scholarly journals Cure and prevention of cardiovascular diseases: herbs for heart

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Suman Ray ◽  
Mahesh Kumar Saini
Keyword(s):  
Heart Disease ◽  
Drug Development ◽  
Venous Insufficiency ◽  
Adverse Reactions ◽  
World Market ◽  
Relative Importance ◽  
Threatened And Endangered Species ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
Free Tree

AbstractHerbs contribute to more than 60-70% in development of modern medicines in the world market either directly or indirectly. The herbal treatments for congestive heart failure, systolic hypertension, angina, atherosclerosis, cerebral insufficiency and venous insufficiency etc. has been known since ancient times. Unlike allopathic medicines, Ayurveda medicines are considered safe, however, the adverse reactions of herbal drugs is also reported. In this paper, we have compiled 128 herbs and their parts that have medicinal value to prevent, alleviate or cure heart disease related disorders. Jaccard Neighbour-joining cluster analysis using Free Tree software was used to assess the relative importance of plants in context with its healing potential for heart related disease. Based on the medicinal value in context with the heart, five major clusters of the selected 128 herbs were made. Correlation of the distance between herbs revealed that most of these herbs were found to have more than one medicinal property. The distance in dendogram depicted closeness of properties curing heart disease; as less the distance between two medicinal plants or two groups they will more close to cure particular heart disease. During drug development, a medicinal plant can be replaced by another plant of same group or by another plant of its neighbour group but from same pedigree. Thus, in case of non-availability of herbs or if it belongs to the category of rare, threatened, and endangered species, such method may add to new ways of drug development.

scholarly journals Spices-Reservoir of Health Benefits

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cheryl Sachdeva ◽  
Naveen Kumar Kaushik
Keyword(s):  
Disease Management ◽  
Nutritive Value ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Therapeutic Agents ◽  
Phytochemical Analysis ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Active Constituents ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Ancient Times

Spices contribute to the quality, nutritive value, and flavor of food. Since ancient times, they hold a great medicinal value. Their antimicrobial, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and other numerous properties have made them a potent source of therapeutic agents. Phytochemical analysis revealed presence of active constituents such as eugenol, curcumin, carotenoids in clove, turmeric, saffron respectively that explains the efficacious nature of these spices. Owing to their easy availability and consumption, it is advised to make spices daily part of our diet though in balanced amount as sometimes excess usage bear few consequences. Evaluating multiple benefits offered by these as immunity boosters especially in times of pandemic and incorporating them in our routine diet would improve disease management strategies. This chapter discusses the reservoir of activities exhibited by few spices along with the components responsible for these activities. Here, we also discussed their negative effects if at all.

scholarly journals Therapeutic effect of nifedipine combined with enalapril on elderly patients with coronary heart disease complicated with hypertension

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaoye Wang
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Coronary Heart Disease ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Adverse Reactions ◽  
Effective Rate ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Pre Treatment ◽  
Experimental Group

【Abstract】Objective: Toanalyze the efficacy of combined drug therapy for elderly patients with coronary heart disease and hypertension.METHODS:Sixty-six elderly patients with coronary heart disease and hypertension were enrolled from December 2017 to November 2018. They were randomly divided into two groups, 33 patients in each group. Patients in the experimental group received nifedipine. In combination with enalapril, patients enrolled in the control group received nifedipine monotherapy.RESULTS:Compared with the control group, the total effective rate, Serum Nitric Oxide (Serum NO) after treatment, CRP after treatment, HCY after treatment, and blood pressure after treatment were significantly improved (P<0.05). Serum NO and treatment before treatment in the 2 groups. There was no significant difference in pre-CRP, pre-treatment HCY, pre-treatment blood pressure, and adverse reactions during treatment (P>0.05).Conclusion: Theelderly patients with coronary heart disease and hypertension are treated with nifedipine and enalapril.

Indeginous Knowledge of Drynaria quercifolia (L.) J. Smith; An Important Medicinal Fern of Western Ghats

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 75-78
Author(s):  
Charana Kumar ◽  
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Clara Manasa P.A. ◽  
M. Jadeyegowda ◽  
Shrikant Gunaga ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mangifera Indica ◽  
Folk Medicine ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Medicinal Uses ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Host Trees ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
Similar Location

