Mughal #emperor Jehangir issued a royal order to #ban #animal #slaughter during Paryushan, a holy period for the Jains. (Express Photo)

Paryushan is a period of penance where Jains avoid any form of violence, including consumption of green vegetables.
Mughal #emperor Jehangir issued a royal order to #ban #animal #slaughter during Paryushan, a holy period for the Jains. (Express Photo)

To all the Jains and the Beings who believe in #Jainism, wish them all A very Happy Paryushan and #MicchamiDukaddam.
LIVE AND LET LIVE.

*TAPASAVIO ANE GURU BHAGWANT MAHARAJ SAATA MAN RHEJO.*
#jains #paryushan #festive #imichhamidukkadam

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20 TIPS

Today is Sunday... browsing through emails, got some useful tips to share.. cheers happy weekend 1. Rub your ears to boost energy:  Instead of reaching for another cup of coffee, give your ears a gentle self-massage.  According to Chinese medicine, stimulating the pressure points in the ears increases  blood circulation to all parts of the body, giving you an instant energy boost.   2. Cure hiccups with peanut butter:  Chewing and swallowing the sticky spread will interrupt your breathing pattern and  force your diaphragm to relax.   3. Use honey to soothe a sore throat:  A natural antibacterial and antifungal agent, honey can help coat and soothe  sore throats and alleviate minor coughs.   4. Blow-dry waterlogged ears:  Put a hair dryer on the gentlest setting and hold it a few inches away from your ear.  The increased airflow will help to evaporate the water in your ear.   5. Make warts disappear with garlic:  Garlic — which has been shown to have antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties —  is thought to be an effective home remedy for warts.  Apply a freshly cut garlic clove to the wart, place a bandage over it,  and leave the bandage on overnight.  Repeat every night until the wart disappears.   6. Blow on your thumb to calm jangled nerves:  The thumb has its own pulse, and blowing on the thumb will cool down the thumb and  thus calm the heart rate, as cold air can slow down your pulse.  This trick might also help simply because the act of blowing forces you to deepen your breathing, which calms the heart.   7. Sniff peppermint to quell a craving:  Chew mint gum, sip peppermint tea or take a whiff of peppermint oil.  Studies suggest that the scent of peppermint stimulates the brain to release  appetite-suppressing hormones and promotes a feeling of fullness.   8. Curl your toes to fall asleep faster:  The next time you find yourself tossing and turning,  try a progressive muscle relaxation technique.  Begin by slowly curling and uncurling your toes.  Then, work your way up the entire body, from your toes to your neck,  tightening a certain muscle group before releasing it.   9. Smile to make yourself happier:  Scientists have found that the simple act of smiling can lower blood pressure and  release stress, giving you an instant mood boost (yes, even forced smiles count!).   10. Press your tongue against the roof of your mouth to beat brain freeze:  Also referred to as “ice cream headaches,” brain freezes are caused by a rapid increase in  blood flow to the brain. After you down a frozen treat, trythrusting your tongue against  the roof of your mouth —  this will warm up the palate and ease the flow of blood to the brain.   11. Rub Vicks Vaporub on feet for congestion:  To temporarily relieve a cough, try applying the mentholated topical cream on  the soles of your feet and immediately covering with a pair of socks.  There is no scientific explanation for why this old wives’ trick works,  but many stuffy nose-sufferers (and even nurses and doctors) swear by it.   12. Use ginger to prevent motion sickness:  Twenty minutes before travel, take two capsules of powdered ginger to ease an  upset stomach caused by motion sickness.   13. Shake your head to wake up sleepy feet:  It happens to all of us — you’re sitting in an awkward position when all of a sudden your foot,  hand or other body part falls asleep.  To quickly eliminate that uncomfortable tingling sensation, move your head side to side.  The movement helps relieve nerve tension.   14. Alleviate nausea by massaging wrist:  Relieve nausea by lightly massaging the pressure point on the inside of your wrist,  about three finger widths below the base of your palm.   15. Squeeze lemon to erase pimples:  Banish breakouts by dabbing a little lemon juice on problem areas —  its antibacterial properties will help kill excess bacteria and reduce acne.   16. Dab on clove oil to alleviate toothache pain:  Apply a very small amount of clove oil to a cotton swab and gently dab onto the affected tooth area. The essential oil has been shown in studies to have analgesic and antibacterial properties,  making it a useful tool in treating bacteria-caused toothaches.   17. Inhale onion vapors for sinus relief:  Chop up an onion, put it in  a bowl and inhale the onion fumes.  The vapors help open sinus passageways, providing relief from sinus pressure.   18. Stop mouth bleeds with tea bags:  To stop mouth bleeds after oral surgery or injuries, apply a moistened tea bag to the affected area;  the tannins in tea help the blood coagulate faster.   19. Steam to relieve nasal congestion:  Steam helps to loosen mucus and clear out the sinus cavities, providing relief from nasal congestion.  A hot bath works, too.   20. Sleep on your left side to prevent acid reflux:  Researchers have determined that left side sleeping helps with digestion and eases heart burn pain. DSK

