Tea and Health

The relationship between tea and health goes back into centuries. Scientists throughout the ages have commented on the beneficial effects of ‘tea’ on human health. The secret of healthy and long lives of the Chinese can be linked to green tea. Recent studies have claimed that green tea plays an important role in averting many types of cancer. The green tea comprises of polyphenol content which is an anti-oxidant. It relieves the body of many unhealthy toxins which can harm the human body. It amplifies the stamina of the body and reduces the armful fats. The doctor`s consultation should be taken before utilizing high intake of tea for disease prevention as excessive intake of tea can result into nutritional and other miscellaneous issues because of the strong binding activities of caffeine and polyphenols.

On the other hand, tea contains Oxalate. If it is consumed in high percentage, it increases the chances of kidney stone formation. A study of the year 2012 proposed that men who have more than seven cups of black tea have more chances of getting prostate cancer. The research was carried out on 6,016 men. Three hundred and eighteen people were diagnosed with cancer in the follow-up of the study. the 50% increased relative risk was based on the observation that 6.4% of those in the highest tea consumption group developed prostate cancer during the study period compared with 4.6% in the lowest consumption group (0-3 cups a day).

Bentham Science Publishers is a remarkable name in the STM Publishing Industry. It has 130 plus Online and Print Journals, 200 plus Open Access Journals and around 300 e-books. Some of their leading publications include Current Gene Therapy, Current Drug Metabolism, Current Molecular Medicine and Current Medicinal Chemistry. They have also journals based on “Current Alzheimer Research” and “Clinical Cancer Drugs.” These journals are an essential reading for all the clinicians and researchers working in these fields.

Headache:

Headache is considered to be one of the most common conditions of pain in the head. The major symptoms of headache are eye-strain, dehydration, migraine, sinusitis and low blood sugar.

Headaches can also be a cause of many life threatening diseases like brain tumors, meningitis, encephalitis, acute blood pressure and cerebral aneurysms.

Uncomplicated headache can be treated with the help of painkillers like aspirin, paracetamol, ibuprofen or more suitable treatment. In serious cases of headaches, doctors recommend Computed Tomography (CT/CAT), scanning of the brain and MRI in some cases. Blood tests also play a vital role in the diagnosis of different types of headaches.

Bentham Science Publishers is a remarkable name in the publishing industry. It comprises of more than 100 subscription-based journals and eBooks including topics on drug discovery science, medicine and technology amongst others. CNS & Neurological Disorders - Drug Target which has an article named “Central Sensitisation Phenomena in Primary Headaches: Overview of a Preventive Therapeutic Approach”  by M. Ranieri. The article aims to review the factors concurrent with an increase in central sensitization, in view of the choice of preventive agents for primary headaches.

Bentham EBook Review: Rural Lifestyles, Community Well-Being and Social Change: Lessons from Country Australia for Global Citizens

Bentham Science Publisher has a huge collection of e-books; covering all the major areas of science, medical, humanities, natural science, and information technology. Prompt solutions regarding publications are provided to the authors by Bentham Science. These eBooks are easily uploaded with the help of incredible internet facility.

A short review of the eBook Rural Lifestyles, Community Well-Being and Social Change: Lessons from Country Australia for Global Citizens

This edited e-book is a collection of articles that explores ‘rural realities’ of country life in Australia for global audiences interested in rurality, health and well-being. By transcending disciplinary-specific boundaries, this multi-disciplinary book not only presents contemporary challenges, but also equips readers with evidence-based knowledge to improve resilience in communities and individuals facing key issues such as aging, depression, disability, environmental degradation, limited service delivery and social isolation. Utilizing a variety of social science research methods, each chapter will enhance readers’ insights about rural amenities, geography, identity, culture, health and governance which impact wellbeing and lifestyle satisfaction. Collectively, this book exposes readers to ideas from a dynamic range of experts in the humanities, social and natural sciences to encourage a holistic approach to developing solutions for a complex social world.

New Journals by Bentham Science Journals

Bentham Science Publishers publish research articles and reviews in all major fields of science, technology, medicine and business studies.

Bentham Science has 31 high impact factor journals to their credit, which are indexed by outstanding abstracting agencies like Scopus, Medline, PubsHub, Journal Citation Reports and EMBASE etc. Out of the 300 Bentham eBooks published to date, 260 are indexed by Scopus.

With new fields always appearing, Bentham Science frequently introduces new journals in order to serve the interests in emerging academic themes. The upcoming new titles from BSP in 2014 range from novel topics such as green chemistry and microwave chemistry to biochemical engineering and technology transfer and entrepreneurship. For a full list of BSP 2014 titles, please log on tohttp://benthamscience.com/Newtitles.htm, where you can access each journal’s aims and scope, its editorial board, instructions for manuscript submission and other important information.

