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[ I also like to eat in favorited Hotels at my places. ]

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What are these Hotels in my place we go?

[ My eats: 4.[ I eat these Leafs, Fruits & Vegitabls only.]

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My favorite's Onion & Potato.

My priorities are all vegetables,a God's Gift.

[ My eats: 3.[ I eat these Leafs, Fruits & Vegitabls only.]

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The 3rd item of my favorite is Methi Leaf's,there are many items that are home cooked after buying this bunch of leafs and any menu is as good as the other's.However there is also a medical cure of this Methi Seeds which were known to me at young age was the cure to the commonly attacked was the'Diarrhea'(loose motion) which was common in Bombay (Mumbai) named after I left this city was the cure prepared at home in few minutes is to take 2 tea spoon of this Methi seeds mix it in a cup of CURDS and drink the same it stops the loose motion. Methi

'CLICK' on the link below to see a mouth watering Panjabi Methi & Potato preparation.

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[ My eats:2 ->[ I eat these Leafs, Fruits & Vegitabls only.]

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Picture of Palak:Coutesy:

If you are a fan of a healthy meal then Methi Paratha

is the recipe you must try. Packed with fenugreek leaves

this Indian bread is just so tasty and doesn't compromise

on the nutrients quotient. This can be best served with

Raitha and some mixed veg pickle by the side.

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[ I eat these Leafs, Fruits & Vegitabls only.]

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The leaf's of Plant 'Dantin soppu' or as in Kannada for Amarnath Leafs.

Wiley Online Library.

Harvesting Food from Weeds Chapter 10. Bioactive Properties and Health Benefits of Amaranthus Nisha Singhania, Rajesh Kumar, Pramila, Sunil Bishnoi, Aradhita B. Ray, Aastha Diwan Book Editor(s):Prerna Gupta, Navnidhi Chhikara, Anil Panghal First published: 03 July 2023

Amaranth is generally taken from the word ‘Anthos’ a Greek word that means evergreen flower, belongs to Amaranthaceae family and Amaranthus genus; it is native to Mesoamerica, Mexico and Central America. Grain of amaranth is a Amaranth contains significant amount of starch,Essential protein, Fat or lipid and dietary fiber. These nutritional values varied from species to species. Amaranth also containe a significant amount of mineral especially potassium magnesium calcium and iron vitamins include riboflavin, vitamin C, folic acid and vitamin E. Amaranth leaves are an ideal source of different antioxidants viz., anthocyanins, betalain, carotenoids, chlorophylls, β-cyanin, β-xanthin, and other phytochemicals such as ascorbic acid, phenolic acids and flavonoids. Phytochemicals such as betaxan-thins, betacyanins, rutin and isoquercetin; apart from these some major phenolic compounds like vanillic acid, flavonoids, gallic acid, salicylic, sinapic acid, ferulic, syringic, ellagic, p-coumaric, quercetin, kaempferol, and epigallocatechin gallates are also present in amaranth species. Phenolic compounds are identified in its seed are caffeoylglucaric acid, coumaroylglucaric acid, feruloylglucaric acid were glucaricisomers, caffeoylquinic acid, coumaroylquinic acid and feruloylquinic acid.

These bioactive compounds act as a natural defense system against several diseases such as anti-gastric ulcer, gastroprotective, anti-colorectal cancer activity, anti-inflammation activity, atherosclerosis, arthritis, cardiovascular diseases, cataract, emphysema, retinopathy, and neurodegenerative diseases.

References:

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Next post another Leaf benifits of:Blogger.

[ Let me make my eats at 89.33. ]

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How to make Vegetable good eates which contain

fiber and proteins and less of carbohydrates..

Most important iten is Ghee.

Aashirvaad Svasti Cow Ghee - Intense Aroma

& Flavour, Rich Texture, Immunity Booster,

2x1 L Multipack.

Any reputed Brandis OK which is

only PURE Cow's Ghee.

The next Item is FRUITS & VEGITABLES.

The above picture is Neem Leaves.Eating "Neem"leave they say you get many health benifits.Some good old stories I can't write here.But on one day in a year I am eating Neem Leaves and (2 Covid's did nothing) I survived Covid. The leaves of many are many which help in India and our Ayurveda if you study you will wonder what a wonder country is India.Indian civilization has survived many thousads of years not eating any animals or taking any fish even in many religiouns.

[ Sr Citizens (veg) for info on Fiber in Fruits.]

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Fruit (plant structure). (2024, April 28). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fruit_(plant_structure)

Most of us have a rudimentary knowledge about the medical and

scientific aspects of foods we take. In order that you have a clear

understanding and insight of the scientific and therapeutic aspects

of Indian foods, please see the attached paper titled "Medical &

Scientific Basis of (Indian) Foods" by a well known US University

Clinical Professor Dr. Bala V. Manyam. You will find the

matter interesting and enlightening.

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Medical and Scientific Basis of Indian Foods by

Bala V Manyam, MD Professor (Emeritus), Southern

Illinois University Clinical Professor, Penn State University

The art of Indian cooking has an ocean of science buried

beneath it.

Resent research endorses many of

its health benefits.

Who says so?

Why garnish food with Cilantro (Coriander) leaves?
Garnishing with cilantro leaves on cooked food prevents 
salmonella and
shigella organisms from contaminating due to presence of 
antibiotic activity. These
organisms are the major causes of food poisoning. 
Cilantro is considered twice as
effective compared to a powerful antibiotic like 
gentamicin (J Agri and Food Sci
2004).
Why nuts and dhal in upma, poha, etc
Items like upma, nimbubath, kesaribath, poha are 
likely to be gulped without
chewing. Adding various dhal like Bengal gram dhal, 
urdu dhal, cashew nuts, peanuts
etc., forces one to chew aiding better digestion.
Bacteriostatic effect of silver foil on North Indian 
sweets

North Indian sweets are often made of milk products 
and are preserved covered
with silver foil. In summertime there is a risk of 
food-borne infection if the item is
not refrigerated. When eaten, silver foil breaks 
into ionic colloidal silver in the
stomach from hydrochloric acid of gastric juice 
(pH range 1.5 to 3.5) killing harmful
bacteria. Silver electrodes that produce ionic sliver 
has historically and extensively
been used as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent in 
the municipal water purification
system in many countries.
Researchers at the Arizona State University 
tested several strains of bacteria,
fungi, and viruses grown under multi-cycle 
growth conditions in the presence or
absence of ionic colloidal silver in order to assess 
the antimicrobial activity. Bacteria
2grown under aerobic or anaerobic conditions, 
significant growth inhibition was
observed, although multiple treatments were 
typically required. For fungal cultures,
the effects of ionic colloidal silver varied 
significantly between different genera. No
viral growth inhibition was observed with any 
strains tested. The study data support
ionic colloidal silver as a broad-spectrum 
antimicrobial agent against aerobic and
anaerobic bacteria, while having a more 
limited and specific spectrum of activity
against fungi supporting the centuries old Indian 
wisdom.
In the modern time, because of use of pastured milk 
and milk products in the
preparation of most Indian sweets and as silver has 
renal toxicity, the author does not
recommend use of silver foil on North Indian sweets 
that currently serves only as a
decoration.
Prevent dental cavities by eating curd not 
sweets at the end of meals. Why?
Eating dessert at the end of the meal is 
an unhealthy Western practice, copied
by Indians and may promote dental cavities as sugar 
promotes bacterial growth. The
mouth contains a wide variety of oral bacteria, 
but only a few specific species of
bacteria are believed to cause dental cavities, 
Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus
species among them. Curd (a soft, white substance 
formed when milk sours or when
previous curd is added that has live bacteria like 
Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp.
bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus bacteria. 
In addition, curds may have
other harmless lactobacilli and bifidobacteria. 
Curd is often homemade. Yogurt is a
semisolid sourish food prepared from milk fermented 
by added bacteria, sweetened,
flavored and often repastured. Hence, they are 
not one and the same). Indian cuisine
uses curd and hence in this article the world 
curd will be used keeping with the Indian
practice. Indian habit of eating curd at the 
end of the meal leaves behind friendly
bacteria between the teeth, not sugar reducing 
the risk of dental cavities.


Why curd, iddly, dosai, uttappa, dhokla, batura etc 
are good for you.
Because all of the above contains probiotics and 
prebiotics that our ancestors
incorporated into our meals since time immemorial. 
Probiotics are microorganisms
that play an important role in regulating digestion 
and intestinal function. Probiotic
microbe are found in yogurt belong to streptococcus 
and lactobacillus strains. Other
recognized one is bifidobacteria. These are not 
destroyed by stomach acid. Prebiotics
are nondigestible carbohydrates that act as 
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prebiotics are combined, they form a symbiotic 
fermented products named above as
curd or batter (fermented idly or dosa dough). 
They are considered synbiotic because
they contain live bacteria and the fuel they need 
to thrive. Probiotics are found in
foods such as curd, while prebiotics are found in 
whole grains such as rice, wheat,
bananas, potato and other starchy items.
Fermenting foods produce increase in the nutrients 
like vitamin K and B-
complex, short-chain fatty acids, some amino acids, 
growth factors and antioxidants.
Fermentation also destroys oxalates and phytate that 
interfere with absorption of
calcium and iron. Antibiotics, poor diet, excess 
alcoholic drinks, can reduce the
population of probiotic bacteria in the gut. 
That is why it is good idea to consume
curd while on oral antibiotic therapy.
India probably has the most diverse fermented 
foods in the world and
consumption of curd, and other items made from 
fermented batter they are part of
daily meal. In an analysis of nine studies that 
looked at probiotic use and blood
pressure, the report in the journal Hypertension 
found that people using probiotics
tend to have lower blood pressure compared to 
those who didn’t eat them. The effects
seemed to be stronger among those with higher 
blood pressure to begin with, and
among those consuming multiple probiotic strains 
and in higher dose. A recent study
conducted by researchers from the Harvard School 
of Public Health has found higher
intake of yogurt is associated with a reduced 
risk of type 2 diabetes. Yogurt digest
better because it is predigested and even 
those who are considered “lactose
intolerant” (N Engl J med 1984;310:1-3).
Take daily multi-vitamin pills and die early 
Or eat a fistful of nuts daily to live long and healthy!


