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Chikungunya virus is transmitted across mosquito generations: Study

July 13, 2016 Srijitaacross, Chikungunya, generations:, Is, mosquito, Study, transmitted, virus

Researchers in New Delhi have found that “Aedes aegypti” mosquitoes that transmit the chikungunya virus, pass it on to their offspring — a feature that allows these mosquitoes to maintain the virus within their population for generations. In other words, mosquitoes emerging from eggs laid by infected Aedes also carry the virus, thus enabling the virus to keep circulating in nature. A team from the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), National Institute of Malaria Research and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has reported this finding…

Here’s why Ghee is the new superfood

July 12, 2016 SrijitaGhee, Here's, Is, New, superfood, The, Why

For decades, the jar of ghee on our kitchen shelves came with a huge dollop of guilt. Now, it’s making a comeback as a superfood. At her baby shower next week, south Mumbai resident Sadhna Desai will be handing out trendy gift hampers. But instead of the usual cake and cookies combo or a wine and cheese selection, her guests will get glass jars filled with desi cow ghee and a bottle of ghee-based chyawanprash. A little note tucked inside will explain the wholesome goodness of this traditional superfood. Clarified…

How pure is the honey you consume?

July 12, 2016 Srijitaconsume, honey, How, Is, pure, The, You

If you have no idea, the tests conducted at the regional analytical laboratory in Kakkanad showed that the product available in the market had colouring agents and additives. The presence of four colouring additives -tartrazine, sunset yellow, carmozine and ponceau 4R -were found in the sample that were collected by food safety officials from different shops in the city. “The tests were conducted following complaints regarding the widespread use of colouring additives in honey . The adulteration was found in ATK Food Product with its address in Manickamanga lam in…

How is yogurt different from curd?

July 11, 2016 SrijitaCurd, different, From, How, Is, Yogurt

You’re not alone if you have ever wondered, “What’s the difference between yogurt and curd?” We have seen how yogurt’s popularity as a diet food has skyrocketed recently and one may wonder what all the fuss is about. For starters, it is a prevalent myth, what curd is to India, yogurt is to west. Though both the products differ by a fine line, the basic difference lies in its method of preparation and also the beneficial bacterial strains that kick start the fermentation of milk. Presently yogurt is the most…

This is what Indian offices need to change

July 7, 2016 Srijitachange, Indian, Is, Need, offices, This, to, What

An office worker spends nearly five years sitting at a desk and thus it is important to understand that the ergonomics in relation to office furniture is important. With the league of start-ups, new work culture has cropped up. There are no rigid cabin walls and heavy furniture anymore to keep the equations between the employees at bay. New-age concept furniture is building the backbone of successful offices. We spoke with Umesh Rao, Founder & CEO, Vector Projects to understand what is the latest trend and if Indian offices are…

Turmeric is effective in treating various types of cancer, says study

July 7, 2016 SrijitaCancer, effective, In, Is, of, Says, Study, Treating, Turmeric, types, various

Curcuma longa, also known as turmeric, is effective in the treatment of various types of cancer, including breast and ovarian cancer, which has risen 30 percent among women in the last one decade, says a study. Turmeric has nearly 20 molecules with antibiotic property, 14 molecules with cancer preventive potential, 12 with anti-tumour effect, says the study conducted by B.L. Kapoor Memorial Hospital here. “At least 12 molecules in it have anti-cancer effect while 10 of them have anti-oxidant features. Overall, turmeric is known for it’s antibiotic, antiseptic, anti-cancer and…