Happy World Earth Day

22.04.2014

Wishes from

Dr. Sudhakar Kokate

Director PPRC, India

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Let Us

Keep the environment

C L E A N

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Plants

that

Eliminate Radiation

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Presented by Dr. Sudhakar KokateDirector PPRC, India

Study for Global Welfare

From this arose space,

from space, wind

from wind, fire

from fire, water

from water, EARTH

from earth, PLANTS

from plants, nutriments

from nutriments, MAN

…Upanishads Taittiriya

scriptures

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Urgent need:

to protect environment from Radiation

“Plants play an important role in

nuclear sites and indoor”

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Ocimum sanctum

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Ocimum sanctum

Family: Lamiaceae

Sacred Indian plant from ancient times

Plant shows different properties to cure varied

diseases

It purifies contaminated air

Suggested to possess anti-cancer & radio-protective

properties

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Adiantum

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Adiantum

Family: Pteridaceae

Absorbs 20 microgram of formaldehyde / hr

Absorbs xylene, toluene also

Especially effective against radiation from

computer, printer

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Adiantum

This plant absorbs smoke if workplace is paint

industry or smoke producing

Most effective natural cleanser

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Aloe vera

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Aloe vera

Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae

Absorbs formaldehyde, carbon dioxide, carbon

monoxide

One pot of aloe has resembling activity to that of

9 biological air cleansers

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Aloe vera

If toxins in the air increase / exceed, the Aloe

vera plant becomes spotted thus signalling for

HELP

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Rubber plant

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Rubber plant

Family: Moraceae

Multifunctional natural cleanser

Absorb carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide

Eliminate harmful substances

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Asparagus

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Asparagus

Family: Asparagaceae

Fragrance absorbs bacteria and viruses from the

air

It’s antioxidant properties are effective against

damage induced by gamma radiation

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Ivy

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Ivy

Family: Araliaceae

King in absorbing formaldehyde

Most effective indoor plant absorbing radiation

Absorbs 1.49 gms formaldehyde / sq. mtr.

Absorbs 90% benzene within 24 hrs.

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Cactus

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Cactus

Family: Cactaceae

Best option for reducing radiation and bacteria

Absorbs carbon dioxide and releases oxygen in

the environment

Gives oxygen supplement – basic necessity of life

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Chlorophytum

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Chlorophytum

Family: Asparagaceae

Performs photosynthesis under weak light and

absorbs harmful carbon dioxide

One pot is enough to perform as an air filter for

200 sq. feet room

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Chlorophytum

Reduces carbon dioxide and carcinogens like

formaldehyde, styrene

Decomposes benzene and nicotine in tobacco

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Clivia

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Clivia

Family: Amaryllidaceae

One adult plant can absorb one litre of impure air

and release 80% of oxygen overnight

It performs photosynthesis under very weak light

3-4 plants are enough in a room for absorbing smoke

and other contaminants

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Monstera

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Monstera

Family: Araceae

Good natural cleanser

Absorbs formaldehyde, carbon dioxide at night

and releases oxygen

Improves air quality at night

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Pachira

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Pachira

Family: Malvaceae

Effective natural cleanser

Releases oxygen and protects environment

Absorbs smoke, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide

It is radiation resistant

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Marijuana

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Marijuana

Family: Cannabaceae

It prevents the spread of nuclear radiation

Was used to clean Chernobyl

It absorbs radiation

It can literally “eat away” nuclear waste

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Mustard

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Mustard

Family: Brassicaceae

Protective against chromosomal damage and

oxidative stress induced by gamma radiation and

genotoxic chemicals

Absorbs contaminants from the air

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Cockscomb

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Cockscomb

Family: Amaranthaceae

Absorbs acute gamma radiation

It is a natural cleanser

Effective tool for absorbing toxic compounds

from the air

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Important tips

for

Computer & Printer users

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Keep away from radiation

Keep space between wall and computer

Ensure sufficient air and light in the room

Plant as many cacti as possible

Regularly consume fruits and vegetables

containing Vitamins A, C, E

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Eat fruits such as banana, guava, watermelon that

have anti-oxidants

Also consumption of Cucumber and Broccoli is

useful

Brisk walking, jogging, yoga and other exercises

are essential for computer users

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Let us take responsibility

of

Our Mother Earth

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Thank You!!

“BE WITH US”