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His Royal Highness
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The Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander
and First Deputy Prime Minister
Kingdom of Bahrain
Shri. Ram Nath Kovind
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Message
The Prime Minister congratulates the students in Bahrain for their
achievements and is happy to learn that Science India Forum
Bahrain is publishing its Yearbook on the occasion of the Science
nd
Award Gala-2017 on 22 December, 2017.
On this occasion, best wishes for the success of the awards gala.
New Delhi Chandresh Sona
December 08, 2017 Deputy Secretary
Ambassador Embassy of India, Bahrain
Alok Kumar Sinha
December 3, 2017
Message
I am glad to know that the Science India Forum Bahrain has been working
tirelessly to encourage scientific excellence by capitalizing on the scientific
& technological synergy of India and Gulf region.
The efforts will give on impetus to enhancing the level of science education
and awareness, particularly amongst the students in the Kingdom of
Bahrain.
I take this opportunity to wish the Science India Forum, Bahrain all the
very best for the Sastra Pratibha Contest 2017 and wish them success in
their future endeavours.
(Alok K Sinha)
PO Box 26106, Bldg. 1090, Road 2819, Al-Seef 428, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain
Tel.: (+973) 1756 0360, 1771 5241, Fax: (+973) 1771 5527
E-mail: [email protected] - Website: http://eoi.gov.in/bahrain
A. Jayakumar
Secretary General
Vijnana Bharati
Science India Forum (SIF) is an initiative by Vijnana Bharati to further the benefits of science
and technology among the global community at large. The Bahrain Chapter of SIF has been
doing dynamic scientific activities in the State of Bahrain since its inception, especially among
the student community.
Sastra Prathibha Contest (Science Talent Search Examination) conducted every year by SIF has
found ever increasing participation from the students across the Kingdom of Bahrain. SIF has been
providing opportunity every year for the winners of Sastra Pratibha Contest to visit prestigious
R&D institutions and other premier institutions of India. This facility has been instrumental in
providing a wide exposure to the students in the world of science thereby enhancing their affinity
towards science in a remarkable manner.
Bahrain Students’ Innovation Congress formed under SIF provides opportunity to the students
across the Kingdom of Bahrain a platform to showcase their talent by presenting the models of
their projects (Learning through Doing). The winners get to showcase their talent and participate
in the National Children’s Science Congress held every year in India.
It is very much our desire that every student and every teacher in Bahrain should derive the
maximum benefits out of SIF activities, which can ultimately ensure the overall progress of the
nation.
I wish the winners of the contest, organisers , teachers and the management of institutions every
success in their all endeavors. The efforts put by the Bahrain team to inculcate science and
technology among school children is praiseworthy.
My best Wishes to Science India Forum, Bahrain team !
A. Jayakumar
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Mohamed Bin Abdullah Al Snan
(President Muharraq Municipal Council)
Chief Patron, SIF Bahrain
The main long strategy of most of the countries around the world is to make a knowledge based
society and make their people as innovative as is possible. This is because, it is possible to boost the
economy and the welfare of the society based on innovations.
Innovations help for sustaining the nation’s development and people’s life. We need Innovations
to reduce the cost of products, makes better environment, reduce risks of manmade and natural
disasters, improved health. In order to keep a healthy community we need to provide clean air,
hygienic water and good food, affordable shelter, easy transport and modern communication
facilities.
I have noticed the hard work, unity, dedication, execution capacity of volunteers which made SIF so
popular among the students and teachers of Bahrain.
At this time of 5th anniversary of Science India Forum (SIF), Bahrain, I feel proud to associate with
SIF team and it is my privilege to write this blessing words. My best wishes to the creators of this
magazine “ Scientech 2017-18”.
Mohamed Bin Abdullah Al Snan
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T. M. Nanda Kumar
G.C.C. Coordinator, Science India Forum
Member of the Governing Council, Vijnana Bharati, India.
I am extremely pleased to hear that the Science India Forum, Bahrain is conducting various programs
to foster science and inculcate scientific temper among young students there. All the quality of life
that we are enjoying today is due to achievements and contributions of our forefathers in the field
of Science. The problem which is common to all Countries is same i.e. they are not getting bright
youngsters to pursue scientific research as a career. It is essential to have high quality researchers
in all fields of science for the human civilization to progress. In this context the efforts of voluntary
organizations such as Science India Forum to propagate and nurture scientific temper becomes
important.
I congratulate the Sastra Pratibhas and the winners of Bahrain Students’ Innovation Congress
for their achievements. I urge the child scientists to continue their journey through science which
would be beneficial and instrumental for the betterment of humanity.
In today’s world it is important to invest in Science and the efforts of Science India Forum can
contribute significantly to this arena. I compliment the volunteering efforts of SIF Bahrain to
popularise science among younger generation and wish all success for its future endeavours
T.M. Nanda Kumar
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Dr. Ravi Warrior
Chairman,
SIF Advisory Board
Every step in our life is important. As you go forward day by day, your creative mind should strive
for something different in the scientific field. The inspiration to think scientifically should originate
from everything around you. Remember…. A creative mind will never rest. It will always crave for
something new even by seeing a blossoming flower. You may fail in your attempt many times, but
never give up. You need not react to every opinion, every comment or every situation. Kick the drama
and keep going ahead. Choose your battles wisely. Not everything deserves your time and attention.
I am now reminded of Mathematician Ramanujan’s answer to the question; what’s the reason for
you not having any close friends??? He said “I expect my friend to be like numbers 220 and 284!”
The divisors of
a) 220 – 1,2,4,5,10,11,20,22,44,55,110,220
b) 284 – 1,2,4,71,142,284
Exclude the numbers 220 and 284 and find the sum of the remaining divisors.
220 – 1+2+4+5+10+11+20+22+44+55+110 = 284
284 – 1+2+4+71+142 = 220
Ramanujan explained them an ideal friendship should be like these numbers to complement each
other. Even when one is absent the other should represent the friend….
Numbers used to inspire him and he finds interesting facts from them…
Come on my young friends… always look forward to service to society. Follow the footpaths of great
scientists of the world. Read more about their life stories… Plan well before you start the journey in
every walk of life…. Remember the Carpenters’ and Tailors’ rule…
Measure twice, if not more, but cut only once…
Best Wishes
Dr. Ravi Warrior
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Ravindra Khot
Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Support Group
Ithmaar Bank
The voluntary, non-profit Science India Forum (SIF) Bahrain initiative to promote interest in
science among the younger generation by conducting educational programmes and supporting the
development of future creative scientists is, certainly, a noble cause.
The SIF’s continued and growing success since its establishment in 2013 is, in my opinion, testimony
to the clear and pronounced need for such initiatives, and I am pleased to continue our support
for this far-reaching programme. Ultimately, the most important investments we can make today
are those we make in our youth – and this particular initiative is an investment that can pay off
tremendous returns for decades to come and, potentially, touch millions of lives.
Science already affects almost every single aspect of modern-day life and, as we usher in a new,
exciting era of automation, autonomy and increased connectivity, we can only imagine how much
more important it will be in the immediate future, let alone in another generation. Pronounced,
almost revolutionary change, is already on the horizon for various industries, including the
transportation industry, with self-driving cars and even helicopters now an on-the-ground reality.
Even the traditionally reserved and sometimes overly conservative banking and finance industry
is being reinvented by science and technology, with new initiatives like FinTech, and Blockchain
introducing a complete new dimension and a rethink of the industry as we know it.
