Category Archives: Uncategorized

Uncategorized

425 volunteers donated blood at PGI on World Blood Donor Day

Leave a comment

IEP Chandigarh

As many as 425 volunteers donated blood at blood donation camp organized by the department of Transfusion Medicine, PGIMER, Chandigarh, on World Blood Donor Day. The theme of this year World Blood Donor Day is “Give blood, Give plasma, share life, shareoften” has been released by the WHO this year, said the PGIMER official in the Statement. He further said that World Blood Donor Day is celebrated every year by people around the world on June 14 as per World Health assembly resolution of 2005, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Karl Landsteiner (14 th June, 1868), who was awarded the Nobel Prize for his discovery of the ABOblood group system. The event serves to thank voluntary, unpaid blood donors for their life saving gifts of blood andalso to raise awareness of the need for regular blood donations to ensure that all individuals andcommunities have access to affordable and timely supplies of safe and quality assured blood andblood products.The theme of this year World Blood Donor Day is “Give blood, Give plasma, share life, shareoften” has been released by the WHO this year.As part of Raktdaan Amrit Mahotsava 2023 of the National Blood Transfusion Council(NBTC), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India that Healthy Donors areencouraged to continue donating blood.On this occasion, Sh. Banwari Lal Purohit, Hon`ble Governor Punjab and Administrator, UT,Chandigarh inaugurated Blood Donation Camp at the Punjab Raj Bhawan, Chandigarhconducted by the of Department of Transfusion Medicine and called upon the residents of tricityon the All India Radio to come forward for this noble cause and save precious lives.Prof. N.K. Panda, Dean (Academic), PGIMER, Chandigarh inaugurated the Blood DonationCamp at the Blood Donation Centre PGIMER, Chandigarh in collaboration with ThalassemiaCharitable Trust (TCT), PGIMER, Chandigarh. He also motivated the blood donors to becomeregular blood donors, and make blood donation a “habit”, as this will encourage develop aculture of voluntary blood donation in the country. The other dignitaries who graced the occasionwere Prof. Sadhna Lal and Prof. Pankaj Malhotra. Volunteer blood donors and family/friendBlood donors from all walks of life also came to donate blood at the Blood Donation Centre ofthe PGI on this occasion like every year.The department of Transfusion Medicine also organized Blood Donation Camp at BridgeMarket, Sector-17, Chandigarh in collaboration with Shree Shiv Kanwar Mahasangh CharitableTrust, Panchkula which was inaugurated by Sh. Satnam Singh Sandhu, Vice-Chancellor,Chandigarh University, Gharuan and Sh. R.C. Sobti, former Vice-Chancellor, Panjab University.As a special motivational campaign, the postmen of UT, Chandigarh pinned up the speciallymade badges while delivering the post items in the respective post office zones in order tomotivate blood donors.During the campaign about 425 volunteers donated blood to celebrate the occasion.

Uncategorized

2 IAS, 7 HCS officers transferred in Hry

Leave a comment

IEP Chandigarh, June 12

Haryana Government today issued transfer and posting orders of two IAS and seven HCS officers with immediate effect.Sh. TL Satyaprakash, Director General, Town and Country Planning has been posted as Director General, Information, Public Relations, Languages and Culture, Haryana and Secretary to Government, Haryana, Information, Public Relations, Languages and Culture department, in addition to his present duties; during the leave period of Sh. Amit Kumar Agrawal.Sh. J. Ganesan has been posted as Managing Director, HAFED and Managing Director, HARTRON.Dr. Subhita Dhaka, CEO Zila Parishad, Charkhi Dadri and CEO, DRDA, Charkhi Dadri has been posted as CEO, Zila Parishad, Jhajjar and CEO, DRDA, Jhajjar, vice Sh. Pardeep Kumar-II, who has been posted as CEO Zila Parishad and DRDA, Charkhi Dadri.Sh. Kapil Kumar, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Shahbad, has been posted as City Magistrate, Kaithal.Sh. Navdeep Singh, Joint Director (Admn.) Social Justice and Empowerment, has been posted as Joint Director, Welfare of Scheduled Castes & Backward Classes, Haryana, in addition to his present duties.Sh. Rohit Kumar, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Uchana Kalan, has been posted as Estate Officer, HSVP, Karnal, vice Sh. Pulkit Malhotra, who has been posted as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Shahbad.Sh. Gulzar Malik, Estate Officer, HSVP, Panipat and Land Acquisition Officer, Panipat, has been posted as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Uchana Kalan.

