There is a mineral that would help in muscle functioning, nerve signalling, maintaining heart health and for overall well being of an individual. We are now talking about the mineral magnesium that plays a huge role in the above said activities. Not many of us would know that certain compounds present in common foods would lower the absorption of magnesium or increase magnesium loss in our body. For maximising benefits, it is necessary that we must understand which foods to eat and which foods to avoid.
It was revealed by a research study published in the National Institute of Health that magnesium absorption was lower when the meal was served with spinach. It is known that spinach is an oxalate rich vegetable. The magnesium absorption was high when the meal was served with kale that is poor in oxalate. By this study it was clear that the presence of oxalates in the vegetable could reduce the magnesium absorption.
There are some other foods also that must be avoided as these foods would block or lower magnesium absorption in us.
Avoid beans intake:
Nutrient rich food that would block the absorption of magnesium in us is beans. It must be noted that the presence of phytic acid and fibres in beans are responsible for this. Point is that phytates can affect minerals like iron, zinc etc but magnesium absorption can also be affected. It is believed that pairing beans with Vitamin C would enhance magnesium absorption. It is necessary that we must consume magnesium supplements a few hours after intake of meals.
Avoid tofu intake:
It is worthy to note that tofu also has phtates and consuming tofu would lower or block the magnesium absorption in us. It is believed that separating magnesium supplements from tofu would help in magnesium absorption. Point is that this consideration is especially important for those with poor magnesium levels in them.
Avoid colas intake:
When we drink colas containing phosphoric acid, then magnesium would get excreted through the kidneys. By this, the magnesium levels would get lowered. High sodium content in the colas might lead to this effect. It is not advisable to drink colas simultaneously with magnesium supplements. For the sake of better absorption of magnesium, it is good to pair it with water or light meals.
Avoid caffeine intake:
Bitter truth is that consuming caffeine in the form of tea or coffee would lead to magnesium loss through urine. The reason is caffeine is diuretic. The effectiveness of the magnesium supplements would get reducuced when we drink caffeine containing beverages along with magnesium supplements. It is recommended that a person must wait for 1 to 2hours after drinking caffeine before consuming magnesium supplements.
Avoid alcohol intake:
Intake of alcohol would lead to urinary magnesium loss plus low absorption in the gut and impairment in kidney functioning also. It is essential that a person must not drink and consume magnesium supplements at the same time. Truth is that quitting or limiting alcohol intake would not only improve magnesium absorption but also overall health.
Avoid dairy or calcium rich foods intake:
For absorption in the digestive tract, calcium would compete with magnesium. It must be noted that consuming large amounts of calcium with magnesium through milk, cheese, yoghurt etc would lower magnesium uptake. It is essential to separate calcium intake and magnesium intake by atleast few hours
Service Code: REV-115 | Department Charges: ₹0 | Service Charge: ₹60
Purpose:
The Other Backward Classes (OBC) Certificate is an official document that certifies a person’s belonging to a recognized backward class community in Tamil Nadu. It is essential for:
– Reservation benefits in education and government jobs
– Applying for scholarships and welfare schemes
– Professional course admissions and competitive exams
– Availing government subsidies and concessions
Required Documents:
– Recent passport-size photo (Max 50 KB)
– Ration Card or Address Proof
– Existing Community Certificate (if available)
– Self-Declaration Form (download from portal)
– Income Proof – IT Return / Payslip / Income Certificate
– Parental income proof or caste validation documents (if applicable)
Special Requirements:
– Applicant must have a valid Citizen Access Number (CAN)
– Non-Creamy Layer Declaration is mandatory
– Caste name and serial number from OBC list must be accurate
– Applicant must provide details of father’s/mother’s occupation
Application Process:
1. Get CAN (Citizen Access Number)
– Visit: https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in
– Register using Aadhaar & OTP to get your permanent CAN
2. Apply for OBC Certificate
– Log in with your CAN
– Go to: Services – Revenue Department – REV-115 OBC Certificate
3. Fill Application Form
– Personal and address details auto-filled from CAN
– Enter religion, caste, occupation, OBC serial number
– Provide details of father/mother (alive status, occupation, employment)
– Accept non-creamy layer declaration
4. Upload Documents
– Attach all required files clearly in the correct format
5. Pay Online
– Pay the service charge of ₹60
6. Download Acknowledgement
– Save or print receipt for tracking
Alternative Method (CSC Centre – Recommended):
– Visit your nearest eSevai / CSC Centre
– Operators will assist with CAN registration, document scanning, form filling, and payment
– Pay the same ₹60 service charge
After Application:
– Track status with your Application Number under `Check Status`
– Application verified by VAO/Revenue authorities
– Once approved, download your digitally signed OBC Certificate with QR code and unique number
– Validity: Usually 6 months to 1 year
Important Notes:
– Provide accurate caste name and OBC list serial number
– Non-Creamy Layer declaration is mandatory
– Ensure all uploaded documents are clear andnd valid
– Applications can be saved as draft and completed later
– Certificate is digitally signed and can be verified online
Apply Online:https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in For Assistance: Visit nearest eSevai / CSC Centre
The Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare will organize the Agri-Business Fair 2025 in Chennai, showcasing innovations and opportunities in the farming sector.
The fair will be inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. M.K. Stalin, in the presence of senior officials and stakeholders from the agriculture industry.
Highlights of the Fair:
Participation of over 200 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
Large-scale exhibition on agriculture, technology, and business opportunities
Focus on promoting farmers’ welfare and agri-business growth
Free entry for all visitors
Place, Date, and Time:
Venue: Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025 & Sunday, September 28, 2025
Inauguration Time: 10:30 AM on September 27
Organizers have invited the public, farmers, and agri-entrepreneurs to attend and make the best use of this mega exhibition and business opportunity.
For the positive atmosphere it creates, many of us love the monsoon season, don`t we?!
It is true that we don`t like excessive heat, sweating, bad odour etc that are common in the summer season as they would create a lot of discomfort for us. Not many of us would know that the monsoon season would also bring us infections and diseases etc in us. The presence of humidity and moisture would help the viruses, fungus and bacteria to breed.
Mostly elders or senior persons are at high risk of getting infections etc especially in the monsoon season. There are certain tips that would help the elders to avoid infections in the monsoons season.
The tips
By eating fresh and light meals:
Meals that are easy to digest and that would boost the immunity levels must be eaten by the elderly persons during the monsoon season. The elderly persons must avoid eating street foods, cut fruits and raw salads etc as these foods could cause contamination.
By drinking safe water:
It was brought out by a doctor that hydration is importantand the seniors must drink boiled filtered water only. It must be noted that in the monsoon season water borne infections are very common and these infections might attack the elders. It is necessary to store the water in clean closed container.
By making hygiene a priority:
It is highly essential to have a good hygiene for the sake f the health to be good. In this regard, the elders must wash their hands regularly, cut their nails and must avoid contact with dirty water. This would help them to have protection against fungal and bacterial infections.
By staying safe from mosquitoes:
Especially in the monsoon season, diseases like dengue, chikungunya and malaria etc spread rapidly. In this scenario, the senior persons must use mosquito net or mosquito repellents and wear full sleeved clothes. More than these, it is highly important to make sure that the stagnant water during the rainy season gets cleared near the houses.
By identifying the symptoms early:
It is necessary that fever must be given importance in the elders and must not be taken casually. It must be note
d that senioror persons who are affected by mosquito based diseases or viral diseases would show several symptoms like fever, body aches, chills, sore e throat etc. It is true that timely medical consultation is a must to avoid make treatment more effective and to avoid certain complications etc.
