Evidence Based India

 What is fermentation technology? By: Azim Shaikh M.Sc Biotechnology  B.Sc Biochemistry (Gold Medal) Before the industrialization began, the term fermentation refers to any biological processes occurred due to the action of anaerobic microorganism. But in modern world, the fermentation encompasses all the process that are employed to obtain desired product.  Antibiotics, hormones, therapeutic proteins, nutritive supplements such as dried yeast etc. are prepared through fermentation production.  The advantages of fermentation over normal chemical synthesis of drugs and cosmetics Chemical synthesis also called as traditional way of drug manufacturing requires expensive raw materials such as irreplaceable precursors which usually increase the production cost of that drug. Some precursor chemicals are hard to obtained hence many manufacturer faces transportation issue. Fermentation employs cells (such as bacteria or fungi) or part of cells such as enzymes, specific prote...

  Homeopathy, estimated to be a substantial industry globally, has gained popularity, especially as an alternative to conventional medicine. With a significant portion of the population turning to homeopathy, it becomes imperative to examine its fundamentals, the historical context, its relationship with science, and the practices prevalent in the field. Basics of Homeopathy: Homeopathy, established in the late 18th century by Samuel Hahnemann, is based on the principle of "like cures like" and the concept of potentization. In homeopathy, highly diluted substances that cause symptoms in a healthy person are administered to stimulate the body's natural healing processes. The foundational principle of homeopathy revolves around individualization. The treatment is personalized based on a person's specific symptoms and overall health, emphasizing the holistic nature of this alternative medicine. Historical Perspective: Hahnemann's work, primarily detailed in the Organ...

               A yurveda is estimated to be more than 30,000 crore rupees (around 3.6 billion USD) industry. Around 80% of the population in India, Pakistan and Nepal have reported using Ayurveda as an alternative to modern medicine. So it is important to be aware of it to avoid harm. Basics of Ayurveda:                Ayurveda originated around two thousand years ago. Sushruta Samhita is one of the earliest books on Ayurveda that describes medical knowledge being transmitted from gods to the sages. In Ayurveda, the imbalance of " Dosha " is said to be the reason for sickness. It literally means a fault or defect. The three most important Doshas include: 1. Vaat : wind 2. Pitt : bile 3. Kaf : phlegm According to Ayurvedic doctrine, these three Doshas determine the physical well-being of a person. This theory is Indian equivalent to European humoral theory.   Another important concept in...