Kepala Badan POM: Jamu Berbahaya yang Beredar Buatan Home Industry

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Putro Agus Harnowo - detikHealth

Jakarta, Baru-baru ini, Yayasan Pemberdayaan Konsumen Kesehatan Indonesia (YPKKI) menemukan adanya produk jamu dengan kandungan Bahan Kimia Obat yang beredar di pasaran. Padahal produk tersebut sudah pernah dijaring oleh Badan POM. Lantas bagaimana bisa masih bisa muncul di pasaran?

Ada 56 produk jamu yang ditemukan mengandung bahan kimia obat. Obat-obat ini ditemukan di 5 kota besar di Indonesia, yaitu Jakarta, Bandung, Semarang, Yogya dan Surabaya. Badan POM mengakui pernah merazia produk-produk tersebut.

"Badan POM memang pernah menemukan produk-produk tersebut dan melakukan langkah tegas. Saya duga produk yang ditemukan oleh YPKKI tersebut tidak memiliki izin edar atau pernah mendaftar namun dicabut izinnya. Kebanyakan juga merupakan produk jamu home industri atau industri rumahan," kata Lucky S. Slamet, Kepala Badan POM ketika dihubungi detikHealth, Rabu (30/1/2013).

Lucky juga menjelaskan bahwa Badan POM sebenarnya sudah mengantongi titik-titik peredaran jamu-jamu ilegal tersebut. Dari hasil temuan lapangan sebelumnya, kebanyakan obat tersebut diproduksi di daerah perifer seperti Cilacap dan kota-kota kecil lainnya.

"Tapi agaknya produknya tetap ada karena mungkin permintaan dari masyarakat masih ada. Untuk itu kami juga perlu melakukan edukasi kepada masyarakat mengenai risiko pemakaian produk-produk seperti itu," terang Lucky.

Lucky berjanji akan menindak lanjuti temuan YPKKI ini. Badan POM sendiri selalu menggelar operasi rutin sebulan sekali. Selain itu di daerah juga sudah ada 'kepanjangan tangan' berupa Balai POM yang bertugas melakukan pengawasan di daerah.

Sejak tahun 2012 lalu, Badan POM mulai membentuk Operasi Gabungan yang melibatkan lintas sektor untuk menjaring produk-produk berbahaya dan ilegal. Dalam kurun waktu 2001 sampai 2012, Badan POM juga sudah melakukan 14 kali public warning mengenai adanya produk jamu yang mengandung Bahan Kimia Obat (BKO). Namun nampaknya cara ini belum berhasil sepenuhnya meredam peredaean jamu berbahaya.


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Vacuum Food Sealers As An Investment For The Future And Your Healthiness

Vacuum food sealers are an investment decision for the future. Some may say that they are not worth the money and they're expensive, but this conjecture is put to rest as soon as you own one of your very own best food sealers. The cash spent on a quality vacuum food sealer is absolutely an investment. You can vacuum seal all of your dry foods for a longer and healthier shelf life, you can store your food in the refrigerator or freezer, so as you can see; they have several functions for use. If you invest in one there will be a stop to throwing away food due to old age dates, mold, frost bite and mildew. By using a vacuum sealer you will most absolutely quadruple the shelf life of any particular food. Vacuum sealers are very simple and fool-proof to use.

Vacuum food sealers completely eliminate all the air from the special vacuum sealer freezer bags (in which you put your food in) and seals the special freezer bags with an airtight heat seal. This simplistic system will certainly impress you once you understand that you will be saving money and time from spoiled foods and various visits to the grocery store. Vacuum food sealers work internally by performing three key tasks without hard work from you. They remove oxygen (by sealing air out of the bag) which dramatically slows down the making of mold and bacterial growth. Vacuum food sealers are a must have for the reason that they also keep and create a moisture barrier.
Countless people are worried that as a result of totally getting rid of all the air from the vacuum sealed freezer bags, that their meat will lose all of its moisture and in turn make it dry, on the contrary this is not the case. Vacuum sealers keep the moisture in your foods while at the same time keeping excess moisture out. This will prevent you from opening a bag and having slimy meat! And lastly a vacuum food sealer is a must have because it makes a flavor barrier that makes it possible for the food being stored to retain its entire original flavor, and keeping the unwelcome flavors out. Vacuum food sealers are a must have in every kitchen because once you open a sealed package, the taste is just as fresh and vivacious as when you first sealed it up over a month ago!