Bentham Science is a professional publisher of scientific research literature since 25 years. They follow extensive peer review in order to maintain the quality standards of around 20,000 articles they publish in a year. BSP is committed to innovative solutions to cater to the publishing needs of scientists, researchers, librarians and academic and professional institutions. For more information, please visit their websitehttp://benthamscience.com.  

What is Menopause?

Menopause is a condition in women which is defined as an absence of menstrual cycle for almost a 12 months’ time period. The menopausal shift begins with varying period cycle span and finally ends with the last menstrual period.

The menopause transition period is often referred as, Peri-Menopause which means, ‘time around menopause’. Although it is not a medical term but it defines certain characteristics of the menopausal transition period in layman terms. Furthermore, the term which defines the time after menopause is ‘Post-menopausal’.

When a woman reaches to its menopause, it means that the woman’s ovaries stop functioning. A pair of ovaries present in women is a reproductive gland which is placed in the pelvis, each on both side of the uterus. The function of an ovary is to produce eggs and hormones like estrogen. Throughout the monthly period, an egg is released from an ovary and it travels to the uterus with the help of a Fallopian tube. This is why, after menopause, the women is no longer fertile or is able to reproduce or get pregnant.

Just like puberty, menopause is a part of life. It is not a disease or an illness. However, there are certain side effects that appear in women after their menopause. These complications include; Hot flashes, night sweats, disturbed sleep patterns, mood swings, hair loss and in severe cases, the women can potentially suffer from Cardiovascular diseases, Osteoporosis, Urinary incontinence, Overweight/obesity, Breast cancer and depression.

To get rid of these conditions, you can do plenty of exercise, try to be calm and reduce the level of stress, avoid spicy food, alcohol or even smoking and set a target of sleeping.

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SKIN GRAFTING PROCEDURE:

According to Merriam-Webster, Skin Grafting is defined as “A piece of skin that is surgically removed from a donor area to replace skin in a defective or denuded area (as one that has been burned).” (http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skin%20graft)

Skin Grating is a procedure of removal and transplantation of healthy skin from one area of the body to another. The tissue which is transplanted is said to be a skin graft. If someone`s skin is damaged badly, then he or she can be treated with the help of skin grafting.

There are two major types of skin grafting. One of them is thin layer skin graft. In this type, a thin layer of skin is taken away from the healthiest part of the human body. The other one is the full thickness skin graft which is more risky as it totally depends upon the condition whether the skin is suitable for the body or not.

There are various risk factors involved in skin grafting surgery. Some of them include nerve damage, bleeding, infection, loss of grafted skin etc.

Most of these surgeries are successful but it is not guaranteed that the patients who have gone through this surgery are completely recovered and they will not face any problems after the surgery. Sometimes they require the re-grafting of the skin. The grafting should be regularly monitored for good circulation.

Bentham Science Journal “Recent Patents on Biotechnology” publishes review and research articles, and guest edited thematic issues on recent patents in the field of biotechnology. The journal is essential reading for all researchers involved in all fields of biotechnology. The journal is indexed in Scopus, EMBASE, Medline / Pub Med. For further details about this Bentham Journal, please visit:

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The Importance of Vitamins in our Daily Life:

Vitamins are an indispensible element of a human life; they play an important role in the health, functionality and development of a human body. There are various types of vitamins along with their diversified benefits such as growth of hair, blood formation, nails prevention, diseases and skin prevention.

When talk about vitamins; Vitamin A is beneficial for the functionality of tissues, development of bones, also it improves the vision of a human eye. Moreover, the usage of vitamin A can be helpful in prevention various types of respiratory diseases.

However, the deficiency of vitamin A can cause joint pain, decreased visibility and dry eyes. One can get over with the deficiency of vitamin A by eating vitamin A rich diet that includes, fish, fruits, liver, vegetables, butter and cheese.

Another vitamin which is known as Vitamin B1 or Thiamine helps in controlling the human nervous system. It plays a vital part in the digestion of sugar and other fats. The deficiency of this vitamin can lead a person to total memory loss, concentration, depression and Beriberi, a disease. People can eat food which is rich with Vitamin B1 such as, bread, almonds, milk and olives to get rid of this shortage.

Vitamin B2 widely known as Riboflavin is helps in the proper growth of a human body. It maintains your nails, hair and healthy skin. Due to its deficiency people can come across conditions like; sore throat, various skin problems and anemia. People can get rich amount of Vitamin B2 trough numerous green vegetables, cheese, milk and fish.