Uncategorized

Work with spirit of honesty, sensitivity, patience and Antyodaya: Chief Minister to civil services candidates

Leave a comment

IEP Chandigarh, June 5

Terming the newly appointed candidates of civil services as public servants, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal said that they should work with honesty, sensitivity, patience; with the spirit of service and Antyodaya.

The Chief Minister was addressing the Pratibha Samman Samaroh organized for the promising candidates of Haryana; who were successful in the Union Public Service Commission examination, here today. The Chief Minister felicitated all the candidates by presenting mementos and Shrimad Bhagavad Gita.

Congratulating the talented youth and their parents, he said that the selected candidates would make a good contribution towards the Haryana Uday and Atmanirbhar Bharat. “We have to move forward with the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam and do better work for the welfare of the society,” he added.

Sh. Manohar Lal said that the children of Haryana are talented and a new environment has been created in this regard by the government in the last eight years. Resultantly, 6.50 percent candidates of the state have been successful in the Civil Services Examination of the year 2022, he said.

“Haryana is ahead of other states in many aspects. Haryana’s total population is two percent of the country’s population, while Haryana’s contribution is 10 percent in defence sector, 35 percent in sports and 15 percent in agriculture sector. The government is endeavouring to take this contribution further,” he added.

Matter of pride for Haryana to have 19 candidates selected in top 100

The Chief Minister said that it is a matter of pride for Haryana that 63 candidates of the state have been selected in the Civil Services Examination results of the year 2022; among which 19 candidates are in the top 100. He said that the selection of 32 boys and 31 girls in this examination is also a meaningful result of the ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ campaign.

He said that seven officers selected in the Haryana Civil Services have also cleared the UPSC examination and this includes a sub-inspector under training of the Haryana Police.

“The candidates should adopt a liberal character during the training itself and work without discrimination in the spirit of social service, keeping Antyodaya as the main goal, considering the whole country as one’s family; so that they can become a source of inspiration for other youth,” said the Chief Minister.

Main aim of civil services not wealth but social service: Sanjeev Kaushal

Chief Secretary, Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal said that there is no better alternative to hard work and ability than civil services. “But the path of civil services is very tough and challenging. Civil services should not be done considering money as the main goal but social service. Brotherhood among each other is very important. Even during training, we are taught to socialize, no matter in which state of the country we are working,” he said.

Police service teaches discipline and sense of duty: PK Agrawal

Director General of Police, Sh. PK Agrawal said that the selected youth of Haryana will work as brand ambassadors across the country.

He said that police service should be voluntarily chosen so that the society also gets the benefit of their services; as it teaches the lesson of discipline and duty. He said that this time, five candidates have been selected from police families, which is a matter of pride for the police administration.

Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. DS Dhesi, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, ADGP CID, Sh. Alok Mittal, Chief Minister’s Special Officer (Community Policing and Outreach) and DIG, Sh. Pankaj Nain, along with other senior officers were also present on the occasion.

Uncategorized

CM BATS FOR LAUNCHING A MASS MOVEMENT TO PRESERVE WATER AND ENVIRONMENT IN THE STATE

Leave a comment

IEP SAS Nagar (Mohali), June 5

Underlining the need for providing a sustainable environment to the future generations, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday gave a clarion call for launching a mass movement to preserve water and environment in the state.

The Chief Minister, while chairing a state level function to mark World Environment Day, expressed deep concern over the depleting ground water table and polluting environment in the state. He said that immediate remedial steps are required to save the only precious and scarce natural resource of Punjab in terms of water along with checking the environmental pollution. Bhagwant Mann said that this cannot be done by the government alone but people’s participation is must by launching a vigorous mass awareness campaign to sensitize them about its significance especially in wake of global warming.