Real story of American Dollar v/s Indian Rupee

Real story of American Dollar v/s Indian Rupee.................... 

An Advice to all who are worrying about fall of Indian Rupee 

Throughout the country please stop using cars except for emergency for only seven days (Just 7 days) 

Definitely Dollar rate will come down. This is true. The value to dollar is given by petrol only.This is called Derivative Trading. America has stopped valuing its Dollar with Gold 70 years ago.

Real story of American Dollar v/s Indian Rupee Americans understood that Petrol is equally valuable as Gold so they made Agreement with all the Middle East countries to sell petrol in Dollars only.

That is why Americans print their Dollar as legal tender for debts. This mean if you don't like their American Dollar and go to their Governor and ask for repayment in form of Gold,as in India they won't give you Gold.

You observe Indian Rupee, " I promise to pay the bearer..." is clearly printed along with the signature of Reserve Bank Governor. This mean, if you don't like Indian Rupee and ask for repayment,Reserve Bank of India will pay you back an equal value of gold.

(Actually there may be minor differences in the Transaction dealing rules, but for easy comprehension I am explaining this)

Let us see an example. Indian petroleum minister goes to Middle East country to purchase petrol, the Middle East petrol bunk people will say that liter petrol is one Dollar. But Indians won't have dollars. They have Indian Rupees. So what to do now? So That Indian Minister will ask America to give Dollars. American Federal Reserve will take a white paper , print Dollars on it and give it to the Indian Minister. Like this we get dollars , pay it to petrol bunks and buy petrol. But there is a fraud here. If you change your mind and want to give back the Dollars to America we can't demand them to pay Gold in return for the Dollars. They will say " Have we promised to return something back to you? Haven't you checked the Dollar ? We clearly printed on the Dollar that it is Debt" So, Americans don't need any Gold with them to print Dollars. They will print Dollars on white papers as they like. But what will Americans give to the Middle East countries for selling petrol in Dollars only? Middle East kings pay rent to America for protecting their kings and heirs. Similarly they are still paying back the Debt to America for constructing Roads and Buildings in their countries. This is the value of American Dollar. That is why Many say some day the Dollar will be destroyed.

At present the problem of India is the result of buying those American Dollars. American white papers are equal to Indian Gold. So if we reduce the consumption of petrol and cars, Dollar will come down

The Above Details are translated originally from Telugu Language to English by Radhika Gr. Kindly share this and make everyone aware of the facts of American Dollar V/s Indian Rupee.

And here is a small thing other than petrol , what we can do to our Indian Rupee YOU CAN MAKE A HUGE DIFFERENCE TO THE INDIAN ECONOMY BY FOLLOWING FEW SIMPLE STEPS:- Please spare a couple of minutes here for the sake of India. 

