Top 5 Exercise For Weight Loss

Obesity becomes a major problem now a days not just in India but all over the world. Most peoples do not pay attention to their Health and eat such things day by day which is high in calories.

Obesity is a complex type of disease involving an excessive amount of body fat . Obesity is a medical problem that increases the risk of other diseases and health problems such as heart diseases , Diabetes and high blood pressure etc. 

Cause of Obesity

Obesity , Most peoples diets are too high in calories due to eat fast foods and high calories beverages . Although there are genetic , behavioral , metabolic and hormonal influences on body weight, 

Obesity occurs when you take more calories than you burn through daily activities and exercise. Your body store these excess calories as fat.

What daily exercise can help in weight loss and improve in body fitness . Here in this article we are going to discuss about top 5 exercise that help in Weight Loss.

1. Walking  

                         Walking is a simplest and greatest exercise for beginners which help in  weight loss. Because it can be done anywhere , anytime and does not require any type of expensive equipment . 

               

To get started , aim to walk 30 minutes daily in morning or evening session . You can increase duration of walk as you become more fit.

2. Running / Jogging

                                    This is a another exercise which help you  in rapid weight loss . The key difference between jogging and running is that a pace of jogging is generally 4-6 mph while the pace of running is more than 6 mph. 

               

Jogging and running can help burn harmful visceral fat commonly known as Belly fat.

It is also done everywhere, anytime in your daily life routine. 

3. Cycling 

                 Cycling is a outdoor or indoor activity which also help you in loss weight. Many gym centers and fitness centers have cycling equipment that allow you to cycle while staying indoor. 

 

               

Generally a study found that a person can burn around 260 calories per 30 minutes on a cycling in fitness centers while 298 calories per 30 minutes on a bicycle at a moderate pace of 12-13 mph.

4. Swimming 

                                            This is another simple exercise and a fun way to loss weight. Different mode of swimming help in burn calories that may be backstroke mode of swimming(298 calories), Breaststroke mode(372 calories), Butterfly mode(409 calories) and Treading water(372 calories)  per 30 minutes of swimming.

               

5. Yoga

             Yoga is a great weight loss exercise that can be done everywhere in morning time or evening time in homes, gardens, playgrounds.  A study shows that around 198 calories burn 30 minutes of practicing Yoga . Different types of Yoga asanas can help in burning calories . Yoga also teach us how to control your body, breathing and focus  your mind on the task.

          

Benefits of Weight loss :

• Lower blood pressure
• Improved mobility and reduced pain
• Better sleep
• Less risk of heart diseases
• Lower risk of multiple cancers
• Regulate blood sugar and Diabetes
• Higher self-esteem 
• Decreased  joint pain
• Boosts Energy

Summary :

There are no single exercise for weight loss, but some have advantages that might appeal to certain people. For example running and walking are generally free and easy to start.

Exercise is an important part of weight loss. However ,Some other factors such as Diet and sleep also play a role in weight loss.

 

Some Medicinal Plants And Their Importance

 Some Medicinal Plants And Their Importance

Our environment is full of many trees and plants all around. There are many plants which are medicinally very important for human being. Medicinal plants such as Aloe , Tulsi , Neem , Garlic , Turmeric , Ginger, Aambla cure several common  ailments. 

These are considered as home remedies as many part of the country . It is known fact that many of the peoples of the country used Basil (Tulsi) for making medicine , Black Tea , In POOJA , and in other activities in day to day life.

Apart from the medicinal uses, herbs are also used in natural dye, food , pest control , perfume and tea so on. Here in this article we are going to discuss about some plants which have their own importance in our day to day life.

Important Plants : 

• Aloe vera
• Cannabis sativa (Bhang)
• Allium sativum (Lahsun)
• Pinus roxburghi (Chir)
• Ocimum tenuifloram (Tulsi)
• Zanthoxylum armatum (Tirmur)
• Rubus ellipticus (Aakha)
• Adhatoda vasica (Basuti)
• Phyllanthus emblica (Amla)

1. Aloe vera

                 

Aloe vera is a medicinal plant that's been used to treat various health conditions for thousands of years.  It is usually safe to use also vera directly from the plant or you can buy it in gel form.

Importance : 

• Aloe vera gel powder may help lower blood pressure
• Aloe vera may help stabilize blood sugar
• Aloe vera in mouthwash can improve dental health
• Aloe vera gel is a natural antidote for skin irritation.

2. Cannabis sativa (Bhang)

           

Cannabis sativa commonly known as Bhang. The dried leaves and flowers of the Cannabis plant are known as Marijuana, which can be smoked. 

