scholarly journals Punica granatum L. (Dadim) Punica granatum L. (Dadim), Therapeutic Importance of World’s Most Ancient Fruit Plant

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 113-121
Author(s):  
Isha Kumari ◽  
Hemlata Kaurav ◽  
Gitika Chaudhary
Keyword(s):  
Punica Granatum ◽  
Punicic Acid ◽  
Dietary Practices ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Anti Cancer ◽  
Ethnic History ◽  
History Of ◽  
Anti Oxidant ◽  
Therapeutic Properties ◽  
Punica Granatum L

The custom of using plants for the therapeutic and dietary practices is as old as origin of humanity on the earth. One of the most ancient fruit plant is Punica granatum L., pomegranate belongs to Lythraceae family. The plant has a very rich ethnic history of its utilization around the world. The plant was used to symbolize prosperity, life, happiness, fertility etc. Apart from the ethnic beliefs associated with the plant, it is a well-considered plant based remedy used in treatment of many diseases in traditional system like Ayurveda and folk system of medicine. In Ayurveda it is esteemed as a Rasayana. It is used in many Ayurvedic polyherbal formulations which are used against many diseases. The plant consists of numerous phytochemical constituents in it such as polysaccharides, minerals, polyphenols, tannins, saponins, quinones, alkaloids, glycosides, coumarins, terpenoids, steroids etc. Each of the phytochemical constituent is associated with important therapeutic properties. This supper food is globally known for its high anti-oxidant potential. Other associated properties of this medicinal fruit plant are anti-microbial, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, anti-diabetic, anti-cancer, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, anti-hypertensive, anti-anemic etc. The aim of present review is to provide information related to phytochemistry, traditional uses in Ayurveda and folk medicinal system and therapeutic properties of Punica granatum L. Keywords: Dadim, Rasapanchak, Punicalagin, Punicic acid, Anti-oxidant.

Traditional knowledge to clinical trials: a review on nutritional and therapeutic potential of Pithecellobium dulce

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Suresh Sulekha Dhanisha ◽  
Sudarsanan Drishya ◽  
Chandrasekharan Guruvayoorappan
Keyword(s):  
Combinatorial Chemistry ◽  
Therapeutic Potential ◽  
New Drugs ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
The Past ◽  
Drug Of Choice ◽  
Anti Oxidant ◽  
Therapeutic Properties ◽  
Different Parts

Abstract The review describes botanical aspects, bioactive phytocompounds and pharmacological properties of different parts of Pithecellobium dulce, with special emphasis on the nutritional status of its fruits. The different parts of plant extract have been reported to possess anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-diabetic, cardio protective, anti-diarrhoeal, anti-ulcerogenic, larvicidal and ovicidal activities. Different parts of plant extracts were reported to contain several bioactive phytocompounds such as flavonoids, saponins, tannins, alkaloids etc. Natural products discovered so far served as a viable source for new drugs. Over the past few years, continued and perpetual attention of people has been paid to medicinal plants in connection with its remarkable importance in drug discovery. Plant products always remains a drug of choice for the identification of novel leads despite facing a tough competition from existing synthetic alternatives derived from combinatorial chemistry, owing to their efficacy, side effects, and safety. P. dulce is a highly acclaimed genus in traditional system of medicine because of its versatile nutraceutical and pharmacological properties. In this review we discuss in detail about nutritional and various therapeutic properties of P. dulce.

scholarly journals Fatty Acids Composition of Red and Purple Pomegranate (Punica granatum L) Seed Oil

2010 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 74 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hartati Soetjipto ◽  
Murda Pradipta ◽  
KH Timotius
Keyword(s):  
Fatty Acids ◽  
Neutral Lipid ◽  
Acid Content ◽  
Seed Oil ◽  
Lipid Fraction ◽  
Punica Granatum ◽  
Punicic Acid ◽  
Pomegranate Seed Oil ◽  
Pomegranate Seed ◽  
Punica Granatum L

The aim of this investigation was to determine the content and composition of fatty acid in seed oil of red and purple pomegranate (Punica granatum L). The extraction process was performed by Soxhlet extractor with petroleum ether as solvent. The separation and identification of pomegranate seed oil was done by using GCMS. The total oil content of red and purple  pomegranate  were 128 g/kg d.w  and 103 g/kg d.w respectively. Both showed the same major fatty acids  as palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic and  punisic acid. Oleic acid (19-21%) and linoleic acid (20-21%) were found as the most  dominant fatty acids in red pomegranate, whereas purple pomegranate seed oil was dominated by oleic acid (41-43%) and punicic acid  (0-25%). Neutral lipid  fraction of  red and purple pomegranate seed oils was more dominant than glycolipid and phospholipid. Neutral  lipid fraction  of red and purple pomegranate seed oil were  89 % and 91% respectively.  Glycolipid fraction  of red and purple pomegranate seed oil were 8 % and 5 %, whereas phosholipid fraction of red and purple pomegranate seed oil were 3 % and 4 %. The punicic acid content of  total lipid of  purple pomegranate seed oil (PPSO) (0-25%) was higher than red pomegranate (RPSO) (9-16%). On the contrary neutral lipid of red pomegranate showed higher punicic acid content (54-75%) than the purple pomegranate (14-55%). Glycolipid of red pomegranate contained  punicic acid  (0-42%). The punicic acid content  of the phospholipid fraction of  red pomegranate was higher (0-22 %) than the one of purple pomegranate (0-2%).Key words : fatty acid, pomegranate, Punica granatum, punicic acid, seed oil