There are countless uses that come from purchasing a vacuum food sealer. You can vacuum seal practically every single dry food for extended shelf storage such as whole bean or ground coffee for long-term storage without the worry of it going bad, you can store nuts and seed for longer periods of time at room temperature, and you can even vacuum seal soups or stews. Vacuum sealers are great for saving left overs in the refrigerator or the freezer without them getting frost bite or obtaining mildew. There are endless uses for a vacuum food sealer in which they save you time and money!!

By: BobN

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Bob Nielsen is co-owner of the Food Sealer Shop an online retail store. His website offers some of the best high quality Vacuum Food Sealers and Food Dehydrators on the internet for your everyday packaging of nutritious foods on a fixed budget. His products are always at cheap discount prices because he is an authorized online reseller of numerous major brand name manufacturers, thus cutting out the middle-man.

Go Foods - An Opportunity You Want To Take A Bite Out Of

Finding a reliable, appealing and needed business online is not always easy. Sure, there is demand for just about everything imaginable. But finding that one product that everyone needs and wants is difficult given the kind of competition that is out there. That is until Go Foods came around. 

Three words sum up what Go Foods is all about: serve, save and share. When shopping through this outstanding site you will be able to cut your grocery bill by putting economically priced and nutritionally sound meals on the dinner plate. All you have to do is add it to 4 cups of boiling water, cook for 10-12 minutes and enjoy.
You will be able to save the meals for years to come. Everything available through the site can be saved for as long as 25 years down the road. And that same delicious taste and nutrition will be there ready for you to prepare and enjoy. 

While it is a terrific way to stay healthy while enjoying delectable meals without breaking the bank, it is equally a great way to make money. Go Foods is all about sharing with others and letting others know about just what it has to offer. Now you have the opportunity to earn your food. 

The first way to do so is by becoming a retail customer. On the web site provided by the person that shared Go Foods to you, you can order the delicious meals for your family or simply fill out the contact form to have a representative contact you. 

Outside of the typical retail customer, the next method is to become a wholesale customer. You can order a try it free food kit today and receive $30 worth of samples for just $9.95 in shipping and handling. From there, you have the ability to join for $29.95 for a full year's wholesale membership. This will allow you to order food at a 25% discount for an entire year. This blows any Costco or Sam's Club out of the water. 

The final way to truly take advantage of what Go Foods has to offer is to become a preferred customer and an independent business owner. First you will need to sset up your home delivery order to receive Go Foods every month at wholesale prices. This will help you build up your food storage supply while saving on the grocery bill. You can then share it with others to receive commissions to get your food for free. 

There are several ways Go Foods offers products to customers and ways people can take advantage of the system intact. You can customize your orders by choosing specific meals or choose from different GoPacks options that are out there built for specific diets or quantity needs. 

Food is something that everyone needs and wants. When jumping on board with Go Foods, you get delicious, nutritious meals while saving money on the bill monthly.

By: copitek.

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Would you like additional information on LoveGoFoods.com and how their long term and great everyday foodcan work for you. Brenda Nicholson invites you to visit her website for everything you need to be prepared.

Food for sport

Sports nutritionist Wendy Martinson shares her tips on food and drink for sport, and how a good diet can help you get the best fitness and sport results.

Wendy advises Olympic athletes and England football players on their diet. She is a consultant sports nutritionist to the British Olympic Association, and is a registered dietitian who works with the NHS as a clinical nutrition service manager.

Can I eat more when I'm doing lots of exercise?

If you're doing lots of exercise, you'll use more energy each day than if you did little or none. So if you don’t want to lose body fat, you need to eat more food each day.

But still make sure that you have a balanced diet. Aim for larger portions of carbohydrate-rich foods such as wholegrain pasta, rice, sweet potato, porridge and breakfast cereals.

Learn more about a balanced diet in The Eatwell plate.

Is it better to eat a diet high in starchy carbohydrates or protein when I'm training?

Carbohydrates are the fuel that power your exercise regime.

Protein is needed in moderate amounts for muscle growth and repair, but the main form of energy used during exercise is carbohydrates.

Carbohydrates are the most important fuel for muscles, and an essential energy source for the brain and central nervous system.

Carbohydrates are stored as glycogen in the muscles and liver. These stores are small, so a regular intake of carbohydrate is necessary to keep them topped up. Low glycogen stores will result in poor performance and increase the risk of injury.

The proportions of carbohydrate and protein required will vary depending on the sport, so it's best to seek advice from a qualified professional on your individual requirements.

Learn more in Starchy foods.

How should I time my meals and snacks around exercise?

