Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Introduction Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common functional gastrointestinal disorders affecting millions worldwide. Characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, or alternating bowel habits, IBS significantly impacts patients’ quality of life. According to the World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO), IBS affects approximately 10–15% of the global population,…

Aloe Vera : A Medicinal Plant with Proven Healing Power

Introduction Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis Miller) is a succulent plant long prized for its medicinal, cosmetic, and nutritional properties. Native to arid and semi-arid regions and widely cultivated today across Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, India, and beyond, Aloe vera’s thick, gel-filled leaves contain dozens of bioactive compounds that modern science…