Category Archives: Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari)

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus): Phytochemistry

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) is a plant that belongs to the Liliaceae family of plants. The plant is interesting foma phytochemical point of view as it may contain a number of phytochemicals that have important health effects. One of the main … Continue reading

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Asparagus racemosus as an Antidepressant

Asparagus racemosus is a traditional Indian Ayurvedic herbal treatment. Evidence suggests that Asparagus racemosus is able to affect the central nervous system, and in this way may affect mental function and mood. One reason for the mental effects of the … Continue reading

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Asparagus racemosus Against Anxiety

Asparagus racemosus is a herbal plant used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. The plant has medicinal properties on account of the phytochemicals it contains, and these include steroidal saponins and flavonoids, both of which have been shown to protect from mood … Continue reading

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Asparagus (Asparagus racemosus): Phytochemistry

Asparagus racemosus is a plant that belongs to the Liliaceae family of plants. Asparagus racemosus is sometimes also called Satawar, Satamuli or Shatavari. It grows at low altitudes throughout India. Asparagus racemosus is used as a herbal medicine in traditional … Continue reading

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