Vitamin C which is generally known as Ascorbic Acid plays a vital part in the growth, repairing of tissue cells and blood vessels. It also helps in the healing process of wound and various transmittable diseases. Lemon, Kiwi and Strawberry are highly rich in Vitamin C.

Vitamin D which is a big concern now days plays a vital role in the development and maintenance of bones, joints, teeth and protection of nervous system. The deficiency of this vitamin can lead to the destruction of cells; anemia and muscle problems. Fish Liver Oil, Salmon, Tuna, Egg Yolk are good source of Vitamin D.

Latest eBook of Bentham Science Publishers- Advanced Numerical Methods for Complex Environmental Models: Needs and Availability:

Bentham Science Publishers is a reputable name in the STM publishing industry. It serves Scholars, Doctors, Scientists, researchers and other professionals in the fields of, Pharmaceutical, Biomedical, Engineering, Medical, Medicine, Technology, Computer and Social Sciences. Moreover, they have a wide range eBooks and Journals which features the current information and researches in the fields. 

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Here is the review of one of the eBook of Bentham Science Publishers- Advanced Numerical Methods for Complex Environmental Models: Needs and Availability: ‘High air pollution levels pose a significant threat to plants, animals and human beings. Efforts by researchers are directed towards keeping air pollution levels below well defined ‘critical‘ levels in order to maintain a sustainable atmosphere and environmental system. The application of advanced mathematical models is important for researchers to achieve this goal as efficiently as possible.

Mathematical models can be used to predict answers to many important questions about the environment. However, their application will be successful only when several theoretical and practical obstacles are efficiently removed. A successfully applicable mathematical model needs to enable researchers to

• Mathematically describe all important physical and chemical processes.

• Apply fast and sufficiently accurate numerical methods.

• Ensure that the model runs efficiently on modern high speed computers. 

• Use high quality input data, both meteorological data and emission inventories, in the runs.

• Verify the model results by comparing them with reliable measurements taken in different parts of the spatial domain of the model. 

• Carry out long series of sensitivity experiments to check the response of the model to changes of different key parameters.

• Visualize and animate the output results in order to make them easily understandable even to non-specialists.

This monograph thoroughly describes mathematical methods useful for various situations in environmental modeling - including finite difference methods, splitting methods, parallel computation, etc. - and provides a framework for resolving problems posed in relation to the points listed above. Chapters are written by well-known specialists making this book a handy reference for researchers, university teachers and students working and studying in the areas of air pollution, meteorology, applied mathematics and computer science. 

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A Possible Cure for Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) or Sickle Cell Anemia (SCA) is a hereditary blood disorder, in which the red blood cells transform into a ‘sickle’ shape. It disrupts the natural circulation of blood. This mutation of the red blood cells can be extremely dangerous for the patients. Not only it can make the patient anemic, it can also reduce the life expectancy. SCD is hereditary. In simpler words, the cell change their shape from ‘disc like’ to ‘sickle’ shape when the DNA of a new born baby send signal to transform the hemoglobin (the Oxygen carrying component of the red blood cells) from ‘fetal’ to ‘adult’.

Recent studies in the discipline of Hematology (the study of blood), have proved that the chances of an individual getting SCD can be reduced. According to the research, the researchers used a specialized tool, a genetically engineered zinc finger (ZF) protein, which they custom-designed to latch onto a specific DNA site carrying the code for fetal hemoglobin. They attached the ZF to another protein that forced a chromatin loop to form. The loop then activated gene expression that produced embryonic hemoglobin in blood-forming cells from adult mice.

The researchers had the same result when they experimented on human blood. Now the team of researchers will continue investigations aimed at moving their research toward clinical application.

Bentham Science Publishers is one of the leading STM publishers in the industry. It has more than 116 online and print journals, 150 plus Open Access journals, and related print/online book series. One of the numerous eBooks is, Immunology of Pregnancy 2013, which is a complete compendium of gynecological immunology, spanning from fecundation to delivery.

[This article is based on the news: ‘Flipping a Gene Switch Reactivates Fetal Hemoglobin, May Reverse Sickle Cell Disease’ by ScienceDaily.com] 

Neurological And Cardiovascular Disorders Have A Connection

Heart attacks are known to be caused by depression, stress, unhealthy lifestyle and eating habits, a typical accusation for heart patients. One in four deaths in the world is caused to heart failure. Researchers are always in search of finding ways in medicine and research to help humanity. 

Research has concluded that Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is caused by plaque built-up in the arteries.  People who have mental disorder are at a risk of developing CHD.