Once you’ve eaten a meal or snack, allow between one and four hours to pass before you start exercising. Your body needs time to digest. The amount of time will depend on the amount of food you've eaten.

If it's an average meal, eating around two hours before you exercise works well. The meal should be high in carbohydrate, low in fat and low to moderate in protein. Too much protein or fat will slow down the movement of foods from the stomach, and will make you feel uncomfortable.

Food and drink also plays a part in recovering effectively from training. Good recovery is crucial to prevent a midweek slump in energy levels, and to aid muscle growth and repair. When you finish training, aim to have a carbohydrate-rich food or drink within 30 minutes.

Do I need to drink when I exercise?

Dehydration is when the water content in your body falls too low. It can have a major effect on exercise performance. It's important to start any exercise session well hydrated. Do this by drinking water, squash or diluted fruit juice regularly during the course of the day.

For any exercise that lasts longer than 30 minutes, drink fluid while you're doing it. The more you sweat, the more you’ll need to drink.

Water is usually enough for low-intensity exercise up to 50 minutes. For higher-intensity exercise lasting more than 50 minutes, or lower-intensity exercise lasting hours, a sports drink would be of benefit.

The carbohydrates in a sports drink will help to maintain energy levels, and the salt helps to keep you hydrated.

Learn more in Water and drinks.

My friend exercises to lose weight, but I exercise to build muscle. Should our diets be different?

Yes. To lose weight, or more specifically body fat, the amount of energy that you consume has to be less than the amount of energy you burn. You’ll need a diet and exercise regime that makes this happen.

There are key steps you can take to reduce the energy content in your daily diet. Reduce fat, which is the most concentrated source of energy, and reduce alcohol. Eat fewer sugary foods, such as sweets, chocolates, cakes, biscuits and sugary drinks, and eat regular but smaller portions of complex carbohydrate foods, such as wholegrain bread, rice and pasta.

Protein foods such as chicken, fish, lean red meat and low-fat dairy foods should be included in moderate amounts. Eat lots of fruit and vegetables. It's important to control portion sizes, too.

Learn more Start losing weight.

But to build muscle you need to combine resistance training (also called strength training) with a diet that includes enough energy to enable your body to make muscle.

This energy should come mainly in the form of carbohydrate-rich foods, but you’ll also need a little more protein to provide muscle. Large amounts of protein aren't required.

A particularly effective approach is to eat small amounts of protein and carbohydrate before and after the resistance training session. A low-fat milkshake can work well.

Should I take extra supplements when I'm playing sport?

There are many different supplements on the market. Some of them are based on solid research, and others aren't. Athletes need to consider supplements with extreme caution. In the past, some supplements were found to have been contaminated with banned substances.

First, ensure that you have a balanced, healthy diet that suits your sport. Consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist with expertise in sports nutrition. They can assess this and advise you on particular supplements.

You can find these experts on the register of sport and exercise nutritionists at the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register or viaSports Dietitians UK.

Source :

http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Goodfood/Pages/Sport.aspx

Umami, Cita Rasa Ke 5 yang Tak Sekedar Lezat

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Flora Febrianindya - detikFood

Jakarta - Sejalan dengan berkembangnya industri kuliner tanah air, istilah yang dikenalpun makin banyak dan kaya. Apalagi beberapa ikon kuliner juga mulai menciptakan jargon khas. Salah satunya istilah 'umami' yang ternyata sudah dikenal di Jepang sejak seabad silam.

Seperti halnya delicious dan lekker,umami juga sering digunakan sebagai gambaran kelezatan masakan. Umami bisa diartikan sebagai cita rasa ke 5 setelah manis, asin, asam dan pahit yang terasa di lidah sebagai reseptor rasa. Umami sendiri memiliki arti ‘gurih’. Kata ini sudah ditemukan lebih dari 100 tahun yang lalu di Jepang, dan diambil dari kata umai (lezat) dan mi (rasa).

Umami dihasilkan oleh kandungan asam amino glutamat dan jugaribonucleotides, termasuk inosinate dan guanylate yang tercecap di lidah. Cita rasa ini juga menjadi perhatian Dr. Kikunae Ikeda, seorang ahli kimia dariTokyo Imperial University. Di tahun 1908, ia berhasil membuat ekstrak glutamat dari bahan kombu atau rumput laut.

Di negara asalnya, umami identik dengan bahan kombu dashi atau kaldu Jepang berbahan dasar rumput laut yang dikeringkan. Hasil laut ini diolah menjadi pelengkap masakan, dan menciptakan cita rasa umami. Karenanya, umami bukanlah sebuah merk, namun rasa di indera pencecap yang terjejak karena makanan yang dinikmati.