The significance of these rapid developments mean that, in addition to the actual science itself,
the budding scientists will have increasingly complex challenges to confront. These scientists will,
for example, have to grapple with previously inconceivable moral and ethical considerations, take
remarkably challenging and diverse immediate to longer-term views of everyday issues and play
increasingly important socio-political roles. Climate change, regardless of any controversy within
the scientific community, is a good example of the political role that future scientists will have to
play. These budding scientists will certainly face exciting times, and initiatives like the SIF help
prepare today’s youth for tomorrow’s challenges.
I take this opportunity, once again, to commend the SIF Bahrain team of their efforts, and to
congratulate them on having developed a popular platform that helps nurture scientific innovation
among the youth.
Ravindra Khot
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Rajeesh Kumar
Hon. President
Science India Forum - Bahrain
There is science in every little thing around us. There is a scientist in every little child around us.
Nurturing the scientist in little children to blossom and spread the fragrance of prosperity is a
noble thing in our life. It is the ever most valuable contribution to the humanity. The attraction
towards science among our young generation should be increased as we need more and more
science professionals in the coming future. We need to create innovators who can contribute to the
development of our nation by keeping the needs of common man in their mind.
Vijnana Bharati (VIBHA), is a leading science and technology think tank of India closely associated
with the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India and Indian Space Research
Organisation (ISRO). I feel proud to be associated with Science India Forum (SIF) and VIBHA in
their path to make a unique platform for the young talents in Bahrain with the support of Embassy
of India-Bahrain. SIF aspires to bring the science of tomorrow by nurturing the hidden talents
of thousands of school students in Bahrain by mentoring them with the help of educationalists,
scientists, technocrats, academic experts by organizing empowerment programs such as discussion
of ideas, science models, sharing science news etc.
2016-17 was a year of achievements for SIF Bahrain. SIF organized first ever inter school innovation
congress (BSIC) in 2016 and the top scoring young scientist together with their teacher guide
represented Bahrain in the 25th National Children’s Science Congress(NCSC), a flag ship program
of Dept. of Science & Technology, Govt. of India, held at Baramati, India. Various Government and
Non-government authorities have noticed our activities and appreciated us for our tireless efforts to
this noble cause.
At this moment let me highlight, with gratitude, the support and guidance we have received from the
Embassy of India in Bahrain and the Royal Family - Kingdom of Bahrain, for offering us freedom to
continue our efforts for promoting science for the wellness of the human beings. I wish to acknowledge
the advises and encouragement we received from the school managements, teachers, parents,
our advisory board members, members of faculties of universities and government educational
institutions, sponsors and well-wishers.
May the Almighty give Science India Forum Bahrain, more energy to spread their wings for flying
higher and higher, reach out to the benefit of the entire youth in Bahrain.
Rajeesh Kumar
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From Editor’s
Desk
Science india Forum Bahrain
Scientech 2017-18
CoNTeNTS
25 Editor’s Desk 62 School Coordinator’s Meeting
27 Patrons/Advisory Board 63 Level 2 Qualifiers
28 The Renaissance of AYUSH 65 Sastra Pratibha Contest 2017 Science Camp
32 Ayurveda The Nature’s Healing Gift 66 Origin of Siddha
34 Let’s Talk About Exams 71 SIF In News
38 Ancient Food Practices 73 A+ Grade Achievers
40 Science Awards Gala 2016 76 Sastrayaan - 2017
43 Importance Of Yoga For Students 78 “A” Grade Achievers
44 Perceive knowledge to circumvent Cancer 84 Homeopathy – An Alternate Medicine
48 Live Without Breathing 88 Bahrain Students’ Innovation Congress
51 Meet The Scientist 91 24th National Children’s Science Congress
52 The Unani Medicine 92 Writing A Scientific Research Paper
59 Young Minds Will Shape The Nation 94 Mental Immunity
61 Sastra Pratibhas - 2017 98 Annual Report 2016-17
62 School Coordinators
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This yearbook is printed and published by Science India Forum Bahrain and is meant for private circulation only.
From Editor’s
Desk
Dear Readers,
SCIeNCe INDIA FoRUM, BAHRAIN (SIF Bahrain) is publishing its fifth edition of
“Scientech” on the occasion of honoring the winners of the Sastra Pratibha Contest and
Bahrain Students’ Innovation Congress - 2017. The contests were screened by eminent
judging panel, who have commented high about the quality of performances by the
participants. Needless to say, it gives us immense pleasure, satisfaction and confidence
that, we are on the right track. It has been very encouraging for our volunteering efforts
when positive comments were received from personalities from various walks of life.
We are proud to be associated with the ‘Scientech’ that will share knowledge and
information on Science and Technology, Other informative information through
articles. We take this opportunity to thank the authors, reviewers, for their contribution
towards this yearbook. These articles have required a generous contribution of time
and effort. It is this willingness to make the effort to share knowledge, concerns and
special insights with the community at large that has made this edition possible. This
yearbook with its informative contents will surely be a reference book for the students.
SIF Bahrain also share the gratitude of being honored and authorized by Department
of Science & Technology, Government of India to conduct the screening of projects
for National Children’s Science Congress (NCSC). The NCSC is another prodigious
platform for students from Bahrain to showcase their talents and build up their career
in the domain of Science and Technology. This year’s contest showcased innovative
ideas presented by young creative minds.
SIF Bahrain is deeply thankful to the Royal family of the Kingdom of Bahrain for
supporting our voluntary efforts. We wish to express our deepest gratitude to the
officials of the Embassy of India, Bahrain, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
and Vijnana Bharati for their assistance and guidance through this journey. A special
thanks goes to our well-wishers & sponsors who have continued their support for this
noble cause.
Thanking you all once again!!
Jai Hind
Sham Kutty
Chief Editor
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In Loving Memory...
A.V. Sunil Kumar
(1973 – 2017)
A.V. Sunil Kumar was an altruistic social worker, a stimulating presence and an integral part of
SIF-Bahrain who silently fragranced the entire Indian community in Bahrain.
Although he has continued his journey to eternity,
the realm of his spirit will live with each one of us forever.
Science India Forum-Bahrain
In Loving Memory... Our Patrons
Mohamed Bin Abdullah Al Snan Prakash Kumar Devji
(President Muharraq Municipal Council) (Managing Director, Devji Group)
Chief Patron Patron
Our Advisory Board
Dr. Ravi Warrior
Chairman
A.V. Sunil Kumar
(1973 – 2017)
Dr. Babu Ramachandran Dr. Shyam Kumar Dr. Thajudeen Murali Warrier
A.V. Sunil Kumar was an altruistic social worker, a stimulating presence and an integral part of
SIF-Bahrain who silently fragranced the entire Indian community in Bahrain.
Although he has continued his journey to eternity,
the realm of his spirit will live with each one of us forever.
