Herbalism:The next Generation Reproductive Biomedicine

Abstract

Reproductive biomedicine covers all stages of the human lifespan from birth to death. Any kind of imbalance or abnormality in the development, growth and physiology of the reproductive and associated systems causes great physical and psychological discomfort that often results in embarrassment for the individual. Although allopathy provides immense relief and comfort to patients, the costs involved are now becoming prohibitive for the average citizen. This crisis has led us to search for alternate forms of reliable medicine. Herbalism Is one form of ancient folklore medicine that has been neglected and at times brushed aside as witchcraft. However, an increasing awareness and a change of attitude has prompted a re-exploration of the potentials of this practice with a scientific bent of mind. Herbs with safer and more effective ingredients are currently being isolated and tested for use In reproductive biomedicine. The advances in information technology have also made it possible to establish databanks for various kinds of reproductive disorders and to link them with remedies offered by nature's laboratory. In this review we focus on some of the problems related to reproductive health and highlight the variety of herbs that could be used to deal with such situations effectively.