A Review on Ethnobotanical, Phytochemical and Pharmacological studies of Nalpamaram

2021 ◽  
pp. 136-142
Author(s):  
Sreelakshmi. K. P ◽  
Ragunathan Muthuswamy
Keyword(s):  
The Body ◽  
Species Trees ◽  
Ficus Religiosa ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Ficus Benghalensis ◽  
Anti Cancer ◽  
The Family ◽  
Pharmacological Studies ◽  
Anti Oxidant

Ayurveda is an Indian traditional system of medicine used for various disease conditions. Plants are an important source of treatments and are extensively used for the preparation of different formulations. Herbal drugs are separately or in combination used for the treatment of various ailments in the traditional system of medicines. Nalpamaram is an important group of four trees used in Ayurveda which comprises trees like Ficus racemosa, Ficus microcarpa, Ficus benghalensis, and Ficus religiosa belongs to the family Moraceae. Trees have enormous medicinal values and they are lactiferous in nature. These trees are separately or in combination used for the treatment of various ailments in the traditional system of medicines. Different plant parts like bark, leaves, and fruits of ficus species are used as astringent, hemostatic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-cancer, and it useful in pitta and Kapha. They are also effective in the treatment of diarrhoea, dysentery, ulcers, vaginal disorders, leucorrhoea, menorrhea, and deficient lactation conditions. The barks of these trees are an important ingredient of many Ayurvedic formulations like Nalpamaradi Choorna, Nalpamaradi Tailam, Saribadyasavam, and Chandanasavam. The bark of tree is boiled with water; its decoction is used to cleanse the body of pregnant women towards reduce inflammation. This review article compiled the ethnobotanical and phytopharmacological properties of four ficus species trees of Nalpamaram.

scholarly journals Ethnobotanical and ecological study of Punica granatum in Dir district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 656-661 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Ali ◽  
S. Khan ◽  
N. Khan ◽  
W. Khan ◽  
I. U. Rahman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ecological Study ◽  
Regional Scale ◽  
Ecological Status ◽  
Punica Granatum ◽  
Alkaline Soils ◽  
Presence Data ◽  
Tree Communities ◽  
The Status ◽  
Therapeutic Properties ◽  
Punica Granatum L

Punica granatum L. (wild) belongs to family Punicaceae, a woody plant, predominantly found on calcareous and alkaline soils. The species is extensively utilized as food and firewood and for the extraction of various chemicals due to its therapeutic properties. To understand the ethno-botanical and ecological status of the species on a regional scale, a questionnaire survey was conducted in the Dir (L) area using close and open-ended questionnaires. Data collected from 124 respondents were analysed quantitatively using statistical analysis to calculate indices like Relative Frequency of Citation (RFC), Use value (UV) and multivariate analysis. GPS data used for the presence data of the plants were used to develop GIS thematic maps. Geo-referenced data on P. granatum was collected from the study area, using GPS. Results suggest that the plant is mostly used as a remedy for dry cough, as an astringent, people used powder form of fruit peelings. It was documented in the present investigation that P. granatum is mainly eradicated due to its extensive use as firewood. The study also evaluated on the major aspect of how the P. granatum can be conserved naturally. It was found out that the plant is conserved in areas inaccessible to humans. The status of the vegetation community around this plant was also explored, it is found out that specific shrub and tree communities were major flora growing in proximity to P. granatum. The finding of this survey has concluded that wild P. granatum is an endangered species due to its extensive and uncontrollable use for firewood, curing diseases and its economic potential. These findings could be exploited to take necessary steps for the conservation of this species. 

scholarly journals Banana (Musa acuminata): Most popular and common Indian plant with multiple pharmacological potentials

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 036-044
Author(s):  
Anupama Yadav
Keyword(s):  
Dietary Fiber ◽  
Musa Acuminata ◽  
Total Dietary Fiber ◽  
Insoluble Dietary Fiber ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Anti Cancer ◽  
Pharmacological Studies ◽  
Anti Oxidant ◽  
Therapeutic Properties ◽  
Bioactive Constituent

