Dr. S. Shivashankar

Dr. S. Shivashankar

Dr. S. Shivashankar has a PhD in Biochemistry and is presently the Head of the Division of Plant Physiology and Biochemistry at IIHR, Bangalore. Dr. S. Shivashankar has made significant contributions to the understanding of the mechanism of internal breakdown in tropical fruits and role of antioxidants. He is also the author of the book, "Antioxidants in plants: Role and function".

Sprouts – Panacea for Many Ills

Health benefits of sprouts

Sprouts are an excellent addition to any diet due to their high protein content and abundance of vitamins and minerals. Read on for Dr. Shivashankar’s take on this under-appreciated gem. Sprouts have such a magical power due to their high…