Studies published in Ann Int. Med (2013;159:797-805)and
JAMA(2014;311:349) analyzed the effects of supplements 
on cardiovascular disease,cancer, mortality, and cognitive 
decline. They found that there were no significant
differences between people who took vitamin supplements and 
people who did not.The human body can only absorb a certain 
amount of vitamins and minerals per day.
When this limit is exceeded, the excess amount of water 
soluble vitamins (B-complexand C) are excreted from the 
body in the form of urine. Excess fat-soluble
vitamins(A,D and E) are stored in the body, which can 
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health. Researchers from Cleveland Clinic found 
that excess vitamin E increases the
risk of prostate cancer. Another study revealed that 
too much vitamin A increases the
risk of osteoporosis and hip fracture. A Scandinavian 
and an American study
revealed that those who took multivitamins regularly 
died on an average died three
months earlier compared to those who did not. A healthy 
diet should provide enough
nutrients without the need for supplements.
Instead of synthetic supplements consider natural 
foods like nuts, which are
wholesome food items as it contains high levels of 
proteins, low level of complex
carbohydrates, poly unsaturated fats, no cholesterol, 
vitamins A, E and B-complex,
minerals like calcium, potassium and others along with fiber. 
Research done at
Pennsylvania State University has shown that nuts help lower 
blood pressure and
heart rate during acute stress. Studies done at Los Angeles 
School of Nursing showed
that men who ate about 75 g (2.6 oz) of whole shelled walnut 
in their diet compared
to the group who did not consume any nuts had a better 
sperm count.
A study done over 13 years involving 119,000 Americans at the 
Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston showed that eating a 
handful of any nuts daily reduced
death risk by 20% from heart disease and type II diabetes. 
One ounce (28 g) serving is equal to about 16 to 24 almonds, 
16 to 18 cashews or 30 to 35 peanuts. Another
study involving 200,000 people in the United States 
and China found that nut consumption was linked to lower 
risk of premature death from heart disease and other
causes. Nut consumption was associated with decreased 
overall cardiovasculardisease mortality across different 
ethnic groups and among individuals. Consumption
of nuts, particularly peanuts given their general 
affordability, may be considered a
cost-effective measure to improve cardiovascular health 
(JAMA Intern Med.
2015;1001/jamainternmed.2014.8347).
It is a common practice among Punjabis, Sindhis 
and other North Indians to
offer nuts like almonds, cashews and other nuts along 
with tea to the guests. Many
Indian sweets are made with nuts validating the wisdom 
of our tradition with marked
health benefits that is now proven to be correct by 
modern research.
The emperor among fruits-the poo man’s apple Guava with 
its richest nutrients!
Mango may be the “king of fruits”. Guava is the 
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fruits, as per a study done at The Center for 
Science in the Public Interest;
Washington, DC that ranked 45 fruits for their content 
of vitamin C, folate, fiber,
potassium, iron, calcium etc. Guava topped the list! 
In another study research done at
the National Institute Nutrition, Hyderabad on 14 fresh 
fruits on antioxidant content found that guava had highest
amount at 496 mg/100mg of edible part of fresh fruit
compared to pineapple that had the lowest level at 22 mg/100mg. 
In high levels ofantioxidants Indian plum(Nae-ra-lae-hannu, 
in Kannada, Oemleria cerasiformis) was next followed by mango, 
pomegranate, custard apple (sita-pala, Kannada) and apple
among other fruits. In addition to pineapple, banana, papaya, 
water melon and grapes had the least amount of antioxidants 
(Oxidatv. Med and Cellular Longevity 2013
Article ID 369479, 12 pages). Antioxidants play a critical 
role in preventing cellular damage. Cellular damage is the 
underlying cause for aging, cancer and many degenerative 
diseases.



Eat your veggie Jonny!
Vegetables in Indian cuisine are almost always cooked with 
very few raw
vegetables included. For example Ko-sam-bari (salad) or raita 
(raw vegetable in
yogurt base with spices). Recent studies show vegetables 
should be cut into large
pieces, eaten cooked and fruits eaten raw as cooking 
vegetables help boost nutrients
(J Agri & Food Sci 2007). Greens are best consumed 
cooked not raw. Humans have
no cellulase enzyme to break plant cell wall that is made-up of 
cellulose. Cooking
breaks cell wall & releases intracellular nutrients. 
Leafy vegetables reduce cataract
risk due to zeaxanthin and lutein (carotenoids and 
antioxidant property) based on
dietary data on 35,551 females from Women’s Health Study 
(started in 1993). Potato,
while tasty is mostly starch and should not be given 
the status of a vegetable. Because
it is cheap, it is a major “vegetable” in restaurants.
Low Calcium resulting in as you age?

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Answer.



Best appetizer! Serve most meal items on the plate 
before starting to eat
In a South Indian community dinner such as a wedding, 
major birthday or such
celebrations the guests had to be seated first and then 
food items are served one by
one sometimes amounting to initial12-15 items. Until all 
items are served, guests are
not touch or eat any of the food items, just watch and drool! 
Serving a spoonful of
ghee on the rice is the indication that all initial items are 
in the plate (or banana leaf).
The idea behind is watching the food and smelling the aroma 
that reaches the hypo
thalamus of the brain to initiate programming what enzymes 
to secrete to digest what
type of food. That is what results in drooling as saliva 
has the appropriate enzymes.
We are not able to feel gastric juices flowing. This beats 
any type of appetizer. They
start with initially licking a spoonful of kheer may be 
to vet the throat and stimulate
the palate. Followed by rice and several spicy items and 
vegetables will follow one at
a time with the desert being served prior to rice and 
curd separated by a small
quantity of spicy rice again to modulate palate to 
appreciate a different taste.



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Merits of lactovegetarian diet(hidden meaning
Indian vegetarian meal)
A well planned lactovegetarian diet meaning Indian 
vegetarian diet or a mixed
diet with abundant amounts of vegetables and fruits 
is beneficial as regards the rate of
cell proliferation, and most likely also reduces the 
risk of developing colorectal
cancer (Almendingen K, Trygg K, Vatn M. Tidsskr Nor 
Laegeforen 1995;115:2252-

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Medicinal benefit of Indian spices
Spices in the Indian foods has both enhancing taste 
and medicinal benefits.
Adding spices reduces the amount of salt needed to 
bring taste unlike Western pickles
that has only salt. The spices stimulate gastrointestinal 
mobility minimizing the risk
of constipation. Spices mask unpleasant smell of certain 
food items. Garlic is
notorious to mask even putrefying foods!
Turmeric is part of spices in the Indian cooking for 
generations. Even in the
decades back its medicinal value was known. Modern times 
have enhanced its
medicinal value taking it to the Himalayan peak level. 
According to the world’s
expert on turmeric Dr. Kamala Krishnaswamy of National 
Inst. Nutrition, Hyderabad
average intake of turmeric if one consumes all daily meals 
of Indian origin gets one
half teaspoonful of turmeric per person per day. However, to 
have beneficial effect
especially for prevention of Alzheimer’s disease one needs 
one teaspoonful of
turmeric per person per day. This is based on experimental 
evidence and no
epidemiological studies have been done to date. At best, 
it is a good idea to add
turmeric to all of the savory food items except for iddly, 
dosa and similar fermented
items, turmeric should be added prior to cooking as turmeric 
has mild antibiotic effect
as a result fermentation may be incomplete. Turmeric is one 
the most thoroughly
researched plants in existence today. Its medicinal properties 
and components
(primarily curcumin) have been the subject of over 5600 
peer-reviewed and published
biomedical studies as of 2013. Given the sheer density of 
research performed on this
remarkable spice, it is no wonder that a growing number of 
studies have concluded
that it compares favorably to a variety of conventional 
medications, including:
Lipitor/Atorvastatin(cholesterol medication, Corticosteroids 
(steroid medications),
Prozac/Fluoxetine & Imipramine, (antidepressants), Aspirin 
(as blood thinner), Anti-
inflammatory Drugs, Oxaliplatin 
(chemotherapy drug, Metformin (diabetes drug).
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 Turmeric powder is also used as a natural yellow coloring 
agent in many processed snacks in the US.
The inability of black pepper to enhance the longevity 
of meat is well-
established which prompted Europeans to sail to India. 
Ginger having the safest
benefit in the nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy 
is well known. Indian
cuisine ensures that spices form the base of any dish. We are 
not satisfied with a dash

of salt and a squeeze of sour lime. If spices are consumed 
in moderation one can
derive health benefits, but an overdose of any spice should 
be avoided.
Details about medicinal benefits of all Indian spices are 
beyond the scope of
this article. One item that deserves mention is in case of 
severe dental pain in
particular empty socket syndrome when narcotic drugs do not 
benefit much, a small
gauze piece socked in clove (Syzygium aromaticum) oil and 
applied locally may
produce significant relief of pain without any sedation. 
Fenugreek (Trigonella
foenum-graecum) in Kannada it is called Menthya seeds 
are found to lower serum
cholesterol level. It is best to added it to dosai. 
Research has shown it also has
antidiabetic effect. Saffron (Crocus sativus) a major 
spice in kheer and many sweets
has antioxidant effect. Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) 
another Indian spice used in
cooking is known to have anti dental cavity properties 
due to its anti-bacterial
properties.
Does my Diet Fit my Genes?
What is “new” in modern science was known in ancient 
India thousands of
years back. The diet should be based on one’s Prakruti 
(metabolic type, degree of
physical work etc) as suitability of a particular food 
varies from person to person.
There is no one standard meal (“happy meal”) suitable 
for all. Suggested Reading:
Kulkarni PH. Ayurveda AAhar. Delhi. Sri Satguru 
Publications (ISBN 81-7030-668-x)
Nutrition and dietary knowledge in Ayurveda
Nutrition and dietary knowledge was well established 
in Ayurveda for healthy
living (Manyam BV Bull Ind Inst Hist Med. 1995;25:79-99). 
Ayurvedic physicians
were the first to recognize diet-drug interaction. 
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Pestriction of certain dietary items (patya) while on 
Ayurvedic therapy. The concept
of diet-drug interaction did not enter modern medicine 
(Allopathy) until 1970s.
Ayurveda classified food groups into-grains (Shukadhanya), 
legumes
(Shamidhanya), meats (Mamsa), vegetables (Shaka), fruits 
(Phala), Salads (Harata),
spices including salt (Aharayogi), sugarcane & its products 
(Ikshu), alcoholic drinks
(Madya) and water (Jala).
Ayurveda suggested that the quantity of diet should be
based on a person’s metabolic profile (Manyam BV, Kumar A. 
J Comp. Alt Med 2013:19:644-649) and
one should eat only when one is hungry, no eating 
between meals and the quantity
should consists of two handfuls of one’s own hand.
This determines the quantity as a
person with a smaller frame needs less food compared to 
a person with a big body
frame. The frequency of meals should be twice a day 
The main meal in the midday,
when the digestive enzymes are considered to be most 
active and a light meal in the
evening. Each meal should include six different tastes 
(Shedrasa) namely, astringent,
bitter, pungent, salt, sour and sweet. This would cover 
all nutrients including vitamins
and minerals. For example, sour items provide vitamin C, 
astringent items minerals
like calcium, iron, sweet items carbohydrates and so forth. 
Once the food is cooked it
should be consumed at the earliest to provide most nutritive 
value. Modern data has
shown that using folate as a test material to measure 
nutritive value in plastic bagged
spinach on the super market shelf, folate levels gradually 
decreased reaching the
lowest level on tenth day. Vitamin C in “fresh squeezed” 
orange juice sold in cartons
in the refrigerated shelf of super markets had a similar 
loss in vitamin C content after
several days.