The factors causing heart attack has increased three-fold because of various mental disorders. Mental maladies like Schizophrenia, Bipolar, depression, personality disorders and many more, increase the percentage of having a heart attack.

Bentham Science Publishers is one of the leading STM publishers in the world. It has a wealth of online journals and eBooks, that answers questions in the fields of pharmaceutical, biomedical, medical, and engineering, technology, computer and social sciences. One of the subscription based journals is “Cardiovascular & Hematological Agents in Medicinal Chemistry”, each issue contains a series of timely in-depth reviews, original research articles and drug clinical trial studies written by leaders in the field covering a range of current topics in Cardiovascular & Hematological medicinal chemistry.

Hay Fever

The “Recent Patents on Inflammation & Allergy Drug Discovery” A Bentham Science Publishers’ journal publishes and research review articles, and guest edited thematic issues on recent patents in the field of inflammation and allergy drug discovery. This Bentham Journal is a useful guide for all researchers involved in inflammation and allergy drug design and discovery. For more information, you can check http://www.benthamscience.com/iad/index.htm

Hay Fever- also known as allergic rhinitis is a kind of fever that appears as an outcome of exposure to dander particles, pollens of various plants and dust. Hay fever virus; attack those individuals who are sensitive to these particles.

The main symptoms of hay fever are similar to cold and sinus pressures, itching, obstruction, middle ear effusion, eyelid swelling, sneezing and nasal congestion. People get hit by hay fever commonly during spring and haying season. However, people can get affected by this fever throughout the year. The diagnosis can be done through simple skin tests.

A range of medications are available for the cure of hay fever, for instance; antihistamines, immunotherapy, nasal corticosteroids, decongestants, sterile saline, rising of nasal passages and etc. 

Bentham Science eBook: Tuberculosis Treatment: The Search for New Drugs:

Bentham Science Publisher has a huge collection of e-books; covering all the major areas of science, medical, humanities, natural science, and information technology. Prompt solutions regarding publications are provided to the authors by Bentham Science. These eBooks are easily uploaded with the help of incredible internet facility.

Despite the high impact on human health caused by Tuberculosis (TB) infections worldwide, nearly 45 years have passed since a novel drug was introduced for its treatment. As MDR-TB and XDR-TB cases appear globally new strategies and drugs are desperately needed to address this problem. Tuberculosis Treatment: The Search for New Drugs covers a wide range of topics about TB drug discovery.

The e-book begins with historical information about Tuberculosis discovery and treatment and explores modern treatment strategies, formulations (synthetic and natural) and class of compounds. The extraction of important drugs from various sources is also covered in separate chapters along with information about promising drugs undergoing clinical testing. The e-book is a useful reference for readers interested in learning about the array of pharmaceuticals discovered and used to combat Mycobacterium tuberculosis infections.

To read more about this e-book, you can visit:

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Medicinal Chemistry: A Rapidly Growing Discipline

Medicinal Chemistry explains the relation of structure and functions of the molecules, which consist of the basis of life. The fusion of pharmaceuticals and the application of chemical research techniques encompass the field of Medicinal Chemistry.

In the early stage of this field, the scientists focused on isolating the medicinal agents found in plants. In the modern era, Medicinal Chemistry scientists are creating new synthetic drug compounds. The field evolves continuously and is stepping forward, every day, regarding drug discovery and its development.

Drug discovery and development is a long procedure, which involves physical, mental efforts and financial assets. The cost of this intricate process has reached $800 million, for transfiguring a new promising compound into a drug, and launching it in the market. The estimated time consumption of this discovery and launching, takes up to 15 years. The pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies should consider reducing the cost and drug development period. This will help the humanity in numerous ways because when the drug development takes less time and cost less, the persistent problems of the world will be easy to solve.

Bentham Science Publishers is an established name in the STM industry. They have a broad category of Journals and e-books. One of their journals is Medicinal Chemistry, which has an impact factor of 4.07. To read more about the medicinal chemistry drug development please visit: 

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Current HIV Research

HIV AIDS is a chronic ailment in which the human immune system is attacked by the HIV virus which completely destroys the healthy white blood cells (CD4+) T cells in the body. These cells are crucial for fighting off infections. When the virus attacks and razes these healthy cells, the result is that the patient becomes vulnerable to serious diseases and infections.

Antiretroviral therapy, or more commonly known as ART, is a common treatment for HIV. It is a combination of HIV medicines regimen. Although ART cannot really cure or uproot the disease completely, it is still used as an accepted treatment to prolong the patient’s life and improve his health.

