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In Sanatan Dharm, Bhagwan Shiv is known to consume the poison which came out during Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Oceans). Thus, it’s customary to offer whatever is poisonous to Bhagwan Shiv and the whole process is termed as “Rdurabhishek”. So the Hindus offer milk over Shivling (Sanskrit for a symbol of Shiv) during the month of Shravan as it is considered akin to a poison by the science of Ayurveda. Come to the scientific aspect of pouring milk over Shivling, but before coming I must underscore that science is an ongoing process of exploration. Thus, I can only that much unfold, what is known to date. So, why one should waste milk Firstly, it not only milk but some other ingredients also included in the whole Abhishek, which is a Sanskrit term denoting a devotional activity of giving a Holy bath to a deity. It literally means “to cleanse.” Before starting the ritual, a devotee washes his hands and pours water over the Ling. These include Gingelly oil, Panchaamrit (a mixture...

In recent years, I've been struck by the prevalence of posters urging regular vitamin D check-ups. Surprisingly, I've noticed that very few people actually maintain optimal vitamin D levels. This raises two possibilities: either there has been a sudden decline in vitamin D levels for which no satisfactory explanation has been provided, or this situation is part of a larger narrative. Vitamin D has long been debated due to its dual classification as both a vitamin and a hormone. Unlike traditional vitamins, which must be obtained from external sources, vitamin D is synthesized by the body. This unique characteristic complicates its classification and raises questions about our understanding of its role in health. A comprehensive article delves into the biochemical and metabolic aspects of vitamin D, shedding light on its importance. The purpose of this text is to present these facts clearly and analytically, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their vitamin D...

Consistent Decline in Male Potency: Does Sitting and Dress Matter? Research has shown a notable decline in male potency over recent years, especially in sperm quality and quantity. This issue is evident not only in scientific studies but is also commonly observed in everyday life and affects many people. The Indian Express highlighted this trend seven years ago, and it remains a growing concern ( 1 ). In this discussion, I will focus on two significant factors contributing to the decline in male potency: sitting habits and clothing choices. You might wonder why only these two factors, given that there are several others, such as alcohol, smoking, and obesity, that also play a role. The reason I’m highlighting these two is because they directly negate the very purpose of the testicles being located outside of the body: to maintain a lower temperature for optimal sperm production. The scrotum’s role in temperature regulation is vital to male reproductive health. When sitting for lo...

Soft drinks are usually considered as a non-alcoholic beverage which captured some 40% market size in beverages industries. They are usually known as soda drink which is basically carbonated water with added salts, flavors, and colors. In India, over the past two years, the soft drink industry has seen a value growth of 11% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) and a volume growth of 5% CAGR. In total, 1.25 billion people in the country drink 5.9 billion liters of soft drinks in a year. This makes India’s per capita soft drinks consumption large, but luckily, just 1/20th of that of the U.S [ @ ]. Nevertheless, the main concern is what are the reasons, who compelled a common man use it without any narcotic nor any healthy reason. there must be some very subsentential reason to answer the question as to why soft drinks are easily available at every market, even a market of a small village. But since is not the jurisdiction of the present post, so I would like to conclude by sayin...

A balanced diet is the sum of all foodstuff, which can efficiently cater to the nutritional requirement of the human body. Such a balanced diet is usually obtained from surrounding natural resources including plants and animal. In fact, it is a very big issue and can’t deal in such a small volume, even the present issue shall try to put a scientifically justified account about the availability of balanced diet around us, how to take care of all body’s requirements. 1-       Nutritional Requirements of Body   In fact , the nutritional requirement of the body varies at different point of time and depends upon age sex and physical or mental input. Chemically, the requirements are classified in various groups, like protein, carbohydrate, lipid, vitamins, and minerals. Fig, 1: Nutritional requirements (please see in zoom view) a-      Proteins It is important to understand that much protein is not required, instead of s...

Overweight and  Obesity It is one of the most important root cause of the health problem, which society has purchased involuntarily, due to their lifestyle. Obesity increases the likelihood of various diseases and conditions, particularly cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, certain types of cancer, osteoarthritis, and depression [ ʘ ʘ ]. This is the height of paradox, that nonscientific dieting is one of the important cause of overweight and obesity. According to WHO, the fact sheet is placed below. • Key facts •Worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since 1975. Overweight is the 6 th most important risk factor contributing to the overall burden of disease worldwide. 1.1 bn Adults and 10% of children are now classified as overweight or obese.  [ ʘ ] •In 2016, more than 1.9 billion adults, 18 years and older, were overweight. Of these over 650 million were obese. •39% of adults aged 18 years and over were overweigh...