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What were the anti-ageing medicines Shefali Jariwala used that reportedly led to her cardiac arrest?
Reports say she died of cardiac arrest. Officials have said she was undergoing anti-ageing treatment. But the police have still 'reserved' the actual cause of death read more
Actress and model Shefali Jariwala, who looked perfectly healthy, passed away at the age of 42 due to cardiac arrest. In fact, several celebs before her who looked completely fine succumbed to heart disease. Actor Sidharth Shukla passed away due to cardiac arrest at 40 in September 2021.
And now, the actress' long-time doctor has issued a statement speaking to ABP news and revealed she had no serious medical condition and was undergoing anti-ageing treatment for the last five-six years.
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What the doctor said in his statement
The doctor revealed Jariwala didn't have any serious heart condition either and always made sure to stay fit and healthy.
Her sudden demise came across as a huge shock for everyone in the industry, along with her fans and admirers. The actress' last Twitter (X) post was about her close friend and former boyfriend Sidharth Shukla, as she shared a beautiful pic of them hugging each other at the Bigg House on his death anniversary. She captioned the pic, 'Thinking of you today mere dost @sidharth_shukla (heart emoji) (sic).'
Statement by the police official
A police official said, 'The autopsy has been done, but the opinion on the cause of death has been reserved. Based on preliminary information, it appears to be a natural death, and there was no foul play.'
Reports also say that the actress was undergoing anti-ageing treatment, which involved the use of Vitamin C and a drug called Glutathione.
What is the Glutathione drug
Glutathione is involved in tissue building and repair, making chemicals and proteins needed in the body, and in immune system function. People take glutathione for aging, alcohol use disorder, liver disease, heart disease, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
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Side Effects of Anti-Aging Products
Some people may experience irritation or allergic reactions to certain ingredients. Some anti-aging products have also been linked to an increased risk of skin cancer, particularly those containing retinoids or AHAs. Another issue with the anti-aging industry is the lack of regulation. In the actress' case, it has reportedly led to cardiac arrest. The investigation is still underway.
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