According to Ayurveda, among wholesome foods the best are, 
red rice (sali rice) among rice, green gram among legumes, 
buffalo meat among meats, Rihita fish among fish, 
cow’s milk among milk, ghee among animal fat, sesame oil among
vegetable oils, rock salt among salt. Barley, beef, 
black gram and sheep milk were
considered unwholesome. A wholesome meal should include 
grains, legumes, meats,vegetables, fruits, salads, spices 
and salt. Recent research has shown that red rice
which is among brown rice is superior to white rice 
in its nutrition content, buffalo
meat is far better than beef as it has low fat, sesame oil 
is among polyunsaturated oils,
ghee is a better fat. Research done at Ohio State 
University has shown that ghee
produced far less atherosclerotic plaques in rabbit 
aorta compared to polyunsaturated.


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Fats. Much more research is needed to establish validity 
of traditional Indian food
items. Despite rich scientific knowledge of Indian 
cuisine, major problem among
Indians, immaterial of where they live is they consume 
disproportionate amount of
polished rice and potato compared to pulses and nuts to 
balance proteins. Many who
are vegetarians for generations switch to non-vegetarian 
food they minute they get off
the boat! All these improper habits have resulted in 
higher incidence of obesity, type
II diabetes, and other lifestyle diseases. A resent expert 
committee report on nutrition
and dietary habits of Americans titled it 
“American Food is Killing Us”.Final Words!


Eat less than your appetite,
Drink less than your desire,
Work less than your tolerance,
Earn less than your greed.
What is good for your stomach
Is good for your heart, and
Rest of the body, mind and soul.

  

Courtsey of 
Medical and Scientific Basis of Indian Foods
by
Bala V Manyam, MD
Professor (Emeritus), Southern Illinois University
Clinical Professor, Penn State University.

[Political Leadership, What Prof.Myles Munroe said. ]

2024-05-05T08:51:00.011+05:30

Difference Between Politician & Leader:

"Politicians are not, and can't be Leaders"

The next time you have a politician come to your house.

Wanting to vie for your vote,just ask him What is your

vision for my children?" I will sit and listen to you tell

me for about 20 minutes whet it is. He will leave your

house, because he has no interest in your children.

His concern is st stay in power.To keep the position;

to win the next election.This is why they cannot lead.

[ Veg v/s Non Veg - a little.]

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What was our Tomato and what is his History?

Variety of berry

The tomato is the edible berry of the plant Solanum lycopersicum.

commonly known as the tomato plant. The species originated

western South America, Mexico, and Central America. The Nahuatl

word tomatl gave rise to the Spanish word tomate, from which the

English word tomato derives.Its domestication and use as a cultivated

food may have originated with the indigenous peoples of Mexico.

The Aztecs used tomatoes in their cooking at the time of the

Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empirethe Spanish encountered

the tomato for the first time after their contact with the Aztecs,

they brought the plant to Europe, in a widespread transfer of plants.

known as the Columbian exchange. From there the tomato was

introduced to other parts of the EU.European-colonized world

during the 16th century

Taylor Swift

The pop star has revealed in interviews

that she is allergic to tomatoes,
well as shellfish and caffeine.


[Drew Barrymore] 
Drew Barrymore The actress and producer has said that she 
developed a tomato allergy later in life, and that it 
causes her skin to break out in rashes.


[Nicole Kidman]
Nicole KidmanThe Oscar-winning actress has a severe 
tomato allergy that can trigger anaphylaxis, a life-threatening 
reaction that can cause breathing difficulties and swelling.
Common tomato varieties


[Roma tomato]
Roma tomatoRoma tomatoes are a plum tomato variety with a 
firm flesh and low water content. They are ideal for making 
tomato sauce, paste, or ketchup, and are also commonly used in 
salads, sandwiches, and salsa. They are one of the most 
commercially important tomato varieties in the world.
[Cherry tomato]


Cherry tomato Cherry tomatoes are small, round, and sweet 
tomatoes that are often eaten raw as a snack or in salads. 
They come in various colors, such as red, yellow, orange, and 
green. They are a popular choice for home gardens and farmers' 
markets.[Beef steak tomato]
Beefsteak tomato Beefsteak tomatoes are large,juicy, 
and meaty tomatoes that are often sliced and used in sandwiches, 
burgers,and salads. They have a rich flavor and a smooth texture. 
They are one of the most common tomato varieties in North 
America and Europe.Life cycle.



Seed germination
Tomato seeds sprout under warm and moist conditions.
 
Seedling growth
Tomato seedlings develop leaves, stems, and roots.
[Transplanting]
Transplanting
Tomato seedlings are moved to a larger pot or garden bed.
Pollination
Tomato flowers are fertilized by wind, insects, or 
human intervention.

The Spanish first introduced tomatoes to Europe,

where they became used in Spanish food. Place of origin

Central America Western South America

New Jersey recognizes the tomato as the state vegetable.

The weight of the largest tomato to be ever picked was 3.5 kilos.

More info on en.wikipedia.org

The town of Buñol, Spain, annually celebrates

La Tomatina, a festival centered on an enormous tomato fight.

    Eggplant
    Eggplant
    Onion and 
    Onion
    Potato
    Potato
    
    Cucumber

Grapes our favorite Fruit.What are it's Benifits?

1) Rich in vitamins A C E K and B complex.

2) Contain minerals like calcium,Iron and potassium.

3) Improves Improve cardiovasculur health and vision

4)MAY REDUCE RISK OF CANCER

5) Help regulate blood pressure and digestion

Figs(Anjur) A dry fruit sold in Garlad form.

What are it's Benifits.

1) Rich in vitamins B6 and C, with antioxident properties

2) High infiber,aiding in digestive health

3) Can help with weight management

4) Lower blood presuure and improve heart health

5)Support bone health and reproductive health

ALMONDS (Badam)

What are the Benifits of this NUT?

1) Support Brain Health and Improve memory.

2) Balance Cholesterol Level

3) Good for Heart Health.

4) Control blood sugar Levels, benificial for DIABETICS.

5) Rich in Protein healthy fats,protein and FIBER.

Benefits of Ground Nut a Poor man's Almond.

1) Prevent heart diseases and reduce the risk of stroke.

2) Lower bad Cholesterol and boost brain power

3) Aid in weight loss

4) Rich in protein.healthy fats and B Vitamins

5) Ground Nuts are immensely rich in potassium,calcium, phosphorous and curbs appetites.

Consuming various types of meat such as chicken, mutton, beef, and pork can provide a range of health benefits due to their rich nutrient profiles. Here’s a summary of the benefits for each type.

[ Big Benifits of Egg.]

2024-04-28T18:29:00.009+05:30

Eggs can provide a number of health benefits. Strong muscles: The protein in eggs helps maintain and repair body tissues, including muscle. Brain health: Eggs contain vitamins and minerals that are necessary for the brain and the nervous system to function effectively.

The discussion on the health effects of eggs has shifted partly because our bodies can compensate for the cholesterol we consume.

And when it comes to eggs, cholesterol may pose even less of a health risk. Cholesterol is more harmful when oxidised in our arteries, but oxidisation doesn't happen to the cholesterol in eggs.

So, are eggs healthy?

Meanwhile, scientists are begining to understand other health benefits of eggs. Egg yolks are one of the best sources of lutein, a pigment that has been linked to better eyesight and lower risk of eye disease, for example.

"There are two types of lutein found in the retina of the eye, where it can protect the retina from light damage by working as a blue light filter, as exposure to light makes the eye deteriorate".

But it’s not just different parts of the egg that researchers have looked into - there is also some research to suggest differences in the nutrition profiles of different types of eggs – although data is limited.

One 2021 study, for example, found that free-range eggs from a small family farm in rural Nova Scotia contained less cholesterol than conventionally-farmed eggs from the local supermarket. Also, a 2022 review of three studies looking at the link between organic egg consumption and health found that eating organic eggs was associated with lower levels of some markers of inflammation in the body.

While researchers are a long way from understanding why eggs affect us differently, the vast majority of recent research suggests they pose no risk to our health, and are much more likely to provide health benefits.

Having eggs for breakfast every day probably isn’t the healthiest option, either – at least as it's recommended we have a varied diet… rather than put all our eggs in one basket.

[ Political Leadership. No2. ]

2024-01-29T11:12:00.015+05:30

Insightful Book on the nature and devolopment of political Leadership in India is indeed wecome,as there is a dearth of published material on the subject matter.

T.S.Mohan,PhD

Foundation for Indian Civilisation Studies,Bangalore.

Say's on the Book in the,'Overall,a commendable effort that hopefully will be taken up by others to build up in a big way.

THE BOOK by J.S Pant & Dr.K.Shamanna.

While 8 in 10 Indians have a a favourable view of PM Modi as stated by US Pew Research Center,most pollsters in India have given the BJP lead NDA a thumbs up for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections,with the opposition Alliance called I.N.D.I.A. dragging and trailing.

