1 Garlic is a bulbous plant; grows up to 1.2 m in height. Garlic is easy to grow and can be grown in mild climates. There are different types or subspecies of garlic, most notably hard neck garlic and soft neck garlic. Allicin (allyl 2-propenethiosulfinate or diallyl thiosulfate) is the principal bioactive compound present in the aqueous extract of garlic or raw garlic homogenate. When garlic is chopped or crushed, alliinase enzyme is activated and produce allicin from alliin (present in intact garlic). Other important compounds present in garlic homogenate are 1 -propenyl allyl thiosulfonate, allyl methyl thiosulfate, (E,Z)-4,5,9-trithiadodeca- l,6,11-triene 9- oxide (ajoene), and y-L-glutamyl-S-alkyl- L-cysteine. The adenosine concentration increases several-fold as the homogenate is incubated at room temperature for several hours. Another widely studied garlic preparation is aged garlic extract. Sliced draw garlic stored in 15-20% ethanol for more than 1.5 year is refereed to aged garlic extract. This whole process is supposed to cause considerable loss of allicin and increased activity of certain newer compounds, such as S-allyl cysteine, sallylmercaptocysteine, allixin, N-0 -(Ideoxy- D-fructos- 1 -yl)-L-arginine, and selenium which are stable and significantly antioxidant. Medicinally used, garlic oil is mostly prepared by steam-distillation process. Steam-distilled garlic oil consists of the diallyl, allyl methyl, and dimethyl mono to hexa sulfides. Onion is ditto family. Garlic and its preparations have been widely recognized as agents for prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. The wealth of scientific literature supports the proposal that garlic consumption have significant effects on lowering blood pressure, prevention of atherosclerosis, reduction of serum. Several clinical studies showed that garlic reduced blood pressure in more than 80% of patients suffering from high blood pressure. Many *in vitro* and *in vivo* studies have suggested possible cancer-preventive effects of garlic preparations and their respective constituents. Garlic has been found to contain a large number of potent bioactive compounds with anticancer properties, largely allylsulfide derivatives. Different garlic derivatives have been reported to modulate an increasing number of molecular mechanisms in carcinogenesis, such as DNA adduct formation, mutagenesis, scavenging of free radicals, cell proliferation and differentiation as well as angiogenesis. The growth rate of cancer cells is reduced by garlic, with cell cycle blockade that occurs in the G2/M phase. Although experimental studies demonstrated a clear hypoglycaemic effect of garlic, the effect of garlic on human blood glucose is still controversial. Metformin and Garlic treatment in diabetic patients for 12 weeks reduced fasting blood glucose (FBG), but the percentage of change in FBG was more substantial with metformin supplemented with garlic than with metformin alone.
2 Vastu sastra is not just a joke embedded with silly notions as attributed here. Simply stating there are so many faculty in the architectural study of Vastu-sastra. So if writing over let it be narked as FOR -HUMOUR. In the compilation of the Vāstu-lakṣaṇas <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/lakshana#hinduism>—a systematic presentation of the original material under scientific heading of art drawn from some leading and more popular texts however, I have tried to study practically all the easily available texts. Thus a kind of presentation of all these texts, is already there. A casual review of all these texts however, is called for, for more informative an analysis. Let us first tabulate the more popular and important works of Vāstu or Śilpa Śāstra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/shilpashastra#vastushastra>. Let us take those belonging to the Viśvakarmā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vishvakarma#vastushastra> or Nāgara <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/nagara#vastushastra> school of Hindu architecture: 1. Viśvakarma-Śilpa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/shilpa#shilpashastra> 2. Viśvakarma-Prakāśa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vishvakarmaprakasha#hinduism> 3. Viśvakarma-Vāstuśāstra. 4. Sanat-Kumāra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/sanatkumara#shilpashastra>-Vāstuśāstra 5. Samarāṅgaṇa-sūtradhāra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/sutradhara#vastushastra> 6. Yukti-kalpataru <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/yuktikalpataru#vastushastra> 7. Aparājita-pṛcchā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/aparajitapriccha#vastushastra> 8. Vāsturāja-vallabha <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vallabha#hinduism> 9. Prāsāda <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/prasada#vastushastra> -maṇḍana 10. Rūpa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/rupa#vastushastra>-maṇḍana 11. Rajasiṃha-Vāstuśāstra 12. Bhuvana <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/bhuvana#vastushastra>-pradīpa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/pradipa#hinduism> 