Abstract Yasthimadhu is commonly known as mulethi and is easily available in Indian cuisine. There are many health benefits of this herb that are well known by everyone, as described in Ayurveda many years ago. Our Acharyas referred it as Svarya that is good for throat and included in many more ganas like it is said to be the kanthaya,…
ABSTRACT Bees are one of the important parts of eco-diversity as we all are dependent on them for our survival. Bees provide us with high quality food items and other products such as honey, beeswax, bee venom, etc. Beekeeping also provides us an income source, especially for rural livelihoods. Bees are one the greatest pollinators that support food security because…
Abstract Dystonia is a disorder that makes the muscle contract involuntary. This can cause dull or winding movements. The condition can influence one part of the body such as focal dystonia, two or more parts or it can affect the whole body which is known as general dystonia. Muscle spasms can vary from mild to extreme. These spasms can be…
ABSTRACT Neuromuscular disorders are a wide range of diseases which affect the PNS (peripheral nervous system). In PNS motor and sensory nerves are present which connect the spinal cord and brain to the rest of the body. The predominant condition in these disorders is progressive muscle weakness and muscle wasting. These disorders affect the muscles and the nerves supplying the…
ABSTRACT It is a species of fungus which can be found throughout the environment, including in soils, plants and in household dust. Fungi is a group of eukaryotic organisms which includes yeast and a family of mushrooms. Fungi are like animals in that they acquire their food by absorbing molecules and secrete their digestive enzyme into the environment. They are…
ABSTRACT Humans have more than 600 muscles in the body. Some muscles lift, some help to move and some of them are still. The muscles also help to digest food, to breathe and to see. The heart helps in pumping of blood which is essential to keep us alive. Overall muscles play 5 important functions in our body that are…
ABSTRACT A Women is an adult female human, women inherit a pair of X chromosomes from their parents and is capable of pregnancy and giving birth from puberty till menopause. Female reproductive organs include ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina and vulva. In women’s life menarche is the onset of menstruation at the age of 12-15 years. During puberty females triggers…
ABSTRACT Peripheral neuropathies are a heterogenous group of conditions that are seen to adversely affect the state of peripheral nerves. A peripheral nerve comprises the nerves beyond the brain and the spinal cord. The extent of damage will determine the consequences on the body. Usually peripheral nerve damage may result in loss or impaired sensation, dysfunctioning of movement, organ or…
Abstract Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common infection that is caused by a virus which usually affects children under age 5. In this condition the child suffers from red painful blisters in the throat, mouth, feet, hands and diaper area. Hand, foot, mouth disease (HFMD) can spread easily as it is a contagious condition. It spreads through feces,…
ABSTRACT Multiple system atrophy is a neurodegenerative disease. Degenerative diseases affect the body’s activities such as balance, movement, breathing and heart functions. This can be genetic so sometimes it can be due to medical conditions such as alcoholism, tumor, or stroke. The various degenerative disorders such as- Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, spinal muscular atrophy. It can be life-threatening conditions. Neural…