Importance : 

• Chronic pain relief 
• Improve lung capacity
• Regulate and prevent diabetes 
• Help treat depression

3. Allium sativum (Lahsun)

                                         

The economically most important Allium crop species (Garlic) are worldwide used as spices , vegetables and medicinal plants. They play a very important role in the daily diet.

Importance : 

• Garlic could help fight inflammation
• Reduce cholesterol level 
• Protect against chronic diseases 
• Garlic may help lower blood pressure

4. Pinus roxburghii (Chir)

                                                   

It is one of the most important basic raw materials for the synthesis of terpene chemicals which are used in a wide variety of industries such as paper and rubber etc. Chir pine rosins is also used in paper, soap, cosmetics, paint, varnish, rubber and polish industries.

5. Ocimum tenuifloram (Tulsi)

                                                  

Tulsi is used to treat insect bites. Tulsi is also used to treat heart diseases and fever . It also helps in treating Asthma . Tulsi leaves are used to treat skin problems like acne , blackheads and premature ageing .

6. Zanthoxylum armatum (Tirmur)

               

Zanthoxylum armatum is an important medicinal plant of South est Asia and has been used to treat various ailments in traditional medicines including Diabetes . 

7. Rubus ellipticus (Aakha)

                    

The bark from this plant is used for medical reason in Tibetan Villages , Mainly as a renal tonic and an antidiuretic . Its juice can also be used to treat coughs, fever, colic and sore throat. 

The plant can also be used to make a bluish purple dye.

8. Adhatoda vasica (Basuti)

            

Adhatoda vasica commonly known as Basuti is very useful in treating bronchitis ,  tuberculosis and other lung disorders . A decoction of the leaves of Basuti may be used to help the cough and other symptoms of cold. 

9. Phyllanthus emblica (Amla)

        

Phyllanthus emblica known as Amla is highly nutritious and could be an important dietary source of vitamin C , amino acids and minerals. 

The plant also contains phenolic compounds , tannins and emblicol. 

It includes antibacterial properties which helps to improve body immunity system.

Amla is used in lot of Shampoos and conditioners .

Food Spoilage And Its Preservations

Introduction : Food spoilage is any undesirable change in appearance , smell and taste of food that makes it unacceptable to consume.

Spoiled food is not necessarily unsafe to eat but it is generally regarded as unpotable and will not be purchased or consumed. Food spoilage renders economic loss to producers, distributors and consumers in the form of reduced quality and quantity as well as high prices.

    

Since food are organic material , they provide nutrients for the growth of a wide variety of heterotrophic micro organism .

The physical and chemical characteristics of food determine its degree of susceptibility to microbial activity.

Causes of Food Spoilage :  

• Condition of Raw products
• Micro organisms : Bacteria, Fungi, Protozoans
• Enzymatic Activities
• Rough Handling 

Food Preservations

Food is very valuable . Preserving food can help to avoid wasting of food. Food Preservation is the process in which food is stored by special methods. Cooked or uncooked food can be preserved in different ways to be used later. Some methods of food preservation are:

• Freezing
• Boiling 
• Salting
• Sweetening
• Dehydration 
• Canning

Freezing:

              Food stored in a refrigerator remains fresh for some days. Bacteria do not grow easily in cool places . We can preserve some food items like milk, Fruits , Vegetables and cooked food by keeping them in refrigerator.

Boiling: 

                 By this method, we can preserve food for a short period of time. Bacteria in milk are killed by pasteurization  i.e the process in which milk boiled for sometimes and then cooling it quickly .

Salting:

             We can add salts in some food items like fish and pickles. 

Sweetening: 

                Excess amount of sugar in food also act as preservative. We store food for long time in the form of gems and murabbas by adding sugar in them.

Dehydration:

                        In this method some food items dried in the sun to avoid them from growing bacteria . Some food items likes raw mangoes , fishes , potato chips etc. are preserved by this method.

Canning: 

                                   In this method air is removed from food and put in airtight Cans so bacteria do not grow in them.

Conclusion : At the last we can concluded that food is valuable and must be preservative . To ensure safety of food products , quality control, assurance through routine microbiological examination of food products for pathogens and food organisms , confirmation of proper pasteurization  and checking of leakages in cans are required.

 How To Make A Fresh Water Aquarium at Home 

AQUARIUM : Aquarium is  container (such as a glass tank)or an artificial pond in which living animals or plants are kept.