“Kata-kata umami bukanlah brand. Kata umami adalah umum, siapapun bisa pakai. Siapapun bisa mendapatkan rasa gurih atau umami, tak hanya orang Jepang. Nah, bumbu penyedap masakan adalah salah satu sumber penghasil rasa umami,” kata Taro Komura, Presiden Direktur PT Ajinomoto Sales Indonesia.

Rasa umami tak hanya dihasilkan dari rumput laut saja. Aneka bahan lokal juga bisa dimanfaatkan untuk mendapatkan rasa umami yang maksimal. Dari mulai aneka ragam sayuran, daging ayam, sapi, seafood, ikan, jamur dan lainnya. Rasa umami bisa dihasilkan dari kreativitas dalam meracik makanan dengan berbagai komposisi.

Bahkan chef Kimio Nonaga, Brand Ambassador Ajinomoto yang juga pemenang Iron Chef 2002, menggunakan bahan lokal dari Indonesia untuk menciptakan rasa umami. Ia memakai 3 bahan, yaitu tempe, kangkung dan juga daging ayam sebagai sumber rasa umami pada masakan.

Seperti dituturkan Komura, pihaknya selaku produsen bumbu masak ternama sangat mengunggulkan cita rasa umami. “Ajinomoto adalah salah satu sumber umami. Karenanya, Ajinomoto bisa disebut sebagaiumami seasoning karena istilah umami pertama kali dikomersilkan dalam bentuk bumbu Ajinomoto,” tutup pria asal Jepang yang fasih berbahasa Indonesia ini.

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Go Foods - An Opportunity You Want To Take A Bite Out Of

Finding a reliable, appealing and needed business online is not always easy. Sure, there is demand for just about everything imaginable. But finding that one product that everyone needs and wants is difficult given the kind of competition that is out there. That is until Go Foods came around. 

Three words sum up what Go Foods is all about: serve, save and share. When shopping through this outstanding site you will be able to cut your grocery bill by putting economically priced and nutritionally sound meals on the dinner plate. All you have to do is add it to 4 cups of boiling water, cook for 10-12 minutes and enjoy.
You will be able to save the meals for years to come. Everything available through the site can be saved for as long as 25 years down the road. And that same delicious taste and nutrition will be there ready for you to prepare and enjoy. 

While it is a terrific way to stay healthy while enjoying delectable meals without breaking the bank, it is equally a great way to make money. Go Foods is all about sharing with others and letting others know about just what it has to offer. Now you have the opportunity to earn your food. 

The first way to do so is by becoming a retail customer. On the web site provided by the person that shared Go Foods to you, you can order the delicious meals for your family or simply fill out the contact form to have a representative contact you. 

Outside of the typical retail customer, the next method is to become a wholesale customer. You can order a try it free food kit today and receive $30 worth of samples for just $9.95 in shipping and handling. From there, you have the ability to join for $29.95 for a full year's wholesale membership. This will allow you to order food at a 25% discount for an entire year. This blows any Costco or Sam's Club out of the water. 

The final way to truly take advantage of what Go Foods has to offer is to become a preferred customer and an independent business owner. First you will need to sset up your home delivery order to receive Go Foods every month at wholesale prices. This will help you build up your food storage supply while saving on the grocery bill. You can then share it with others to receive commissions to get your food for free. 

There are several ways Go Foods offers products to customers and ways people can take advantage of the system intact. You can customize your orders by choosing specific meals or choose from different GoPacks options that are out there built for specific diets or quantity needs. 

Food is something that everyone needs and wants. When jumping on board with Go Foods, you get delicious, nutritious meals while saving money on the bill monthly.

By: copitek.

Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com

Would you like additional information on LoveGoFoods.com and how their long term and great everyday foodcan work for you. Brenda Nicholson invites you to visit her website for everything you need to be prepared.

Natural Antioxidants Fruit For Your Good Health

Antioxidants are logically occurring materials that are initiated in most plants as well as have the latent to help in fighting heart diseases as well as fight cancer. Phytonutrients are an astonishing discovery. The scientists have cataloged over nine hundred phytonutrients (phytochemicals) and more are being revealed all the time as well as the whole area of nourishment and preventive health care is opening up. Recent studies have pointed out the phytonutrients which are initiated in fruit that provides a whole host of natural fitness benefits; blueberries, pomegranates can decrease the signs of aging, whereas cherries can help alleviate joint ache.

