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A glimpse of Shilajit: The principles and history of Indian traditional medicine that have been lost to history

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Shilajit is a naturally occurring material that is mostly found in the Himalayas and was created over ages by the slow breakdown of certain plants under the influence of microbes. It is a rejuvenator and antiaging substance that has been utilized for ages in Ayurvedic therapy. Sanskrit for "Shilajit" is  " Shilaras ,"  and alternative translations include " conqueror of the rocks " and " destroyer of the weaknesses ." Shilajit is also known as  silajatu  in Bengali,  Uerangyum  or  Perangyum  in Tamil,  Mummio  or  Mumie  in Russian,  Hajar-ul-musa  in Arabic,  Asphalt ,  Mineral Pitch , and  Jew's pitch  in English,  Asphaltum  in Latin, and  Bitumen mineral  in botanical terminology.  Shilajit in Early Ayurveda According to ancient ayurvedic text Sushruta Samhita, during the summer months of Jeshta and Ashada, the mountains get heated as a result of the sun's direct rays ...
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Have you made your house asthma-friendly?

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The year 2020 has witnessed some of the tough times that the universe has ever seen in hundred years. The advent of a novel and potent coronavirus shattered the normal living style, giving way to mandatory work from home.  Initially, leaders around the globe came all together in support. And, under the guidance and directions of WHO, countries underwent complete lockdown with only access to essential services. With all this came the trending slogan ' stay home, stay safe ' that has been used throughout the interim of the lockdown period. Altogether, people came up to break the chain of social interactions/meetings. Stay indoor, Stay ill Interestingly this pandemic situation rejuvenated our Earth resulting in better and fresher air. The skies became much clearer and shinier than ever. But with the passage of time, the indoor air quality started degrading. It has also been estimated that indoor air pollution is two to five times worse than outdoor pollution.  Causes of indoor ai...
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