13. Bṛhacchilpa-śāstra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/shastra#vastushastra> 14. Mānasollāsa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/manasollasa#hinduism> 15. Manuṣyālaya <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/manushyalaya#vastushastra>-candrikā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/candrika#hinduism> 16. Vāstu-Vidyā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vastuvidya#vastushastra> 17. Vāstu-ratnāvalī <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/ratnavali#hinduism> 18. Paurāṇika <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/pauranika#hinduism>-Vāstuśāntiprayoga 19. Vāstu-muktāvalī <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/muktavali#hinduism> 20. Vāstusaṃgraha 21. Vāstusāra (in Prākṛta <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/prakrita#hinduism>) *N.B*.—The following 14 books are also attributed to Viśvakarmā 1 Aparājita <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/aparajita#shilpashastra>-pṛcchā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/priccha#hinduism> by Bhuvanadeva 1. Kṣīrārṇava-śilpa of Viśvakarman <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vishvakarma#vastushastra> 2. Jaya <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/jaya#shilpashastra>-pṛcchā 3. Vāstuśāstra 4. Viśvakarma-mata <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/mata#hinduism> 5. Aparājita-prabhā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/prabha#hinduism> or Viśvakarma-saṃhitā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/samhita#hinduism> 6. Āyatattva 7. Jñānaratna-koṣa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/kosha#hinduism> 8. Vāstu-prakāśa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/prakasha#hinduism> 9. Vāstu-vidhi <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vidhi#hinduism> 10. Vāstuśāstra 11. Vāstusaṃgraha 12. Vāstu-samuccaya <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/samuccaya#hinduism> 13. Viśvakarmīya ( D N Shukla is the authority on Vastu sastra) 3 Only flights that regularly fly directly across the Pacific Ocean are westbound flights from the west coast of the United States to Australia — and these flights can be up to 14 hours long. KR IRS 13 8 23 On Sun, 13 Aug 2023 at 13:21, 'gopala krishnan' via KeralaIyers < [email protected]> wrote: > *CULTURAL QA 08-2023-13* > > *Q1 How can you prevent a kitchen sink drain from getting clogged > with food particles?* > > A1 Gopala Krishnan,Former Assistant General Manager 1996-2004 at > Department of Telecom (1966–2004)Just now > > I am answering from Chennai, India. In this area we get *stainless steel > meshed cups* which will fit in to kitchen sink in place of normal drain > cover. We remove the normal one comes with sink with this one. *All solid > items will remain in sink, only waste water will go down*. These things > are taken and put in a thick plastic cover inside kept inside the dustbin. > Dip tea bags, coffee powder after taking out decoction etc are put only in > this bag. Remains of cut vegetables are put in this bag. > > These bags are collected by corporation workers every day, along with > building tax, waste removal charges are collected. > > Further, the waste water goes to a soak pit. Another pit is taken to a > depth above 4 feet, R C C two feet diameter circular rings are inserted. *The > soak pit is connected by a 2 inches diameter pipe to this pit at bottom.* > > All water will come through the pipe to this pit and absorbed to earth. > Small stains will remain in the soak pit which has to be cleaned after 3–4 > years. > > *By the above the sink will be clean and not clogging.* > > *Q2 What is the salary of an IIT professor?* > > A2 DS Prabu, Senior Manager in Chennai Mar 1 > > The salary of an IIT professor can vary depending on their experience, > qualifications, and the specific IIT they are employed at. As of 2021, the > salary structure of an Assistant Professor at IITs is as follows: > > *The pay scale ranges from Rs. 70,900 to Rs. 1,01,500 per month.* > > In addition to the basic pay, they receive a *grade pay of Rs. 8,000 per > *month > and various other allowances. > > *Associate Professors and Professors at IITs have higher pay scales, > ranging from Rs. 1,01,500 to Rs. 2,20,200 per month for Professors, and Rs. > 1,39,600 to Rs. 2,11,300 per month for Associate Professors*. > > It is important to note that *these figures are subject to change and may > vary depending on the specific IIT *and the government policies in place > at the time. Additionally, these figures do not include other benefits and > perks such as housing, medical facilities, and retirement benefits that are > also provided to IIT faculty. > > *Q3 How did Shivaji Maharaj die?* > > A3 Rachna Sharma, Teacher Jul 27 > > Shivaji died around 3–5 April 1680 at the age of 50, on the eve of Hanuman > Jayanti. *The cause of Shivaji's death is disputed. British records > states that Shivaji died of bloody flux being sick for 12 days.* > > In a contemporary work in Portuguese, the Biblioteca Nacional de Lisboa, *the > recorded cause of death of Shivaji is anthrax.