Peaches, plums put obesity, diabetes on the run
June 19th, 2012 - 2:56 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, June 19 (IANS) Peaches and plums have bioactive compounds that can fight off obesity-related diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, says a new study.
The study showed that the compounds in ... Read more...
Posted in Health |
Himachal governor committed to promoting hydropower
March 2nd, 2010 - 5:58 pm ICT by IANS
Shimla, March 2 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Governor Urmila Singh's address to the assembly Tuesday focussed mainly on providing a transparent administration, tapping more hydropower, providing a proper rehabilitation package and promoting horticulture.
"The ... Read more...
Posted in Politics |
Persimmon fruit harvest quite a treat in Himachal (With Image)
October 25th, 2009 - 2:27 pm ICT by IANS
By Vishal Gulati
Shimla, Oct 25 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh is expecting a bumper harvest of the exotic persimmon with the trees literally drooping under the weight of the luscious fruit even though unfavourable ... Read more...
Posted in Business |
Cheaper plums match pricier blueberries in nutrients, antioxidants
January 29th, 2009 - 12:37 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Jan 29 (IANS) Plums are the rising new star in the food fashion business by the virtue of possessing high levels of healthy nutrients, according to scientists.They are likely to give ... Read more...
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