     

The Aquarium is an effective means of teaching for observation and study of different animals and plants . The Aquarium can be used for the development of the power of observation in the students.

An Aquarium can be set up in the following way in Home . You need these few things like : 

• Aquarium Tank
• Substratum
• Water
• Plants
• Water Animals

AQUARIUM TANK :

                                     There are available in the market aquarium tanks made of glass of various sizes . An aquarium of suitable capacity or size can be selected keeping in view the need.

SUBSTRATUM : 

                            The bottom or substratum of the aquarium tank is covered with a 2" thick sand or concrete powder and some pieces of earth, so that plant can be grown and the animals can live in the natural habitat.

WATER :

                  The water for the aquarium can be taken from any source. Water should contain chlorine.

PLANTS :

                                 Generally Hydrila , Valisnaria and such other plants are used in the aquarium so that oxygen and food are made available to the animals in sufficient amount.

WATER ANIMALS : 

                                  Some snails , shells , earthworm, insects etc. should be put in the aquarium. They are food for animals, especially for fishes .

                                

Place of Keeping : The Aquarium should be placed at a place where light and air is available in sufficient measure.

PRECAUTIONS : 

• Special care should be taken for light and temperature of water in the Aquarium 
• In cold places, electric light and electric heater can be used for warming
• The water of the aquarium should be changed from time to time.

                                  

                                

Mushroom Cultivation in Lab.

Mushroom Cultivation In Laboratory 

In present national call for developing human health mushroom cultivation plays an important role for high percentage of our population which is strictly consumed by per capita consumption of mushroom is very low. 

Mushroom being a good vegetarian food provide sufficient quantity of proteins , minerals, carbohydrates and vitamins which are essential for maintenance of good health. Mushroom an edible fungi is the most priced community among vegetables not only because of its nutritional value but due to its characteristics  Aroma and Flavor .

As a member of basidiomycetes they have the ability to degrade cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin and in turn produce edible rooting organ which passes appreciable texture and better nutritive value.

The main phase of their life cycle is : 

1. Vegetative Phase : Presented by Mycelia Growth

2. Second Dominant Phase : It is constituting by fruiting body of great diversity . Some variety of Mushroom produce fruiting body underground. The Mushroom fruiting body divided into 5 parts:

Cultivation Method

The white Button Mushroom i.e  Agaricus bisporous is very popular throughout the world and most important on commercial scale. The Mushroom is extensively cultivated throughout the world and contributed about 60 % of total population production of  mushroom.

The optimum temperature for Mycelia growth is 20 - 25 C and also need a high percentage of relative humidity   85 - 95 %.

The whole process of Mushroom cultivation process can be divided into following steps.

• Spawn Production
• Compost Preparation
• Spawning 
• Spawn Running 
• Casting 
• Fruiting 

Spawn Production

Spawn is produced from fruiting culture / stocks of selected strains of mushroom under sterile condition . Stock culture may be produced in Lab or may be obtained .

Compost Preparation 

The substrate on which button mushroom grown is mainly prepared from  a mixture of plant waste Cereal straw, sugarcane, salts , urea, gypsum, supplements and water etc.

In order to produce mushroom It is recommended that each than of compost should contain 6.6 kg Nitrogen , 2.0 kg Phosphate and 5.0 kg Potassium .

During the first phase of compost preparation , Paddy straw is placed in layers and sufficient water is added to the stock along with fertilizers Wheat bran etc. The whole thing is mixed thoroughly with the straw and made into a stack . The stack is turned and again watered on second day.

On the 4th day stack is turned again for the 2nd time by adding Gypsum and watered.

The 3rd and final turning is given on 12th day when the color of compost changes into dark brown and it starts emitting a strong smell of Ammonia.

Spawning  

The Process of mixing spawn with compost is called Spawning.

In layer spawning about 3-4 layers of spawn mix with compost are prepared which is again covered with a thin layer of compost like in surface spawning.

Spawn Running

After  the spawning process is over then the compost is filled in polythene bags , trays which are either  covered with a newspaper or polythene . The Fungal bodies grow out from the spawn and takes about two weeks to colonies. The temp. maintained incropping room is 23+ - 2 C.

Casting

 The compost beds after complete spawn run should be covered with a layer of soil casting material should be having high porosity water holding capacity and pit should ranges between 7 - 7.5 . Low CO2 concentration is favorable  for reproductive growth at this stage.

Fruiting

Under favorable environmental conditions i.e  Temperature, Moisture, Humidity , Proper Ventilation and CO2 Conc. the fruit body initials which appears in the form of pin head short growing and gradually develop into Button stage.

