Bibhitaki (Terminalia Bellirica) Bibhitaki or Baheda is one among three fruits of Triphala. It is a brownish-grey colored large deciduous tree of up to 30 meters height, found throughout India like – Punjab, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. It is also found in the lower hills of Southeast Asia and plains. This plant is composed of various chemical compounds…
Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid is under active and doesn’t properly make or release thyroid hormones. It releases many crucial hormones so a disturbance in its function can cause noticeable health problems. Some of the symptoms which are caused by hypothyroidism include fatigue mood disorders hair loss weight gain constipation cracked skin goiter There are natural treatments…
When inflammation is caused in the airways due to a chronic lung disorder, it means you are attacked by asthma. Airways become narrower and are full of mucus, which hinders the air flow. Thus making you gasp for air to breathe, repeated wheezing, coughing and chest also tightens. If not taken care of in time, it can prove to be…
Abstract Dhat syndrome refers to a ‘semen-loss’ related physical and psychological distress which is typically experienced by men in the Indian subcontinent region, including India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Dhat syndrome is also called ‘Dhatu dosha,’ because of the origin of the word ‘Dhat’ from the Sanskrit word ‘Dhatu’ which means ‘elixir of the body.’ The condition was first…
Mesenteric Adenitis: Overview Mesenteric adenitis is a usually mild condition which is characterized by the swelling (inflammation) of lymph nodes located in the ‘mesentery’ tissue of the abdomen. The condition is a fairly common cause of temporary pain and discomfort in the abdomen (stomach), especially in children. Mesenteric adenitis which is also sometimes known as Mesenteric lymphadenitis — typically affects children…
Garcinia cambogia is a weight reduction supplement. Extracted from a tropical fruit called Malabar tamarind which also has the same name — garcinia cambogia — used to be a traditional sour flavour in meal. In today’s world, it is popularly known for its effect on weight loss. It contains Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA), a biologically active substance in its skin. This…
Eosinophilia occurs, when the amount of eosinophils (kind of white blood cells (WBCs)) in the blood or body tissues increases. Eosinophils are created naturally in the bone marrow, in the blood stream and gut lining. They assist the body to fight against any sort of diseases or infections from outside. Normally, 5-7% of eosinophils are present in WBCs. But, if…