Air conditioning in cars cuts out more than 80 percent of germs, fungal spores and particles from outside air, providing a boon for people with respiratory problems or allergies, German scientists say.

In a study released at the European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ECCMID), a Hannover Medical School team monitored air quality in three cars between five and 10 years old that had been fitted with air conditioning.

The microbiological quality of air showed "an enormous improvement," ranging from 80.5 to 88.7 percent, when the air conditioners were on, the researchers say.

The scientists stress, though, that the test was carried out on cars whose air conditioners had been properly maintained and whose air filters had been changed regularly.

The team recommends car users examine their air conditioning systems as soon as they smell any suspicious odour.

The three cars were a 1998 Volkswagen Passat station wagon that had notched up 110,000 kilometers (68,000 miles); a VW Polo FSI saloon, also called a sedan, built in 2003 which had travelled 10,000 kms (6,000 miles); and a 1997 SEAT Alhambra van, with 175,000 kms (110,000 miles) on the clock.

The research is to be released on Monday, the penultimate day of a four-day conference in Helsinki gathering more than 8,000 experts in virology and microbiology.

 

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• It is bitter in taste
• This has to be taken occasionally
• This is not advised during medication, since it will reduce the power of medicine
• It is an antidote for poisons
• It is cooling
• It is good for fever
• It is a laxative
• It helps in digestion
• It is a tonic
• It cures insanity
• It is a very satvic food
• folk medicine

Agathi keerai is very good when mixed with milk and boiled and then made into curd and that made into
buttermilk if taken twice a day all female related problems can be solved..:White discharge,Vaginal discharge with odour,Over heat.Crushed leaves are applied to sprains and bruises of all kinds.A tea made from the leaves is believed to have antibiotic, anthelmintic,antitumour and contraceptive properties. The bark is considered as a tonic and an antipyretic, a remedy for gastric troubles, colic with diarrhoea and dysentery. A bark decoction is taken orally to treat fever and diabetes. Juice of flowers put in the eyes is said to relieve dimness of vision. The leaves also have medicinal value and are reported to cure night blindness in cattle.  The root is a well-known medicine for malaria.Leaves and flowers are used as poultices. The principal medicinal effects are due to the trees astringency, hence it is used against inflammation, venom and other poisons, bacterial infections and tumors. Root juices are used for poultices and the leaves are applied for rheumatism, swellings, bruises and itching. For systemic disorders, decoctions are taken internally. Root resin, mixed with honey, is taken orally for phlegm and root juices are taken as an expectorant. Sinus congestion is reduced by taking a flower decoction.

Source : www.indusladies.com

Nutritional Value :

1. The herb comprises rich amount of vitamin B1 (thiamin), vitamin B2 (riboflavin) vitamin B3 (niacin) and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine).
2. This will help you to convert carbohydrates into glucose
3. To improve the functioning of your nervous system.
4. It has also good amount of vitamin K.
5. It has an excellent source of minerals i.e. calcium, magnesium, sodium, manganese and zinc.

Medicinal Value :

1. In India the roots, stems and leaves has been traditionally used as an herb for treating acute and chronic diseases for thousands of years.
2. The indigenous Siddha system of medicine recognizes Vallarai as ‘Kaya Kalpa' or ‘elixirs of life'.
3. Many of the ‘Ayurvedic Rasayana' preparations use Vallarai as an important ingredient.
4. The traditional physicians of ancient Indian have recognized the plant's ability in healing chronic wounds, varicose vein, stomach ulcers, skin disorders i.e. eczema, psoriasis or leprosy, dreaded viral infections i.e. hepatitis and syphilis.
5. The herb has ability to balance your excessive BP to near normal level.
6. It is highly recommended as a de-worming agent.
7. The herb is also prescribed as an expectorant since it clears phlegm from your respiratory system.
8. It is a tonic and has ability to tone up your muscular tissues.
9. It improves hemoglobin percentage, RBC, serum cholesterol and blood sugar in your blood.
10. It activates fast growth of your hair, skin and even nails. It is identified as an excellent brain and nerve stimulant.
11. It is believed that this herb improves brain function and the mental ability as well as improves memory and learning performance.
12. You are able to overcome easily all your negative effects related with fatigue and stress.
13. The herb has potentials to improve I.Q. among children. It is also recommended for mentally retarded children.

Source : http://www.healthmad.com/Nutrition/Health-Benefits-of-Gotu-Kola-brahmi-or-Vallarai.410475

'Address proof card'

Many working peoples often shift their houses. For them, it is difficult to produce an address proof issued by Govt with latest address.

Our India post (post office) has come up with a solution.

Now you can get an Address proof along with your photo from India post. Since the ID proof is issued by India post which is a central government

Organization, it is similar to Govt ID cards like Driving license, Voters ID etc. It can be used for opening bank accounts, for getting telephone/internet Connections etc.

The total cost for getting this ID card is Rs.250/ (Rs.10 for application and Rs.240/- processing fee).

Inform everybody. This is very useful

For more details the candidates can enquire the nearest post office.

All frequent travelers….

R u searching for train availability? ?? Here s an easy way to find Seat availability of all trains in a single hit….
 
Found this site useful – Train availability calendar – Authorized site
 
http://www.cleartri p.com/trains/ calendar

If you (or your kids) were born in Chennai, you can download your (your kids) Birth Certificate in PDF format or print it directly from this site:
 
http://www.chennaicorporation.gov.in/online-civic-services/birthCertificate.do?do=show
 
Laudable effort from the Chennai Corporation. Hope others follow suit. Some brokers will be jobless now and the associated bribery among officials reduced.
 
Note: DOB Year Limit is 1950.
Death Certificates are also available for download in the same site.

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