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September 29, 2002, Chandigarh, India
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Protein-rich soya, a must in Indian diet
THE American Soybean Association (ASA), a non-profit organisation, dedicated to global promotion and expansion for the market for soya, recently organised an event at Hotel Inter Continental in the Capital to create awareness about the health benefits of soya. The Association has been working closely with various co-operative associations as soyabean processors, distributors and soya food manufacturers. A CD-Rom presentation highlighted the use and importance of soya consumption. The presentation incorporated the views of Dr S.C. Manchanda, Professor and Head of the Cardiology department at AIIMS, Delhi, Professor Tara Gopaldas, Director Tara Consultancy, Bangalore and other medical experts. Soya dishes as almond milk, soya moong dal halwa, shabmani pulao, tofu green and chicken with soya nuggets were also served during the event.
Dr Suresh Itapu, Technical Director, ASA, said that soya must be added in the Indian vegetarian diet. “Since the Indian population is predominantly vegetarian, it becomes all the more important for them to take a diet rich in protein. Soya contains 35 to 40 per cent protein compared to 20 to 30 per cent available in other legumes and can easily met the protein requirement of a vegetarian diet. Research has proved that Soya can control and prevent diseases like cancer, diabetes, heart attack and osteoporosis. Mr Virgil Miedema, Regional Director, ASA, said that despite the obvious benefits of Soya, there is lack of awareness or understanding among South Asian countries about the availability of different soya products in the market or its benefits. “A health claim issued by the US food and Drug Administration certifies that consumption of 25 grms of soya protein per day with a diet low in saturated fatty acids may reduce the risk of heart diseases by reducing cholestrol.”
For years now, beauty care has been serious business for Madhuri. During her foreign visits, she looked for unique beauty tips and recipes that would improve her hair and skin. Her quest continued through reading and interacting with women and beauty experts in Asia, America and Europe.
Although, she had been dreaming of sharing her rich collection of beauty tips with her fans and admirers, she needed the right expertise and support. In Emami, the herbal and Ayurvedic FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) conglomerate, she found the right platform to translate her dreams into reality. “I met Mr
R. S. Agarwal, co-chairman of Emami by chance. Ewe shared an intense passion for herbal products. He was enthusiastic about supporting me creative pursuit in beauty care and that too on my terms-herbal products of international standards and that too at affordable price. When I discovered the 5000-year-old Chinese herb Ginkgo, it was like hitting a goldmine. You cannot imagine what miraculous benefits it has for the skin. This herb is used in very expensive cosmetics abroad,” Madhuri says.
New unit at Koshi Herbochem Remedies India (Pvt.) Limited, a Kolkata-based company, is setting up a manufacturing unit at Koshi near Delhi to cater to the growing demand for its products in North India. The Koshi manufacturing unit will focus on the manufacture on Asmon, a herbal formulation for bronchial asthma. Asmon was invented by a group of scientists led by Dr Samir Bhattacharya from the Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (IICB), Jadavpur, Kolkata, a national laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. It has already received the drug licence and the trade mark registration is pending. CSIR has applied for the global patent rights. Since its launch in April last year by CSIR Director General, Dr R.A. Mashelkar, Asmon is being sold in Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Delhi, Haryana, Orissa, Uttar Pradesh and many part of Uttaranchal. At present, Asmon is being manufactured at Herbochem’s factory in Kolkata. The company claims that Asmon is a plant-based product without any side-effects. Its main ingredients are Basak, Dudhi, Kamini, Jowan, Lobongo, Latakasturi, Surabhi Neem, Pusitoa and Madhu. It is available in syrup and capsule. The company has drawn attention to the fact that about 15 to 20 million persons in India are suffering from asthma. According to the World Health
Organisation report on asthma 2001, about 100 to 150 million people the world over suffers from asthma.