Science India Forum-Bahrain
John Oommen R. Pavithran P.K Prasad
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The Renaissance
of A YUSH
In this history of humanity, the first and India. Ayurveda from its pure classical
foremost system of medical treatment is and traditional form has espoused Unani
believed to have started at the ancient traditions and integrated Homeopathy
India. The practice of medicine in ancient and Allopathic concepts. During the
and medieval India was predominantly British rule, the Ayurveda and the other
based on Ayurveda. Over the centuries, traditional medicinal practices of Unani
by the ruthless invasions of the pillaging and Homeopathy were cornered with
external civilisations has deteriorated the specific purposes. The traditional health
indigenous research and development care practices of Yoga, Kalary (in south
in the pure stream of Ayurveda in India. India) and Siddha (naturopathy) were
Over a period of time, Chinese, Arabic totally ignored or banned.
traditions of medical practices also were
presented by the invaders. The ambiguities By the time India become Independent,
of socio-political circumstances naturally the entire authorized medical organisms
echoed in the medical systems of ancient were of Allopathic traditions. However
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challenges and barriers. Taking this
into account, the National Rural Health
Mission has decided to mainstream
Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani,
Siddha, and Homeopathy (AYUSH) system
of indigenous medicine to help meet
the challenge of the existing shortage
of health care professionals and to
as India’s soul remains in the reins strengthen the delivery system of health
of villages, within few decades the care service. To ensure accessibility
Ayurvedic tradition of India emerged once and availability of health care services
again. Today, India has approximately to all, policy-makers need to implement
population of around 1.25 billion people. strategies that will facilitate Renaissance
The nation has a high degree of socio- of AYUSH system and thereby support
cultural, linguistic, and demographic this system with stringent monitoring
heterogeneity. However, when it comes to mechanisms.
health care, the hospitals, systems and
the number of professionals are limited, In addition, being a middle-income
especially doctors, per head of population. nation, the Indian population has been
Even though multiple interventions have exposed to a range of communicable
been implemented to ensure a systematic diseases, lifestyle disorders, nutritional
merger, the anticipated results have not issues, and medical care problems. The
been achieved as a result of multiple incidence/prevalence of diseases, their
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resulting complications, and impact on quality of life of patients and family members
can be minimized to a significant extent if quality-assured health care services are made
accessible to everyone. In addition, India does not meet the recommended standards/
norms for the number of health care professionals per head of population, especially
doctors.
Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy system
In India, other than allopathic medicine, different forms of scientifically appropriate and
acceptable systems of indigenous medicine are practiced in different parts of the nation.
They are Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy, which form
the AYUSH system. And with the National Rural Health Mission taking the stalwart
decision to mainstream the AYUSH system of indigenous medicine, has helped meet the
challenge of shortage of health care professionals. And this has indeed strengthened the
health care service delivery system.
Strategies for ensuring mainstreaming of the AYUSH system
Mainstreaming of AYUSH system is one of the key strategies under National Rural Health
Mission, under which it is envisaged that all primary health centers, block primary
health centers. Along with this, community health centers will provide AYUSH treatment
facilities under the same roof. The staff required for the AYUSH system is arranged either
by relocation of AYUSH doctors from existing dispensaries or by contractual hiring; these
staff members are then trained in primary health care and national health programs.
Additionally, other measures have been proposed and implemented with varying range
of success. These are mobilizing existing AYUSH establishments; motivating AYUSH
practitioners to spread awareness about their branch of medicine; fostering partnerships
with multiple stakeholders; strengthening existing infrastructure; promoting cross-
referrals between different streams of medicine; integrating AYUSH with different
cadres of outreach workers such as accredited social health activists; implementing
special initiatives for the development of AYUSH drugs (e.g., ensuring the ready
availability of AYUSH drugs at all levels; strengthening quality control mechanisms
to avoid manufacture and sale of counterfeit drugs; streamlining the method of drug
standardization to ascertain potency of the drug; building herbariums and crude drug
museums; directing state governments to decide which system of medicine should be
set up in their respective states; establishing higher centers in district hospitals and
medical colleges, such as yoga centers; promoting research work by exploring local
health traditions; expanding existing legal framework for supervising manufacture
and sale of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and homoeopathic drugs; and making way for
an administrative officer to facilitate effective monitoring and supervision of different
activities.
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Experience gained
Multiple interventions have been implemented to ensure systematic merger; nevertheless,
the anticipated results have not been achieved. This indirectly indicates presence of
multiple challenges and barriers. For instance variability in the basic philosophy of
practice; disparities in approach to specific clinical conditions or in decision-making;
lack of specific guidelines to promote cross-referral; unfilled positions; inequitable
compensation; minimal support in terms of logistics and infrastructure; unexpected rise
in cross-practice; ethical issues (such as unfriendly relationships between practitioners
of either system); and absence of public accountability mechanisms at primary care
level. The challenges stated undermine the value of AYUSH and demotivates both
practitioner and patient. Hence this results in failure to provide the intended support to
public health system.
Future strategies and innovations
To bridge the gap when it comes to demand for public health professionals in India,
the plan should be stepping up further activities that ensure mainstreaming of AYUSH,
by establishing and strengthening AYUSH institutes and colleges; organizing training
programs for personnel use from the AYUSH sector; formulating standardized guidelines
for treatment of different conditions; encouraging exchange of experts and officers at
international level; extending monetary support to drug manufacturers and AYUSH
institutions for international propagation of their stream; developing AYUSH information
outlets in multiple nations; conducting fellowship courses in India, for students of other
countries, under different streams of AYUSH; promoting community-based research
to assess the scope of AYUSH; building links with pharmacists and their associations;
and by ensuring customized implementation of strategies that have been successfully
employed in other countries. To ensure accessibility and availability of health care
services to all, policy-makers must ensure implementation of strategies that facilitate
mainstreaming of AYUSH, supported by stringent monitoring mechanisms.
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AYURVEDA-
THE NATURE’S
HEALING GIFT (Daily Routine), Ritu charya (Seasonal routine), vega adharana (non suppression of urges),
Annapana Vidhi (What to eat and what not to), Sodhana (Periodic elimination of waste),
Rasayana (Rejuvenative and Nourishing therapies).
Ayurveda, the 5000yr old science is the world’s most ancient yet uniquely futuristic system If we follow these instructions we can potentially lower the occurrence of lifestyle diseases.
of healing and good health. Ayurveda means “Science of Life” and relies completely on herbs
and natural substances to heal. The central concept of Ayurveda is based on Tridoshas Vata, Ayurveda is not just a kind of medication that intents to treat any specific disease or group of
Pitta and Kapha.
diseases. It is a complete science which throws light on the path where we can move to reach
optimal health and prevent many diseases. Acceptance and demand for Ayurveda from world
Ayurveda is a fully developed medical system comprising of ashtangas or 8 branches like community is increasing day by day. In today’s world where lifestyle diseases are increasing
Kaya Chikitsa (General Medicine), Bala Chikitsa (Pediatrics), Oordwanga Chikitsa (E N T), Ayurveda has a definite role to play. Ayurveda is an extremely adaptable life science and can
Dhamshtra Chikitsa (Toxicology), Jara Chikitsa (Geriatrics), Vrisha chikitsa (Aphrodisiac), lend effulgence to most of the sciences. Growing trend among conventional practitioners to
Graha chikitsa (Psychiatry), Salya chikitsa (orthopedics), Salakya chikitsa (Ophthalmology) .
embrace alternative systems is highly appreciable. Adapting the basic principles of Ayurveda
and other holistic modalities of healing can definitely improve the quality of health care we
Ayurveda is a science which gives equal importance to prevention and treatment of illness offer to the world.
through lifestyle interventions and natural therapies. Ayurveda is all about maintaining life in
a state of perfect health and takes patient in entirety on physical, mental and spiritual levels
while treating disease.