Background: Musa acuminata (Musaceae) is a perennial tree-like plant that is grown in many tropical and subtropical areas throughout the globe. Bananas, which may be consumed as a fruit or a vegetable, is one of the most significant crops in many nations owing to their nutrient-dense diet and diverse therapeutic properties. Introduction: Apigenin glycosides, myricetin glycoside, myricetin-3-O-rutinoside, delphinidin, pelargonidin, peonidin, malvidin, naringenin glycosides, kaempferol-3-O-rutinoside, dopamine, N-acetyl serotonin, rutin, polyphenols, flavonoids, total dietary fiber, insoluble dietary fiber, lignin, hemicellulose, cellulose, lipids, proteins, and minerals are found in bananas. Objective: The primary goal of this research is to confirm and emphasize the therapeutic and nutritional value of M. acuminata. Methods: Fever, cough, bronchitis, dysentery, allergy infections, sexually transmitted infections, and certain non-communicable illnesses have all been linked to M. acuminata, according to a literature review. Result: M. acuminata has been reported to have anti-oxidant, anti-diabetic, immunomodulatory, hypolipidemic, anti-cancer, and anti-microbial properties. Pharmacological studies back up the medicinal plant's traditional significance and suggest that indigenous peoples used M. acuminata to cure and heal a variety of illnesses and ailments. Individual bioactive constituent(s) from different sections of this plant, on the other hand, need to be studied further to validate various pharmacological claims and to investigate the potential of M. acuminata in drug development and usage in functional foods. Conclusion: A thorough examination of M. acuminata's biological activity is provided, as well as potential processes and phytochemicals involved, in order to develop effective disease prevention and management methods.

scholarly journals A review on potential therapeutic properties of Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.)

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
H R Puneeth ◽  
S S P Chandra
Keyword(s):  
Indian Subcontinent ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Punica Granatum ◽  
Skin Damage ◽  
Inhibitory Effects ◽  
The Family ◽  
Therapeutic Properties ◽  
The Rich ◽  
Antibacterial And Antifungal ◽  
Punica Granatum L

Pomegranate (Punica granatum L. formerly in Punicaceae family) considered to be super food worldwide, belongs to the family Lythraceae. It is primarily cultivated in the Middle East, north and tropical Africa, the Indian subcontinent, Asia and Latin America. The medicinal potential of pomegranate is extensively mentioned in the ancient literature and also used in different system of medicines for a variety of ailments. The chemical constituents of pomegranate have increased the research concern of this fruit in the current years. It includes a variety of bioactive compounds such as quercetin, ellagic acid, punicalagin, pedunculagin, tannic acid, anthocyanins, rutin, catechin and polyphenols. These components of pomegranate possess antioxidant, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenic, anticancerous, anti-mutagenic, cytoprotective, cardiovascular protective, anti-diabetic, anti-ulcerogenic, hepatoprotective, antibacterial and antifungal potentials. It can enhance the male fertility and also protect from the UV induced skin damage. Furthermore, it also illustrate the inhibitory effects on vital metabolic enzymes, stimulate cell differentiation and toxicological properties. The pomegranate also impedes with numerous signalling pathways, which include Bax, Bcl-X, Bad, ERK1/2, JNK, PI3K/AKT, mTOR, PI3K, MAPK and P38. The present review will extensively discuss the above properties of pomegranate and its extracts, supporting the rich nutritive and healthy advantages of the fruit belonging to the monogeneric family.

scholarly journals GARLIC: IT'S ROLE IN ORAL AND SYSTEMIC HEALTH

2013 ◽  
Vol 03 (04) ◽  
pp. 017-022
Author(s):  
Harini K. ◽  
Subash Babu ◽  
Vidya Ajila ◽  
Shruthi Hegde
Keyword(s):  
Allium Sativum ◽  
Therapeutic Agents ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Traditional Treatment ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Frequent Use ◽  
Anti Oxidant ◽  
Resistant Strains ◽  
Therapeutic Properties ◽  
Systemic Health

AbstractA range of treatment modalities are available for the treatment of different oral diseases.The frequent use and misuse of currently available therapeutic agents has led to the evolution of increased incidence of adverse effects and development of resistant strains. Hence the search for an alternative option continues. Medicinal plants have been used as traditional treatment agents since ages. Garlic (Allium sativum) has been recognized for a number of therapeutic properties in the traditional system of medicine. Allium sativum is traditionally employed to treat infection, colds, diabetes, heart disease, and a host of other disorders. Clinically, it has been evaluated for lowering blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose concentration, as well as for the prevention of arteriosclerosis and cancer. It is well known for its potent anti- inflammatory, anti- oxidant, anti-bacterial and antimutagenic properties. This article aims to review the efficacy of garlic in maintaining oral health in particular and overall health in general.

