In Indian-Ayurvedic medicine, hops has been recommended for restlessness associated with nervous tension, headache, and indigestion; its actions are reported as sedative, hypnotic, and antibacterial.
This study investigates the relationship between body weight (BW), environmental temperature (T), and energy metabolism in broiler chickens. Using respirometry chambers and calorimetry, researchers measured fasting heat production (FHP) in 76 groups of male Cobb 500 broiler chickens subjected to various temperatures. A simultaneous model was developed, revealing that as BW increases, the critical temperature […]
On-farm seed banks are a grassroots approach to conserving agricultural biodiversity. They work by allowing farmers to collect, store, and exchange locally adapted crop varieties. These banks act as living libraries of seeds, safeguarding genetic diversity while ensuring access to resilient and region-specific plant strains. By empowering farmers to manage their seed resources, on-farm seed […]
Peas are a good source of vitamins C and E, zinc, and other antioxidants that strengthen your immune system. Other nutrients, such as vitamins A and B and coumestrol, help reduce inflammation and lower your risk of chronic conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and arthritis.