Importance of Ayurveda in Today’s World
In today’s world where most of the diseases which we see around are categorized as lifestyle
diseases, ayurveda has a great role to play. Lifestyle diseases are caused due to change in
Dr.SHINITA.K.S, BAMS
lifestyle and they are also termed as diseases of civilization. Lifestyle diseases vary from other Vaidyaratnam Ayurvedic Health
diseases as they are potentially preventable. and Treatment Centre
If we consider why lifestyle diseases are increasing manifold across the world, the most
accurate thought would be that we lead a hectic lifestyle with lack of daily routine, wrong
eating and sleeping patterns and lack of proper physical exercises. As per W H O lifestyle
disease is a major problem in present world as almost 6 out of 10 people are suffering from
one or other kind of lifestyle disease. The most common lifestyle diseases are Hypertension,
Diabetes, obesity, Depression, Stress, Hyper acidity, spinal problems, Arthritis etc.
Understanding And Preventing Lifestyle Diseases Through Ayurveda
Ayurveda system understands the functioning of human body as a whole and any disease
is understood to be due to imbalance of Tridoshas- Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Ayurveda offers
various methods to maintain health and prevent lifestyle diseases by following Dinacharya
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(Daily Routine), Ritu charya (Seasonal routine), vega adharana (non suppression of urges),
Annapana Vidhi (What to eat and what not to), Sodhana (Periodic elimination of waste),
Rasayana (Rejuvenative and Nourishing therapies).
If we follow these instructions we can potentially lower the occurrence of lifestyle diseases.
Ayurveda is not just a kind of medication that intents to treat any specific disease or group of
diseases. It is a complete science which throws light on the path where we can move to reach
optimal health and prevent many diseases. Acceptance and demand for Ayurveda from world
community is increasing day by day. In today’s world where lifestyle diseases are increasing
Ayurveda has a definite role to play. Ayurveda is an extremely adaptable life science and can
lend effulgence to most of the sciences. Growing trend among conventional practitioners to
embrace alternative systems is highly appreciable. Adapting the basic principles of Ayurveda
and other holistic modalities of healing can definitely improve the quality of health care we
offer to the world.
Dr.SHINITA.K.S, BAMS
Vaidyaratnam Ayurvedic Health
and Treatment Centre
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Let’s talk
about
exams
Raji Sree Kumar
Life today has become so complex and competitive that examinations are an integral component
of one’s educational career. Exams are not only used to assess knowledge, they also provide
an opportunity for students to demonstrate what they know.
Exams may be stressful; but they improve learning. We all remember those days: the nervous
tension, the highly charged examination halls, taking the assigned seat, and peering at the
question paper with known and unknown questions.
Like it or hate it - you have to face it. So why not take it as a challenge rather than a threat?
Most of the exam tips focus on how to make use of your study leaves and some last moment
activities. I don’t think this kind of preparation is enough to achieve a better result. Since
CBSE follows a comprehensive and continuous evaluation method, your performance may
not be enough to achieve a good grade. You are evaluated throughout the academic year by
means of your class room performance, home works, assignments, class works, etc.
I would like to divide the academic year into three zones. Each zone requires different approach
or response from students.
During the regular school days
A stitch in time saves nine. So true, in the case of learning. Success is the sum of small
efforts, repeated day in and day out. These are some tips that you can follow on a daily basis:
• Allocate specific time and place for your studies.
• Identify the type of learner you are. Some students are kinesthetic learners while
others are visual learners.
• Finish your home work on the same day it is given.
• Keep a timeline to complete your assignments.
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• If you are facing difficulties in understanding the concepts, seek help from your
teachers or friends.
• Prepare well for your class test. These small tests help to boost your confidence.
• Make use of different kinds of educational technology wisely.
These timely actions help to improve your confidence and save a lot of time before the exams.
Let’s talk Let’s talk During your study leaves
aboutabout This is the zone of action. Organize this valuable time by preparing a smart study plan and
always try to stick to the plan.
examsxams • Make concept maps of each topic; it will help you to retain the information better.
e
Start solving the previous year’s question papers; make sure that you are completing
•
the questions within the specific time frame.
• Always try to answer in your own words.
• Study in intervals. Studying in 20-50 minute increments and giving yourself 5-10
minutes in between is more beneficial.
Use this time interval to listen to music
or reading instead of watching TV.
• Avoid procrastination and stay away
from distractions.
• Eat super foods/antioxidants: Healthy
Raji Sree Kumar balanced diet is very beneficial and can
make a significant difference.
Life today has become so complex and competitive that examinations are an integral component
of one’s educational career. Exams are not only used to assess knowledge, they also provide During the exam
an opportunity for students to demonstrate what they know. This is the time you put your maximum efforts.
• Avoid the all-nighter: get a good night’s
sleep and perform better on tests.
Exams may be stressful; but they improve learning. We all remember those days: the nervous
tension, the highly charged examination halls, taking the assigned seat, and peering at the • Don’t skip your breakfast.
question paper with known and unknown questions. • Be calm and confident.
• Read all the instructions mentioned on the question sheet.
• Read each question carefully.
Like it or hate it - you have to face it. So why not take it as a challenge rather than a threat?
Most of the exam tips focus on how to make use of your study leaves and some last moment • Start answering the questions that you feel most confident about. There is no need to
activities. I don’t think this kind of preparation is enough to achieve a better result. Since answer the questions in order.
CBSE follows a comprehensive and continuous evaluation method, your performance may • Don’t spend more time than you planned on a particular
not be enough to achieve a good grade. You are evaluated throughout the academic year by section/question.
means of your class room performance, home works, assignments, class works, etc. • Leave the hard ones for the last.
• Always keep an eye on time.
I would like to divide the academic year into three zones. Each zone requires different approach • Use every minute of the exam and if you have time left,
or response from students. review your answers before handing back your answer
sheet.
During the regular school days
A stitch in time saves nine. So true, in the case of learning. Success is the sum of small An exam is not only a test of your academic knowledge,
efforts, repeated day in and day out. These are some tips that you can follow on a daily basis: it is also a test of your confidence, stability, courage and
• Allocate specific time and place for your studies. calmness.
• Identify the type of learner you are. Some students are kinesthetic learners while
others are visual learners.
• Finish your home work on the same day it is given.
• Keep a timeline to complete your assignments.
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Why we Should adopt Not talking while eating: Most of us have before 7 pm? The simple reason behind this
up
healthy practice is that the earlier you have
grown
ancient food hearing that your food; the more time the body has to
talking while
digest it before it goes to rest during sleep.
