scholarly journals HERBS AS TRADITIONAL MEDICINES: A REVIEW

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 146-150
Author(s):  
Jyoti Parkash ◽  
DN Prasad ◽  
Mohammad Shahnaz ◽  
Dhruv Dev
Keyword(s):  
Higher Plants ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Good Health ◽  
Marine Organisms ◽  
Natural Sources ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Alternative Medicines ◽  
Medicine Today ◽  
Different Sources ◽  
Disease Free

Ayurveda is believed to have originated over 6000 years ago It was designed to promote good health and long life rather than to fight disease and was practiced by physicians and surgeons (called Bheshaja or vaidya) but recently herbal medicine have attracted much attention as alternative medicines useful for treating or preventing life-style related disorders. Herbs are the nature’s gift to human being to make disease free well life. The diverse tradition of India is a prosperous source of traditional medicines, many of which are of plant origin. Herbal medicines refers to the use of any plant’s seeds, berries, roots, leaves, bark or flowers for medicinal purpose. There are different sources of drug. Broadly speaking, there are two sources of drug namely synthetic and natural. Many drugs used in medicine today are developed by chemical synthesis. A recognized number of drugs are obtained from natural sources. The most important natural sources of drugs are (1) higher plants, (2) microbes, (3) animals and (4) marine organisms. Keywords: Ayurveda, Traditional medicines, higher plants, microbes, marine organisms

Mikroalgák mint természetes hatóanyagforrások

2018 ◽  
Vol 159 (18) ◽  
pp. 703-708
Author(s):  
Gábor Vasas
Keyword(s):  
Mass Production ◽  
Higher Plants ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Historical Background ◽  
Herbal Products ◽  
Chlorella Sp ◽  
Economic Significance ◽  
Preclinical And Clinical Studies ◽  
Microalgal Species

Abstract: More than 90% of herbal products and herbal medicines have been derived from higher plants recently, but due to independent circumstances, several photosynthetic microalgal species are in focus in this point of view. In the last 50 years, many carbohydrate-, peptide-, terpenoid-, alkaloid- and phenol-type components were described from algae because of the developing structural determination and analytical methods, algae mass production and also artificial algae technologies. At the same time, based partly on traditional causes and partly on the clinical and preclinical data of today, some dried products of algae are directly used as food supplements. Hereinafter, the historical background, economic significance and metabolic background of the mostly used microalgal species will be reviewed. The diverse metabolite production of these organisms will be demonstrated by some molecules with special bioactivity. Several preclinical and clinical studies will be described relating to the microalgal species Spirulina sp., Chlorella sp., Haematococcus sp. and Dunaliella sp. Orv Hetil. 2018; 159(18): 703–708.

Nutraceuticals from Marine Bionetworks

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 338-344
Author(s):  
Abhitav Tiwari ◽  
Shambhawi Pritam ◽  
Keerti Mishra ◽  
Mehshara Khan ◽  
Neeraj Upmanyu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dietary Supplements ◽  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Daily Basis ◽  
Marine Organisms ◽  
Bioactive Molecules ◽  
Natural Sources ◽  
Nutraceutical Compounds ◽  
Potential Sources ◽  
Immense Potential ◽  
Potential Use

“Nutrition” and “Pharmaceutical” together build up the perception of “Nutraceuticals” that refer to the food or dietary supplements that help to incorporate additional health benefits to the fundamental sustenance accomplished on daily basis. Each nutraceutical contains one or more bioactive molecules that are usually obtained by chemical and/ or biotechnological synthesis or by extraction from natural sources. Among the natural sources, marine bionetwork possess immense potential for the presence of bioactive compounds. Some of these bioactive compounds as isolated from marine sources, have potential use as nutraceuticals. This mini review provides a brief overview of nutraceutical compounds from marine sources that are currently under research and/or have been commercialized. A detailed discussion on the biochemical categories of compounds and the marine organisms that play as potential sources of these bioactive nutraceutical compounds have been included.

scholarly journals Herbal Remedies and Their Possible Effect on the GABAergic System and Sleep

