Herbal medicine uses plants to prevent disease, treat illness, and maintain health. It developed over centuries through cultural exchange, philosophy, and experimentation with native plants.
Research Tag: Ayurveda
Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) is an Ayurvedic herb used in herbal medicine for hormonal balance and stress adaptation. Although traditionally said to foster attachment and affection, Shatavari root extract is now more commonly recognized for its phytoestrogenic activity.
Traditional herbal medicine has long supported wound healing across cultures. This review examines recent research on cellular mechanisms, ethnobotanical knowledge, nanotechnology-based delivery systems, and microbiome interactions, highlighting the need for integrative approaches in clinical care.
