VITAMIN D – THE SUNSHINE VITAMIN
ABOUT VITAMINS: Micronutrients like vitamins and minerals are needed by the body for a variety of regular processes. These micronutrients must come from the food we eat because our bodies are unable to synthesize them. Vitamins are chemically organic compounds that fall into one of two categories: water soluble or fat soluble. Vitamins A, D, […]
Nutraceuticals support for respiratory diseases
Hippocrates, often regarded as the father of modern medicine, established over 2,400 years ago the significance of food in treating various ailments, optimizing its benefits in a classical manner. The term “nutraceuticals” is a combination of “nutrient” and “pharmaceuticals.” As per the definition by AAFCO in 1996, “nutrient” refers to a feed constituent that, in […]
Prebiotics vs. Probiotics vs. Postbiotics – What’s the Difference?
The human digestive tract harbors a vast and diverse community of microorganisms collectively known as the gut microbiota. This microbiota comprises trillions of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microbes that inhabit various regions of the gastrointestinal tract, primarily the colon. These microbes play a crucial role in digestion, nutrient absorption, immune function, and overall health […]
The Role of Nutraceuticals In Female Infertility
As we know, nutrition affects the critical biological pathways in the reproduction process, and to understand the role of nutraceutical products or an innovative approach in the treatment of female infertility, we should understand the present changing lifestyle that affects fertility.1 Natural fertility is changing worldwide due to various factors, such as environmental exposure, nutritional […]
The vaginal microbiome in health and disease
The community, or the residents of viruses, fungi, bacteria, and other tiny things that live on the skin and in the gut, also live in the vagina. What is this community known as the vaginal microbiome?1 The term microbiome refers to the genetic material of a community of microbes, which may include fungi, viruses, and […]
Marshmallow Root Extract: Respiratory Relief
Marshmallow root extract has a very long history of use in the treatment of oral, pharyngeal, and associated dry cough, gastritis, mild cough, skin burns, and insect bites. Many people use marshmallow root for multiple ailments, including skin irritations, cough and digestive problems, such as ulcers. What is Marshmallow root?1 Marshmallow root derived from marshmallow […]
Ivy Leaf: A natural and clinically proven expectorant
To get an idea about the natural and clinically proven expectorant, i.e., ivy leaf, let’s understand a little bit about the types of coughs and cough medicines. A prominent type of cough medicine is called expectorant, which is used to help clear the mucus (phlegm) from your airways. It doesn’t stop the cough like cough […]
Respiratory Diseases: Causes, Symptoms and Risk Factors
Respiratory diseases are one of the most common medical conditions in India. Whether it be a common cold, asthma, or a more serious respiratory disease such as COPD. Respiratory disorders can make breathing challenging and significantly impact your quality of life. It becomes very important to understand respiratory disease symptoms, risk factors, and causes to […]
Marshmallow Syrup: A Gentle Touch for Your Throat’s Comfort
Cough: Dry cough1 A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced (also known as non-productive). A condition such as dry cough is very irritating and can be associated with a tickly throat. The causes of dry coughs can often be casual viral illnesses such as flu and colds, but sometimes […]
Women’s Health Matters: An Overview of Menopause
Menopause is a natural biological process that occurs when a woman’s reproductive years come to an end. It commonly affects women in their late 40s to early 50s, though the age at which menopause begins varies greatly between people. Menopause is defined by the cessation of monthly periods and a considerable decrease in the ovaries’ […]