Indigenous knowledge on the usage of medicinal plants all over the world precedes the origin of modern medicine in healthcare system. Plants have given many health benefits to humans since ancient times. Drynaria quercifolia commonly called Oak Leaf Fern, is used in traditional medicinal system by different groups of people to treat various kinds of health problems however, in Ayurvedic System of Medicine it is sold in the name of ‘Ashwakatri’. The present study aims to document the traditional medicinal knowledge on Drynaria quercifolia in the Kodagu district. The folk knowledge believes that the host specific Drynaria quercifolia has considered as strong and effective medicine. This ferns collected from only specific tree species can be extracted for its medicinal value. Paper also deals with the tradition information on the preparation and consumption of folk medicine. Though the medicinal uses of Drynaria quercifolia has been described by many workers, the practice of traditional medicines significantly varies from region to region and also in the similar location of the same region. The survey was conducted in the Kodagu district of Karnataka to document the traditional medicinal usage of fern Drynaria quercifolia. To generate the information on traditional knowledge, frequent discussions and semi-structured interviews with folk healers viz., natividyas, knowledgeable individuals and forest tribes. Based on the results of the study it is found that this species is used for curing jaundice as folk medicine and the medicinal value of the fern which is extracted only from those individuals growing on specific host trees viz., Artocarpus hirsutus, Ficus mysorensis, F. benghalensis and Mangifera indica have found the effective results than the species growing on other trees. Study concluded that the host specific trees of Drynaria quercifolia are more effective in treating ailments.

scholarly journals A theoretical examination of the relative importance of evolution management and drug development for managing resistance

2014 ◽  
Vol 281 (1797) ◽  
pp. 20141861 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nathan S. McClure ◽  
Troy Day
Keyword(s):  
Drug Resistance ◽  
Drug Development ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
The Other ◽  
New Drugs ◽  
Relative Importance ◽  
Simple Mathematical Model ◽  
Significant Component ◽  
Evolution Of Resistance ◽  
Effective Drugs

Drug resistance is a serious public health problem that threatens to thwart our ability to treat many infectious diseases. Repeatedly, the introduction of new drugs has been followed by the evolution of resistance. In principle, there are two complementary ways to address this problem: (i) enhancing drug development and (ii) slowing the evolution of drug resistance through evolutionary management. Although these two strategies are not mutually exclusive, it is nevertheless worthwhile considering whether one might be inherently more effective than the other. We present a simple mathematical model that explores how interventions aimed at these two approaches affect the availability of effective drugs. Our results identify an interesting feature of evolution management that, all else equal, tends to make it more effective than enhancing drug development. Thus, although enhancing drug development will necessarily be a central part of addressing the problem of resistance, our results lend support to the idea that evolution management is probably a very significant component of the solution as well.

scholarly journals Revealing the Therapeutic Uses of Garlic (Allium sativum) and Its Potential for Drug Discovery

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Azene Tesfaye
Keyword(s):  
Drug Development ◽  
Therapeutic Potential ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Human Diseases ◽  
Active Components ◽  
Runny Nose ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Therapeutic Uses ◽  
Tract Disease ◽  
Chronic Fever

Background. Garlic is a common bulb vegetable that is used to flavor and flavor food. The plant contains biologically active components that contribute to its pharmacological properties. This paper attempts to examine the therapeutic uses and potential role in the drug development of garlic for various human diseases. Methods. To obtain crucial data and scientific knowledge about the therapeutic uses of garlic, systematic literature searches were conducted using key terms on well-known indexed platforms such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Medline, Embase, and popular search engines. Results. Garlic, which is utilized as a spice and flavoring ingredient, is found to have fundamental nutritional components. Carbohydrates, protein, fat, minerals, water, and vitamins are all found in abundance in this plant. The plant also has a high medicinal value and is used to cure a variety of human diseases. It has anti-inflammatory, rheumatological, ulcer inhibiting, anticholinergic, analgesic, antimicrobial, antistress, antidiabetes, anticancer, liver protection, anthelmintics, antioxidants, antifungal, and wound healing properties, as well as properties that help with asthma, arthritis, chronic fever, tuberculosis, runny nose, malaria, leprosy, skin discoloration, and itching, indigestion, colic, enlarged spleen, hemorrhoids, fistula, bone fracture, gout, urinary tract disease, diabetes, kidney stones, anemia, jaundice, epilepsy, cataract, and night blindness. Conclusions. The nutritional content of the plant is significant, and it has incredible therapeutic potential. The findings of this study are needed to investigate the therapeutic potential, as it may be a promising option for drug development.

scholarly journals Importance of Prosopis cineraria (L.) Druce as a Medicinal Plant: A Review

2020 ◽  
pp. 430-433
Author(s):  
Rancey Jain ◽  
Swati Jayswal ◽  
Bharat Maitreya
Keyword(s):  
Main Part ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
High Cholesterol ◽  
Liver Disorders ◽  
Prosopis Cineraria ◽  
Pharmaceutical Applications ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
High Cholesterol Level ◽  
Socio Economic Development ◽  
Ancient Times