The Chief Minister said that Punjab is a sacred land of great Gurus and saints, who have shown us the way to preserve the environment. While quoting the Gurbani, he said that the verse ‘Pawan Guru, Paani Pitaah, Mata Dharat Mahat’ explains how our great Gurus have equated air (pawan) with teacher, water (paani) with father and land (dharat) with mother. Unfortunately, Bhagwant Mann said that the words of the great Gurus have not been honoured by us, as we have polluted all these three, he added. 

The Chief Minister said that now the time has come when we must imbibe the teachings of Gurbani in letter and spirit to restore the glory of the state. While slamming the opposition parties for blatantly ignoring the environmental issues, He said that as water, air and land had no votes so these leaders ignored them. Bhagwant Mann said that due to this massive pollution and degradation of these natural resources took place thereby causing an irreparable loss to the society adding that after the formation of the AAP government in the state steps have been taken to save the environment.

Showing deep concern over the gravity of the emerging situation following the fast depleting water table, the Chief Minister said almost all the blocks in the state are in the dark zone as far as the groundwater is concerned. Bhagwant Mann said that it has happened due to reckless pumping of water in fields adding that the trend needs to be checked immediately so that our future generations do-not have to strive for water.

The Chief Minister said that the state government is taking massive steps for optimum utilisation of the canal water to save the groundwater. He said that at present Punjab is using only 33%-34% of its canal water adding that this will be enhanced in the coming days. Bhagwant Mann envisioned that if Punjab can enhance the canal water utilisation to 60% in first phase then nearly four lakh tubewells out of total 14 lakh can be stopped thereby helping in saving water.

The Chief Minister also cited the example of Telangana for water conservation and said that it is a revolutionary model that is aimed at recharging the water table holistically. He said that the Telangana government has constructed small dams in the villages for conserving the ground water across the state. Bhagwant Mann said that as a result of this the ground water level has increased upto four metres in the villages.

On this occasion, the Chief Minister dedicated the newly constructed ultra-modern building having world class instrumentation to the Punjab Biotechnology Incubator (PBTI) in Knowledge City. He envisioned that the unique facility will be extensively used for testing of food, agri, water, environment and health sectors for pesticides residues, heavy metals, food additives/adulterants etc. Apart from this, Bhagwant Mann also flagged off a Mobile van for onsite testing of food and water samples, developed by PBTI under Mission Tandrust Punjab.

In addition, an amount of Rs. 50 Crore for undertaking various Eco-Restoration Works was also allotted by the Chief Minister to the Department of Local Government (Rs. 45.45 Crore), Department of Rural Development & Panchayats (Rs. 3.92 Crore) and Department of Punjab Pollution Control Board (Rs. 63 Lacs). He also virtually inaugurated the Electricity Gallery at Pushpa Gujral Science City, Kapurthala and a Paddy Straw based Palletization Unit, Patiala developed with the technical and financial support of Punjab State Council for Science & Technology (PSCST).

Meanwhile, the Chief Minister also conferred first edition of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Punjab State Annual Environment Award today to four organizations namely Gram Panchayat, Village Balloh, District Bathinda in the category of “Gram Panchayat”; Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar in the category of “Institution”; ITC Ltd (Foods Division), Kapurthala in the category of “Industry” and Kheti Virasat Mission, Jaitu, District Faridkot in the category of “NGO/Social Organization”. The Award included a cash prize of Rs. 1 Lac, a certificate of appreciation and silver plate memento to each organization. Bhagwant Mann also felicitated six grass root level innovators involved in development of low cost indigenous technologies and processes with their own ingenuity and know-how and also.

The Chief Minister also distributed Allotment Letters under the internship scheme of PBTI for skilling students of life sciences stream in latest high end techniques & instrumentation facilities and under PBTI’s Incubation Scheme for boosting startup ecosystem in the area of life sciences, biotechnology and allied sectors to transforms their ideas into commercially viable solutions.