* However, Krishnaji Anant > Sabhasad, author of Sabhasad Bakhar, the biography of Shivaji has *mentioned > fever as the cause of death of Shivaji*. > > Putalabai,the childless eldest of the surviving wives of Shivaji committed > sati by jumping into his funeral pyre. Another surviving spouse, Sakwarbai, > was not allowed to follow suit because she had a young daughter. *There > were also allegations, though doubted by later scholars, that his second > wife Soyarabai had poisoned him in order to put her 10-year-old son Rajaram > on the throne.* > > After Shivaji's death, Soyarabai made plans with various ministers of the > administration to crown her *son Rajaram rather than her stepson Sambhaji* > . > > *On 21 April 1680, ten-year-old Rajaram was installed on the throne.* > > However, *Sambhaji took possession of Raigad Fort after killing the > commander, and on 18 June acquired control of Raigad, and formally ascended > the throne on 20 July.* > > Rajaram, his mother Soyarbai and wife Janki Bai were imprisoned, and > Soyrabai executed on charges of conspiracy that October. > > Q4 What acid is present in garlic? > > A4 Weightslossdiet, Health Director | Loving Father | Business > Director Jul 7 > > *Garlic, known scientifically as Allium sativum,* contains several > compounds that contribute to its unique flavor and potential health > benefits. One of the key components responsible for the pungent taste and > aroma of garlic is *allicin, which is formed when garlic is crushed, > chopped, or chewed.* > > *Allicin is not naturally present in whole garlic cloves but is produced > when alliinase enzymes come into contact with alliin, a sulfur-containing > amino acid* *present in garlic.* When the garlic clove is damaged, the > alliinase enzymes convert alliin into allicin through a chemical reaction. > The release of allicin gives garlic its characteristic odor and flavor. > > *Allicin is an organosulfur compound that possesses antimicrobial > properties and is believed to have various health benefits*. However, it > is important to note that allicin is relatively unstable and quickly > degrades upon exposure to heat, oxygen, and other environmental factors. > *Therefore, > the beneficial effects of allicin might not be fully realized during > cooking or processing of garlic.* > > Apart from allicin, garlic also contains other sulfur compounds, such as > diallyl sulfide, diallyl disulfide, and diallyl trisulfide, which > contribute to its taste and potential health benefits. These sulfur > compounds are formed through the breakdown of allicin and other precursor > compounds during the storage and aging of garlic. > > Garlic also contains a variety of other bioactive compounds, including > flavonoids, phenolic acids, and enzymes, which contribute to its potential > health effects. For example, garlic contains the flavonoid quercetin, which > has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, garlic > contains small amounts of vitamins C and B6, selenium, and manganese. > > The health benefits associated with garlic consumption are widely studied > and include potential antimicrobial, cardiovascular, and anticancer > effects. However, it is important to note that the research on garlic's > health benefits is ongoing and not all claims have been conclusively proven. > > In summary, the key acid present in garlic is allicin, which is formed > when garlic is chopped, crushed, or chewed. Allicin is responsible for the > pungent taste and aroma of garlic and is believed to contribute to its > potential health benefits. However, allicin is relatively unstable and > quickly degrades upon exposure to heat, oxygen, and other environmental > factors. Garlic also contains other sulfur compounds, flavonoids, phenolic > acids, and enzymes that contribute to its taste and potential health > effects. The health benefits of garlic are widely studied but not all > claims have been definitively proven. > > *Q5 Why, in the Quran, does Allah refer to Himself as we?* > > A5 Fatima Zahra Mansouriya, Studied Information Systems and > Technology (Graduated 2010)5y > > That's a good Question. > > I can tell you, why: > > *Islam is a strictly monotheistic religion*. It believes in and adheres > to uncompromising monotheism. It believes that God is one, and unique in > His attributes. In the Quran, God often refers to Himself using the word > ‘We’. But this does not mean that Islam believes in the existence of more > than one God. > > In several languages, there are two types of plurals, one is a plural of > numbers to refer to something that occurs in a quantity of more than one. *The > other plural is a plural of respect.* > > a. In the English language, the Queen of England refers to herself as ‘We’ > instead of ‘I’. This is known as the ‘royal plural’. > > b. Rajiv Gandhi, the ex-Prime Minister of India used to say in Hindi "Hum > dekhna chahte hain". "We want to see." ‘Hum’ means ‘We’ which is again a > royal plural in Hindi. > > c. Similarly in Arabic, when God refers to Himself in the Quran, He often > uses Arabic word: ‘Nahnu' meaning ‘We’. > > It does not indicate plural of number but plural of respect. Tawheed or > monotheism is one of the pillars of Islam. The existence and uniqueness of > one and only one God is mentioned several times in the Quran. For instance > in Surah Ikhlas, it says : > > "Say He is Allah the One and Only." [Quran 112: 1] > > *My note- The royal family members in Kerala* address themselves in > plural. They will say Nammal paranjallo( we told) but means I told > > *Q6 Which is better for jewellery, white gold or platinum?