Arthroscopic
surgery Indraprastha Apollo Hospital organised a symposium on the latest advancements in replacement and arthroscopic surgery techniques of shoulder and elbow joints here on Wednesday. The workshop focussed on issues as recurring dislocation of the joint, impingement syndrome, rotator cuff tear, frozen shoulder and sports injuries. The symposium was organised by Dr Raju Vaishya, Senior Consultant, Orthopaedic Surgery, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital and was addressed by internationally renowned shoulder surgeon,
Prof Simon Frostick of University of Liverpool (UK). Prof Frostick explained the surgical techniques through live demonstrations to over 200 surgeons from all over the country. He explained the intricacies of arthroscopy (keyhole surgery) and arthroplasty (total joint replacement) of the shoulder and the elbow. Arthroscopy of the shoulder is immensely beneficial in cases involving recurrent dislocation, rotator cuff tear (especially common in the elderly) and periathritis (stiffness of the joint). Arthroscopy of the elbow helps in cases involving inflammation of the elbow joint, undiagnosed pain and swelling and sports injuries. Speaking at the workshop, Dr Vaishya said, “In the recent past, there has been a gradual upsurge in the number of complications of the upper limb joints where surgical intervention is necessary. Till now, the surgical expertise and requisite infrastructure was limited to US and countries in Europe, but now it is available at select centres in the country.
Ooh, aah and
ozone Ozone Ayurvedics recently launched Kwik cream, an Ayurvedic natural preparation, which promises quick relief from pain and inflammation. Kwik contains Mahanarayana, Vishgarbha and Brihatmasha oil, Capsaicin, an effective counter irritant, oil of Gaultheria and Eucalyptus oil. Kwik is priced at Rs 29 and is available throughout the country. The company manufactures products in plants in Guwahati and Himachal Pradesh. |
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Escorts
holds heart check-up camp New Delhi, September 28 The camp, organised by the Escorts Heart Institute and Research Centre, on the premises of the Patiala House Bar Association was led by senior consultant, Dr R. R. Kasliwal. The attendees were tested for detection of ailments like high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease and congenital heart disease. The tests conducted at the camp included blood pressure check, ECG, blood sugar and echocardiography. Dr Kasliwal pointed out, “More than a disease, heart ailments should be considered a lifestyle disorder. With the increase in stress levels and growing dependence on cigarettes, alcohol and fast food, our youngsters are prone to heart ailments as are the old people”. He added, “We need to understand the importance of diagnosing heart ailments before they reach the stage where the damage cannot be reversed. Regular check-ups and a healthy lifestyle can reduce the chances of a person getting heart ailments considerably”. The Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court, Mr Justice S. B. Sinha, who was also present at the camp, thanked the doctors for their initiative and hoped that such camps would be organised in future to reach out to a wider section of the community. |
Air Force down Hans Club New Delhi, September 28 Striker Kalyan Pal opened Air Force’s account a minute after the start of the
second session. Substitute Franci scored the second goal in the 52nd minute. IAF have collected 9 points from three matches while Hans have logged four points from three matches. Youngmen scored their third successive victory when they defeated Royal Club by a solitary goal at the Ambedkar Stadium. Vijay Kumar scored the all-important goal in the 15th minute. Youngmen have nine points from three matches while Royal have secured three points from two matches. Uttrakhand Club defeated Victory Club 3-0 at the Nehru Stadium West ground. H S Chauhan and Deepak Giri (2) were the goal-scorers. Shastri Club were held to a goalless draw by Ahbab. Panchkuian beat Delhi Tigers 2-0. Sudan and Surinder Bisht were the goal-scorers. Pawan of Delhi Tigers was shown the Red Card for rough play. Nivia defeated Timarpur 3-2 in a closely-fought match. Rajiv (2) and Kapil were the scorers for Nivia while Amit struck a brace for Timarpur. Sunday’s fixtures: Royal Rangers vs NJA (1.30 pm); Delhi Cantt vs Uttranchal (3 pm)—Ambedkar Stadium. Indian Air Force (Palam) vs Golden Stars (1 pm); Victory Club vs Young Boys (2.30 pm); Youngsters vs Ashoka Club (4 pm))—Nehru Stadium West ground. Lodhi AC vs Punjab Heroes (1 pm); Hans vs Garhwal Heroes (2.30 pm); Collegians vs Veterans (4 pm)—Nehru Stadium East ground. |
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ESPN to launch ‘Legends of Cricket’ New Delhi, September 28 Legends of Cricket will be telecast Monday through Friday from 8.30 pm to 9.15 pm. The first episode will cover 25 cricket legends, ranked 50 to 26, and the subsequent episodes will focus on each of the top 25 individual cricketers, starting with Allan Border and serialised in a count down to the number one cricket legend of all time, Sir Don Bradman. Apart from the rare never-seen before footage, each episode also offers views and comments by the legends themselves as well as others. |
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Don Bosco beat Salwan New Delhi, September 28 Scores: Salwan Public School (Evening):
109 all out in 33.2 overs (Mohit Negi 39, Naman Khanna 3 for 10, Vikram Mahajan 2 for 11, Rameez Niyamat 2 for 25, Akhil Deewan 2 for 35).
