In this issue

What caused the Kerala floods?

Floods in the southern Indian state of Kerala have killed more than 483 people, 2 tigers , 8,000 cattle, 3,297 goats and 47 dogs since June. When it comes to the issue of climate change, many people instantly think about global warming, the recent and average rise in temperature of the Earth’s surface. Changes in rainfall and other forms of precipitation will be one of the most critical factors determining the overall impact of climate change. Various researchers have published the causes of floods that have been summarized in this issue.
In addition to this, we have also explored Health and food related topics like Therapeutic potential of Gomutra (cow urine), Millets- Miracle grains for food and nutritional security etc.

Will Climate Change Lead To More Rainfall, And Extreme Floods In India?

483 people, 2 tigers, 8,000 cattle, calves and buffaloes, 3,297 goats and 47 dogs died. Crop losses between 71 million to 101 million USD. One of the worst flood since 1924.

3 mins

Kerala Shows The Risk Of Severe Floods Is Still Evolving

The Indian state of Kerala has been devastated by severe floods. More than 350 people have died, while more than a million have been evacuated to over 4,000 relief camps. Tens of thousands remain stranded.

4 mins

Health Risks From Nonstick Chemicals

Many nonstick pans and utensils are made with toxic chemicals, known as perand polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) both belong to a group of toxins known as perfluorinated chemicals or PFCs for short.

1 min

Main Reasons Of Higher Blood Pressure

New research suggests that the hormone insulin plays a primary role in raising blood pressure and therefore food and medications which cause higher insulin levels may be key root factors in high blood pressure.

1 min

Sleeping Five Hours Or Less A Night Is Associated With Doubled Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease

Middle-aged men who sleep five hours or less per night have twice the risk of developing a major cardiovascular event during the following two decades than men who sleep seven to eight hours, according to research.

1 min

A Zero Earning Wasteland Converted Into Aquaculture: A Rescue Mission

On the land of five rivers known as Punjab (only 1.57%geographical area of India) has famous for their agriculture and milk production which cover the large portion of the state economy.

3 mins

Keep Cool And Carry On

Dr. Poonam Singh House No. 889 Second Floor New Delhi, India-110068.

2 mins

Formalin Laced Fish Selling Across India: Human Health Concern

Over the decade, the adulteration activities are surprisingly increasing such as water in milk, papaya seed mixed with black pepper, injectable/chemical and preservative used for vegetables, fruits and other food items to maintain their freshness, increase the market value, and earn more profit.

2 mins

Chitosan Based Nanoparticles In Agriculture

Chitosan is an abundant and versatile biopolymer which is derived from chitin. It is composed of repeating unit glucosamine and Nacetyl glucosamine linked by N-glucosidic linkage.

2 mins

Consuming Milk At Breakfast Lowers Blood Glucose Throughout The Day

A change in breakfast routine may provide benefits for the management of type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published in the Journal of Dairy Science.

1 min

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