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 530
Author(s):  
Oliviero Bruni ◽  
Luigi Ferini-Strambi ◽  
Elena Giacomoni ◽  
Paolo Pellegrino
Keyword(s):  
Gaba Receptors ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Herbal Remedies ◽  
Gamma Aminobutyric Acid ◽  
Systematic Analysis ◽  
Inhibitory Neurotransmitter ◽  
Alternative Medicines ◽  
Molecular Components ◽  
The Brain

Sleep is an essential component of physical and emotional well-being, and lack, or disruption, of sleep due to insomnia is a highly prevalent problem. The interest in complementary and alternative medicines for treating or preventing insomnia has increased recently. Centuries-old herbal treatments, popular for their safety and effectiveness, include valerian, passionflower, lemon balm, lavender, and Californian poppy. These herbal medicines have been shown to reduce sleep latency and increase subjective and objective measures of sleep quality. Research into their molecular components revealed that their sedative and sleep-promoting properties rely on interactions with various neurotransmitter systems in the brain. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter that plays a major role in controlling different vigilance states. GABA receptors are the targets of many pharmacological treatments for insomnia, such as benzodiazepines. Here, we perform a systematic analysis of studies assessing the mechanisms of action of various herbal medicines on different subtypes of GABA receptors in the context of sleep control. Currently available evidence suggests that herbal extracts may exert some of their hypnotic and anxiolytic activity through interacting with GABA receptors and modulating GABAergic signaling in the brain, but their mechanism of action in the treatment of insomnia is not completely understood.

scholarly journals Herbal Medicine for Pain Management: Efficacy and Drug Interactions

Pharmaceutics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 251
Author(s):  
Behdad Jahromi ◽  
Iulia Pirvulescu ◽  
Kenneth D. Candido ◽  
Nebojsa Nick Knezevic
Keyword(s):  
Pain Management ◽  
Herbal Medicine ◽  
Drug Interactions ◽  
Synergistic Effects ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Scientific Data ◽  
Global Market ◽  
Complementary And Alternative Medicines ◽  
Alternative Medicines ◽  
Complementary And Alternative

Complementary and alternative medicines such as herbal medicines are not currently part of the conventional medical system. As the popularity of and global market for herbal medicine grows among all age groups, with supporting scientific data and clinical trials, specific alternative treatments such as herbal medicine can be reclassified as a practice of conventional medicine. One of the most common conditions for which adults use herbal medicine is pain. However, herbal medicines carry safety concerns and may impact the efficacy of conventional therapies. Unfortunately, mechanisms of action are poorly understood, and their use is unregulated and often underreported to medical professionals. This review aims to compile common and available herbal medicines which can be used as an alternative to or in combination with conventional pain management approaches. Efficacy and safety are assessed through clinical studies on pain relief. Ensuing herb–drug interactions such as cytochrome modulation, additive and synergistic effects, and contraindications are discussed. While self-management has been recognized as part of the overall treatment strategy for patients suffering from chronic pain, it is important for practitioners to be able to also optimize and integrate herbal medicine and, if warranted, other complementary and alternative medicines into their care.

Herbal Remedies and Children: Do They Work? Are They Harmful?

PEDIATRICS ◽  
2003 ◽  
Vol 112 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 240-246 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alan D. Woolf
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Herbal Medicine ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Good Health ◽  
Herbal Remedies ◽  
Herbal Products ◽  
Safety And Efficacy ◽  
Primary Care Clinicians

More parents are considering the use of herbal remedies to maintain their children’s good health and to treat their illnesses. They look to pediatricians and other primary care clinicians for advice concerning the safety and efficacy of herbal products for children. This article reviews principles for the clinician to keep in mind while investigating the literature on herbal medicine and addressing the use of herbal medicines with parents.

scholarly journals Complementary and Alternative Medicines Use during Pregnancy: A Systematic Review of Pregnant Women and Healthcare Professional Views and Experiences