INDIA'S POLITICAL LEADERSHIP TODAY AMIDST HOPES,CHALLENGES AND ASPIRATIONS OF THE PEOPLE.

Historically, India's achievements and Challenges of political leadership are well known.Moreover,the political leaders have been committed to democracy and have worked to build a modern nation.However,there are challenges and controversies along the way.

India's political leaders have faced a number of challenges to their efforts to build a strong,modern nation.one of the biggest challenges has been the need to reconcile the countries diverse, regional,culturel,and religious identities.India to a wide variety of ethnic and religious groups,and its political leaders have had to navigate these differences in order to maintain national unity.

[ Political Leadership.]

2024-01-28T20:44:00.004+05:30

Picture: Courtesy: Sri.J.S Pant.

"The India Story of Political Leadership :Deterrent & Not Emerging"

The subject matter of Political Leadership in India is significant and critical for the governance, development and growth of our country . Unfortunately, there is hardly any material or study on the subject.

As things stand today, Political Leadership has been lagging or not being pursued and developed for quite some time, more so after this millennium year. This Book titled "The India Story of Political Leadership" of J.S. Pant and Dr. K. Shammana is the first of its kind published in India, though there are several books on Leaders and Politicians in view of overall economic, political and social developments besides the expansion of various regions, provinces and the federal States.

It is accordingly a modest attempt to highlight the factors & deterrents in the non-emergence of political leadership in India. Then, Constraints, Identity Politics, High Command Culture in Political Parties and Family Outfits operate as Impediments in the Emergence and Propping Up of Political Leaders.

All that we have in our country today is a polity with democracy to which we are bound and committed to follow and practise.

Book Available at : 
Prism Books Pvt. Ltd.
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BSK  II  Stage, BENGALURU 560 070
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Further to the above in the comment it is very important to note the way Sri,Sri.Madhu Neglur, Former AGM Canara Bank,Faculty,Advocate and Author has taken pains to say what is very real the way the authors have said about this Book the ONLY ONE IN INDIA at present.

[ The India Storey of Political Leardershp. ]

2024-01-23T15:38:00.026+05:30

The Editor of the Book who was kind enough to present me the above Book has informed me that the above book is one of it's kind which has no copy or a book of this type written and published with all the 'masala' required for complete information on politics,politician and party that has a leader and a work horse who looks at his party and people not at all much anticipating any solid and sustainable development of the country he lives.

Political Leadership is an endearingly facinating subject that evades thet evades the grasp of political science.It is ironic that political leadership as a subject matter in India has not been thoroughly studied or writen about.

The book you are reading here is "The India Story of political Leadership" is a modest,attempt to highlight the critical factors and deterrents in the non-emergence of political leadership in India.Most people find inhibitions,constraints,reluctence and even resistance to participate in Political Leadership.

As things stand today,Political Leadership in India has not emerged and progressed for quite some time,particularly after milliennium year 2001. It did emerge with the arrival of P M Narendra Modi as national leader,who isnow hailed as a statesman.On the other hand,Political leadership at the level of States/UTs has not evolved and emanated. It has by and large remained the same,excepting for political Dunasts and political Outfits entering into few states.

There is no option or alternatine now,but will have to wait for the reemergence or resergence of political Leadership to come, and reconcile with whatever Leadership is thrown at the national level

This Book is a must read for those who are in Indian Politics, as well as those desires of entering the field,as well as those who form the Electoral Collegs in INDIA.

Madhu Neglur   
Former AGM Canara Bank,
Faculty, Advocate and Author

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This Book is a must read for those who are in Indian Politics, as well as those desires of entering the field,as well as those who form the Electoral Collegs in INDIA.

Madhu Neglur   
Former AGM Canara Bank,
Faculty, Advocate and Author

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[ My Wife and her life at 80, as I see.]

2023-11-27T11:54:00.022+05:30

Yes, that's my Wife. Now 65 years spent with me and has all the charm of her with all the grace that she keeps with all the friends of hers and mine she knows all of my friends (I don't know many of my friends wife's) is her post marriage social lady's group and the family clubs etc... where she was the youngest of all lady's made her learn with senior lady's that helped me look after my job and her job to keep the post of her as family inchage as she looked after me also with most loving care and faithful and also as hard working wife.

I took up blogging after my daughter gave her huge computer table with her Desktop Computer and I started this blog in 1979 when I had a B & W camera so many pictuers are in B & W.

The pictures of family pooja photos that my wife worshiped on Yearly "Navaratri Day" the famous Mysore Royal Festival that is more than 410 years which goes on even in 2023 is gift compulsory that is given to my wife by her Father & Mother when she said good bye to her father,mother,sister & brothers who was with her all the 19 years of her 'LIFE' as the youngest of the family.

THE Light that she keeps lighting on 'Deepavali Day' A day celebrated all over over STATE - Karnataka the old "Royal Family also celebrate" and we celebrate by lighting a small oil Lamp in front of our home"

The "Harald Car" of the one popular small car which was at that time once's fancy,was my fancy:I purchased, after I was promoted from my position as 'Spinning Superintendent'to "Production Manager" in the same mills which was a NTC Mills unit the largest Mill in Karnataka. This Car was used when ever I went with my wife and my little son on a Holoday with my friend Sri.Dilip Kumar Mahalnobis and his wife. My wife and Son are with them in the picture below.

In the picture below is:

One of our Best Vegitarian Hotel was this in Bangalore. This was also very near to our mills HO and my wife's parents home and my own home little more distance from this hotel but in the west, Bangalore's populous Brigade Road in the east was my favorite restaurant which was run by a China man & his people.(Now no more)

[ Theth in Albania.]

2023-07-15T09:26:00.006+05:30

to this country is worth for people who like globe trotters.

Albanians in Albania,Who are they they?, they all once belonged to good old communist country and now it is a independent country.A visit

[Nanotechnology and the Internet of Things: Boosting efficiency and capability. ]

2023-06-17T09:55:00.002+05:30

Jan 09, 2023
Nanotechnology and the Internet of Things: 
Boosting efficiency and capability.

(Nanowerk Spotlight) The Internet of Things (IoT) is a system 
of interconnected physical objects equipped with sensors, 
processors, and other technologies that allow for the exchange 
of relevant data over the internet.

In 1999, British technologist Kevin Ashton coined the term 
Internet of Things to define a network that not only connects 
people, but also the objects around them. According to Ashton, 
“the IoT network integrates the interconnectedness of human 
culture – our 'things' – with the interconnectedness of our 
digital information system – the internet.”
The number of IoT devices is expected to reach 75 billion by 2025, 
generating potentially hundreds of zettabytes of data. This growth 
is enabled by technologies such as cloud computing and big data 
analytics, as well as communication protocols including Bluetooth, 
Wi-Fi, ZigBee, NFC, LPWA, and 5G.

Number of installed IoT devices per person in 2030.

According to forecasts, the number of IoT connected devices 
will grow dramatically to 75 billion in 2025 and a staggering 
125 billion by 2030. At that point, there will be almost 15 things 
connected to the Internet for each human on earth. 
(Source: reply.com)

As billions of 'dumb' inanimate objects have become 'smart' 
(i.e., connected), and billions more are added every year, 
the IoT is now at work all around us. RFID tags track produce 
from harvest to store shelf; GPS systems guide cars, ships and 
planes to their destinations; streetlights dim when there is no 
car nearby; smart room controls turn off heat, air conditioning 
and lights when rooms are unoccupied.

Industries and governments now use IoT to understand consumer 
needs in real time; become more responsive; improve production 
processes and entire factory efficiencies; transform communities 
into smart cities.

Nanotechnology has the potential to impact and improve several 
key components of the IoT

Key components that are essential to the functioning of the 
Internet of Things include sensors and devices, network 
connectivity, data storage and processing, user interfaces, 
and security. Many aspects of these elements can be enhanced 
by nanotechnologies. These include:

Sensors and devices: These are the "things" in the Internet 
of Things, and they are equipped with sensors that can collect 
data about their environment, such as temperature, humidity, 
location, and motion.

Nanomaterials can be used to create smaller, more sensitive 
sensors that are capable of detecting a wide range of parameters, 
including temperature, humidity, pressure, and chemical composition. 
Nanosensors use a variety of nanomaterials to monitor physical, 
chemical, and biological phenomena, and can have advantages in 
terms of sensitivity, response time, and power consumption.
For example, carbon nanotubes and graphene have been used to 
create highly sensitive sensors for detecting gases and pollutants.

One great example of these new types of sensors and how they can be 
used in novel ways is a 'tooth tattoo' sensor that may help 
dentists assess patients' oral health:
tooth tattoo sensor

The sensor (A), attached to a tooth (B) and activated by radio signals 
(C), binds with certain bacteria (D). (Illustration: Manu Mannoor)

The sensor is relatively simple in its construction and made 
up of just three layers: a sheet of thin gold foil electrodes, 
an atom-thick layer of graphene, and a layer of specially 
engineered peptides, chemical structures that “sense” bacteria 
by binding to parts of their cell membranes.

Powering these devices requires energy and researchers are
working on various ways of doing that. For instance, the size 
of the single solar cell used in IoT applications is much smaller, 
and in combination with the lower power input available in low-light 
indoor settings as well as the emission spectra of light sources 
other than the sun, renders the need for high conversion 
efficiency paramount.

A recent progress report compares emerging indoor photovoltaic 
technologies with alternative energy harvesters (piezoelectric, 
triboelectric, thermoelectric, and ambient RF) and provides a 
great overview of this field ("Emerging Indoor Photovoltaic 
Technologies for Sustainable Internet of Things").
As another recent review explains and addresses in great detail 
(Advanced Functional Materials, "Advances in Organic and Perovskite 
Photovoltaics Enabling a Greener Internet of Things"), the requirements 
that solar cells should satisfy to power IoT devices are quite 
different to the ones usually deemed necessary for application 
in outdoor-placed solar panels.

Network connectivity: In order for the sensors and devices to 
communicate with each other and with the wider internet, they 
need to be connected to a network. This could be a local area 
network (LAN), a wide area network (WAN) such as the internet, 
or a combination of both.

Nanostructures can be used to improve network connectivity. 