On the occasion Cabinet Minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, Rajya Sabha MP Baba Balbir Singh Seechewal and others were also present.

Uncategorized

Spirit of “Ek Bharat, Shresht Bharat” showcases in Telangana Foundation Day Celebration at Punjab Raj Bhawan

Leave a comment

IEP Chandigarh, June 2

Fostering the spirit of “Ek Bharat, Shresht Bharat” (One India, Great India), the Telangana Foundation Day was celebrated with great fervor and enthusiasm at Punjab Raj Bhawan. 

The event organized jointly by Punjab Raj Bhawan and the Administration  of  UT, Chandigarh, served as a platform to celebrate the oneness of India and the harmonious coexistence of different cultures.

Speaking on the occasion, Sh Banwari Lal Purohit, the Governor of Punjab and Administrator, UT, Chandigarh emphasized the significance of promoting cultural exchange and fostering harmonious coexistence. He said that the strength of our country lies in its unity, where each state contributes to the rich fabric of our collective identity.

He said that Telangana is the youngest state in the country. The formation of Telangana marked a historic moment in our country’s journey towards decentralization and inclusive governance. He added that Telangana is a state where traditions and customs blend seamlessly with modernity. The region is known for its Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb culture (Hindu-Muslim culture being practiced together).

The evening unfolded with a vibrant cultural extravaganza that showcased the rich heritage of Telangana through mesmerizing dance performances and melodious music. The attendees were captivated by the graceful movements of the traditional folk dances, such as Gussadi and Lambadi, which resonated with the soul of Telangana. The melodies of the classical Carnatic music and the energetic beats of the dappu drum enthralled the audience, filling the air with an atmosphere of joy and celebration.

The event was graced by dignitaries, including Mr. Kultar Singh Sandhwan, Speaker of Punjab Vidhan Sabha, Mr. Arun Sood, President, BJP, Mr. Satya Pal Jain, Additional Solicitor General of India and Mr. Dharam Pal, Adviser to Administrator, UT, Chandigarh.

Uncategorized

NHRC notices to the Union Health & Family Welfare Ministry, FSSAI, and the Drugs Controller General of India over the reported production of spurious drugs in the name of food supplements by nutraceutical companies in Himachal Pradesh

Leave a comment

New Delhi, June 2

The National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, India has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report that the Baddi Industrial area of Solan in Himachal Pradesh has become a production hub of spurious vitamins, syrups, and drugs in the name of food supplements by the nutraceutical companies. Reportedly, there are more than 100 nutraceutical companies active in the area, which have the license to produce only food products under the Food Safety & Standards Act, 2006.  Hence, these are beyond the purview of the Drug Controller General of India and the State Food Safety Department. The companies are taking advantage of the lack of coordination between the government departments.

The Commission has observed that the contents of the media report, if true, raise a serious issue relating to the right to life of the people due to an apparent lack of coordination and apathy on the part of the government departments.   Accordingly, it has issued notices to the Secretary, Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, the Chairperson, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and the Drugs Controller General of India calling for a detailed report in the matter within four weeks. 

The reports should include the present status of the implementation of the relevant laws to check the supply and sale of spurious drugs in the State of Himachal Pradesh by the nutraceutical companies in the name of producing vitamins and supplements etc.

According to the media report, carried on 30th May, 2023 five companies have been sealed, out of which three companies had licenses to produce food items and according to the law they cannot produce allopathic medicines.  Till the year 2006, all the nutraceutical companies were within the ambit of the Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954 and the Food Safety Department of the State was the authority to test the samples, conduct investigations and issue the licenses but when the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 came into existence, all the powers were shifted to the central agencies.

Reportedly, the licenses of these companies are granted by the FSSAI under the Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, which manages to visit Himachal Pradesh for checking the samples hardly once or twice a year only if any complaint is received.  Neither the Drug Controller nor the Food Supply Department of the State can conduct tests on the samples of the drugs and inquiries against these companies.