This practice prevents body from piling
eating is a
practices bad manner. weight. Eating late also negatively impacts
In
sleep.
older
days, it was
considered Eating food with hands: Even as a number
a taboo to of people proudly claim that they are not
converse able to eat unless they have a spoon, the
Article by Smita Mishra in Times of India
while eating. ancient shastras recommended eating with
The main hands “which had to be cleaned thoroughly
Food habits have played a major role Early morning breakfast: The roots of having reason before and after the meal”. Eating with
even in the rise and fall of civilizations. an early morning breakfast go long back in behind it hands is neither uncouth nor tacky, but is
Aryans would not have migrated to India history. The legendary Roman breakfast called probably extremely healthy. According to Ayurveda
in 1500 BC had their lands in Central “jentaculum” was taken immediately after the was the fear of choking on food or hurriedly when we put food in our mouth through our
Asia not fallen short of pastures for their sun rise. It must have been considered healthy gulping it down without chewing. Nutrition hand, the five fingers together form a mudra
cattle. The simple ‘Mediterranean’ foods to indulge in nourishing food early in the scientists and doctors say that chewing food (a yogic position) which activates the sensory
that dieticians are tardily recommending morning. Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar well enables in better digestion. organs that keep prana in balance. It also
us today must have played a great part recommends, “Eat within 15 minutes of waking improves digestion because when the hand
in the remarkable achievements of the up, if you want to lose weight.” Postponing or Cooking in earthen utensils: Our ancestors touches the food, the brain sends signals to
Greeks. Even the small habits that we skipping your breakfast not only makes you must have cooked food in earthenware the body releasing digestive juices. This is
have grown up hearing like, “don’t go ravenous during lunch time, but also reduces because they did not know about probably the reason why food tastes
out on an empty stomach, do not talk your metabolism. plastic, steel and aluminium. better when eaten with hands.
while eating, do not share glasses, do But that was not the only
not chomp...are much more than good Food contamination with saliva: Sharing reason for it. Cooking in clay pots According to Luke Coutinho,
manners. In fact going back to some of drinks from common glass, food from the same adds calcium, phosphorus, iron, Holistic Nutritionist, author and
these habits can magically impact our plate and taking bite from the same pizza slice magnesium, sulphur and several Exercise Physiologist, “Eating with
health. other minerals to food. Clay pots are your fingers helps your mind connect
appears to be quite a normal practice for also alkaline in nature so they mix well with your food better and you tend to eat
many of us and rather impolite to refuse if with acidic food and balance its PH level. less and more mindfully. Food tastes better
a friend is offering it. But it was a taboo Remember, deadly diseases like cancer do when eaten with the fingers in a hygienic
in ancient India and is still held in not develop in an alkaline atmosphere. way. I spoke to many people across rural
abeyance and considered forbidden in a and urban India when I noticed so many of
number of traditional Indian families. Not stocking up prepared meal for the them eat with there hands and they said it
The concept of contamination with whole day: Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta is ancient Indian tradition and makes food
saliva called uchchishtam (sanskrit), Diwekar in her bestseller, "Don't lose your more enjoyable..and to me, enjoying food
"engili" (Telugu), "jutha" (in North mind, lose your weight" recommends is very important for digestion, and even
India) is considered unholy and extremely that if possible one should consume meal absorption of nutrients.”
unhygienic and washing hands after eating within four hours of preparing it, to get the
or putting them in the mouth is considered maximum benefits. In ancient times when So, chill! You are not a culinary barbarian if
Sitting on the floor while eating: In an there were no ready to eat and frozen foods, you are using your hands to consume food.
age when there were no dining tables, a must lest the food/person/thing touched there were fewer lifestyle diseases. Food You are wise!
everyone sat on floor while having food would be contaminated. starts losing its nourishment as soon as it
and very few suffered from lifestyle is prepared. So it is advisable to eat it fresh.
diseases that have become so rampant in While it has time and again been given religious While in most busy households today the
our times. According to experts, sitting connotations, it should actually be looked concept of preparing meals three times a day
on the floor cross legged while having upon as a practice of hygiene and a wise way to has given way to bulk preparation once, it is
food as practiced in India is typically a prevent spreading of diseases. Don't we live in an unhealthy practice that should be given
yogic posture called Sukhasan which is an age of paradoxes when at one hand we use up.
said to massage the abdominal muscles, sanitizers and medicated hand-washes and on
boost circulation in lower part of the the other do not mind liking into someone else's Early Dinner: In ancient Rome, dinner was
body and increase flexibility. So ditching ice-cream with traces of the other person's called "cena" and was the main meal of the
the dining table or couch while having saliva? day. It was taken late in the afternoon or
food is not a bad idea! when the sun started going down. Are not
nutritionists asking us today to have dinner
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Not talking while eating: Most of us have before 7 pm? The simple reason behind this
grown up healthy practice is that the earlier you have
hearing that your food; the more time the body has to
talking while digest it before it goes to rest during sleep.
eating is a This practice prevents body from piling
bad manner. weight. Eating late also negatively impacts
In older sleep.
days, it was
considered Eating food with hands: Even as a number
a taboo to of people proudly claim that they are not
converse able to eat unless they have a spoon, the
while eating. ancient shastras recommended eating with
The main hands “which had to be cleaned thoroughly
reason before and after the meal”. Eating with
behind it hands is neither uncouth nor tacky, but is
probably extremely healthy. According to Ayurveda
was the fear of choking on food or hurriedly when we put food in our mouth through our
gulping it down without chewing. Nutrition hand, the five fingers together form a mudra
scientists and doctors say that chewing food (a yogic position) which activates the sensory
well enables in better digestion. organs that keep prana in balance. It also
improves digestion because when the hand
Cooking in earthen utensils: Our ancestors touches the food, the brain sends signals to
must have cooked food in earthenware the body releasing digestive juices. This is
because they did not know about probably the reason why food tastes
plastic, steel and aluminium. better when eaten with hands.
But that was not the only
reason for it. Cooking in clay pots According to Luke Coutinho,
adds calcium, phosphorus, iron, Holistic Nutritionist, author and
magnesium, sulphur and several Exercise Physiologist, “Eating with
other minerals to food. Clay pots are your fingers helps your mind connect
also alkaline in nature so they mix well with your food better and you tend to eat
with acidic food and balance its PH level. less and more mindfully. Food tastes better
Remember, deadly diseases like cancer do when eaten with the fingers in a hygienic
not develop in an alkaline atmosphere. way. I spoke to many people across rural
and urban India when I noticed so many of
Not stocking up prepared meal for the them eat with there hands and they said it
whole day: Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta is ancient Indian tradition and makes food
Diwekar in her bestseller, "Don't lose your more enjoyable..and to me, enjoying food
mind, lose your weight" recommends is very important for digestion, and even
that if possible one should consume meal absorption of nutrients.”
within four hours of preparing it, to get the
maximum benefits. In ancient times when So, chill! You are not a culinary barbarian if
there were no ready to eat and frozen foods, you are using your hands to consume food.
there were fewer lifestyle diseases. Food You are wise!
starts losing its nourishment as soon as it
is prepared. So it is advisable to eat it fresh.
While in most busy households today the
concept of preparing meals three times a day
has given way to bulk preparation once, it is
an unhealthy practice that should be given
up.
Early Dinner: In ancient Rome, dinner was
called "cena" and was the main meal of the
day. It was taken late in the afternoon or
when the sun started going down. Are not
nutritionists asking us today to have dinner
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SCIeNCe AWARDS GALA 2016
Lighting the Lamp
Mr Anand Prakash Dr. V. K. Saraswat Mr. Mohamed Bin Abdullah Al Snan Mr. A. Jayakumar Mr.T. M. Nanda Kumar
Mr. Rajeesh Mr. Vinod Manikkara Mr. Prasanth Dharmaraj
Kumar
Releasing the year book
Honouring the School Coordinators
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Honouring the Sastra Pratibhas Honouring the Bahraini Student
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Importance of Yoga
for Students
The ancient practice of yoga offers a multitude to the researchers from Osher Research Center
of benefits to modern-day students at almost at Harvard Medical School and the Department
every grade level. Yoga’s combination of breath of Biomedicine at the New England School of
and movement can help alleviate social and Acupuncture that its regular practice could
academic stress, clear the mind and soothe give them the incentive and strength to refuse
cramped bodies jammed into desks and peer pressure to use drugs and alcohol.
