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BIOPLASTICS: A SCIENTIFIC APPROACH TO REDUCE PLASTIC POLLUTION

  Bioplastic is a type of plastic which is biodegradable as well as eco-friendly plastic that is made of renewable natural resources. Bioplastics can be boon in removing the plastic waste problem which is contaminating our planet and causing pollution to the environment. We may better say that bioplastic (BPL) is pollution free and zero waste alternatives to traditionally used plastic. Types of Bioplastics (BPL): 1.                  Starch based BPL – These are used for the making wrappers for packaging, biodegradable polyesters etc. 2.                  Cellulose based BPL - These used for making thermoplastics and also for packaging. 3.                  Protein based BPL – These are used for making body panels of automobiles. ...

WHEAT GRASS: THE GREEN BLOOD – A COST EFFECTIVE CANCER THERAPY

Wheat grass  is the young green grass of a wheat plant . It is a thick, dry grass that appears like hay or straw but is bright green. It plays an important role in natural and medical aid, and has some specific health benefits. Farmers mainly grow wheatgrass for animals to eat, but it become popular as a supplement and a super food in recent years. This can be harvested for use in usually 7–10 days after sprouting. Some people call wheatgrass ‘green blood’ because it contains high levels of chlorophyll, which supplies wheatgrass products an unusual green hue. Wheatgrass also contains few calories but is rich in vitamins, minerals, proteins, and enzymes. Studies reveal that it has anticancer properties. Studies reveal the proteins and antioxidant agents in wheatgrass might help:  prevent diseases  reduce oxidative stress  boost the metabolism and storage of energy   It may be that chlorophyll is the most effective and nutritive part of green grass. “According t...