There has been an increase in the usage of purgatives especially herbal ones recently. Purgatives also sometimes referred to as laxatives (more powerful laxatives) are substances that loosen stools, increase bowel movements within the intestines and eventual evacuation of bowel to relieve constipation. Several types of laxatives exist. These include; Bulk-forming, stool-softeners (surfactants), osmotic agents […]
About 100 years ago, natural herbs were the main remedy for treating human diseases. It has been estimated that 25% of modern medicines are made from plants first used traditionally, such as aspirin, artemisinin, ephedrine, and paclitaxel. However, there is limited scientific evidence to establish the safety and efficacy of most herbal products. The wide […]
By Raphael Nyarkotey Obu, PhD The medical industry post-COVID-19 will not be the same. Herbal and alternative remedies have gained huge popularity amid this pandemic. The global complementary and alternative medicine market size is projected to reach USD 296.3 billion by 2027, exhibiting a CAGR of 19.9%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, […]
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection that, if untreated, may cause infertility. Symptoms include painful urination and abnormal discharge from the penis or vagina. Men may experience testicular pain and women may experience pain in the lower stomach. In some cases, gonorrhea has no symptoms. Garlic is well-known for its natural healing properties, and […]
Herbal Medicine, just like other Alternative Medicine has been in the system from time past; even when certain scientific authentications had not come to light. In our generation, science has proven to give meanings and justifications to some of these alternative ways of keeping the human race healthy. In the fraternity of Herbal Medicine especially, […]