hunched over computers. With more than 20
million practitioners as of 2013, as reported Reduced Conflict
by the Huffington Post, yoga is making its way Yoga may also help students get along better
into schools with plenty of potentially positive with one another, which fosters a more positive
outcomes. learning environment. A school in Milwaukee
instituted a yoga program consisting of two
De-Stressed Students classes per week for students in kindergarten
One of yoga’s primary benefits for adults is the through 8th grade. The classes emphasized
alleviation of stress. Students may be young, respectful behavior as well as yogic breathing
but they aren’t immune to stress. Family and movement practices. After a year, the
pressure, financial fears, academic performance school’s number of disruptive “incidents”
standards and peer groups can all take a toll decreased by more than half. Yoga may teach
on a student’s psyche and success in school. A students to better manage their emotions and
study published in the “International Journal reactions as well as to respect the feelings and
of Yoga” in 2009 examined the effect of yoga emotions of others.
on academic performance on highly stressed
adolescent students. The researchers -- from Improved Concentration
MGN College of Education in Jalandhar, India -- Yoga offers time for the body and mind to
found that seven weeks of regularly doing poses, relax from the rigors of learning. This may
practicing yoga breathing and participating in help students be better at applying themselves
mediation practice reduced students’ stress when studying or learning in a classroom.
levels, which translated into better academic Medical students who practiced yoga for
performance. A later study performed by just one month reported better sleep and
Harvard Medical School researchers and improved concentration during their studies
published in the January 2012 issue of the as a result in a study published in a 2013
“Journal of Behavioral Health Services and issue of the “Indian Journal of Community
Research” also found that high-school students Medicine.” Yoga, especially breathing
who participated in yoga instead of traditional techniques, can also increase concentration
physical education offerings for a semester and academic performance in students
exhibited improvements in mood, anxiety, struggling academically, concluded a 2012
perceived stress and resilience. study published by the International Society
for Scientific Interdisciplinary Yoga Research.
Enhanced Body Image
Students often struggle with poor body image Article by Andrea Cespedes from livestrong.com
and awkwardness of movement. A study
published in “Explore” in the summer of 2013
found that high-school students who practiced
yoga instead of regular physical education for a
semester, reported better kinesthetic awareness
-- the sense of how your body moves through
space -- and more respect for their own bodies.
Students who participated in yoga also reported
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Perceive knowledge Table showing what and how much to eat every day
to circumvent Foods Portion size
Cancer Carbs like cereal/rice/pasta/potato
(include 1 portion at each main meal and Your clenched fist
ensure it fills no more than ¼ of your
plate)
Protein like meat/poultry/fish/tofu/pulses Palm of your hand
(aim to have a portion at each meal)
Cheese (as a snack or part of a meal) 2 of your thumbs
Dr Naseena Methal Nuts/seeds (as a snack or part of a meal) 1 of your cupped hands
Consultant in Palliative Medicine
Manchester, UK Butter/spreads/nut butter (no more than
2 or 3 times a day) The tip of your thumb
Cancer is a group of abnormal cells that divide in an uncontrolled way.
Savouries like popcorn/crisps (as a snack/
Most cancers develop due to changes in our genes that happens over a person’s lifetime. treat) 2 of your cupped hands
Rarely, faulty genes can be passed down in families.
Bakes like brownies/flapjacks (as an 2 of your fingers
What is a primary cancer and a secondary cancer? occasional treat)
A primary cancer is where a cancer starts. Cancer cells can sometimes travel through the
blood or lymphatic system and can be deposited in other parts of the body to cause secondary It is proven that people who are overweight or obese are at greater risk developing diseases
cancer. like diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, stroke, and many cancers.
Why cancer? What are the signs of cancer?
Someone developing cancer depends on a combination of factors such as our genes, our Any unusual change in the body that lasts for 4 weeks or more needs to be reported to the
environment and our lifestyle. doctor.
Studies show that more than 4 in 10 cancers can be prevented through lifestyle changes.
Cancer is more common in old age.
What are the factors that can reduce cancer incidence?
• Not smoking The common symptoms and signs of cancer are;
• Doing regular exercise and keeping a healthy bodyweight • Breathlessness and or cough
• Eating a healthy, balanced diet • Bleeding- blood in urine or poo, coughing up blood, vomiting blood
• Reducing alcohol intake • Pain
• Protecting the skin from direct sunlight • Difficulty swallowing
• Practicing safe sex to avoid sexually transmitted infections. • Lack of appetite
• Avoiding drug abuse • Constipation or loose stools
• Working in a safe environment by avoiding exposure to materials • Lump
like asbestos, certain chemicals and radiation. • Unexplained Weight loss
• New or change in skin discolouration
What is a balanced diet?
It is also called 5-a-day. We need to remember that these symptoms and signs are not always caused by cancer and
Dairy; Vegetables; Fruits; Grains and Protein in most cases these can be caused by something not as serious as cancer. But persistent
symptoms must be reported to a doctor.
The important points to remember are;
1. Consume a variety of foods Spotting cancer early is important in having successful treatment.
2. Keep an eye on portions
3. Eat more whole grains What are the investigations to diagnose cancer ?
4. Limit refined grains and added sugar • Blood tests
5. Include more fish and nuts • Imaging- scans and X rays
6. Cut down on animal fat • Biopsy- testing cancer tissue sample.
• Some studies tell us that dogs can smell cancer on the skin and in urine.
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Perceive knowledge Table showing what and how much to eat every day
to circumvent Foods Portion size
Cancer Carbs like cereal/rice/pasta/potato
(include 1 portion at each main meal and Your clenched fist
ensure it fills no more than ¼ of your
plate)
Protein like meat/poultry/fish/tofu/pulses Palm of your hand
(aim to have a portion at each meal)
Cheese (as a snack or part of a meal) 2 of your thumbs
Dr Naseena Methal Nuts/seeds (as a snack or part of a meal) 1 of your cupped hands
Consultant in Palliative Medicine
Manchester, UK Butter/spreads/nut butter (no more than
2 or 3 times a day) The tip of your thumb
Cancer is a group of abnormal cells that divide in an uncontrolled way.
Savouries like popcorn/crisps (as a snack/
Most cancers develop due to changes in our genes that happens over a person’s lifetime. treat) 2 of your cupped hands
Rarely, faulty genes can be passed down in families.
Bakes like brownies/flapjacks (as an 2 of your fingers
What is a primary cancer and a secondary cancer? occasional treat)
A primary cancer is where a cancer starts. Cancer cells can sometimes travel through the
blood or lymphatic system and can be deposited in other parts of the body to cause secondary It is proven that people who are overweight or obese are at greater risk developing diseases
cancer. like diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, stroke, and many cancers.
Why cancer? What are the signs of cancer?
Someone developing cancer depends on a combination of factors such as our genes, our Any unusual change in the body that lasts for 4 weeks or more needs to be reported to the
environment and our lifestyle. doctor.
Studies show that more than 4 in 10 cancers can be prevented through lifestyle changes.
Cancer is more common in old age.
What are the factors that can reduce cancer incidence?