For instance, nanomaterials such as graphene, quantum dots and silver 
nanowires can be used to create smaller, more efficient antennas and 
other components that are essential for wireless communication. 
These materials have high conductivity and can transmit signals 
over long distances with minimal loss.

Nanoantennas, often made from graphene, can be used for wireless 
communication in the terahertz frequency band and can be consolidated 
with nanosensors using carbon nanotubes.

In addition, nanostructures such as nanoparticles and nanofilms 
can be used to create more efficient and robust wireless communication 
systems, such as those used in satellite and 5G networks.
Well-established nanophotonics technologies will enable the secure 
quantum communication and information networks that are required by 
the IoT. For instance, a recently demonstrated nanoantenna will 
help bring quantum information networks closer to practical use. 
Here, researchers have substantially enhanced photon-to-electron 
conversion through a metal nanostructure, which is an important 
step forward in the development of advanced technologies for 
sharing and processing data.

Conceptual illustration of efficient illumination of photons to 
semiconductor lateral quantum dots, by using a surface plasmon 
antenna and excitation of electrons in the quantum dots
Conceptual illustration of efficient illumination of photons to 
semiconductor lateral quantum dots, by using a surface plasmon 
antenna and excitation of electrons in the quantum dots. 
(Image: Oiwa lab, Osaka University)

Data storage and processing: The data collected by the sensors 
and devices needs to be stored somewhere, and often needs to be 
processed in order to be useful. This is typically done using 
servers and cloud computing resources.

Nanostructures such as nanoparticles and nanofilms can be 
used to create denser, more efficient storage media, such as 
hard drives and memory chips. For example, researchers have 
used nanoparticles to create high-density data storage media 
with a capacity that is several orders of magnitude higher 
than current hard drives.

In addition, nanoelectronics could be used to create faster, 
more powerful processors and other computing components. 
For example, researchers are exploring the use of quantum 
dot technology to create ultra-fast, low-power processors.
Avoiding traditional silicon chips and instead using a fabrication 
technique called transfer printing, researchers have developed 
nanoelectronics stickers specifically for the use with IoT devices. 
These tiny, thin-film electronic circuits are peelable from a surface. 

The technique not only eliminates several manufacturing steps and 
the associated costs, but also allows any object to sense its environment 
or be controlled through the application of a high-tech sticker. 
Watch the video:

User interfaces: In order for people to interact with the IoT 
system, there needs to be some kind of user interface, such as a 
smartphone app or a web-based dashboard.

Nanostructures can be used to create smaller, more portable 
devices such as smartphones and tablets. For example, researchers 
are exploring the use of flexible nanomaterials such as graphene 
and silver nanowires to create bendable and foldable displays.
Smart fabrics could be used to monitor vital signs and provide 
real-time information to users, and could be used for industrial 
purposes to ensure worker safety.

In addition, nanostructures can be used to improve the performance 
and efficiency of displays and other components, such as 
touchscreens, cameras, and speakers. For example, nanoparticles 
can be used to create brighter and more efficient displays, and 
nanofibers can be used to create more powerful speakers.

Security: 

Ensuring the security of an IoT system is critical, as it 
involves sensitive data and the potential for malicious 
actors to compromise the system.

Nanomaterials can be used to create more secure, 
anti-counterfeiting authentication systems, such as 
biometric sensors and nanoscale security features. 
For example, researchers are exploring the use of 
carbon nanotubes for physically unclonable functions.
Another example is an optical microresonator array with 
unreplicable spectral fingerprints to create optical 
patterns that cannot be duplicated. The researchers used 
their technology to create a millimeter-size approximation 
of the Mona Lisa (see image below). This approximation 
contains a unique, embedded fluorescence fingerprint 
that cannot be duplicated.

Optical microresonator arrays of fluorescence-switchable 
diarylethenes depicting the Mona Lisa
Researchers from the University of Tsukuba create 
millimeter-size chips with unique color patterns 
that cannot be forged.

In addition, nanostructures can be used to create more 
robust and resilient network infrastructure, which can 
help to prevent attacks and improve the overall security 
of the IoT system. For example, researchers are exploring 
the use of nanomaterials to create more secure and 
efficient encryption systems, and to create networks 
that are more resistant to interference and jamming.

In terms of terminology, some argue that the Internet 
of Things has given rise to the concept of the Internet 
of Nano Things (IoNT), which is a communication network 
paradigm based on nanotechnology that enables the 
interconnection of nanoscale devices through existing networks.

In other words: the IoNT isn’t that different from the IoT – 
except that is connects nanoscale devices, objects and even 
organisms. For the purpose of this article, we stick just to the IoT.
Specific examples of how nanotechnology is being used to enhance the IoT
Longer-lasting batteries: Nanoparticles can be used to create 
more efficient and longer-lasting batteries for IoT devices. 

For example, mechanical engineers at the University of Maryland 
have demonstrated that using nanotechnology in batteries will 
improve battery performance. This could lead to IoT devices 
with much longer battery life, reducing the need for frequent charging.

More sensitive and accurate sensors: Nanosensors are incredibly 
small sensors that can detect a wide range of physical, 
chemical, and biological parameters. They can be used to 
improve the sensitivity and accuracy of IoT devices, such as 
wearable fitness trackers or environmental monitoring systems. 

For example, researchers at the University of California, 
Berkeley have developed a nanosensor that can detect trace 
amounts of toxic gases and turn your smartphone into a smart 
gas sensor.

Self-powered systems: Self-powered nanotechnology based on 
piezoelectric nanogenerators aims at powering nanodevices 
and nanosystems using the energy harvested from the environment 
in which these systems are suppose to operate. This offers a 
completely new approach for harvesting mechanical energy using 
organic and inorganic materials. These nanogenerators could be 
used to power small, lightweight IoT devices, such as wearable 
sensors, without the need for external batteries.

Enhanced data storage: Nanostructures can also be used to 
improve data storage in IoT devices. 

For example, researchers. 

Researchers developed a new fast and energy-efficient 
laser-writing method for producing nanostructures in 
silica glass. They used the method to record 6 GB data 
in a one-inch silica glass sample. The four squares 
pictured each measure just 8.8 X 8.8 mm. 

They also used the laser-writing method to write the 
university logo and mark on the glass. 

(Image: Yuhao Lei and Peter G. Kazansky, University of Southampton)

Improved wireless communication: Single-layer molybdenum disulfide 
(MoS2) can be used to improve wireless communication in IoT devices 
by increasing the speed and range of data transmission. For example, 
researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed 
flexible radio frequency (RF) transistors operating at GHz performance, 
which very promising for the design of low-power and high-frequency 
flexible RF nanoelectronics systems.

Another example is a tunable, graphene-based device that could 
significantly increase the speed and efficiency of wireless 
communication systems such as the IoT. 

The device, which is only several hundred micrometers 
(around 0.05 cm) long and wide, can be stiff or flexible, 
is easily miniaturized, and uses very little energy. 
In addition to improving the flow of data between 
connected devices, it could extend battery life and lead 
to ever more compact devices. In its flexible state, 
it could be easily used in sensors placed in clothes or 
directly on the human body.

Increased durability: 

Nanoparticles can be used to make IoT devices more durable 
and resistant to wear and tear. For example, researchers 
at Osaka University have developed cohesive circuit protection 
for wearable electronics using self-healing cellulose nanofibers.

Improved data security: Quantum Cryptography is one emerging 
security technology that offers radically new protection measures 
for communication systems. At the heart of any quantum system 
is the most basic building block, the quantum bit or qbit, which 
carries the quantum information that can be transferred and 
processed (this is the quantum analogue of the bit used in 
current information systems). The most promising carrier qbit 
for ultimately fast, long distance quantum information transfer 
is the photon, the quantum unit of light. Already, researchers 
that can operate on a chip at ambient temperatures. Using quantum 
dots, the scientists developed a method in which a single nanocrystal 
can be accurately positioned on top of a specially designed and
carefully fabricated nano-antenna. Such highly directional single 
photon source could lead to a significant progress in producing compact, 
cheap, and efficient sources of quantum information bits for future 
quantum technological applications

Advanced medical devices: Nanomaterials and -structures can be 
used to create advanced medical devices for use in the IoT, such 
as smart pills that can monitor and diagnose medical conditions 
from inside the body. For example, engineering researchers at the 
University of California, San Diego, have developed a battery-free, 
pill-shaped ingestible biosensing system designed to provide continuous 
monitoring in the intestinal environment. It gives scientists the 
ability to monitor gut metabolites in real time.
self-powered ingestible sensor system

The self-powered ingestible sensor system designed to monitor 
metabolites in the small intestine over time. (Image: David Ballot, 
Jacobs School of Engineering, UC San Diego)

Enhanced renewable energy: Nanotechnology can be used to 
improve the efficiency of renewable energy technologies, such 
as solar panels, for use in the IoT. For example, materials 
scientists at the University of California, Los Angeles, have 
developed a highly efficient thin-film solar cell that generates 
more energy from sunlight than typical solar panels, thanks to 
its double-layer design. The cell's copper, indium, gallium and 
selenide (CIGS) base layer, which is about 2 microns thick, 
absorbs sunlight and generates energy on its own, but adding 
a 1 micron-thick perovskite layer improves its efficiency – much 
like how adding a turbocharger to a car engine can improve its 
performance. The two layers are joined by a nanoscale interface 
that the researchers designed; the interface helps give the device 
higher voltage, which increases the amount of power it can export. 
(For more on this read: 

"Perovskite photovoltaics for a greener Internet-of-Things")

Conclusion.
In conclusion, the combination of nanotechnology and the 
Internet of Things has the potential to bring significant 
benefits and improvements to a wide range of applications. 

Nanotechnology can enhance the performance and capabilities 
of IoT devices by enabling the creation of smaller, more 
efficient, and more versatile sensors, antennas, and processors. 

These improvements can lead to greater accuracy, energy efficiency, 
and versatility in a variety of applications, including healthcare, 
industrial monitoring, and environmental sensing.

However, there are also challenges and limitations to using 
nanotechnology in the IoT, including the cost of production, 
communication and processing limitations, and susceptibility 
to physical damage and interference. To overcome these challenges, 
it will be important to continue researching and developing 
strategies for addressing these issues, as well as exploring new 
IoT-relevant applications and technologies that can take advantage 
of the unique capabilities of nanotechnology.

