‘National Nutrition Week’ was first marked by the ‘American Dietetic Association’ in 1975. The ‘Central Government of India’ adopted the initiative and launched a campaign in 1982, to educate people about the importance of nutritious food and encourage them to develop a healthy lifestyle. (1) Every year, from the 1st – 7th September, this weeklong...Continue Reading

Milk Thistle, commonly referred to as Silymarin as well as Doodh Patra in Hindi, is a herb native to the Mediterranean region that was later transported to North America by early colonists. Being host to a plethora of health benefits, Ayurveda acknowledges its medicinal value in treating liver disorders viz chronic inflammation, fatty liver disease...Continue Reading

Gelatin is a product made entirely of protein and small amounts of vitamins and minerals. Gelatin or its components are often taken by people as a supplement. Gelatin enhances the flavor, texture, and nutritional value of foods and is a common ingredient in soups, sauces, broths, candies, ice cream, gummies, and even cosmetics and medicines....Continue Reading

Green Tea- A drink for your well-being Touted as one of the healthiest beverages on the planet, green tea has steadily gained popularity across the world and in India. Unlike most teas that are made through the process of fermentation, green tea is made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. The fresh leaves...Continue Reading

Although originally introduced as a medication for severe hypertension in the 1970s, ‘Minoxidil’ in its topical form is preferred in the effective treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hair loss in men and women). It is also very common as an off-label treatment for other hair-loss conditions and has been proven to be highly effective for patients...Continue Reading

The month of August, every year, is observed as the ‘National Immunization Awareness Month’ or NIAM. This is to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. While the world’s attention is focused on developing new vaccines to fight COVID-19, it is also necessary to ensure that routine immunizations are not neglected. During...Continue Reading

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to achieve and maintain an erection firm enough to have sexual intercourse. Horny goat weed, also known as ‘yin yang huo’ in traditional Chinese medicine, has been used for centuries as a remedy to treat erectile dysfunction, low libido, and bone disorders. It is the extract from the Epimedium plant...Continue Reading

‘Citrus aurantium’ or more commonly known as Bitter orange or Seville orange, is a citrus fruit native to Southeast Asia. Bitter orange extract contains an active ingredient called p-synephrine, that is used to make various dietary supplements that help with weight loss, skin care and brain health. (1)  In 2004, supplements containing ‘p-synephrine extracts’ were banned...Continue Reading

Glucosamine is a naturally occurring substance found in the fluid around joints. Other tissues that contain glucosamine include the skin, nails, bones, and ligaments. Additionally, it also exists in bones, bone marrow, shellfish, fungus, poultry, cattle, and certain cheeses. The neutral form of Glucosamine is one of the most effective and widely used over-the-counter dietary...Continue Reading

Oral illnesses are one of the most serious public health issues and the most frequent chronic diseases afflicting humanity. Natural products are being evaluated as an attractive alternative to synthetic antimicrobials. ‘Azadirachta Indica’, often known as neem, Indian lilac, or nimtree, is a mahogany tree in the Meliaceae family. It is endemic to the Indian subcontinent...Continue Reading