Maria Chiguvari
Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub
MUSICIANS often spend long hours travelling, performing at shows and recording music, leaving them with little time to rest and recover from the demands of their careers.
Local arts promoter and businessman, Dr Prosper Kaseke, says many musicians are turning to herbal products in a bid to maintain their well-being and cope with the pressures of life on the road.
Kaseke, the founder of Taproka Health Care, has developed his own range of herbal products, which he says are intended to support musicians and others whose demanding lifestyles leave little room for rest and recovery.
He said his experience working with musicians had exposed him to some of the challenges they face, including alcohol consumption and drug and substance abuse.
“Entertainment life is not easy. These musicians are always working and grinding on the road, with little time to rest,” he said.
“I wanted to provide quality herbs and natural products for my brothers in the music industry.
“I see these products as a form of nourishment and restoration to help them cope with their demanding lifestyles.
“I have noticed how most people are now using fake herbs which are destroying people in the name of helping and it is sad,” he said.
Kaseke said working with both established and upcoming musicians had given him a better understanding of the pressures associated with the entertainment industry.
He added that his interest in herbal products was partly motivated by a desire to help address drug and substance abuse among musicians and the wider community.
Kaseke claims that one of his herbal products helps cleanse the lungs and reduce users’ cravings for hard drugs.
He said his broader goal was to encourage musicians to prioritise their health while pursuing their careers, noting that demanding performance schedules and recording sessions often leave them struggling to get the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep.
“People normally need at least seven to eight hours of sleep per day, but the challenge is that most musicians do not get enough rest because of shows and recording sessions.
“Such routines can affect their brain function and overall health.
“We have herbs that we believe can help support the body as musicians cope with these demanding lifestyles. Most people are also taking pills that may not be necessary for their bodies, so we encourage them to consider natural alternatives where appropriate,” he said.
Kaseke said the company’s products were also intended to support people living with conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes.
However, he cautioned that people with these conditions should not abandon their prescribed medication in favour of herbal remedies.