Uncategorized

WILL ENSURE ZERO-TOLRANCE AGAINST CORRUPTION IN MUNICIPAL CORPORATIONS AND COUNCILS- BALKAR SINGH

Leave a comment

Chandigarh/Jalandhar, JUNE 1

          Punjab Local Bodies Minister Balkar Singh today asserted that zero-tolerance policy would strictly be followed across all municipal corporations and municipal councils in the state so that a smooth and corruption-free administration could be ensured across all local bodies in Punjab.

          Accompanied by Member Parliament Sushil Kumar Rinku, MLA Raman Arora, Deputy Commissioner Deepshikha Sharma, the minister while addressing a press conference here at local circuit house said that special emphasis would be laid on the availability of basic amenities in the city so that people can avail the benefit of portable drinking water, cleanliness, better road infrastructure, lighting, etc. He said that people of Jalandhar have expressed their faith in Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann led state government by making Sushil Kumar Rinku win with thumping majority in Lok Sabha bye-polls; now it is our duty to fulfill the aspirations of people of Jalandhar by making this city one of the leading cities of the state. He also mentioned that a slew of special projects would be launched in Jalandhar to further put development of this city on a high-growth trajectory adding that it would be visible to everybody soon as government is all set to launch major projects for Jalandhar city.

          Earlier, a contingent of Punjab Police accorded guard of honor to Cabinet Minister on his arrival in the city while district administration led by Deputy Commissioner Deepshikha Sharma welcomed the minister at local circuit house.

          Speaking on the occasion, Member Parliament Sushil Kumar Rinku said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann led state government has given Jalandhar District ministerial birth in the Punjab Cabinet, which would further give impetus to the development of this city. He congratulated Cabinet Minister Balkar Singh on his induction as minister and expressed hope that he will fulfill the aspirations of people of Jalandhar.

          Prominent amongst others present of the occasion included Chiarperson Punjab State Containor and Wharehousing Corporation Rajwinder Kaur Thiara, Chairman District Planning Board Amritpal Singh, AAP Leaders Surinder Singh Sodhi, Dinesh Dhall, and Mohinder Bhagat.

Uncategorized

1150 office bearers of Aam Aadmi Party took oath in the state level swearing in ceremony

Leave a comment

Karnal / Chandigarh June 1

All the office bearers of Aam Aadmi Party took part in the oath taking ceremony on Thursday at Dr. Mangalsen Auditorium located at Ambedkar Chowk, Karnal. National General Secretary (Organization) Dr. Sandeep Pathak administered the oath to all the office bearers. Earlier, he infused enthusiasm among the workers. During this, 1150 office bearers took oath. State President of Aam Aadmi Party and Rajya Sabha MP Dr. Sushil Gupta, Senior Vice President Anurag Dhanda, Chairman of Campaign Committee Dr. Ashok Tanwar and National Joint Secretary Chaudhary Nirmal Singh and all the office bearers of the entire state participated in the swearing-in ceremony. Apart from these, Vice President Balbir Singh Saini, Banta Ram Valmiki, Chitra Sarwara and all office bearers from the district level of Aam Aadmi Party Haryana reached.

National General Secretary (Organization) Dr. Sandeep Pathak while addressing the office bearers from all over the state said that despite having less resources, you have chosen the Aam Aadmi Party, congratulations to you. He said that Kejriwal also came from a humble background. The whole system told him that if he has guts then contest elections and change the system and he did it first in Delhi and now in Punjab. He said that you give me your time till the elections, I will give it by forming the Aam Aadmi Party government in Haryana. He said that Haryana is the land of Mahabharata. There will be no more pleadings, we are here for battle. We will go for life, victory or death. Now the Aam Aadmi Party government will be formed here too.

As soon as the Aam Aadmi Party government is formed, every village will get 24 hours free electricity, “He added. There are no schools in Haryana for children to study. Similar is the condition of hospitals. The posts of 6000 doctors are vacant in the hospitals of Haryana. Politicians get treatment done in five star hospitals. They are not concerned with the treatment of the common man.

 He said that if Chief Minister Khattar comes out of Adani’s lap, then do some work. The Khattar government is engaged in promoting the capitalists. Teachers, doctors, sarpanch and anganwadi workers are all on strike in the state. More than 25 lakh youth are unemployed in Haryana. When good works can be done in Delhi, can be done in Punjab then why can’t good works be done in Haryana. Aam Aadmi Party implemented OPS in Punjab.