Overall, the intersection of nanotechnology and the IoT holds 
great promise for the future, and it will be interesting to see 
how these two technologies continue to evolve and intersect in 
the coming years.

Michael Berger By Michael Berger – Michael is author of 
three books by the Royal Society of Chemistry:

Nano-Society: Pushing the Boundaries of Technology,

Nanotechnology: The Future is Tiny and Nanoengineering is The Skills 
and Tools of Making Technology Invisible

Copyright © Nanowerk LLC

[Automatic Dosa Making Machine. ]

2023-05-31T20:10:00.003+05:30

https://youtu.be/czeWzpyetO8

Click on the link above to view Table top Machine rooling out Hot Dosa's at the rate of 1 DOSA per minute.

[The DENIMS of everyone globally. ]

2023-05-31T11:03:00.006+05:30

Origins of “Jeans” & “Denim”

Jeans date back to 1567 with the introduction of the word “genoese” or “genes” to describe the tough twill trousers worn by merchant sailors from the Italian coastal city of Genoa.

Levi Strauss & Co.

Denim as we know it today originated in 1860, when Levi Strauss & Co., 
which was making work pants out of a stiff canvas fabric, added 
serge de Nîmes to its product line at the request of customers 
wanting a softer, less chafing fabric.

 

In 1873, Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis patented their riveted work 
pant that kept the pocket and seams from bursting when doing heavy 
work. Denim was the staple of farm and industrial wear throughout 
the late 1800s and mid-1900s. It still retains the title of America’s 
favorite work pant today.

History of Denim

Denim in Fashion

During the 1950s, young America discovered blue jeans and the 
industry exploded in the United States. Blue jeans went from 
being sold as solely a work and utility fabric to capturing the 
interests of the fashion-conscious public.

This fashion soon spread to other cultures and denim became more 
than just a piece of fabric, it grew into a social statement. 
Companies like Levi Strauss and H.D. Lee quickly responded when 
American and European teenagers embraced denim jeans as embodying 
the “Elvis” or “James Dean” look.

Elvis Presley wearing denim in the movie Jailhouse Rock

Elvis Presley, Jailhouse Rock

James Dean wearing blue jeans in the movie Rebel Without a Cause

James Dean, Rebel Without A Cause

Characteristics of Denim

The basic denim jean gets its unique character 
from its yarn, indigo dyestuff, weaving and 
design, and washes and technical finishes.

Like other fabrics, denim can be dyed, washed down, 
chemically finished, or mechanically finished.

Chemical finishes can include the application of such 
substances as DP or durable press, softeners, stain 
repellents, water repellents, and others.

Mechanical finishing can include brushing, sanding, 
laser etching, color discharge, and many other novel effects.

These effects are made possible by the special character 
of denim yarns, the special character of indigo dyed yarns, 
specialized garment processing machinery, denim garment 
washing and finishing processes, denim garment overdyeing, 
and denim garment functional finishing.

Denim Yarn

The final look and feel of a denim garment depend in 
large part on its yarn. Yarn can range from soft to firm, 
even to uneven, weak to strong. The yarn’s twist direction 
and level of twist also impact the final effect of garment 
finishing as does the choice of ring or open-end spun yarn. 

In recent years, advances in the production of effect yarns, 
such as slub, accent, and stretch yarns have also played a 
part in developing new looks. With denim, yarn evenness is 
important. Even yarns provide a smooth surface that washes 
down or abrades to a uniform shade. Uneven yarns that vary 
in thickness result in great variations in shade. In fact 
with some abrasion finishing processes, thick areas can be 
abraded down to the white yarn core of the indigo dyes while 
the thin areas might be hardly abraded at all.

Yarn twist has a similar impact on color and abrasion results. 
Low twist yarns are softer and tend to wash down or abrade more 
rapidly than higher twist yarns. Yarn twist also affects fabric 
hand, stiffness, strength, skew, cover, drape, appearance, and 
other characteristics. Another yarn characteristic that impacts 
finishing is size including the mixture of yarn sizes in a single 
fabric. Varying yarn sizes will affect finishing in a way similar 
to that of slub yarns. Slub yarns are yarns spun to have long and 
thick effects in them with subs in either the warp, filling, or both. 
Open-end and ring-spun yarns can both obtain slub effects.

Indigo Dye

Indigo dye is one of the most important factors affecting the 
look of denim. When indigo dyes are used, it gives the denim 
fabric a unique ability to fade in color after repeated laundering.

Indigo dye originated as a vegetable dye from the Indigofera 
tinctoria plant from India and Africa thousands of years ago. 
An indigo-dyed robe was found during an excavation in Egypt and 
is estimated to have been made around 2500 B.C.

In the Americas at the same time, a different type of indigo plant, 
Indigofera suffruticosa or Indigofera erecta, was used to make 
Natal indigo dyes. It was an important dye for the Mayan people 
who used it to paint their sacrifices prior to scarification as 
well as dyeing the royals clothing.

In the cooler climates of the world, like Europe, indigo was also 
produced from the Isatis tinctoria, or woad plant, and Polygonum 
tinctorium, also known as dyer’s knotweed.

In 1878, German chemist Adolf von Baeyer invented the first 
synthetic indigo dye. In fact, indigo was the first synthetic 
indigo dyestuff. By 1914, almost 95% of the natural indigo 
trade had disappeared. Today, synthetic indigo dyestuff accounts 
for essentially 100% of all denim products.

Indigofera tinctoria plant, also known as true indigo

Indigofera tinctoria (true indigo)

During the 1980s, there was a designer jean craze with many 
styling variants. This phase ended in the 1990s when 
Levi Strauss & Company created the “Back to Basics” slogan. 
This began the revival of the ringspun denim but by the mid-90s, 
the designer jean craze had resurfaced with many companies 
producing their own brands. Now, advances in finishing techniques 
especially garment processes and fabric technology have created 
a high-tech denim jeans market.

Indigo dye yields a deep, bright shade of blue but with a low 
affinity for cotton, and as a result, it can be easily washed 
down in mill processing. Even the most state-of-the-art synthetic 
versions of indigo have an improved cotton affinity. Ring-dyed 
cotton is the key to many current denim garment finishes. 
Ring-dyed or white core cotton refers to yarn that is dyed 
with indigo in such a way as to keep the core of the yarn white. 
The white core is clearly visible. Without this ring-dyed effect, 
many of the most popular denim garment looks would not be possible 
but with proper cloth construction, dyeing, garment manufacturing, 
and finishing techniques, denim continues to take on fresh new looks.

Source:

https://www.cottonworks.com/en/topics/sourcing-manufacturing/denim/denim-history/

[ The Real Kerala Story ]

2023-05-21T21:06:00.013+05:30

I stayed in Kerala for 5 years.

Kerala,a Jewel in India's crown,unfolds a remarkable 
tale of social harmony,equitable growth,and progressive 
values. With the unique model of inclusive development

Kerala has emerged as an exemplar of people-centrist 
progress.Here,compassion and social justice drive policies that 
empower marginalize communities and foster equal opportunities 
for all, Kerala shines as beacon of progressive ideals, where 
every voice matters and the spirit of unity paves the way for 
a brighter future.Discover the real story, where dreams thrive,
and humanity under flourishes under the 
Pinarayi Vijayan Government, which celebrates its 
second anniversary.

INNOVATIONS:

India's First Super FabLab.
India's First Digital University.
India's First Graphene Center
India's First Digital Science Park.
India's First Water Metro.
Digital India Platinum Icon award for
its Digital Workforce Management System.

INFRASTRUCTURE

The only Indian State that funded
land acquisition(Rs.550 Crore) for NH
development.
First and only state to provide to provide
electricity to every household.
A Rs,3,000 Crore investment was made for the
modernization of Govt schools.
The first state to declare internet access
as a people's right and initiated the K-Fon project
which broadband connections aManthan  in 1,050 infrastructure 
development projects.

HEALTHCARE.

Winners of India Today's Healthgiri
Award for the best Covid vaccination drive
in the country.
Winner of centre's Arogya Manthan Award for
providing the highest number of free treatments
in 2022.
State with the lows maternal and child mortality
rate.
Rs.55,330 Crore allocation for health sector
in the last five years.

TOURISM AND GLOBAL RECOGNITION

Selected as one of the 52 must visit places in 2023 bt the New York Times.

SOCIAL WELFARE

Vayoshreshtha Samman' for Best Elderly Care in 2021
Rs.11,600 per month as social welfare pension
to 62 lakh beneficiaries.
Distributed land titles to 2.99 lakh landless people.
3.39 lakh houses for homeless families under the
LIFE Mission Housing project.
Allocated healthcare aid from CMDRF to 6.8 lakh people.
Near Universal coverage of the Public Distribution
System that serves 95 lakh  ration card holders.
Distributed 3.5 lakh priority ration cards.

Source:

THE TIMES OF INDIA,Bengaluru SATURDAY,MAY 20, 2023,Page 5.

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[ SRI LANKA’S EASTER BOMBINGS : LESSONS FOR Others.]

2023-05-16T21:41:00.002+05:30

SRI LANKA’S EASTER BOMBINGS : LESSONS FOR Neighbourers?.

Source:

June 11, 2019 By Col Anuraag Singh Rawat, SM

The scenic island country of Sri Lanka was thrown into turmoil on Easter Day (21 April 2019) last month when eight bomb blasts ripped through multiple cities and locations including three Churches and high end hotels. With a death toll of more than 255 and nearly 500 injured1 it is one of the bloodiest bombings witnessed by the region. The Islamic State has taken credit for the bombings and released a video and photographs claiming ownership of the bombers. While the investigations are in the preliminary stages and the hunt for additional bombers and their accomplices is still on, there are.

In the aftermath of the tragedy, emergency was declared while the Sri Lankan security forces swung into action and launched a nationwide hunt for the perpetrator’s accomplices, claiming that two previously little-known local Islamist groups - National Thowheed Jamath (NTJ) and Jamathei Millathu Ibraheem - whom they suspect had international links were responsible2, with cleric Zahran Hashim as the mastermind. Relatives of the Islamist preacher Zahran Hashim, were infact among the 15 people killed on 26 April when police raided a house in the eastern town of Sainthamaruthu.3 The Islamic State meanwhile released photographs of the alleged bombers with Zahran Hashim and claimed credit for the bombings.