• Not smoking The common symptoms and signs of cancer are;
• Doing regular exercise and keeping a healthy bodyweight • Breathlessness and or cough
• Eating a healthy, balanced diet • Bleeding- blood in urine or poo, coughing up blood, vomiting blood
• Reducing alcohol intake • Pain
• Protecting the skin from direct sunlight • Difficulty swallowing
• Practicing safe sex to avoid sexually transmitted infections. • Lack of appetite
• Avoiding drug abuse • Constipation or loose stools
• Working in a safe environment by avoiding exposure to materials • Lump
like asbestos, certain chemicals and radiation. • Unexplained Weight loss
• New or change in skin discolouration
What is a balanced diet?
It is also called 5-a-day. We need to remember that these symptoms and signs are not always caused by cancer and
Dairy; Vegetables; Fruits; Grains and Protein in most cases these can be caused by something not as serious as cancer. But persistent
symptoms must be reported to a doctor.
The important points to remember are;
1. Consume a variety of foods Spotting cancer early is important in having successful treatment.
2. Keep an eye on portions
3. Eat more whole grains What are the investigations to diagnose cancer ?
4. Limit refined grains and added sugar • Blood tests
5. Include more fish and nuts • Imaging- scans and X rays
6. Cut down on animal fat • Biopsy- testing cancer tissue sample.
• Some studies tell us that dogs can smell cancer on the skin and in urine.
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What are the treatments for cancer ?
Surgery is one of the main treatments for many types of cancer. Surgery means removing the
cancer tissues from the body.
Chemotherapy means using anti-cancer drugs to destroy cancer cells.
Radiotherapy uses radiation like X-ray to kill cancer cells.
Although normal cells are also affected by chemotherapy and radiation, they are better at
repairing themselves than the cancer cells.
Hormone therapy uses medicines to block or lower the amount of hormones in the body to
slow down or stop the growth of cancer.
Hormones are inevitable for normal body function but some cancers use hormones to grow or
develop.
Biological therapies act on the cells and will;
• stop cancer cells from dividing and growing
• seek out cancer cells and kill them
• encourage the immune system to attack cancer cells
Examples are;
Immunotherapy- stimulates our own immune system to work against cancer cells.
Cancer growth blockers- cause a buildup of unwanted proteins in the cancer cells which
eventually kills the cancer.
Gene therapy- introduces a normal copy of the gene into the body to restore the function of
the protein and the cell.
Cancer vaccines- help the immune system to recognise and attack cancer cells.
Conclusion
It is important for people of all age groups to make necessary lifestyle changes to prevent
cancer or reduce the risk of cancer. Keeping an active life, keeping track of what we eat or
drink and avoiding risk factors of cancer play a key role in reducing cancer incidence.
References
http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/balanced-diet
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What are the treatments for cancer ?
Surgery is one of the main treatments for many types of cancer. Surgery means removing the
cancer tissues from the body.
Chemotherapy means using anti-cancer drugs to destroy cancer cells.
Radiotherapy uses radiation like X-ray to kill cancer cells.
Although normal cells are also affected by chemotherapy and radiation, they are better at
repairing themselves than the cancer cells.
Hormone therapy uses medicines to block or lower the amount of hormones in the body to
slow down or stop the growth of cancer.
Hormones are inevitable for normal body function but some cancers use hormones to grow or
develop.
Biological therapies act on the cells and will;
• stop cancer cells from dividing and growing
• seek out cancer cells and kill them
• encourage the immune system to attack cancer cells
Examples are;
Immunotherapy- stimulates our own immune system to work against cancer cells.
Cancer growth blockers- cause a buildup of unwanted proteins in the cancer cells which
eventually kills the cancer.
Gene therapy- introduces a normal copy of the gene into the body to restore the function of
the protein and the cell.
Cancer vaccines- help the immune system to recognise and attack cancer cells.
Conclusion
It is important for people of all age groups to make necessary lifestyle changes to prevent
cancer or reduce the risk of cancer. Keeping an active life, keeping track of what we eat or
drink and avoiding risk factors of cancer play a key role in reducing cancer incidence.
References
http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/balanced-diet
Military: Can you imagine a navy seals
capability when they wouldn’t need to
surface for air and could stay underwater
for over 20 minutes? If a boat was to
begin to sink, you could shoot yourself
as the boat is going down to ensure you
aren’t drowned in the undercurrent of
the sinking vessel. How about for toxic
gases when a facemask is unavailable.
AMAZING The military could have a number of
INVENTION
uses for such a medical advancement.
Private Sector: Really this can be used
LIVE WITHOUT BREATHING.. as a precaution for anything nautical
where the potential to drown is a real
“JUST INJECT AN OXYGEN PARTICLE” danger. Deep sea rescue crews could inject themselves prior to making a rescue, underwater
welders can use it in case they become stuck or air is lost to their suits. The potential use for
anything water related seems extremely worthwhile.
New Medical Discovery
A team of scientists at the Boston Children’s Hospital have invented what is being considered Conclusion
one the greatest medical breakthroughs in recent years. They have designed a microparticle In the end, this is an amazing medical advancement and I can’t help but recall the movie the
that can be injected into a person’s bloodstream that can quickly oxygenate their blood. This Abyss when they took the pill, their helmets filled with air, and they were told they can breathe
will even work if the ability to breathe has been restricted, or even cut off entirely.
the water. Well what if they really couldn’t “breathe” water” but since the urge to breathe is
natural, that must take place… even if you’re not breathing air per se. But your body was
This finding has the potential to save millions of lives every year. The microparticles can keep provided with enough oxygen for a time period by taking a pill. It’s just goes to show that
an object alive for up to 30 min after respiratory failure. This is accomplished through an anything, absolutely anything that can be thought up, can potentially one day become reality.
injection into the patients’ veins. Once injected, the microparticles can oxygenate the blood to Thank you scientists, for reminding me that people and their ingenuity are nothing short of
near normal levels. This has countless potential uses as it allows life to continue when oxygen awesome.
is needed but unavailable. For medical personnel, this is just enough time to avoid risking a
heart attack or permanent brain injury when oxygen is restricted or cut off to patients.
Dr. John Kheir, who first began the study, works in the Boston Children’s Hospital Department
of Cardiology. He found inspiration for the drug in 2006, when he was treating a girl in the ICU
who had a severe case of pneumonia. At the time, the girl didn’t have a breathing tube, when
at the time she suffered from a pulmonary hemorrhage. This means her lungs had begun to
fill up with blood, and she finally went into cardiac arrest. It took doctors about 25 minutes
to remove enough blood from her lungs to allow her to breath. Though, the girl’s brain was
severely injured due to being deprived of oxygen for that long and she eventually died.
Microparticle Composition
The microparticles used are composed of oxygen gas pocketed in a layer of lipids. A Lipid is
a natural molecule that can store energy and act as a part of a cell membrane, they can be
made of many things such as wax, vitamins, phospholipids, and in this case fat is the lipid
that stores the oxygen.
These microparticles are around two to four micrometers in length and carry about three to
four times the oxygen content of our own red blood cells. In the past, researchers had a difficult
time succeeding as prior tests caused gas embolism. This meant that the gas molecules would
become stuck trying to squeeze through the capillaries. They corrected this issue by packaging
them into small deformable particles rather ones where the structure was rigid.
Potential Future Uses
Medical: There is the obvious medical uses where the microparticles can be used to save off
death from a restriction in breathing due to inflammation of the lungs, collapsed lungs, and
the like. It would be good to have these injections ready in hospitals and ambulances for when
the time is needed.
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Military: Can you imagine a navy seals
capability when they wouldn’t need to
surface for air and could stay underwater
for over 20 minutes? If a boat was to
begin to sink, you could shoot yourself
as the boat is going down to ensure you
aren’t drowned in the undercurrent of
the sinking vessel. How about for toxic
gases when a facemask is unavailable.