 He said that before the daughters wrestlers sitting at Jantar Mantar, they are our sisters and daughters. We will avenge the insult of our sisters. Won’t forget and won’t let you forget. He said that Congress and BJP looted Haryana fiercely. Congress for 25 years whereas BJP has completed 8 years. Both the parties looted heavily. According to the CAG report, corruption of Rs 11 lakh crore was done by both the parties.

He told all the office bearers not to run after position, money and prestige. Every worker will fight to pay the price of this soil. Believe in yourself, the Aam Aadmi Party government will be formed in Haryana. To form the government of the Aam Aadmi Party, I need fearless workers.

He said that Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann are coming to Jind on 8th June. The Aam Aadmi Party will start the 2024 battle from there itself. After this the block incharge level organization will be announced. He told all the office bearers that the deserving person will have to be elected. After this circle incharge will be appointed. After the circle incharge, a committee of 11 people will be formed in every village. We will start campaigning for the election with double strength.

Uncategorized

Exercise, yoga and medication can control diabetes: Dr Geeta Joshi

Leave a comment

IEP Chandigarh

Dr Geeta Joshi, an Ayurveda expert, said that Diabetes has become a major health problem worldwide, almost an epidemic. A major reason behind the sudden increase of diabetes is the changes in diet and lifestyle. Apart from the direct problems and risks posed by diabetes, there are many associated complications that are the indirect outcome of diabetes. It is a big trigger for cardiovascular disorders including heart attacks. 

India has a huge burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) with diabetes and hypertension being the major medical problems. According to a NATHEALTH Report, NCDs will cost India $ 6 trillion by 2030. 

A diabetic person is more prone to develop a heart disease or get a heart attack or stroke, as diabetes causes damage to blood vessels. Diabetics are unable to process insulin properly, a hormone made by the pancreas that allows the body to use glucose from carbohydrates for energy or to store glucose for future use. Insulin helps keep the blood sugar level from getting too high (hyperglycemia) or too low (hypoglycemia). 

If there is little or no insulin being produced or if the body becomes resistant to insulin, the glucose stays in the bloodstream and can’t move across to the body’s cells.

Over time, high blood glucose levels can damage blood vessels and the nerves that control the heart and its blood vessels. If one is diabetic for a long time, he/she is at a greater risk of developing heart disease. Diabetic people tend to develop heart disease at a younger age than people without diabetes. Diabetic adults face heart disease and stroke as the most common causes of death, and also are nearly twice as likely to die from heart disease or stroke as people without diabetes.

Being overweight is directly linked to several risk factors like diabetes and high blood pressure, the main triggers for heart problems. So it is essential to maintain a healthy weight, appropriate for your age, height and gender.

Along with having a balanced nutritious diet, it is equally important to avoid a sedentary lifestyle and making physical activity like jogging, running or yoga a must part of daily routine. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Besides this, it is also advisable to get regular health check-ups done and keep an eye on the sugar levels.

For the treatment of coronary heart diseases, it is strongly recommended that all people with diabetes must have their heart disease risk factors checked as aggressively and routinely as people who have already had heart attacks. 

People with diabetes and signs of coronary heart disease are also advised to make lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, eating a healthy and balanced diet and also incorporating physical activity into their day to day activities. Some patients may also be prescribed to some kind of medication such as; ACE inhibitors, calcium channel blockers, statins and a low dose of aspirin.

Eat the right foods

  • Eat more healthy carbs, which include whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables. Healthy carbs are digested slowly, helping you feel full for longer and keeping blood sugar and insulin levels stable.
  • Avoid unhealthy carbs such as white flour, refined sugar and white rice that have been stripped of all bran, fibre and nutrients. They digest quickly and spike sugar levels.
  • It is better to eat a mixture of millets such as jowar, bajra and ragi along with wheat. Try alternate foods like amaranth seeds and quinoa. They all are rich in fiber and have high content of minerals.
  • Add high-quality protein to your diet
  • Adults should aim for 1 gram of lean protein for each kilogram of weight.
  • Replace red meat with fish, chicken.
  • Vegetarians can opt for low fat dairy products, whole pulses, beans, soya and mixed whole grains.
  • Egg whites are a good source of lean proteins.