Consisting of less sugar than most fruits, the blueberry can also possess a number of other antioxidant too. The easiest way to insert rigorous amounts of these fruits is by consuming juice every day, habitual consumption can help our movement as well as enhance our capability to fight against diseases. Sickness is as well reduced, as there are chances of illness from the powerful antioxidants they enclose. You will in addition find high stages of these substances in apples that can help to decrease the chance of heart sickness.

The likes of several citrus fruits as well have health advantages associated with the physiochemical they enclose. The health advantages of tart cherries are at present being investigated as a way to assist those who suffer with joint circumstances because they contain anti-inflammatory goods. The advantages of vitamins B, C, E along with certain other minerals are well considered and widely recognized. Phytoalexins, as well as antioxidants like resveratrol, are originated in blackberries; mulberries and blueberries have special properties that avoid viruses and infection.

Lots of people with other aging circumstances prevalent around the humankind, for illustration: stroke, heart attacks and Alzheimer's can all advantage as soon as these compounds are made use of. The advantage of tomatoes has been in the reports recently with the trust that it contains anti-cancer properties in addition to those that can assist getting rid of heart disease.

The most excellent way to give attention to these antioxidant properties has been originated when we apply tomato sauce, puree as well as juice. In fact it is the most significant discovered till now. People have been given advice to consume more fruits (more than they at present consume) for a short time but at present the science behind this is finally beginning to show through.

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You should inquire about how resveratrol acts in your body before you decide to buy resveratrol.

6 Healthy Foods That Can Actually Reduce Stress

The general belief goes that it is usually an external factor that drives people towards a stressful life. The reality however is, that getting stressed is your mind and body’s reaction towards that external factor.

Just like it is up to you to be optimistic or pessimistic about an uncertain situation, the same goes for stress. Why then the statistics of stressed Americans stand at a startling 73%? Surely they are not all cynics, could it be that how a person react to stress is brought about by factors not entirely concerned with will power and optimism?.
 One of the often overlooked causes of stress is wrong diet, and considering that the rate of obesity is increasing upward along with the number of stressed people in America, there most definitely is a link between the two. Eating junk food regularly deprive the body of essential nutrients and vitamins. Also, eating rich food high in fat and carbohydrate stimulates the cortisol or stress hormones to crave more of such food when they you are stressed. This is where the concept of comfort and binge eating springs from.

Since, food is an essential component for a stress-free life, here’s taking a look at the various food items that help to take control of and better manage a stressful situation. Remember the idea here is to tap into the properties of calming food and not ‘comfort’ food.

Vitamin C- Look for foods that are brimming with Vitamin C, as this type of Vitamin directly brings down the cortisol level. Additionally, Vitamin C has been proven good for the immune system too. Oranges, Broccoli, Guava, Kiwi, and herbs like thyme and parsley are the highest carriers of Vitamin C.

Vitamin B12- There are several neurotransmitters running through the body, one such neurotransmitter GABA produces instant calming effect. Having food rich in Vitamin B12 help to produce GABA and hence reduces stress. Chicken, salmon, and fat-free milk and yogurt are rich in B12

Magnesium- Magnesium helps in the production of GABA. Whenever you are stressed, your magnesium level tends to drop low leading to a reduction in the formation of GABA. Having food rich in magnesium, like spinach, tofu, almonds, and sunflower will give a boost to the nervous system and trigger the production of both GABA and dopamine (the feel good hormones).

Folic Acid- If pregnancy is the cause of your stress; you need to up your intake of folic acid. Folate helps in the production of dopamine and keeps you satiated for a longer period of time. Chickpeas, asparagus, lentils, leafy vegetables like spinach and kale are good sources of folic acid.

Antioxidants- Antioxidants are known to dismutase certain enzymes to lower the level of stress and anxiety. Blueberries, bananas, beans, and green tea are the storehouse of antioxidants.

Zinc- In a study conducted, it was found that a lack of zinc can make a person prone to stress and anxiety. Nuts, including cashew, peanuts, walnuts, and almonds are rich in Zinc and make for healthy snacking options too.

Next time, keep a tab on your diet and notice a change in your stress level.

By: Mulyadi Kurnia

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My name is Mulyadi Kurnia. I am a practitioner of meditation and yoga and has been experiencing the benefits of the practices. Having gone through the periods of stress and anxiety myself, I know first hand of how unpleasant this experience could be. Through this article, I intend to share my knowledge and experience on stress-related topics. For more information on stress management tips, visit www.stopstressandanxiety.com, www.howtotreatanxiety.preferredmall.com