Author: Dr Andleeb Asghar, Pharm.D

Asparagus racemosus is another name for Shatavari. It’s also a member of the asparagus family. It’s also an adaptogenic plant. Adaptogenic herbs aid your body’s ability to deal with both physical and mental stress. Let’s explore some of the main similarities and differences between Shatavari and ashwagandha. What is Shatavari? Shatavari is a general health tonic to increase energy, making it a mainstay in ayurvedic therapy. Moreover, keep reading to find more about the additional health advantages it may bring [1]. One of the most popular Ayurvedic herbs for women, Shatavari is famous by various names worldwide. With a history…

What is the first thought that swoops into your mind when you hear the word ‘collagen’? Perhaps, something along the lines of anti-aging and miracle skin treatment? Well, collagen is considered one of the significant and essential building blocks of our skin and bones, muscles, tendons, and more. [1] So it’s no surprise why you would think so. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of marine collagen for your skin, hair, and more! Collagen and Skin Health For as long as our body keeps on replenishing its natural source of collagen, the skin remains taut and firm. But, as…

Over time, people are becoming more aware of the dangers that processed foods and carb-rich foods impose on their health.  One such controversial yet popular ingredient is sugar. Sugar is a carbohydrate (sucrose) that can increase blood glucose levels and also contribute significantly to the development of obesity, heart diseases, and diabetes. [1] Therefore, people commonly opt for white sugar substitutes, like stevia, brown sugar, or monk fruit sweetener. The monk fruit sweetener is a popular sugar substitute that has slowly gained popularity among people. In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know about monk fruit sweetener and…

Have your friends and family pointed out that you’re a picky eater? Do you sometimes feel that certain aromas, textures, and ingredients appear highly unpleasant that they suddenly make you lose your appetite? Or maybe some food items make you go from ravenously hungry to extremely nauseous within seconds? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, then you may have a condition known as ARFID or ‘Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder’. ARFID is an eating disorder that is most prevalent among the pediatric population, and some people carry this condition into their adult years as well. What is ARFID? …

You may be wondering, “What’s the best way to get beautiful and healthy hair?” Out of the thousands of solutions out there, Awapuhi shampoo is a promising one. It nourishes your hair and supplements it with essential nutrients needed for optimal hair health and growth! Let’s explore the possible benefits and side effects of using the Awapuhi plant for your hair, scalp, and skin. What is Awapuhi? Awapuhi, also known as Zingiber zerumbet or ‘Bitter ginger,’ is a species belonging to the ginger family. It is known to possess several essential and healthy properties for humans. [1] The Awapuhi plant is…

Essential oils are oils packed with some unique properties that significantly impact our health, beauty, and skin. Palmarosa oil is one important essential oil said to possess important properties and uses in the context of our skin and health. It is a sweet and aromatic oil with a characteristic smell similar to roses. In the preceding sections, we shall explore its different benefits. What is Palmarosa Essential Oil? The Palmarosa essential oil is obtained from a grass-like plant species called ‘Cymbopogan martinii’ or Indian germanium. This species is widely found and cultivated in East Asia, particularly in India and other…

While there are several causes of bad odor that come from the mouth, bad oral hygiene is not the only one, contrary to popular belief. You will be surprised to learn that sometimes, it is the formation of stones in our tonsils or ‘tonsilloliths’ that cause this bad breath to develop at the oddest of times. So, what exactly are these tonsil stones, and are they harmful to us? How can you stop them from developing in the first place? We’ll cover some answers to these questions in this article. What Are Tonsil Stones? Tonsillar stones, tonsil stones, or tonsilloliths…

Fad diets are becoming more popular, especially those promising benefits such as weight loss and fat loss. The boiled egg diet is one such fad diet that people believe can lead to effective and rapid weight loss. In this article, we’ll explore the possible benefits and results of the boiled egg diet. We’ll also take a look at the various boiled egg diet plans that you can adopt. What is the Boiled Egg Diet? For anyone who absolutely loves eating eggs whenever and wherever the boiled egg diet might actually be a pleasant change for them! This diet is based…

The modern and advanced world where we live today knows no bounds for moving forward gracefully. Over time, we have embraced several changes and have achieved countless impossible feats. Now, we stand at a place where our ancestors could not have even imagined reaching back in those days. Unfortunately, due to the lack of resources and technology. We now have some of the best and most efficient drugs in our pharmacological world. That are not just centered on treating one kind of disease but rather address a given dimension of diseases. That could be catered to easily through the prescription…

Sometimes, we struggle way too much with our hair and skincare issues that nobody understands the torture we face daily. Several issues keep us on our toes at all times. While at the same time making our skin and hair look rough, brittle, and lifeless. Ultimately, we have to resort to investing in expensive skin and hair care to eliminate of all our problems. However, there is no guarantee if these expensive remedies could help us with our problems or not. People often resort to natural and organic skincare products. Which work slowly, but indeed do work at the end…