Eat healthy fats

  • Coconut oil, nuts and seeds, extra-virgin olive oil, mustard oil, desi ghee and butter are good sources of healthy fat. Eating healthy fats helps burn fat by speeding up your metabolism.

Go for vegetables

  • Most fruits and vegetables are high in fibre and nutrient dense, but low in calories making them ideal for diabetics who often need to watch their calorie intake. The general rule for diabetics is that root vegetables should be eaten in moderation, while green and red vegetables are great choices. Green leafy vegetables such as lettuce and spinach and broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower are good too.
  • Red vegetables are good for diabetics. A high intake of magnesium has been linked to a lower risk of developing type-2 diabetes as well as increased insulin sensitivity. Magnesium rich vegetables, including black beans, spinach, okra, broccoli and peas should be eaten regularly.

Lot of fruits

  • Cherries, grapefruit, prunes, apricots, apple, peach, guava and oranges do not cause a spike in blood sugar level.

2. How much to eat

  • This depends upon your body weight, age and physical activity. Make sure that your body mass index (BMI) lies within the range of 18.5 – 22.9. BMI is equal to weight in kg / height in meters square. It is best to take advice from a qualified dietician as to how many calories you require per day.

3. Add these herbs and spices to your diet

  • Cinnamon: Helps keep insulin stable so blood sugar stays controlled. Add half to 1tsp cinnamon to your morning tea.
  • Apple cider vinegar: It may lower blood sugar levels; use it as salad dressing.
  • Amla: It is low-sugar and fibre -rich fruit. It stimulates a group of cells that secrete the hormone insulin, thereby reducing the blood sugar level in diabetic patients.
  • Fenugreek seeds: These increase production of bile acids and subsequently reduce cholesterol and triglycerides. They also help in lowering blood sugar levels.
  • Chia seeds: These are tiny dark, nutty-flavoured seeds that are rich in nutrients like healthy fats, fibre and antioxidants.
  • Gum (gond katira): This soluble fibre prevents and delays absorption of simple sugars from the gut. It gives one a feeling of fullness.

4. Time your meals

  • Make sure you eat regularly: Have breakfast, lunch and dinner and have two snacks in between. Make sure you eat at regular rhythms and regular times to keep your hormonal clock in balance. Eat dinner at least three hours before sleeping.

5. Say no to artificial sweeteners

  • Avoid use of artificial sweeteners such as sucralose, saccharin, aspartame and acesulfame potassium instead of sugar as most of them have been linked to cancer in animals. As artificial sweeteners are much sweeter than sugar, they tend to make you crave sugar more. Instead, if you use one teaspoon sugar, it will only add 20 calories and you will be able avoid all the harmful side effects.

6. Exercise regularly

  • Get started with a regular routine of exercise and moving your body. It makes your cells and muscles more sensitive to insulin so you don’t need as much.
  • Exercise for 30 minutes daily.
  • Walk at least 10 to 15 minutes after meals
  • Sleep well, drain out stress

Get at least seven hours of uninterrupted sleep every day .Your digestive organs are replenished and restored and your hormones are balanced while you are sleeping.

Stress makes you fat and you tend to overeat and relaxation makes you thin. When you’re stressed, your cortisol level goes up. You feel hungry and your blood sugar and insulin levels rise.

Find something that helps you taper down stress — yoga, meditation, deep breathing….

Uncategorized

Nutritional and Health benefits of Millets

Leave a comment

IEP Chandigarh

Dr Geeta Joshi, an Ayurveda expert said that Millets are known as “Nutri-cereals” due to their high nutritional content like proteins, fibre, micronutrients and phytochemicals.

Type of Millets: 

Pearl Millets (Bajra): widely grown in India. Helps in controlling Type 2 Diabetes. 