Here's a small example:- Before 12 months 1 US $ = INR Rs 39 After 12 months, now 1 $ = INR Rs 62 Do you think US Economy is booming? No, but Indian Economy is Going Down. Our economy is in your hands.INDIAN economy is in a crisis. Our country like many other ASIAN countries, is undergoing a severe economic crunch. Many INDIAN industries are closing down. The INDIAN economy is in a crisis and if we do not take proper steps to control those, we will be in a critical situation. More than 30,000 crore rupees of foreign exchange are being siphoned out of our country on products such as cosmetics, snacks, tea, beverages, etc. which are grown, produced and consumed here. A cold drink that costs only 70 / 80 paise to produce, is sold for Rs.9 and a major chunk of profits from these are sent abroad. This is a serious drain on INDIAN economy. We have nothing against Multinational companies, but to protect our own interest we request everybody to use INDIAN products only at least for the next two years. With the rise in petrol prices, if we do not do this, the Rupee will devalue further and we will end up paying much more for the same products in the near future. What you can do about it? Buy only products manufactured by WHOLLY INDIAN COMPANIES.Each individual should become a leader for this awareness. This is the only way to save our country from severe economic crisis. You don't need to give-up your lifestyle. You just need to choose an alternate product. Daily products which are COLD DRINKS,BATHING SOAP ,TOOTH PASTE,TOOTH BRUSH ,SHAVING CREAM,BLADE, TALCUM POWDER ,MILK POWDER ,SHAMPOO , Food Items etc. all you need to do is buy Indian Goods and Make sure Indian rupee is not crossing outside India. Every INDIAN product you buy makes a big difference. It saves INDIA. Let us take a firm decision today. we are not anti-multinational...special thanks to rajnikantvs cid for a beautiful article and image courtesy http://www.hitxp.com/pics/india-500-rupee-note.jpg for inr and http://www.hitxp.com/pics/US-dollar.jpg for usd  #sagarsedge

what is Ocular Hypertension?

What is Ocular hypertension? 
 Ocular hypertension (OHT) can be used as a generic term referring to any situation in which intraocular pressure (IOP)

An increase in the pressure in your eyes that is above the range considered normal with no detectable changes in vision or damage to the structure of your eyes. The term is used to distinguish people with elevated pressure from those with glaucoma, a serious eye disease that causes damage to the optic nerve and vision loss.

Ocular hypertension can occur in people of all ages, but it occurs more frequently in African Americans, those over age 40 and those with family histories of ocular hypertension and/or glaucoma. It is also more common in those who are very nearsighted or who have diabetes.

Ocular hypertension has no noticeable signs or symptoms. Optometrists can check the pressure in the eyes with a tonometer and can examine the inner structures of the eyes to assess overall eye health.
Not all people with ocular hypertension will develop glaucoma. However, there is an increased risk of glaucoma among those with ocular hypertension, so regular comprehensive optometric examinations are essential to overall eye health.

There is no cure for ocular hypertension; however, careful monitoring and treatment, when indicated, can decrease the risk of damage to the eyes.-courtesy-agrawals eye hospitals

Simple Ways to Protect Your Eyes

Tonics for the Eyes

1. Wolfberries, also known as goji berries are commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to support the kidneys and liver, as well as to improve vision. Recent studies found that these small red berries are also a rich source of zeaxanthin, a carotenoid that can help to decrease your risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss in Americans 60 years of age and older. Usually available in dried form, wolfberries can be added to food or drank as tea.
2. Chrysanthemum tea has been used by the Chinese for centuries to relieve red or sore eyes caused by insufficient sleep or prolonged eyestrain. In TCM, dried chrysanthemum is prescribed to support the liver and lungs, and to strengthen the eyes.
   