Regional Impact

While news of ignored intelligence warnings with specific attack based information having been ignored surfaced and the political divisions between the Sri Lankan President and Prime Minister are being attributed for the lackadaisical response to the intelligence inputs given by India,there are certain other lessons that need to be studied and corrected, if required, in the countries of the region. The region is no stranger to terrorism, with Afghanistan – Pakistan being a hotbed for the same. The specter of terrorism has also raised its head in India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia and Maldives, to name a few. In addition most of the countries in the region have had people going out of the country to fight for the Islamic State and thus would have people who have returned or are trying to do so.

The countries in the region thus, in varying numbers, definitely have people who have been indoctrinated by the Islamic State’s Salafist ideology and these same people given the right conditions would certainly be looking at spreading the ideology. The response and reaction to dealing with this menace by the countries of the region has been diverse - from the incredulous / disbelieving and denying any presence of Islamic State in the country, like Sri Lanka’s reaction till the Easter bombings to the muscular approach adopted by the Philippines4.
While the Islamic State of Khorasan(ISK) in Afghanistan, is actually controlling territory, though heavily contested by both the security forces and Taliban, the more dangerous Islamic State affiliates are groups which are invisible and thus below the radar of the intelligence agencies due to their low profile and covert extremist activities. They assume prominence only after carrying out deadly terrorist attacks, like the NTJ in Sri Lanka or the Neo JMB or Jamaat-ul Mujahideen in Bangladesh. Overall it is expected that the threat posed by these groups would increase with return of youth who have fought in Syria and Iraq. Therefore a multipronged strategy is essential to target the Islamic State to avoid their spillover in other countries, including India. The countries of the region, including India, can thus learn some important lessons from the evolving situation in Sri Lanka.

Emerging Lessons. The Islamic State may no longer hold territory physically in Syria Iraq but its presence in cyberspace and its affiliates worldwide continue to proliferate and grow. The Islamic State has managed to position itself as an ideology rather than simply another terrorist group and its presence in the region seems to be growing. In some countries like Afghanistan and Philippines very openly and in others silently but surely, as is evident from the Easter bombings. It is quite clear that countries cannot adopt an ostrich like approach to the problem of the Islamic State and pretend that it doesn’t exist, because they don’t want it to exist. There is thus a need to address the problem of Islamic State/ religious indoctrination head on, holistically and jointly.The Islamic State and its affiliates is a transnational group and events are proving that cross border assistance by the groups in terms of training and resources were most likely provided. Indian intelligence agencies deserve kudos for having provided timely and specific intelligence.

Thus it is a fact that such intelligence was available in India and the ‘who’ and ‘why’ should be a point to be further investigated5. Similarly other nations in the region need to coordinate with the Lankan investigators to see if any tell tale evidence emerges pointing towards their countries. In fact Islamic State has claimed for the first time, that it has established a “province” in India, called “Wilayah of Hind”6,, though on ground this is likely to be just for propaganda value, but it may help them in attracting more followers. This proclamation is also likely to see from now on, the Islamic State trying to take credit and own the terrorists actions happening in the Valley /country.

The lack of a credible intelligence sharing mechanism between the countries of the region has clearly emerged as one of the strongest lessons of the present tragedy. As per reports despite Indian agencies giving specific inputs about the likely targets and perpetrators the intelligence was not given due importance and not disseminated at the right levels. This could be because it lacked credibility and ignoring it was possible. All this may have been avoided if there was an effective intelligence sharing mechanism in place necessitating it to be dealt in an appropriate manner and level. Is it time to have an organization in the region looking primarily at security issues something like the Shanghai Cooperation Organization? This is necessitated primarily due to the ineffectiveness of the present groupings owing to the Indo – Pak issues. Maybe a new securityinitiative can be structured by India either keeping Pakistan out or making sure that the rules ensure that the agenda cannot be hijacked by it.

An operation of the magnitude and precision as that of the Lanka bombings required careful planning, coordination, training and most importantly constant indoctrination. All this when translated into time meant that the preparation for an operation of this type would have been carrying on for months, if not over a year, and would definitely have thrown up some indicators. It is a matter of intelligence failure that the Sri Lankan agencies failed to home on to these indicators possibly due to, not taking the menace of indoctrinated zealots seriously and this is something which other countries of the region can ill afford. If Sri Lankan investigations further substantiate the Islamic State link to the National Thowheed Jamath and Jamathei Millathu Ibraheem, two relatively unknown local groups, then the Islamic State seems to be repeating a modus operandi it has used earlier in other countries (The Holey Artisan Bakery incident of 2016 in Bangladesh though the Bangladesh Government claims Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen had no links to the Islamic State.

The Sri Lankan Government’s handling of the situation post the bombings, has been decisive and proactive. While it was clear that dysfunctional political relationship between the President and PM had exacerbated the situation, declaration of emergency, banning of social media, employing the Armed Forces to supplement the police force, getting both the Christian and Muslim community leaders on the same page to deal with the aftermath were all praiseworthy steps which seem to have yielded results and stabilized the situation. In addition a new counter terrorism legislation is being prepared to deal with the facets of international terrorism. The Sri Lankan Prime Minister has gone on record saying that, even though Sri Lankan authorities were aware of Sri Lankan jihadists who had returned from Syria, the country’s laws prevented action being taken. Such loopholes, if existing in other nations, also need to be plugged.

Conclusion.

Terrorism comes in many forms and is constantly evolving. Terrorists misusing religion for indoctrination and achieving their goals has been prevalent for decades if not centuries. However with increase in connectivity due to Social Media and its silent overarching reach, it is becoming more and more difficult to detect the ongoing indoctrination and even more difficult to stop it. Nations thus have to empower their security agencies with laws, powers and more importantly political support. Today’s terrorists cannot be fought in isolation since the web/ social media knows no geographical boundaries. Thus it is very essential to have a synergized and collaborative effort with the other countries while dealing with the menace, especially in the region. Maybe it is high time that the region bonds together, atleast to fight the scourge of terrorism and establishes a vibrant and effective multinational grouping in the region specifically looking at security aspects.

References

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-asia/sri-lanka-attacks-death-toll-rises-to-257/articleshow/69141704.cms

The Times of India World dated 02 May 2019 acessed on 05 May 2019.


https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-48163237  Sri Lanka 
attacks: Public urged to surrender swords and knives BBC News. 4.
May19 acessed on 05 May 2019.3

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/apr/27/sri-lanka-20-killed-as-police-raid-suspected-bomber-hideout,

Sri Lanka bombings: at least 15 killed as police raid suspected hideout,The Gaurdian 27 April 2019, accessed on 06 May 2019.4.

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/09/world/asia/isis-philippines-jolo.html “How ISIS Is Rising in the Philippines as It Dwindles in the Middle East” The New York Times dt 09 March 201, accessed on 10 May 2019.

5. https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/after-sri-lanka-blasts-nia-raids-3-places-in-kerala-in-connection-with-isis-module-case-1512181, 28 April 2019 accessed on 10 May 2019.6. https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/islamic-state-claims-province-in-india-for-first-time-after-clash-in-kashmir/article27102694.ece,

Reuters accessed on 12 May 2019.

7. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2018/07/24/asia-pacific/crime-legal-asia-pacific/eight-extremists-charged-2016-islamic-state-claimed-bangladesh-cafe-attack-left-22-dead/, accessed on 10 May 2019.

[ Networking observability in System's in 'Digital Textile Mills'. ]

2023-04-22T18:18:00.030+05:30

I spent my professional life in various Textile Mills in India from 1957 till 2003 and retired as MD of a textile mill.

This blog of mine has; all my achievements and incidents of family life and as a proud father, it gives me immense pleasures to record my son's achievements in USA in his chosen professional path as'Fellow' at CISCO where he invented many patents.

As'Chief Scientist' in CUMULUS Networks which was a Startup, he thought and he planed his future as he saw his work at CUMULUS had taken, a place in Networking and his decision to quit CUMULUS was not accepted and his company a Startup "Stardust Enterprises" got delayed a bit but is now in top gear.

He has now CEO of his owncompany "Stardust Systems" a firm in NETWORKING Management,SF, USA.

He is also author of 3 Books on Networking.

The Textile Industry of the world has made tremendous in roads in processing of fiber to fashion wearable designer fabrics to industry needs and technical textiles. The developed countries are in need of all sorts of textiles for use in defense needs. Complete processing from fibers to processing including packing and other needs of consumers have led to technology and innovation to complete automation in every textile mills.

I am trying to find out how a textile industry of the future will be and weather there will be "Networking Engineers" in these Textile Mills.

Once this Industry was called the "Mother of all Industry".

Picture of my son, Dinesh G Dutt, CEO, Stardust Systems. USA.

"SuzieQ"- Being one consulting wing of Stardust Systems, "Project".

What is SuzieQ

SuzieQ

SuzieQ is the first open source, multi-vendor network observability 
platform application. It is both a framework and an application using that 
framework, that is focused on improving your understanding of your network. 
We define observability as the ability of a system to answer either trivial 
or complex questions that you pose as you go about operating your network. 
How easily you can answer your questions is a measure of how good the system's 
observability is. A good observable system goes well beyond what is normally 
considered monitoring and alerting. SuzieQ is primarily meant for use by 
network engineers and designers.

SuzieQ:

    Gathers data using an agentless model using either SSH or REST API as the 
    transport. We gather data from routers, bridges and Linux servers. 
    We support gathering data from Arista EOS, Cisco's IOS, IOS-XE, and IOS-
    XR platforms, Cisco's NXOS, Cumulus Linux, Juniper's Junos(QFX, EX, MX 
    and SRX platforms and Evolved OS), Palo Alto's Panos (version 8.0 or higher) 
    and SoNIC devices, besides Linux servers.
    Normalizes the data into a vendor-agnostic format.
    Stores all data in files using the popular big data format, Parquet.
    Exposes via a CLI, GUI, a REST API, or via Python the analysis of 
    the data gathered using easy, intuitive commands. The output 
    can be rendered in various formats from plain text to JSON, 
    CSV and Markdown.

With the applications that we build on top of the framework we want 
to demonstrate a different and more systematic approach to thinking 
about networks. We want to show how useful it is to think of your 
network holistically.