The military could have a number of
uses for such a medical advancement.
Private Sector: Really this can be used
as a precaution for anything nautical
where the potential to drown is a real
danger. Deep sea rescue crews could inject themselves prior to making a rescue, underwater
welders can use it in case they become stuck or air is lost to their suits. The potential use for
anything water related seems extremely worthwhile.
Conclusion
In the end, this is an amazing medical advancement and I can’t help but recall the movie the
Abyss when they took the pill, their helmets filled with air, and they were told they can breathe
the water. Well what if they really couldn’t “breathe” water” but since the urge to breathe is
natural, that must take place… even if you’re not breathing air per se. But your body was
provided with enough oxygen for a time period by taking a pill. It’s just goes to show that
anything, absolutely anything that can be thought up, can potentially one day become reality.
Thank you scientists, for reminding me that people and their ingenuity are nothing short of
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The Unani System of Medicine has a
long and impressive record in India. It
was introduced in India by the Arabs
and Persians sometime around the
eleventh century. Today, India is one
of the leading countries in so for as
the practice of Unani medicine
is concerned. It has the largest
number of Unani educational,
research and health care
institutions.
As the name indicates, Unani
system originated in Greece. The
foundation of Unani system was
laid by Hippocrates. The system owes
its present form to the Arabs who not
only saved much of the Greek literature
by rendering it into Arabic but also
enriched the medicine of their day with
their own contributions. In this process
they made extensive use of the science of
Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Anatomy,
Physiology, Pathology, Therapeutics and
Surgery.
Unani Medicines got enriched by imbibing institutions, forms an integral part of the
what was best in the contemporary national health care delivery system.
systems of traditional medicines in
Egypt, Syria, Iraq, Persia, India, China Principles and Concepts of Unani
and other Middle East countries. In The basic theory of Unani system is based
India, Unani System of Medicine was upon the well- known four - humour
introduced by Arabs and soon it took theory of Hippocrates. This presupposes
firm roots. The Delhi Sultans (rulers)
provided patronage to the scholars of the presence, in the body, of four humours
Unani System and even enrolled some as viz., blood, phlegm, yellow bile and black
state employees and court physicians. bile.
The human body is considered to be made
After independence the Unani System
along with other Indian systems up of the following seven components:
of medicine received a fresh boost
under the patronage of the National 1. Arkan (Elements)
Government and its people. Government The human body contains four elements.
of India took several steps for the all- Each of the four elements has its own
round development of this system. It temperament as follows:
passed laws to regulate and promote its
education and training. It established Element Temperament
research institutions, testing laboratories Air Hot & Moist
and standardized regulations for the Earth Cold & Dry
production of drugs and for its practice.
Today the Unani system of medicine Fire Hot & Dry
with its recognized practitioners, Water Cold & Moist
hospitals and educational and research
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2. Mizaj (Temperament) 6. Quwa (Faculties)
In the Unani system, the temperament of the These are three kinds of power:
individual is very important as it is considered 1. Quwa Tabiyah or Natural power is the
to be unique. The individual’s temperament power of metabolism and reproduction.
is believed to be the result of the interaction Liver is the seat of this power and the
of the elements. The temperament can be process is carried on in every tissue of
real equitable where the four elements used the body.
are in equal quantities. 2. Quwa Nafsaniyah or Psychic power refers
to nervous and psychic power. It is located
3. Akhlat (Humours) inside the brain and is responsible for
Humours are those moist and fluid perceptive and motive power.
parts of the body which are produced 3. Quwa Haywaniyah or Vital power is
after transformation and metabolism of responsible for maintaining life and
the aliments; they serve the function of enables all the organs to accept the effect
nutrition, growth and repair; and produce of psychic power. This power is located
energy, for the preservation of individual in the heart. It keeps life running in the
and his species. tissues.
Food passes through four stages of digestion; 7. Afaal (Functions)
(1) Gastric digestion when food is turned in This component refers to the movements
to chyme and chyle and carried to liver by and functions of all the organs of the body.
mesenteric veins (2). Hepatic digestion in In case of a healthy body the various organs
which chyle is converted into four humours are not only in proper shape but are also
in varying quantities, that of blood being the performing their respective functions.
largest. Thus, the blood which leaves the
liver is intermixed with the other humours Unani medicine has the following main types
namely, phlegm, yellow bile and black bile. of treatment
(3) vessels digestion and (4) tissue digestion. 1. Regimental therapy (Ilaj-bil-Tadbir)
While the humours are flowing in the blood 2. Venesectio (Fasd)
vessels, every tissue absorbs its nutrition 3. Cupping (Al-hijama)
by its attractive power and retains it by its 4. Sweating (Tareeq)
retentive power. Then the digestive power in 5. Diuresis (Idrar-e- baul)
conjunction with assimilative power converts 6. Turkish bath (Hamam)
it into tissues. The waste material in humour 7. Massage (Dalk, Malish)
at this stage is excreted by the expulsive 8. Counter irritation
power. According to this system when any 9. Cauterization (Amal-e-Kae)
disturbance occurs in the equilibrium of the 10. Purging (Ishal)
humour, it causes disease. The treatment, 11. Vomiting (Qai)
therefore, aims at restoring the equilibrium 12. Exercise (Riyazat)
of humours. 13. Leeching (Taleeq-e-Alaq)
14. Dieto therapy (Ilaj-bil-Ghiza)
4. Aaza (Organs) 15. Pharmacotherapy (Ilaj-bil-Dawa)
These are the various organs of the human 16. Surgery (Ilaj-bil-Yad)
body. The health or disease of each individual
organ affects the state of health of the whole Education in Unani
body. The education and training facilities in
Unani system of medicine are presently
5. Arwah (Spirits) being monitored by the Central Council of
Ruh (Spirit) is a gaseous substance, Indian Medicine, which is a statutory body
obtained from the inspired air, it helps in set up by an Act of Parliament known as
all the metabolic activities of the body. It Indian Medicine Central Council Act 1970.
burns the akhlat latifah to produce all kinds At present, there are 40 recognized colleges
of quwa (powers) and hararat ghariziyah, it of Unani Medicine in the Country, which
is the source of vitality for all the organs of provide education and training facilities
the body. These are considered to be the life in the system. These Colleges have a
force and are, therefore, important in the total admission capacity of about 1,770
diagnosis and treatment of disease.
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students per year for undergraduate courses. They are either Government institutions or set
up by Voluntary organizations. All these educational institutions are affiliated to different
universities. The curriculum prescribed by the Central Council of Indian Medicine is followed
by these institutions.
Postgraduate educations and research facilities are available in the subjects of Ilmul Advia
(Pharmacology), Moalijat (Medicine), Kulliyat (Basic Principles), Hifzan-e-Sehat (Hygeine),
Jarrahiyat (Surgery),Tahafuzi wa Samaji Tibb, Amraz-e-Atfal and Qabala-wa-Amraz-e-Niswan
(Gynaecology). The total admission capacity to these courses is 79.
National Institute of Unani Medicine, Bangalore
The National Institute of Unani Medicine, Bangalore is a centre of excellence to develop and
propagate Unani system of Medicine. N.I.U.M. is a joint venture of the Government of India
and the state Government of Karnataka. It is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of
Health Science- Bangalore, Karnataka.
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