   Bilberry is a commonly used herb in the West to strengthen eye capillaries and prevent eye-related disease and infection. Bilberry is sometimes combined with other anti-aging herbs such Rooibos and Sutherlandia Frutescens and sold as tonics for the eyes.
3. Preliminary studies found that omega-3 fatty acids can help to reduce the occurrences of dry eyes syndrome in women. Rich sources of healthy fats include salmons, sardines, mackerels, flax seeds and walnuts. (Note: Solely relying on dietary nuts and other plant foods may not give you an adequate supply of omega-3 fats.)
4. Vitamin A is essential to healthy eyes and normal eyesight, andantioxidants together with zinc may help to reduce the risk of developing advanced AMD. You can get your daily required amount of vitamin A through fruits and vegetables such as carrots, squash, apricots and sweet potatoes. These plant food contain high amounts of beta-carotene which is converted to vitamin A in the body. Getting your As through whole food also ensure that you will never get vitamin A overdose, which has been found to cause cancer in some studies, since the body will only convert as much as it needs.
   To get a hearty dose of zinc, opt for zinc-rich food such as oysters, red meat, beans, nuts, whole grains and sunflower seeds. For great sources of antioxidants (namely vitamin C and E), you just need to include plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables, like spinach, tomatoes, green peas, apples, oranges, kiwis and grapefruit, into your daily diet.
   
   

Simple Ways to Protect Your Eyes

6. While it is important to get adequate dose of ‘sunshine vitamin’ for healthy bones, studies have linked ultraviolet-A and ultraviolet-B (UV-A and UV-B) radiation in sunlight to a number of eye disorders, such as cataracts. So when you are out enjoying the sun, remember to protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays with a wide-brimmed hat and UV-A and UV-B blocking sunglasses.
7. If you are a handyman at home, it makes sense to invest in a safety goggle whenever you are operating any heavy-duty machinery or equipment. You won’t want to learn the power of a blade of grass or a chip of wood that is flying 100mph at you the hard way.
   
   
8. Don’t let an exciting, endorphin-charged session of tennis turn into a painful, black eye experience. Wear protective eye wear during sportssuch as basketball, baseball, tennis, squash and hockey to keep your eyeballs intact. But if you have glaucoma, which is caused by increased pressure within the eyeball, avoid wearing goggles during an exercise as the eye wear will elevate your eye pressure even further.
9. Do your eyes often feel dry and itchy in an air-conditioned room? Then the low humidity of the environment may be drying out your eyes. Standby some artificial tears, also known as eye lubricants, to relieve your eye condition, or a better option would be to consider using a humidifier to keep the relative humidity of your workplace or home between 30 and 50 percent.
10. If your working or living environment constantly exposes you to dust, smoke or other air irritants, short of switching job or changing home, you can install an air purifying device that meets your needs to keep those air contaminants at bay.
    
    

    Keep Your Eyesight with Regular Screening

    11. Get an eye checkup every two years when you hit forty and above. Many eye diseases progress slowly with no symptoms at all, catching many people by surprise. When vision symptoms become obvious, some irreversible damage would have already been made. Regular tests will help to detect any eye problem early and slow down, or even stop, the progression of some diseases before any permanent harm occur.
    12. If you are suffering from diabetes or high blood pressure, you should go for regular, frequent eye screening as advised by your physician, even when there are no symptoms of an eye condition. Because diabetic and high blood pressure patients are at a higher risk of contracting retinopathy, which can damage the retina and even lead to visual impairment.
        
        Vision of a person with AMD
    13. If you are dark-skinned, suffering from severe myopia or has a family history of eye disorder such as AMD, consider getting regular eye examination with an optometrist even though you may not be forty yet. These factors put you at a higher risk of developing visual problems than the average population.
    14. Here’s another good reason to quit smoking. Research has revealed thatsmoking harms the delicate tissues of the eyes and increases your chances of developing cataracts and AMD. Stub out today for your eyes’ sake.
    15. Obesity has been linked to a number of eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. It also increases your risk of developing diabetes, another potential eyesight destroying disease. So bykeeping your weight under control you don’t just fit better into your old clothes, you also prevent the onset of ocular disease.

