High Sensitivity C Reactive Protien (HSCRP) Levels and Correlation with Lipid Profile in Hypertension

BACKGROUND: Highly sensitive C reactive protein (HsCRP) levels a risk marker of future cardiovascular events can be elevated in patients with hypertension independent of dyslipidemia. OBJECTIVE: To find if any association exists between HsCRP and Lipid levels of patients with hypertension and assess the usefulness of HsCRP as a risk stratification in predicting future coronary artery disease. Based on the results provide primary prevention strategies for patients with moderate to high risk for CAD. METHODS AND MATERIALS: HsCRP and fasting lipid profile were measured in 50 hypertensive patients with a history of HTN for more than 6 months duration, who are on antihypertensive treatment. Serum HsCRP levels were catagorised into 3 groups (3mg/L high risk). The HsCRP levels and its association with hypertension and correlation with lipid profile was analyzed using SPSS version 20 software. RESULTS: In this observational study subjects with hypertension were categorized according to JNC 7 classification of hypertension. Subjects were grouped into duration of hypertension were compared with HsCRP levels and subjects categorized into 3 risk categories of 3mg/L high risk. There was significant number of patients in the moderate risk category with HsCRP levels between 1-3mg/L (p value < 0.001) but no statistical significance observed when correlated with the duration of hypertension or with the levels of Total cholesterol, LDL-C and HDL-C. CONCLUSION: In summary, this study observed that HsCRP levels of > 1-3mg/L were elevated significantly in subjects with hypertension (p value < 0.001) irrespective of their BP levels and duration of hypertension.There was no statistical significance and correlation between levels of HsCRP with levels of LDL-C or HDL-C. HsCRP levels can be evaluated in hypertensive individuals who do not have symptomatic CAD irrespective of abnormal Lipid profile and can be provided with primary prevention to prevent future cardiovascular events

Preliminary Antiplaque Efficacy of Aloe Vera Mouthwash on 4 Day Plaque Re -Growth Model: Randomized Control Trial

Background: Due to increasing resistance to antibiotics and rising incidence of oral diseases, there is a need for alternative treatment modalities to combat oral diseases. The aim of the present study was to access the effect of Aloe vera mouthwash on the dental plaque in the experimental period of 4 days and to compare it with the bench mark control chlorhexidine and placebo (saline water).Material and Methods: A total of 300 systemically healthy subjects were randomly allocated into 3 groups: Aloe vera mouthwash group (n=100), control group (=100)–chlorhexidene group and saline water-Placebo (n=100). To begin with, Gingival index (GI) and plaque index (PI) were recorded. Then, baseline plaque scores were brought to zero by professionally cleaning the teeth with scaling and polishing. After randomization of the participants into three groups they were refrained from regular mechanical oral hygiene measures. Subjects were asked to swish with respective mouthwash (Aloe vera mouthwash, 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash, or normal saline) as per therapeutic  dose for 4 days.Results: The results showed that Aloe vera mouthrinse is equally effective in reducing plaque as Chlorhexidine compared to placebo over a period of 4 days. There was a significant reduction on plaque in Aloe vera and chlorhexidine groups and no statistically significant difference was observed among them (p&gt;0.05). Aloe vera mouthwash showed no side effects.Conclusion: The results of the present study indicated that Aloe vera may prove an effective mouthwash due to its ability in reducing dental plaque.Keywords: Mouthwash, plaque, chlorhexidin

Assessing the Different Bio-priming Methods and Knowledge Dissemination through On Farm Trial in Salem District

One of the most important pre sowing seed improvement techniques for managing biotic and abiotic challenges is seed bio-priming, which ensures uniform stand establishment under adverse conditions. "Bio-priming" seed treatment combines biological (inoculating seeds with protective organisms) and physiological (hydrating seeds) components of vigour improvement, disease management. Recently, it has been employed as an alternate technique for not only to eradicate numerous soil- and seed-borne diseases but also improves the field establishment and vigour. In the current study, an On-Farm Trial bhendi seeds were soaked with two biopriming treatments Viz., (i) 10% Pseudomonas fluorecens, (ii) 10% Trichoderma viridi, for 6 hours followed by shade drying and sown in farmers' fields during kharif, 2020. Untreated seeds served as the control. The findings showed that 10% Pseudomonas fluorescens outperformed than Trichoderma and untreated seed in terms of yield (172.5 q/ha), net return (Rs. 2,58,750/ha), and benefit-cost ratio (2.59), The 10% Trichoderma primed seeds, which was the next-best treatment, had high yields, net returns, and BCR values of 169.8q/ha, Rs. 2,54,700/ha, and 2.56 respectively. So, it was concluded that bioprimingof seeds with 10% Pseudomonas fluorescens for six hours increased the production of bhendi. The dissemination of extension activities like training and method demonstration increased the understanding of farmers about biopriming from 5.4 to 52.5 percent

Unveiling the multifaceted attributes of Bixa orellana: An insight into its chemical composition, industrial application and cultural significance

Bixa orellana L., commonly known as annatto or the lipstick tree, is an evergreen shrub from the Bixaceae family. Native to tropical regions of Central and South America, it is now cultivated globally. Renowned for its striking red flowers and spiny fruits, B. orellana seeds produce annatto, a natural dye rich in bixin and norbixin pigments. These water- and oil-soluble carotenoids are widely used as natural food colorants, especially with the rising demand for synthetic dye alternatives. Beyond its industrial applications in food, cosmetics, leather and solar cells, B. orellana has traditional medicinal uses for treating conditions like gonorrhea, asthma and sore throats. Its bioactive components, including carotenoids and essential oils, offer antioxidant and hypoglycemic properties. This review highlights the pharmacological activities, phytochemical composition and industrial relevance of B. orellana, showcasing its diverse economic, botanical and cultural significance

A Review on the Smart Irrigation System

Agriculture is one of the broadest economic sectors in our country, many farmers and labor depend upon agriculture to develop and to increase the economy of our country. We use many wireless communication modules to communicate the status of the field. We use the smart irrigator system and the smart sensing system and many other sensors to use smart irrigation techniques efficient. The placement of different sensors in different positions of the fields to know the real status of the field. By this, we can automatically water the crop and operate different motors without any physical work. The basic components of this idea are to use the sensors and to get an efficient output in the agricultural sector.</jats:p