but are the culprits that make people feel stressed and uncomfortable. For example, the living room does not have enough light or there are too many technology equipment in a small space, many plugs, wires are not designed to cover carefully. According to American psychotherapist Weena Cullins, some common mistakes many families make when designing a living room increase stress: Interior and living room design bright colors It is undeniable that the living room is designed with a very beautiful light color tone. However, Weena Cullins thinks that turning the family living room into a ‘gallery room’ with the main bright white tones can make people stress. Weena Cullins said: “The owner of the bright white living room will always want to keep everything clean and always find a way to maintain it. “. Lack of natural light Living in a space with insufficient light makes everyone mentally feel depressed and sad. Moreover, a room with insufficient light is definitely not good for eye health. Of course homeowners can use artificial lighting, but this can affect sleep. Indoors, Weena Cullins recommends using neutral tones, with sunlight shining in. Take advantage of natural light in the living space to get fresh air whenever. Too many sound devices in the living room Noise is one of the most common stressors. Noise comes from many different media such as televisions, music players, radio … “Not all noise causes discomfort, but I want people to be more concerned with quality than quantity,” Weena Cullins said. TV screen too close, too much Overexposure to televisions, electronic screens can make people easily stressful, especially looking at close range or in a small, limited space. The living room is cluttered A cluttered space cannot make the person living in it relax, even increase the tension. The most common problem is messy wires. Each electronic device in the living room comes with tangled wires, this is uncomfortable for many people. So you need to arrange, arrange the location to hide them reasonably. Freeing up space is how you rest your mind. Old furniture, sofa Looking at old furniture, outdated decorations, and discolored sofas makes people feel uncomfortable and uncomfortable. The thing to do is to try to replace or find new ways to make it more eye-catching. Surely looking at the pile of old, dirty things in the home space cannot make you feel fresh. Hoang Dung (translation)

Asians and the Pacific islands have more liver cancer than people of other races. Liver cancer is more common in men than women.

Hepatitis B

Chronic hepatitis B is a major risk factor for developing liver cancer and is the leading cause of liver cancer in Africa and Asia. Research shows that people with chronic hepatitis B have a 100 times higher risk of developing liver cancer than people without the disease.

Hepatitis C virus

Hepatitis C is also a major risk factor for the development of liver cancer. When hepatitis C is detected and treated with antiviral drugs, the risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer can be significantly reduced.

Liver cancer is a fairly common disease and has a low survival rate if it is not detected and treated promptly.

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition similar to alcoholic liver disease, but leads to the accumulation of fat in the liver and the formation of fatty liver by a different mechanism. It is an autoimmune disease and may have a genetic predisposition. With NAFLD, the risk of liver cancer increases. Metabolic syndrome is closely related to NAFLD, which may also be a risk factor for liver cancer.

Immunosuppression

Immunosuppression increases the risk of liver cancer, as well as other cancers. Organ transplant recipients have a double risk of developing liver cancer compared to the general population, and the risk is even higher for those who have had a liver transplant. Being infected with HIV / AIDS is linked to a five-fold higher risk of developing liver cancer.

Systemic lupus erythematosus

The reason is not conclusively conclusive, but people with systemic lupus are twice as likely to develop liver cancer.

Diabetes mellitus

People with diabetes are at risk of developing liver cancer 2-3 times higher than the general population. It is of concern that the antidiabetic drug Glucophage (metformin) may reduce this risk.

Chemical exposure and occupational hazards

Exposure to certain chemicals has been linked to the development of liver cancer. One exposure that the community may experience is arsenic in well water. Occupational exposures are also of concern, including exposure to substances such as vinyl chloride (found in plastics), acrylamide, PFOA or perfluorooctanoic acid (found in dry cleaning methods), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB), perfluorinated (PFC), benzo pyrene (BaP) and trichlorethylene.

Sclerosing cholangitis

Sclerosing cholangitis causes inflammation and scarring of the biliary tract, which causes bile to flow back into the liver. About 10-15% of people with sclerosing cholangitis develop biliary tract cancer.

Exposure to aflatoxin

This is an important risk factor in many countries. Aflatoxin B1 is a fungal toxin (of the genus Aspergillus) produced on foods such as wheat, peanuts, soybeans and corn. This toxin causes damage to the p53 gene in liver cells – a tumor suppressor gene that helps repair damaged DNA and inhibits the growth of harmful cells. Ongoing research is underway to investigate whether aflatoxin spontaneously causes liver cancer or is a cofactor when combined with hepatitis B disease.

Genetics

Liver cancer has a family inherited factor. If a relative has liver cancer, it will increase the risk of the disease. The risk is highest when a relative who is a parent or sibling has liver cancer.

Lifestyle risk factors

Lifestyle factors are very important in the development of liver cancer. These are risk factors you can adjust and control.

Long-term and excessive use of alcohol: Excessive alcohol use, over a long period of time, can cause a number of liver diseases, including alcoholic hepatitis and alcoholic liver disease. Over time, cirrhosis develops with a marked scarring of the liver parenchyma and leads to liver failure. Liver cancer is mainly related to drinking more alcohol or drinking more than 3 drinks per day, although less intake can still cause liver disease and cannot be reversed. Acute alcohol intoxication, although not associated with liver cancer in the short term, may increase the risk of hepatitis B or C-related behaviors.

Tobacco smoke: Smoking is a risk factor for many cancers, and liver cancer is no exception. Several studies show a link between smoking and liver cancer, and people who smoke and drink a lot are at a significantly higher risk of developing the disease. Children born to parents who smoke before or during pregnancy are at risk for a rare type of liver cancer called hepatoblastoma.

Obesity: The role of obesity in liver cancer is not conclusive, but obesity increases the risk of developing non-alcoholic liver disease, and the condition quadruple the risk. muscle of liver cancer, as well as a 3-fold increase in risk of diabetes mellitus.

Use of anabolic steroids: Anabolic steroids are substances used by weightlifters and bodybuilders to build muscle, and are considered a risk factor for liver disease and liver cancer.

Other risk factors

There may be some radiation-related risk caused by X-rays. The schistosomiasis parasite is being studied for a possible role in liver cancer. Autoimmune hepatitis and gallstones are also risk factors for liver cancer in question.