* > > A6 Men of Platinum: Platinum Jewellery for Men Wed > > *When considering the ideal metal for your precious jewellery, it's > essential to weigh the unique attributes of each option*. Most people > know from the beginning what their preference is for metal colour. If > you’ve decided you like the look of a white metal, then there is one more > choice to make and that is to decide between *Platinum and White Gold.* > > Although both, Platinum and white gold, may look similar in appearance, > Platinum’s lustre, strength, purity, and durability are legendary and > unparalleled. Read on to discover the qualities that set platinum apart > from White Gold: > > Appearance: > > *Platinum is a naturally white metal*. Unlike White Gold which does not > exist naturally, instead it is achieved when *Gold is mixed with other > metals and then plated with rhodium to appear white.* > > Over time its white mask will fade to reveal a yellow tinge. But if you > look closely at a piece of well-loved Platinum jewellery, you will notice a > satiny finish on the surface that has developed over time. This change in > texture is known as “Patina.” Undeniably true to itself, Platinum will > always maintain its naturally white colour. > > Purity: > > When compared with the Gold alloys commonly used in jewellery, *Platinum > contains a higher concentration of its elemental metal*. Pure Gold is > known as 24K but is much too soft and malleable to be worn in most > jewellery. So, it must be alloyed with other metals. White or yellow 14K > Gold contains only 58.5% of the actual metal and *18K contains 75%*. > Naturally durable yet malleable, > > *Platinum need only be mixed with the smallest amount of other Platinum > group metals to create an alloy that can be moulded, cast, and shaped into > the world’s most elegant jewellery*. Platinum jewellery consists of 95% > pure Platinum – one of the highest standards of purity in precious > jewellery. > > *A Pt950 mark stamped on Platinum jewellery signifies its purity and > authenticity*. With minimal use of other ingredients, Platinum’s purity > also lends jewellery a natural white sheen that transcends time and never > fades. *Many White Gold alloys appear slightly yellowish because they > contain gold, and the color of pure Gold is yellow*. The more Gold used > in an alloy, the yellower it appears. 18k white gold, which is 75% pure, > appears less white than 14k white gold, which is only 58.3% pure. > > Durability: > > *Platinum's remarkable durability and resistance to wear make it > exceptionally well-suited for jewellery that withstands the test of time > without thinning*. It is highly resistant to corrosion, tarnishing, and > wear. White Gold while durable is more susceptible to scratches and wear > and tear. Platinum is merely displaced, Gold actually loses small slivers. > > Absolute Density: > > *Platinum is extremely dense*. One cubic foot of Platinum weighs in at “a > little more than 1,330 pounds,” according to precious metals investor I. M. > Vronsky, making it 11% heavier than gold. This density has made it a > favourite among those who appreciate the feel of a weightier piece of > jewellery. *This very weight and density make Platinum more durable than > any other precious metal. *Resilient to its core, Platinum jewellery does > not change shape or wear away even after a lifetime of use, making it truly > everlasting. > > Hypoallergenic: > > *Platinum is a noble metal (does not react to* elements) and is naturally > hypoallergenic, non-reactive and non-corrosive. Platinum jewellery’s 95% > purity ensures that these natural properties of the metal extend to > jewellery making it extremely safe for its wearer. > > *White gold, on the other hand, is an alloy of Gold mixed with other > metals such as nickel, palladium, or zinc, to give it a white colour.* > Certain alloys that are commonly used in the making of White Gold jewellery > can cause allergic reactions in some individuals. > > Maintenance: > > *Platinum requires less maintenance as it does not tarnish or lose its > colour. White Gold on the other hand may need periodic rhodium plating to > maintain its bright white appearance, which adds to the maintenance cost.* > > With so many advantages over other metals, it’s no surprise that Platinum > enjoys a rich heritage. Found in a few places on the planet, it takes the > hands of a select few craftsmen to turn this rare element that came to > Earth two billion years ago into precious jewellery. > > For more information on Platinum, and to explore the entire collection of > Men of Platinum, visit www.menofplatinum.com > > Platinum Jewellery for Men - Platinum Rings, Bracelet, Chains & Pendants... > > Men of Platinum delivers platinum jewellery. Our platinum collection of > rings, bracelets, chains and pendants ma... > <http://www.menofplatinum.com> > > > My note- Till date banks give only Gold loan and not platinum loan. Will > they change to platinum loan also? > > *Q7 Why don’t planes fly over Pacific Ocean?