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Anthraquinone Rich Cassia Fistula Pod Extract Induces IFIT1, Antiviral Protein

2018

Author(s): Naresh D, Bharne D , Saikia P, Vindal V

The aim of present study is to identify Cassia fistula pod rich with anthraquinones extract (CF) to induce IFIT1 antiviral protein. Therefore, CF is extracted by soxhlet extraction process.

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A study was conducted to understand trends in the conservation of the locally adapted critically endangered radish landrace ‘Newar ’ (Raphanus jaunpurensis sp. nova.), conventionally grown in certain saline areas of Jaunpur city, Uttar Pradesh for use in salads, and for other traditional household uses, as well as the sale of fresh roots and seeds.

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Role of Indigenous Knowledge In Sustainable Development

2018

Author(s): Sultana R, Muhammad N and A.K.M. Z.

This study attempts to review the role of indigenous knowledge in sustainable development, to find out the list of most used indigenous knowledge and to find out the sectors of contribution of indigenous knowledge.

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The Scope of Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) Use in Historical Conservation in India

2018

Author(s): Singh M, Mamania D, Shinde V

This paper deliberates upon the utilization of Cannabis sativa L. (hemp) plant from the ancient period to its present use to regulate green house impact.

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Comparative Analysis of Grain Quality and Nutraceutical Properties of Selected Rice Varieties from Kerala

2018

Author(s): Shylaraj KS, Nadh SG, Chandran SK

The study revealed that the bran is rich in RBO and antioxidants like oryzanol, tocopherol and tocotrienol which may contribute to its high therapeutic value. The study recommends minimum polishing of these rice varieties during milling for consumption purpose. As the bran is rich in fibre and micronutrients like Fe, Cu, B and S, it should be utilized for the preparation of value added products like biscuits, baby foods, breads, etc. for healthy human consumption. The study envisages an urgent need for the utilization of the huge quantity of rice bran oil and as component of other food products.

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The main aim of the survey was to identify and collect information regarding the availability and consumption of underutilized leafy vegetables by the tribals and local people of Jharkhand. Plants were identified with their botanical names based on local names and after considering the literature on the flora of Jharkhand and Bihar.

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This documentation research work aims to explore the biological and pharmacological properties of the local name of the medicinal plants used by both male and female from indigenous knowledge for the treatment of reproductive ailments and also for confirmation and to address the class of secondary metabolites present therein.

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Minimum Support Price of Minor Forest Produce (MFP) and its sustainable harvest: a social safety measure for MFP collectors in India

2018

Author(s): Sharma JV, Yogesh Gokhale Y, Jain N, Lele Y, Tyagi A

The implementation of MSP will help in sustainable forest management, sustaining livelihood of MFP collectors, mitigating climate change, contributing towards Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) targets from the forestry sector, and improving the quality of forests.

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Traditional Knowledge and Heirloom Root Vegetables: Food Security in Trans-Himalayan Ladakh, India

2018

Author(s): Chorol S , Angchok D, Angmo P , Tamchos T, Singh RK

This study elaborates the role of heirloom vegetables coming down from generations to generations into the life support system of native Ladakhi highlanders (in the trans-Himalaya region of India).

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The aim of this study was to find clinical relevance and use of TCAM in the management of diabetes and hypertension on the African continent. To achieve our aim Google scholar, web of science, Pub-med and Cochrane library electronic databases were searched for the period 2000-2017 using specific keywords related to the study.