Prosopis cineraria (L.) Druce (Family Leguminosae, Sub-family Mimosoideae) is known as “Khejri tree”. It is a deep rooted, nitrogen fixing, multipurpose endemic tree to the hot deserts of India. It has been used since ancient times, particularly for medicinal purposes, traditionally and socially. Traditionally paste, gum, smoke from leaves and pods are applied for antidiabetic, anticancer, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial purposes. Phytochemical component of Prosopis such as flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids, quinones or phenolic compounds demonstrate various biofunctions, such as analgestic, anthelmintic, antibiotic, antimetic, microbial antioxidant, antimalarial, anti-protozoal, antipustule and antiulcer activities. Dry pods of Prosopis cineraria are also known as sangria pods and it is the main part of Rajasthani dishes and also have a broader range of pharmaceutical applications like in pain, high cholesterol level, diabetes, an anemia, kidney and liver disorders. The Prosopis cineraria plays an important role in the socio-economic development of the farmers. The review explores the use of Prosopis cineraria across the all disciplines for its medicinal value and deals with cultivation, nutrition, commercial and prominent pharmacological properties of the “wonder tree”. KEYWORDS: - Prosopis cineraria, antimicrobial activity, phytochemicals, khejri tree, sangri pods, pharmacological properties.

scholarly journals Zanjabeel (Zingiber offcinale) Transformation of Culinary Spice to a multi-functional Medicine

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (4-s) ◽  
pp. 721-725 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fouzia Bashir ◽  
Zeba Afrin
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Herbal Product ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Zingiber Officinale ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Therapeutic Uses ◽  
Ancient Times

The various traditional systems such as Unani, Ayurveda and Siddha use several plant species to treat different ailments. The Unani (Greco-Arab) system of medicine has been practiced since ancient times for the treatment of range of diseases. Traditional medicine usually takes a “holistic” approach where the physical, spiritual (which includes mental), and most often social well-being of an individual are treated. Thus, the medicinal value of an herbal product may be intimately related to its nutritional and psychological aspects. It is estimated that between 70% and 95% of citizens in a majority of developing countries use traditional medicine for the management of health and as primary health care to address their health-care needs and concerns. Medicinal plants play an important role in the development of potent therapeutic agents. Zanjabeel (Zingiber officinale) is a very famous herbal drug which is widely used in world as spice as well as drug in traditional medicine. This article aims at reviewing the Zanjabeel on the basis of description in Unani system of medicine, its Pharmacological actions and therapeutic uses and to discuss scientific studies. Keywords: Zanjabeel, Unani, Pharmacological actions, therapeutic uses.

scholarly journals Ethnozoology of bats (Mammalia, Chiroptera) in Feira de Santana Municipality, Bahia State, Northeastern Brazil

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (7) ◽  
pp. 147-156 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria da Conceição Borges Gomes ◽  
Eraldo Medeiros Costa Neto ◽  
Martin Roberto del Valle Alvarez
Keyword(s):  
Medical Care ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Adverse Reactions ◽  
Feeding Habits ◽  
Northeastern Brazil ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
General Medical Care ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Ancient Times

The ethnozoology studies several manifestations of humans on fauna, whether inspired by affection, rejection, contempt or reverence, which are generally based on local beliefs and symbols. Bats stand out amongst those animals that make up the mythopoetic imaginary since ancient times. This paper records how bats are perceived by rural and urban inhabitants of the Municipality of Feira de Santana, Bahia State, Brazil. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews. Two hundred participants were randomly chosen, 100 residents living in rural areas and 100 living in different districts of the municipality. Data were analyzed qualitatively, considering the set of responses provided by all interviewees. The results showed that the lack of information is the main cause of adverse reactions that people have by bats. Most of these reactions are due to lack of knowledge on bats behavior, especially when it comes to their feeding habits, since the majority of the respondents believed that the consumption of blood is the prevalent diet. After each new interview, information about feeding habits, behavior and general medical care to be taken when having contact with bats, were offered to the participants. This study suggests that education is one of the suitable tools to minimize prejudice against bats.

scholarly journals An updated review on Couroupita guianensis Aubl: a sacred plant of India with myriad medicinal properties

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lawrence Anna Sheba ◽  
Venkatraman Anuradha
Keyword(s):  
Literature Survey ◽  
Brazil Nut ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Couroupita Guianensis ◽  
The Family ◽  
Baseline Knowledge ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Almost All

From ancient times, medicinal plants have been making important contributions to mankind owing to their healing properties. Their fundamental aspects such as safety, quality, and efficiency ensure the role of plant-based medicines in healthcare. Couroupita guianensis Aubl, commonly known as cannonball tree, is a member of the family Lecythidaceae (Brazil-nut family). Cannonball tree has gained worldwide attention because of its immense therapeutic values including antibiotic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antimycobacterial, analgesic, antiarthritic, anti-biofilm, antidiarrheal, antifertility, antipyretic, antistress, antitumor, antiulcer, antidermatophytic, wound healing and immunomodulatory activities. Almost all parts of the tree have been used traditionally for treating various ailments. It has been reported that C. guianensis is a rich source of bioactive compounds, specifically the presence of isatin, tryptanthrin, and indirubin is noteworthy. The present review covers in-depth literature survey concerning ecology, morphology, ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry and toxicological information of C. guianensis. This review attempts to summarise information relating to the medicinal value of C. guianensis to date in order to provide baseline knowledge for future works.

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