* > > A7 Vishnu Ravi, Aerospace Engineer | Aviation Enthusiast & > Content Creator Updated Aug 4 > > Most commercial airlines that operate between East Asia and the Americas > steer *clear of traversing* the Pacific Ocean, primarily due to > exorbitant expenses, apprehensions regarding safety, and unpredictable > atmospheric conditions. Let me elucidate the reasons behind this > avoidance: > > *Elevated Expenditures The vastness of the Pacific* Ocean necessitates a > larger fuel supply, thereby escalating the overall costs incurred by the > airlines. While it is plausible for the airlines to compensate for this by > charging passengers higher fares for such long-haul journeys, this approach > may lead to a multitude of disgruntled customers, causing airlines to > suffer a decline in sales. > > Safety Apprehensions The remote nature of the Pacific Ocean renders it a > less secure option for airline travel when compared to the Indian and > Atlantic Oceans. This factor significantly heightens the likelihood of > accidents or crashes. > > Moreover, *in the event of an emergency, the Pacific Ocean lacks suitable > landing sites* such as airstrips or airports on many of its small > islands, thereby posing considerable challenges in finding a viable place > for an emergency landing. *Furthermore, the Pacific Ocean's notorious > weather patterns, frequently characterized by thunderstorms, further > contribute to its unsuitability for air travel.* > > *Adverse Weather Conditions The Pacific Ocean is renowned for its > turbulent weather conditions and frequent thunderstorms*, which pose > inherent dangers to planes navigating through its airspace. Given this > perilous scenario, airlines would prefer to circumvent such storms > altogether, opting to avoid turbulence and ensuring passenger comfort. > > *curved Flight Paths Commercial flights typically* adopt curved routes > over expansive landmasses rather than traversing the Pacific Ocean > directly. This strategy is employed due to the fact that these curved > routes, contrary to what one might expect, actually offer shorter > distances. It is important to acknowledge that flat maps can be misleading > as they fail to account for the Earth's spherical shape. Consequently, > straight routes do not provide the most efficient distance between two > destinations. > > *In essence, the majority of airlines refrain from flying over the Pacific > Ocean due to the significant costs* involved, safety concerns, and > unpredictable weather conditions. Instead, they opt for curved flight > paths over landmasses, which not only saves time and fuel but also bolsters > profitability. > > *Additional Information* > > *There is something called ETOPS which restricts planes to fly long > durations over sea.* *Earlier we were operating mostly four engine > aircraft which used fly over pacific. In case of one engine failure the > other three will take care.* > > *Slowly, to save fuel they introduced three engines and now they fly twin > engine aeroplane.* *Now problem is if an engine fail in twin engine > aircraft, how to complete the flight. So Extented Twin Engine Ops rules > came into force.* > > Whenever an aircraft is designed, the manufacturers announce the duration > of ETOPS, which is given in minutes. *Whenever twin engine aeroplane flys > over oceans and deserts and if it experience an engine failure, how much > time the plane can fly safely to land in an aerodrome*. So the flight > plan is prepared accordingly. Be it 120 mts, 180 mts Or more according to > design value. The aircraft is also subjected to strict inspections before > undertaking the flight. > > *Q8 What are the common vastu shastra tips?* > > A8 Olamma Pg,Former Software Developer at Sonata Software > (company)5y > > Few Vastu tips: > > Never leave your plate as it is after dinner for next morning. At least > put water. It’s better if we clean and keep it. > > Never keep dust bin in front of main door. Person entering into the house > should not see dust bin. > > My note- We can keep a little away from gate. Corporation workers collect > from entrance only in Chennai. > > Never give milk, fire with your neighbor in evening sunset time. > > Leave center of the house empty, if not at least some space (may 2 sq.ft > or more ) so that fresh air can circulate inside the house. > > My note- On this principle earlier natumittam/ kootam was in homes. > However latest homes in kerala provide a central area empty. However > appearance of homes is not appealing with this central area empty homes. > > Don’t keep broomstick (jharu) in dining area. Always keep it hidden(may > be under sofa) > > *Don’t clean your room with broomstick after sunset(* sham ke bad ghar me > jharu na lagaye ) > > *Don’t hit any animal(cat,dog etc.) with broomstick.* > > Never sleep in North direction. Sleep in East/South direction. > > *All the above QA are from Quora digest to me on 13-08- 2023.* > > *Quora answers need not be 100% correct answers .* > > *Compiled **and posted by R. 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