Over the past several years, researchers have extensively studied AIDS and their findings published in numerous medical and scientific literatures.  ‘Current HIV Research’ is a popular publication journal covering the latest developments in the basic and clinical fields in HIV research. They include viral pathogenesis, virus replication, virus-cell interaction, HIV assembly, anti-retroviral therapy and drug discovery etc. The journal publishes review and research articles on the current understanding of the virus and its complex interaction with the host, social and public health issues related to HIV disease, and the prevention of HIV viral infection. To learn more, please log on to http://benthamscience.com/chivr/index.htm .

HIV AIDS afflicts millions across the globe and even more are in danger of exposure to the virus. World AIDS’ day is celebrated on the 1st of December every year for educating the public on HIV AIDS to help prevent the disease  and save lives. 

Bentham Science e-Books: Recent Developments in Manufacturing Robotic Systems and Automation:

Here is the review of one of the recent e-books of Bentham; “Recent Developments in manufacturing Robotic Systems and Automation”. This book is an updated reference of research activities that bring together various theories, methods, and technologies of robotic systems and automation for manufacturing and related fields.

 The book includes articles on state-of-the-art robotic systems and automation for diverse avenues in automation such as advanced manufacturing, developments in design methodology, kinematics and dynamics analysis, performance analysis and evaluation, intelligent manufacturing, assembly, sensors, control theory and practice, human-machine interface, and so on.

This book is an excellent research reference for engineers, researchers, and students that range from senior undergraduates to advanced doctoral students and professionals who are interested in robotics and automation.

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Suicide: A Global Perspective- Bentham Science eBook

Here is the review of the latest eBooks of Bentham Science Publishers- “Suicide: A Global Perspective”. This eBook review features the latest research and studies on Global Perspective of suicide: In the year 2000, approximately one million people died from suicide: a "global" mortality rate of 16 per 100,000, or one death every 40 seconds. 

In the last 45 years suicide rates have increased by 60% worldwide. Suicide is now among the three leading causes of death among those aged 15-44 years (both sexes); these figures do not include suicide attempts up to 20 times more frequent than completed suicide. Suicide worldwide is estimated to represent 1.8% of the total global burden of disease in1998, and 2.4% in countries with market and former socialist economies in 2020. Although traditionally suicide rates have been highest among the male elderly, rates among young people have been increasing to such an extent that they are now the group at highest risk of a third of countries, in both developed and developing countries. Mental disorders (particularly depression and substance abuse) are associated with more than 90% of all cases of suicide; however, suicide results from many complex sociocultural factors and is more likely to occur particularly during periods of socioeconomic, family and individual crisis situations (e.g., loss of a loved one, employment, honour). 
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Bentham Science eBooks: Methods to Determine Enzymatic Activities:

Here is the review of one of the recent e-books of Bentham; “Methods to Determine Enzymatic Activities”. This eBook book features definitions, classifications and applications of selected enzymes important in industry and in biotechnological processes. Analytical methods for these enzymes are also included in the text.

The main objective of this textbook is to provide readers information focused on the current analysis methods of enzymatic activity at qualitative and quantitative levels. Each chapter is about one specific enzyme and contains information about its substrate and some biochemical properties. The methodologies are presented as an experimental protocol allowing interested readers to reproduce the experimental methods detailed within the textbook. These protocols contain the principle of the technique, materials, methods, and all steps necessary for the determination of enzyme activity and interpretation of results. Each methodology is illustrated with photos and schemes for a better and clear understanding.

This book, therefore, uniquely brings modern analysis techniques of industrial enzymes in a single easy to understand volume. This textbook is suitable for undergraduate enzymology courses and advanced industrial biotechnology and microbiology courses.

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Bentham eBook: Advances in Alzheimer Research (Volume # 1)

Bentham features an extensive library of eBooks in all major disciplines of science, medicine, technology, humanities and social sciences. Electronic publishing has made reading more convenient for readers, who now have a much wider choice of selections and the relaxation of sitting at home and downloading eBooks instantly. A variety of eBooks are available on Bentham’s website.

Here is a short review of one of the latest eBooks of Bentham, “Advances in Alzheimer Research”. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is currently recognized as an untreatable, progressive, degenerative and terminal disease that is globally afflicting an estimated 36 million people and this number is growing in an unabated and frightening manner. Advances in Alzheimer Research, provides researchers with an integrated approach to AD academic literature ranging from basic to advanced clinical research. The series highlights the latest information in order to unravel the origin, pathogenesis and prevention of AD. The purpose of this book series is, therefore, to capture and discuss both, improvements towards the diagnosis and potential treatment of AD by established and novel strategies.

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