You can join the conversation via slack. Send email to Dinesh with 
the email address to send the Slack invitation to.

We're also looking for collaborators to help us make SuzieQ a 
truly useful multi-vendor, open source platform for observing all 
aspects of networking. Please read the collaboration document for 
ideas on how you can help.

SuzieQ Architecture

Picture - courtesy-https://www.stardustsystems.net/suzieq/

Get SuzieQ Support
Enterprise Support
suzieq AT stardustsystems DOT net
Slack
Join the Suzieq Slack channel for community support etc.
Suzieq Documentation
Documentation for Suzieq Open Source Edition

[ The Phone numbers are not given in Invoice by Amazon.]

2023-04-17T18:40:00.006+05:30

All air conditioning and refrigeration systems, like any other machine, depreciate with time. And if not properly maintained, they progressively lose efficiency, consume more power, and drain your profits.

Without regular maintenance an air conditioner loses its original efficiency steadily every passing year. It is common knowledge that these inefficiencies accelerate in the absence of adequate monitoring and maintenance, thereby causing a lot of inconvenience.

The good news however, is that you can recover most of that lost efficiency through regular maintenance. Studies show that with regular tune-ups a unit will maintain up to 95% of its original efficiency. This means that the cost of a periodic tune-up is recovered very quickly in savings on your monthly power bill and reduced running and repair costs.

What they say is nice but they do not care how their selling agents plan to get servicing done. The phone numbers given in their (Blue Star) Website does not even Ring. 1800 209 1117 & 1860 266 6666

[ Idli & Vada - South India's all day Food. ]

2023-04-06T22:37:00.001+05:30

By Anita Rao Kashi 30th March 2023.

  One morning in early February, The New York Times' wildly 
  popular crossword puzzle had this clue: "Along with lentils, 
  one of the two main ingredients in idli". For Indians 
  and those familiar with Indian cuisine, it was a no-brainer. 
  The answer, of course, was "rice".

Idli, a palm-sized steamed rice cake with fermented urad dal 
  (de-husked split black lentil), is ubiquitous in India, 
  especially in the south. By itself, idli tastes bland, 
  but it can be paired with almost anything, from pickles 
  to relishes and even ketchup, though is usually accompanied 
  by coconut chutney and sambar (a spicy lentil and 
  vegetable gravy).

[jump to recipe]

It's one of the simplest and unfussiest Indian breakfasts 
  but can be eaten at any time of day or night. To see it 
  turn up as a crossword clue halfway across the world was 
  indeed acknowledgement of its pervasiveness.

Like many South Indians, nutritionist and wellness consultant 
  Sheela Krishnaswamy ate idli growing up and considers it to 
  be an easy, healthy meal. "It's a combination of rice and dal, 
  which not only gives energy but also provides good quality 
  protein," she said. "When accompanied by vegetable sambar 
  or green chutney, it can be a good meal, not just for 
  breakfast. It also makes for an easy packed lunch."

The dish is such a staple that in many South Indian 
households there's always a container of idli batter 
in the fridge that can be rustled up in a jiffy. Idli 
is also readily available outside the home, hawked on 
street corners, offered on quick service restaurant 
menus and served at hotel breakfast buffets. Of late, 
idli has even transcended borders – according to a 2019 
Uber Eats survey, outside of India, London eats the most 
idlis, followed by San Francisco. There's even a day 
dedicated to it: 30 March, 
which was designated World Idli Day in 2015.

Despite its ubiquity, the dish's origin is hazy. 
The 920 CE Kannada text, Vaddaradhane, a book of 19 
stories of local ascetics, mentions the word iddalige, 
from which idli is believed to be derived. Similar dishes 
are described in Lokapakara, a 1025 CE guide for 
common people, and Manasollasa, a 1130 CE encyclopaedic 
socio-cultural Sanskrit text. In A Historical Dictionary of 
Indian Food, published in 1998, food historian and nutritionist 
KT Acharya posits that an Indonesian fermented dish called 
kedli could be the precursor to idli, having been brought 
to India between the 8th and 12th Centuries by the cooks 
of Hindu Indonesian kings who travelled back and forth 
between the two countries in search of brides.
Vedant Pawar - is the chef of Banglore's newly 
opened ADDA 1522 (Credit: ADDA)



Over the centuries, idli has evolved. There are versions 
made with oats, ragi (finger millet), wheat, tapioca, 
barley and other grains. There are idlis stuffed with 
vegetables, greens and even spicy masalas and curries. 
For meat-lovers, there are prawn, chicken and mutton options.

The newly opened ADDA 1522, a retro-themed pub in Banglore's 
Halasuru neighbourhood, offers classic idli as well as a few 
creative iterations. Chef Vedant Pawar grew up in Karwar 
(a coastal Karnataka town on India's west coast) but rarely 
ate idli as a child, though has come to appreciate it now. 

"When I moved to Mumbai for college, I tasted idli with 
tomato chutney made by a friend and I was hooked."

Pawar was so hooked that he wanted it on his menu. 
"I like idli because of its versatility. Be it with a 
simple podi (a condiment made with lentils and spices) 
or with chicken curry, it tastes equally good," he said. 
"Besides, it is packed with nutrients and can suffice as 
a meal in itself… It is one of my go-to foods." 

In addition to regular steamed idli, he also serves crispy, 
  fried triangle-shaped idli that are perfect as bar nibbles, 
  as well as idli stuffed with spicy minced meat.

Pawar's idli batter is a bit different than what most 
  home cooks would make, in that he ferments the lentil 
  paste and soaks the idli rava (coarse ground par boiled 
  rice) separately, rather than mixing the two and allowing 
  the whole batter to ferment.
Chef Vedant Pawar's idli at ADDA 1522 (Credit: ADDA)

Idli recipe
By Vedant Pawar 

Makes 25

For this recipe, you'll will need an idli steamer (a large, 
lidded stainless-steel vessel with round depressions or moulds 
into which the batter is poured) or a basic pressure cooker 
without the pressure regulator inserted.

Ingredients

1 cup urad dal (dehusked, split black gram/lentils)
2 cups idlirava (coarse ground parboiled rice)
1 tsp salt
neutral oil (like vegetable oil) for greasing

Method

Step 1
Wash the urad dal thoroughly till the water runs clear. 
  Soak in 2 cups of water for 2-3 hours, until the 
  dal can easily be crushed between your thumb and finger.

Step 2
Drain the soaked dal, transfer to a blender or food 
  processor and grind with 2-3 tbsp of water to make 
  a smooth paste. If it sticks, add a little more water, 
  spoon by spoon. Transfer to a large bowl, cover, and 
  leave in a warm place to ferment for at least 8 hours 
  or overnight so that the paste doubles in volume.

Step 3
Wash the idli rava thoroughly until the water runs clear. 
  Soak it in 4 cups of water in a large bowl for at least 
  8 hours over overnight. In the morning (or after 8 hours), 
  drain the idli rava completely, making sure to squeeze out 
  as much water as possible. Add the drained idli rava to 
  the fermented dal paste. Add the salt and mix thoroughly 
  with a whisk to form a thick batter; ideally it should be 
  thicker than pancake batter. 

Step 4
Fill the idli steamer with about 4cm (1 ½ inches) of water 
  and bring to a simmer. Grease the idli moulds, preferably
  with a neutral oil. Stir the fermented batter briskly and ladle 
  it into the moulds till just below the brim. Repeat for each 
  idli steamer plate, then slide the plates onto the stand and 
  place the stand in the steamer. Close the lid and steam the 
  idli for 12-15 minutes, depending on size. The idlis are done 
  when a knife inserted into the centre comes out clean.

Alternatively, if you are using a pressure cooker, 
  fill the cooker 
  with 4-5 cm (2 in) of water. Grease thick, 
  heatproof cups (about 
  125ml or ½ cup), preferably with a neutral oil. 
  Stir the batter briskly and ladle into the cups about 
  ¾ full. Place in the pressure cooker, close the lid 
  and steam 12-15 minutes, until a knife inserted in the 
  centre of an idli comes out clean.

Step 5
Remove the stand from the steamer (or remove the cups from the 
  pressure cooker) and wait for two minutes before scooping out 
  the idlis with an idli spoon or a flat spoon. Serve with coconut 
  chutney and sambar.

Note:
Idli rava is widely available in Indian/Asian stores. 
  Alternatively, 
  wash any short-grained rice and soak for 4 hours, 
  then drain and dry 
  completely. Coarse grind the dried rice to the 
  consistency of semolina before using.

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[ How to forgive yourself.]

2023-04-05T22:24:00.002+05:30

Finding it hard to move past a hurtful mistake? With these steps toward repair and renewal, you can do and feel better.

By Nathaniel Wade & Marilyn Cornis

Need to know
After several months of therapy, Joe shared that he carried a burden he was hesitant to talk about. With some encouragement, he admitted that he had been treating his four-year-old daughter terribly.
He described how typical events such as trying to get his daughter ready for daycare had triggered his anger, leading him to handle her roughly – like grabbing her arm or yelling at her. Joe shared other behaviours that he was ashamed of, such as losing his cool and just walking away while she was crying in the bathtub. Although he was often a supportive and loving father, Joe (whose name, along with some other details, have been altered here for anonymity) knew that these actions had hurt his daughter and his family. He wasn’t sure if – or how – he could forgive himself.

Most of us can look back on our experiences and recall, often with great regret, times when we hurt others or did something that violated our values. Many people find it hard to forgive themselves for one or more of these instances, carrying around a considerable burden of guilt. In our clinical work and research on self-forgiveness, we have spoken with individuals who’ve struggled with a broad range of offences: marital infidelity, patterns of angry outbursts, physically and verbally fighting with teenage children, manipulating and stealing from others as a result of drug and alcohol dependencies, abandoning family or friends when they were in need, and more.

Grappling with what you’ve done wrong prior to forgiving yourself can be a good thing – feelings of guilt can motivate you to make amends and change any entrenched behaviours. However, sometimes self-forgiveness seems painfully out of reach. If this is the case for you, you might be having thoughts like ‘I don’t deserve to forgive myself,’ or ‘I deserve to be punished.’ Or, you may find it hard to forgive yourself for other reasons: because you just can’t gather the courage to face what you have done, for example, or because you want to prove to the other person just how sorry you are.

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