Finger millet (Ragi): is rich in calcium, protein and iron. It’s famous in the Southern part of India. It has antioxidant properties and helps in Type 2 Diabetes. 

Foxtail millet: it is a good source of dietary fibre and minerals like copper and iron. It has a low glycemic index and is rich in antioxidants. It helps in controlling cholesterol.

Kodo Millets: rich in polyphenols and has antioxidant properties. 

Sorghum (Jowar): a rich source of calcium and magnesium for improving bone health. It improves blood circulation. 

Little Millets: rich in iron and helps in Type 2 Diabetes. It is beneficial for digestive issues. 

Barnyard Millets: rich in iron, calcium and phosphorus. It has a low glycemic index and is beneficial in Type 2 Diabetes

Health benefits of Millets:

Millets are easily available and easy to store. 

They are gluten-free, ideal for Celiac disease. It aids in weight loss.

It has a low glycemic index, is beneficial for lowering blood sugar levels and therefore controls diabetes, insulin resistance and hyperlipidemia.

It acts as a prebiotic to feed important microflora and help in improving overall gut health and easy to digest.

Army plans millet fest to raise awareness about crop among all ranks

As part of its initiative to raise awareness among all ranks and families about benefits of millets in diet, the Northern Command of the Indian Army is mulling to organize a mega ‘Station Millet Festival’ in Jammu and Kashmir, a defence spokesman.

The festival will be organized in near future as a culmination of an awareness campaign started by the command with the holding of a workshop at the northern command headquarters in Udhampur, the spokesman said.

He said the awareness workshop on ‘Mission Millets’ was conducted in collaboration with the Jammu University and was presided by Chief of Staff, Headquarters Northern Command, Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta.

The Northern Command is also planning various other events as part of ‘Mission Millet’ campaign to include essay, quiz and slogan competition at school level and cooking competition at unit level.

The spokesman said millets are not just a nutritious grain, but also a reminder of the “rich agricultural heritage of India” .

“To harness the untapped potential of millets for food security, nutrition and sustainable agriculture, the year 2023 has been declared as ‘International Year of Millets’. The Northern Command has undertaken a noble initiative to raise awareness among all ranks and families highlighting benefits of including millets in diet,” he said.

On the initiative of PM Narendra Modi, the United Nations has declared this year as the ‘Millet Year’ which is being supported by 22 countries of the world. Agencies

Keeps blood glucose level in check – Millets have several key benefits that set them apart from wheat and maize. They are high in nutrients, gluten-free, and have a low glycaemic index. They can help stabilize blood sugar levels for diabetic patients and promote insulin sensitivity. In addition, millets are a good source of dietary fibre, proteins, essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.

2. Aids in weight loss – Including millets in your regular diet can help with weight loss, according to studies. Millets are a type of whole grain packed with nutrients and fibre, which can help promote fullness and prevent overeating. One study showed that people who swapped rice for millets lost more weight and had better gut health. If you’re trying to lose weight, consider adding millets to your diet.

3. Friend of the heart – Millets are an excellent source of antioxidants, which have been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol levels and total cholesterol and keep blood vessels healthy. These antioxidants play a crucial role in lowering the risk of heart disease and stroke.

4. Fights out cancer cells – Millets, such as foxtail and proso varieties, are effective in inhibiting cancer cell growth. The phytochemicals in millets exhibit antiproliferative effects, lower the formation of cancer cells in the colon, breast, and liver, and don’t cause any damage to normal cells.

5. Improves digestion – The dietary fibre in millets helps improve the digestive system’s function. It can help with constipation, flatulence, bloating, cramping, and regularizing bowel function. It also helps improve the overall health of other vital organs like the liver and kidney and boosts the immune system.

6. Keeps you filled for longer – Carbohydrates such as rice and wheat are simple for the body to break down and process, often leaving a person feeling hungry soon after eating. It can lead people to turn to unhealthy eating habits to satisfy their hunger. Millets have a more complex structure and take longer for the body to break down, which can help keep people from unhealthy eating habits.