Don Bosco School: 110 for 3 in 21.2 overs (Ankit Lal 33 n o, Vikram Mahajan 23, Mohit Negi 2 for 30). |
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West Delhi win in Rameshwar Trophy New Delhi, September 28 Scores: West Delhi Cricket Academy:
166 for 8 in 35 overs (Kunal Banerjee 27, Puneet Bisht 22, Amit Anand 3 for 33, Pradeep Chaudhary 2 for 34).
JKG Senior Secondary School: 114 all out in 24.4 overs (Pradeep Chaudhary 24, Ankush Anand 3 for 24, Arun Dhankar 2 for 16, Bhupinder Lingwal 2 for 18). Amit shines Fierce bowling by leg-spinner Amit Mishra (6 for 13) helped Lal Bahadur Shastri Club trounce Dena Bank by 92 runs and entered the final of the second C L Gupta Memorial Cricket Tournament for the Prem Lata Trophy at the Mohan Meakins ground, Mohan Nagar. Amit Mishra was adjudged the Man of the Match. Scores: Lal Bahadur Shastri Club:
215 for 5 wickets in 40 overs (Dilip TT 84, Rajan Gupta 77 n o, Sanjay Rawat 24, Kartar Nath 2 for 44). Dena Bank:
123 all out in 29.1 overs (Soumik Chatterjee 34, Kapil Mehta 32, Sanjay Sharma 20, Praveen Thapar 2 for 21, Amit Mishra 6 for 13). |
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Mira Model School lift volleyball title New Delhi, September 28 Bhai Joga Singh Girls School won the girls title, defeating Government Girls School No.1, Tilak Nagar 25-13, 25-17, 25-21. Rajani of Tilak Nagar Govt School was declared the best player of the tournament. Former marathon international and assistant director of sports, Delhi Government, Asha Aggarwal gave away the prizes. |
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Rakesh stars for Shalimar New Delhi, September 28 The match was inaugurated by president of the Lions Club Mukesh Aggarwal. Scores: New Friends Club: 162 all out in 30.2 overs (Ravi Yadav 36, Ankit Kumar 29, Sanjay Rawat 2 for 25). Shalimar Club: 164 for 1 (Rakesh Yadav 54 n o, Rajender Bisth 50, Rajiv Kumar 1 for 25). |
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Emami Ltd, known for its personal and health care products has launched its much-awaited Madhuri Dixit range of herbal hair and skin care products.
Emami will market the range under the brand ‘Beauty Secrets of Madhuri’. The product basket comprises first ever two coloured skin cream and talc with wonder herb Gingko blended with Liquorice, world’s first three layered light herbal hair oil comprising amla, almond and castor, India’s first sunscreen shampoo comprising Jojoba oil from Mexico, cool shampoo with Chamomile and Vetiver to refresh the scalp and extra shine shampoo made of Sage and Almond for women.