 Job Vs Career : Which One Is Good For Livelihood

Jobs and careers both enable us to earn enough money to support, ourselves and our families, they do not mean the same thing. It is important to know whether you’re looking for a job or for a career to plan your professional goals. In this article we will discuss about the difference between a Job and a Career . How one can affect the other and how turn  a Job into a Career.

Now a days unemployment becomes a big issue . So peoples secure future their future they do part time job ,full time job rather they don't think about to build a great career.

What Is A Job ?

A job is work you perform to earn money to support your basic needs. It can be full-time or part-time and may be short-term. You might earn an hourly wage or a set pay check rather than a salary with benefits. You might need to learn certain skills connected with that role, but not all jobs require a specialized degree or advanced training.

No doubt, the job is one of the best sources of income to earn the livelihood. That is why, most of the youngsters join jobs, just after completing their education to earn a steady income, gain some experience, get independent and settled as soon as possible. Normally, people hold a job for a certain period. Once the purpose for which they joined the job is accomplished or when they get some better opportunity for life, the job holders will leave the job.

What Is A Career ?

A career is a long-term professional journey you may determine based on your passion . It is the path you embark upon to fulfill your professional goals and ambitions. You may require a certain level of education or training to achieve these goals. Individuals pursuing careers often have set salaries with benefits such as stock options, retirement plans, pensions and bonuses. They also gain benefits beyond money, such as personal pride, work satisfaction and self-worth.

Career is not just making money to earn bread and butter, but it is something bigger. It’s what a person loves to do, it is what a person interested in, it is what a person is passionate about, it is what that keeps a man working without getting distracted, it is something for which a person can take any kind of risk, it is what a person wants to see himself as, in the future.

Some Key Differences Between A Job And A Career :

The differences between job and career are indicated below:

1. The job is defined as a task or duty performed by a person for getting a salary or wages. Career refers to an occupation carried on by a person for his entire life.

2. A job is a trip, but career is a journey.

3. In a job you invest your time and skills to earn money, but when it is about career, you invest your time in following your dreams.

4. A job is when you work for a fixed time. Conversely, a career is when you don’t know whether it is morning or afternoon or night, you sleep late at night and wake up early just to learn and explore more and more.

5. A job is a means for securing the needs of life, but a career is an end in itself . 

6. People hold a job, for a short term while a career is seen a long-term goal of an individual.

How does a job affect your career?

You will likely hold many jobs throughout your career, even if you don’t have a set career path in mind when you first join the workforce. It may be helpful to consider every position you fill as a step in your life’s work. Your job can affect your career in these ways :

• Jobs makes up your Career

• You learn something different from each job

• Jobs provides you with network opportunities

• Hard work pays off

How to turn a job into a career

If you aim to have a career , you can work toward meeting that long term goal . Career is a life term learning process. These are some strategies that can help :

• Continuing learning and developing

• Get a Mentor

• Expand your Network

• Apply for an internship

Conclusion :

Now, it might be clear, that a job is very different from the career.  There can be some jobs in a person’s career. We can also say that there is only one career in a person’s life that incorporates all the jobs. A career is what you see yourself in the future. A job takes your time, provides you with some work and penny. However, a career not only gives you money but also opportunities to do what you love as well as satisfaction. One basic difference between job and career is that job is what you are doing at present, but career is what you have done so far and what you are going to do next . 

Top 5 Destinations To Visit in Himachal Pradesh

Top 5 Destinations To Visit In Himachal Pradesh

Himalayas in Himachal’ or one must say Himachal in Himalayas. ‘Him’ in Hindi literally means ice or snow and ‘alaya’ means home, which makes Himalayas ‘The Home of Snow’ and from there Himachal gets its name meaning ‘Land of Snow’.
While traditionally Himachal was known as a summer destination, the Department of Tourism & Civil Aviation Government of Himachal Pradesh  has taken special efforts to break the seasonality factor and has developed diversified tourism products to attract tourists in other seasons too. Now Himachal is known as “A Destination for All Seasons and All Reasons”.

In fact, the Department has laid a special emphasis on the development of activity-based tourism and opening up of new sub destinations. To promote tourism in the countryside and to unexplored areas, appropriate infrastructure is being developed within available resources. 

Himachal situated in the heart of the western Himalaya, identified as "Dev Bhumi" and is believed to be the abode of Gods and Goddesses. The entire State is punctuated with stone as well as wood temples. The shadowy valleys, rugged crags, glaciers and gigantic pines and roaring rivers and exquisite flora and fauna compose the symphony that is for ever Himachal. 

