NISCAIR Online Periodicals Repository Collection: NPR Vol.2(5) [September-October 2003]

Fuel, Insecticide/Pesticide and Oil/Fat

Sun, 28 Sep 2003 22:58:59 GMT

Title: Fuel, Insecticide/Pesticide and Oil/Fat

Abstract: Fuel-During the last decade ethanol and biodiesel became the best-known liquid biofuels. As for diesel fuel renewable substitutes, fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) biodiesel, appear to be the most popular since its properties are similar to mineral diesel and can be used in conventional diesel engines without significant modifications.

Insecticide/Pesticide- Aedes aegypti (Linn.) is an important vector of dengue fever in India. Although source reduction through proper environmental sanitation and effective exclusion of the mosquito from water stored for domestic use can keep populations of A. aegypti in check, the use of insecticides is often necessary in control operations.

Oil/Fat- Palm oil is a rich source of vitamin E, carotenoids , tocotrienols and tocopherols which are natural antioxidants and act as scavengers of oxygen free radicals. 12-O-Tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate (TPA) is a known oxidant that promotes tumourigenesis in mouse skin through the elaboration of oxidative stress.

Page(s): 261-262

Beverage and Dye

Sun, 28 Sep 2003 22:58:59 GMT

Title: Beverage and Dye

Abstract: Beverage- In a review entitled 'Functional properties of whey components, and essential amino acids: mechanisms underlying health benefits of whey for active people' Ewan Ha and Michael B. Zemel of USA have concluded that whey protein and amino acid supplements are positioned as high quality protein and amino acid sources and as a potential means to enhance lean body mass in conjunction with appropriate training.

Dye- Betalain is an excellent natural dye obtained from the beet root juice. Beet roots are processed for juice production using water or acidulated water by mechanical expression or diffusion techniques.

Page(s): 257-258

Ayurvedic Tips

Sun, 28 Sep 2003 22:58:59 GMT

Title: Ayurvedic Tips

Abstract: Arthritis or painful swelling of joints is a common disease affecting largepopulation. Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout are common types.Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease occurring chiefly in olderpersons and usually presents with pain and stiffness in weight bearing jointsparticularly after prolonged activity.

Page(s): 270-271

Black Gram (Vigna mungo) - A hypolipidemic pulse

Sun, 28 Sep 2003 22:58:59 GMT

Title: Black Gram (Vigna mungo) - A hypolipidemic pulse

Authors: Indira, M.

Abstract: Black gram is a pulse commonly used in Indian cuisine. Systematic studieson the effect of lipid lowering action by common pulses revealed that black gram possesses significant hypolipidemic action. Detailed experimental studies in animals have shown that a polysaccharide and a protein fraction contribute to the hypolipidemic action. Glycosaminoglycan metabolism is altered by inclusion of these fractions in the diet. Neutral detergent fiber isolated from black gram possesses, significant hypolipidemic, hypoglycemic, and anticolon-cancer activity.

Page(s): 240-242