🥚 含鉛的皮蛋 化學皮蛋 顧小培 胰島素

🥚我現在工作的地方,樓上有一間猶太教會,所以不時有機會見到猶太人。我對猶太教有多少認識,因為我念碩士和博士時的指導教授都是猶太人;而在同期跟他們學習的(可算是我的「師兄弟」),碰巧也是猶太人。猶太人一般都很重視教規;在他們而言,宗教與生活息息相關:教規像是民俗傳統,更甚於神與人之間的虔敬禮節;而傳統的要求,往往是一些頗務實的規定,箇中有其代代相傳的民族智慧;這方面與我們中國人有點兒相似。不少西方人對中國人的日常食物很不以為然,猶太人比較懂得吃中國食物,例子有如鳳爪、皮蛋。他們不但賞識,更有認同,超逾了咕嚕肉和雜碎的水平。美國人瞧不起鳳爪,他們會說,何必連雞腳也吃,where is the meat?哪有肉?猶太人則懂得用雞腳煮湯。至於皮蛋,英語稱之為「世紀之蛋」(Century egg),甚至「千年蛋」(Thousand year egg),因為「蛋白」已成為「蛋黑」,而蛋黃則像是腐爛了,有一股味,整體有若極端「過期」的食物。沒錯,皮蛋製作需時,是時間令其結構產生變化。但這樣做,原是精心策劃的;好比西方人製造芝士,循既定的工序,輔上傳統的材料,假以時日,令其成熟(mature),另有風味。皮蛋不但能佐膳,更有其營養價值,中醫認為它味辛、性涼,有解熱去火的功效。再者,由於醃製過程中的化學作用,使蛋白質及脂質分解,變得較容易消化吸收。
不說不知,有一些對雞蛋敏感的人,竟能吃皮蛋,因為皮蛋製造時外面將其包裹着的「泥」,含有大量鹼性物質,能將蛋白質分解為分子量低的肽,於是吃進身體後不至於引發敏感反應。皮蛋的傳統製作方法,是用輕鹼的化學物,混合石灰泥和米糠,成為像泥般糊狀,然後取之包裹鴨蛋,最外層再撒滿穀糠,令化學物的作用慢慢地滲透進內。不過,有人急功近利,改用另一些效能更強但不合衞生的工業用化學劑,令其「速成」。早一陣子曾有人吃了這類製品後中「毒」。一位讀者告訴我,他有一次身體突然感到極端不適,往看醫生,馬上送入急症室。醫生說根據化驗血液的報告,他的血糖指數高達25,顯示胰臟不能製造胰島素;問他是否曾吃一些含有大量鉛的食物。他說不久之前吃了一碗皮蛋粥。醫生認為那些可能是含鉛化學材料速成的皮蛋,其突然引發的大量氧游離基,令他的胰臟「乙型細胞」自滅(Apoptosis),於是失去分泌胰島素(Insulin)的功能,血糖也就暴升。稍解釋:肌肉細胞需要能量操作,故從食物吸收葡萄糖轉為能量;過程中依賴胰島素幫助從血中取糖。一旦上述「乙型細胞」自滅,
胰島素來源遽失,糖便無法吸取而滯留在血液中了。
顧小培
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Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps regulate blood sugar levels. It works by allowing glucose (sugar) to enter cells, where it is used for energy. When glucose levels in the blood rise, the pancreas releases insulin to help move the glucose into the cells.

Insulin is essential for people with diabetes, as their bodies either do not produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin effectively. Without enough insulin, glucose builds up in the bloodstream, leading to high blood sugar levels and other serious health problems over time.

There are several different types of insulin, including rapid-acting, short-acting, intermediate-acting, and long-acting. The type of insulin a person takes and the way it is administered will depend on their individual needs and the severity of their diabetes.

People with diabetes may take insulin injections or use insulin pumps to deliver insulin into their bodies. They may also need to make lifestyle changes, such as adjusting their diet and exercise routine, to help manage their blood sugar levels effectively.

If you have diabetes, it's important to work closely with your healthcare provider to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that works for you. This may involve regular monitoring of your blood sugar levels and adjustments to your insulin dosage as needed.

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Diabetes is a chronic health condition in which the body is unable to produce or effectively use insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels. This leads to elevated levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood, which can cause a range of serious health problems over time.

There are two main types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin, while in type 2 diabetes, the body does not produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin effectively.

Symptoms of diabetes can include increased thirst and hunger, frequent urination, blurred vision, slow wound healing, and fatigue. If left untreated, diabetes can lead to serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, nerve damage, and kidney damage.

Diabetes can often be managed through lifestyle changes, such as eating a healthy diet, getting regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, and quitting smoking. People with diabetes may also need to take medication, including insulin, to help control their blood sugar levels.

If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, it's important to work closely with your healthcare provider to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that works for you. Regular monitoring of your blood sugar levels and regular check-ups with your healthcare provider can help you manage your diabetes effectively and reduce your risk of serious health problems.


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