Scroll down and find the best Himachal Pradesh destinations that should definitely be on your travel list this year. And while these best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh are perfect for visiting throughout the year, here’s the best time to visit them to witness them in all their glory.

• Kullu - Manali : Country's Famous Hill Stations
• Shimla : The capital of Himachal Pradesh
• Dharamshala : The Residence of Dalai Lama
• Spiti Valley : Surreal and Magical
• Bir Billing : An Adventure seeker's paradise

1. Kullu Manali : Country's Famous Hill Stations

One of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh is Kullu and Manali. If you are on a lookout for fresh air and green mountains amidst the snow-covered ranges then Kullu Manali indeed should be on the top of your list. 

Manali offers the most magnificent views of the Pir Panjal and the Dhauladhar ranges covered with snow for most parts of the year.

Manali has many trekking options around it, making it a great base for exploring this side of Himalayas. River Beas provides great rafting options in the nearby town of Kullu.

Solang Valley

Hidimba Devi Temple

Rohtang Pass

2. Shimla : The capital of Himachal

One of the most famous hill stations of Northern India – Shimla which is the right mix of Indian glory with British sophistication. It is consecrated stunning landscape and fresh climate all through the year. Without a doubt, it is one of the best tourist places in Himachal Pradesh. 

Things to do:

• Full fill your shopping desire at the Mall Road

• Enjoy a trek to Jakhu hill and a visit to Lord Hanuman’s Temple

• Visit to the Viceregal Lodge to appreciate the British elegance

• Try your hands on Polo at Annandale which is 4km from the Ridge

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3. Dharamshala : The Residence of Dalai Lama

Dharamshala definitely has to be on your list of best Himachal Pradesh destinations. Famous not only because of its climate but also you get to see how multicultural Indian community lives in harmony with the Indo Tibetan community.

A beautiful and charming hospice in the natural valleys of Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, with its cool hill station at an altitude of 1,475 meters above sea level, is making its visitors wonderfully beautiful with the great Tibetan leader Dalai Lama along with other Buddhist monks and monks And the presence of many Tibetan monasteries makes Dharamshala one of the most popular tourist destinations in India, its surroundings and the presence of great Buddhist culture. This hill station is the most different in India. Dharamshala is divided into two parts. Lower and The upper two areas are bungalows, churches, monasteries and cantonments surrounded by the mighty Dhauladhar mountains.

4. Spiti Valley : Surreal and Magical

Long winding roads and valleys that present unforgettable glimpses of cold desert and snow-crowned mountains welcome you when you set foot into Spiti Valley. Bordered on all sides by the Himalayas, Spiti Valley, located in Himachal Pradesh, has an altitude of 12,500 feet above sea level, and gets just around 250 days of sunshine in the year, making it one of the coldest places in the country.

The term Spiti means 'The Middle Land', as Spiti Valley separates India from Tibet. Scantily populated, Spiti is an adventure lover’s paradise, with a number of trekking trails that tourists can choose from. All of these treks start from Kaza (Spiti’s capital from where you make your base camp) to various peaks from where you can get panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains.

Lahaul used to be clubbed with the Spiti Valley when travel plans were made. This might still make a lot of sense, today. But, with the construction and opening of the Atal Tunnel, Lahaul has become very accessible and an extension of Manali trip for many! Even if folks don’t have many days on hand – heading to the other side of the tunnel is now a legit activity.

5. Bir Billing : An Adventure seeker's paradise

If you’re an adventure seeker, Bir Billing is the mecca for adventure sports and it has to be on your list of the top Himachal Pradesh tourist places. Bir is a small village which is located on the western side of Himachal Pradesh and is blessed with some refreshing climate.

The two small hamlets of Bir and Billing tucked away in the valleys of Kangra in Himachal are synonymous with Para Gliding. However, due to the global pandemic and the resulting lock down in the state, the only things taking flight in these scenic and stunning valleys have been the resident birds.

Apart from Paragliding, Bir Billing is also famous for its spiritual studies and meditation centers, stunning views of the Himalayas, Trekking and Camping options, beautiful Monasteries and Tibetan settlements.

Conclusion

Tourism is one major activity which helps in the growth and development of state economy. They too reveals that it acts as a motivator to the economy of Hilly State i.e. Himachal Pradesh.

We can say that tourism is a very productive activity both for the tourist and the government. As they support each other simultaneously. Also, the government should consider improving the conditions of the country as more and more number of tourist visit their country.