        Eye Care for Computer Users

        16. As computers become ubiquitous, eyestrain related to computer usage is also on the rise. The US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has found that 75% of computer users surveyed “reported occasional aching or burning eyes at work“, while another “39% reported blurred vision“.
            Cultivate the habit of taking an eye break for every forty minutes of working at the computer. Simply closing your eyes and doing some creative visualization for a couple of minutes will help you feeling more relaxed and refreshed. You can also do a brief breathing meditation by following your breaths. Alternatively, get up and walk over to the next cubicle for a friendly chat with your co-worker and chill out together, that is if he or she is also in the same mood as you.
        17. Check your computer monitor for glare. If too much light is bouncing off your screen, re-position the monitor or install an anti-glare filter to cut down the misdirected light.
        18. Position your monitor about one arm’s length away from you and at or just below eye level, so that you don’t strain your neck to make out what’s on the screen.
        19. The proliferation of laptops with high screen resolutions makes words appear like ants on 15″ and smaller screens. Learn how to pump up the system font size on your Windows system and end your eye-popping days. For Mac users, you can’t change the system font size globally. You can either change the font size for individual application or use the Zoom function.
        20. Many web sites are created with font size 8 or 9 point as the default. If you don’t want to mess with your system font size, you can adjust the browser font size via the web browser’s font size setting. On IE, look out for ‘Text Size’ under the View menu. If you are using Firefox, a ‘Zoom’ is also available under the same menu. But note that this may not work on all websites, as some have their font size setting locked.
            
            
            
            

            Massages & Exercises for Sparkling Eyes

            21. Your eyes need exercises just like your body. Build up your ocular strength by doing this simple eyeball exercise everyday. Rotate both of your eyeballs clockwise for 25 times, followed by the same number of repetitions anti-clockwise, without moving your head.
            22. When your eyes feel tired and heavy, it’s time for you to take a break. Heed your body signals and treat your overworked eyes to an eye relaxation exercise. Rub your palms together for about 30 seconds. When they feel warm, cup them over your closed eyes and let your vision relax in the total darkness for a few minutes.
            23. Here’s another training exercise for bionic vision. Choose a point that is about one arm’s length away from you. It can be anything as long as it doesn’t move and it’s at eye level. Now focus on something that is much further away for about ten seconds through this point. Then return your focus back to the chosen point for another ten seconds. Alternate thisnear and far-vision training for ten times.
            24. Blinking may be your way of getting the attention of the lady or guy sitting at the next table, but it can also save your own eyes. When you are in front of the computer, your rate of blinking usually drops to a dismal level. To keep your eyes in good condition, besides taking frequent breaks, practice your seductive blinks often.
            25. To improve blood circulation around your eyes, try this: Close your eyes and use your middle three fingers to lightly tap around each eye. You should look as if you are playing piano delicately around your eyes. Do this for about one minute each day during commercial break.
                
                
                

                
                

                Good Vision Habits

                26. You’ve heard this since childhood: don’t read or work in dimly-lit areas. Insufficient light will strain your eyes and make them tired easily, causing your eyes to age faster. Get an adjustable desk lamp that allows you to focus light on where you need it most. Bear in mind that the finer the task, the more light you will need.
                27. When a foreign object gets into your eye, the usual reaction is to rub it out. Don’t! You risk causing serious damage to your eyes by rubbing in the offending object. Instead, try flushing it out with lukewarm running water. If that doesn’t help, get professional medical help as soon as you can.
                28. You share your food and even your clothes with your best roommate, butnever ever share eye products, like eye drops, eyeliners and mascaras. You might just end up sharing germs that can cause nasty eye infections. And these products should also be discarded as soon as they past their shelf lives.
                29. If you use contact lenses, follow the optician’s or manufacture’s instructions on how to clean the lenses, how long you should wear them each time (usually never more than twelve hours) , and when they should be replaced. Painful eye infections that required surgery and medication are not unheard of for those who did not treat their contact lenses with care.
                30. Does your shampoo or body wash irritate your eyes? You may pass it off as a non-issue, but if you already suffering from some form of eye disease, one less irritation is another healing chance for your eyes. Switch to shampoo and body wash that do not contain harsh chemicals such as sodium laureth sulfate, a common foaming agent, that may cause skin and eyes irritation.