NEW INSIGHTS ON PUNICA GRANATUM L: ANCIENT KNOWLEDGE TO CURRENT RESEARCH

INDIAN DRUGS ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 50 (10) ◽  
pp. 5-23
Author(s):  
D Swetha ◽  
◽  
G Krishna Mohan
Keyword(s):  
Drug Interactions ◽  
Intestinal Inflammation ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Punica Granatum ◽  
Clinical Applications ◽  
Historical Background ◽  
Punicic Acid ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Anti Inflammatory ◽  
Punica Granatum L

Pomegranate, Punica granatum L. (Punicacece), is designated as a plant used in folklore and in several systems of medicine like ayurvedic, unani and siddha for treatment of variety of ailments, as it is believed to possess the powers of fertility, abundance and good luck. The last decade had seen virtual explosion of publications on research dealing with the potentials of pomegranate than the preceding years. Findings showed that almost all parts of pomegranate plant comprise several biochemical constituents (polyphenols, anthocyanins, tannins, alkaloids,. etc.) possessing nutritional and medicinal value. Particularly fruit exhibited potential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic activities and probable mechanisms are also explained. Many of these effects are related to the presence of ellagic acid, ellagitannins (punicalin, punicalagin), punicic acid, others include fatty acids, anthocyanins, flavonoids, phenols, sterols, estrogenic flavonols and minerals. However, the synergistic action of these constituents appeared to be superior than individual constituents. Promising clinical applications include treatment of cancer, obesity, diabetes, infertility, intestinal inflammation, dental conditions and dermatology. Though moderate consumption of pomegranate doesn’t result any adverse effects, some drug interactions are seen (anti-hypertensives, statins and anticoagulants like warfarin), as it inhibits CYP2C9 and CYP3A mediated drug metabolism. Aim of this review is to understand the historical background, nutritional value, chemical constituents, pharmacological activities, safety assessment (acute and sub-chronic toxicity) and drug interactions of fruit with their clinical applications. We have summarized past to current research (past 10 years) done based on antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer activities and tried to establish the mechanisms of action, and also thrown light on ongoing clinical trials.

scholarly journals Citraka (Plumbago zeylanica): A Potential Rejuvenator

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 202-212
Author(s):  
Shailja Choudhary ◽  
Hemlata Kaurav ◽  
Gitika Chaudhary
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Constituent ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Plumbago Zeylanica ◽  
Anti Cancer ◽  
The Family ◽  
Anti Oxidant ◽  
Therapeutic Properties ◽  
Socio Economic Impact ◽  
Herbal Plant ◽  
Cns Stimulant

Plumbago zeylanica is also known as chitraka, doctor bush, or leadwort. It is the most popular herbal plant that belongs to the family Plumbaginaceae or leadwort. Plumbagin is the most important chemical constituent present in the roots, leaves and stem of the plant that is responsible for various pharmacological actions including anti-malarial, anti-obese, anti-diabetic, anti-microbial, anti-ulcer, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and anti-cancer. Traditionally it is used to treat variety of diseases such as dysmenorrhea, leprosy, anemia, rheumatic pain, cold, cough, arthritis and many more. It is considered as the most significant herbal plant in the ayurveda medicinal system of India and is widely accepted as a rejuvenator because of the presence of bioactive compounds. Various formulations of chitraka plant have made this plant more effective in the field of medicine. The plant carries various therapeutic properties and acts as a cardiotonic, neuroprotective and cns stimulant. The review aim is to provide data or information related to chitraka plant its usage in traditional and ayurveda medicinal system, its pharmacological properties and toxicity when taken in excessive amount. From the collected data, it is clear that the plant has great potential to cure various diseases and needs more research and development to explore its more pharmacological properties and socio-economic impact.

scholarly journals Aloe and its Effects on Cancer: A Narrative Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Astère Manirakiza ◽  
Laurent Irakoze
Keyword(s):  
Genome Instability ◽  
Aloe Vera ◽  
Oncogenic Pathways ◽  
Anti Cancer ◽  
Narrative Literature ◽  
Cellular Energetics ◽  
Anti Oxidant ◽  
Therapeutic Properties ◽  
Narrative Literature Review

Many years ago, Aloe Vera was cited to have a lot of therapeutic properties including; anti-microbial, anti-viral, anti-cancer, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, skin protection, wound healing, and regulation of blood glucose and cholesterol. However, Aloe could present some side effects. This review focused on the latest discoveries regarding the therapeutic role of Aloe plant or its compounds on the acquired biological capabilities for tumour growth and progression namely; evading growth suppressor, avoiding immune destruction, enabling replicative immortality, tumour promoting inflammation, activating invasion and metastasis, inducing angiogenesis, genome instability and mutation, resisting cell death, deregulating cellular energetics and sustaining proliferating signalling. It clarified the anti-cancer activities it exerts on different types of cancer and also highlighted some pro-oncogenic pathways that can be disrupted by different compounds of Aloe.

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