Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera - scientific name of Ashwagandha) is a very widespread medicinal herb in Ayurveda. Apart from leaves, roots, twigs, seeds and fruits of Ashwagandha are also used in tonics and many home remedies to increase health and longevity. In many recent studies, Ashwagandha has been found to have anti-stress, antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, heart-protecting and immune-boosting properties. It has proven effective in the treatment of many types of cancer including brain cancer, prostate cancer, skin cancer, kidney cancer and breast cancer.
Sam Gambhir is an Indian cancer expert. He has done a lot of research on cancer. But he did not know that one day he would have to face a disease like cancer so closely. Actually, his 14-year-old son Milan Gambhir got a brain tumor. Since he himself is a cancer expert, he knew very well what form this disease can take. In February 2015, Sam sent Milan to Florida for clinical trials of stem cell transplant. Along with this, Sam started researching Ashwagandha, which has been known for its healing properties in India for hundreds of years.
After a year of study, Sam found in his research that an element called Withaferin A found in Ashwagandha is very important in destroying the cells that cause brain tumors. But by the time this conclusion was reached, it was too late and Milan died a few weeks after this discovery. However, Sam Gambhir and his laboratory are still researching cancer.
The laboratory is also preparing to test such equipment by which cancer patients can test their cells themselves. Such as 'smart bra' which shows images of breast tissue and 'smart toilet' etc. are being prepared.
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