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Rouf Pallivalappila ◽  
Derek Stewart ◽  
Ashalatha Shetty ◽  
Binita Pande ◽  
James S. McLay
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Alternative Medicines ◽  
Cochrane Database ◽  
Medicines Use ◽  
Data Validity ◽  
Cam Use

Aims. To undertake a systematic review of the recent (2008–2013) primary literature, describing views and experiences of CAM use during pregnancy by women and healthcare professionals.Method. Medline, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Cochrane Database of Systematic Review Library and Allied, and Complementary Medicine Database were searched. Studies reporting systemic CAM products (homeopathic preparations, herbal medicines, Vitamins and minerals, homeopathy, and special diets) alone or in combination with other nonsystemic CAM modalities (e.g., acupuncture) were included.Results. Database searches retrieved 2,549 citations. Removal of duplicates followed by review of titles and abstracts yielded 32 relevant studies. Twenty-two reported the perspectives of women and their CAM use during pregnancy, while 10 focused on healthcare professionals. The majority of studies had significant flaws in study design and reporting, including a lack of appropriate definitions of CAM and associated modalities, absence of detailed checklists provided to participants, the use of convenience sampling, and a general lack of scientific robustness in terms of data validity and reliability.Conclusion. To permit generalisability of study findings, there is an urgent need to expand the evidence base assessing CAMs use during pregnancy using appropriately designed studies.

scholarly journals Targeting Atherosclerotic Plaque in Avicenna’s View

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Sima Sadrai ◽  
Maryam Yakhchali ◽  
Mahdi Alizadeh Vaghasloo ◽  
Mehran Mirabzadeh Ardakani ◽  
Mahdi Vazirian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Atherosclerotic Plaque ◽  
Lifestyle Modification ◽  
Conventional Medicine ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Public Access ◽  
Historical Background ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Alternative Medicines

Objective: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) including atherosclerosis is currently the most common cause of death in the world. Atherosclerosis can be treated by a vast variety of modalities: from lifestyle modification to invasive open surgical bypass procedures. Regarding the limitations of conventional medicine, worldwide attention to complementary and alternative medicines has increased because of their holistic approach, lower cost and better public access. In this move towards Integrative Medicine -besides other traditional schools of medicine-Persian Medicine (PM) with its long historical background should be considered as a suitable source for research. Method: In this study we investigated major traditional literature of PM, Avicenna’s “Al-Qanun fi al-Tibb” [The Canon of medicine], to find suitable treatment modalities of atherosclerosis in comparison to conventional methods. Result: In the quest for a concept close to atherosclerosis, “sodde” (meaning obstruction) seems to be equal to atherosclerosis and “Mofattehaat” as opener drugs with different types including “Mohallelaat” (dissolvers) and “Moghatteaat” (cutting agents) have been recommended to remove the obstructing materials. Recent studies indicate that many of the medicinal herbs which were introduced as opener drugs by Avicenna have potential pharmacological effects on managing atherosclerosis. Conclusion: Scientific evidence confirm the efficacy of traditional herbs for elimination of atheroma. Antiobstructive traditional medicines are similar to the conventional atherectomy in targeting atheroma by removing atherosclerotic plaque directly, but they are non-invasive, user-friendly, much cheaper and probably with less side effects.

scholarly journals Survey and Documentation of Ethnobotanicals used in the Traditional Medicines System of Tribal Communities of Chirang District of Assam Against Helminthiasis

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (04) ◽  
pp. 1923-1935
Author(s):  
Ananta Swargiary ◽  
Mritunjoy Kumar Roy ◽  
Manita Daimari
Keyword(s):  
Sex Education ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Ananas Comosus ◽  
Asparagus Racemosus ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Tribal Communities ◽  
Ancient Times

Ethnobotanical knowledge has been the backbone of rural healthcare since ancient times. Many diseases including helminthiasis are cured by traditional medicine in many parts of the world. The present study aims at exploring the ethnobotanicals used as anthelmintic medicines by the tribal communities of Chirang district of Assam. The present study was conducted in different villages under Chirang district of Assam, India. A face-to-face interview was carried out during survey work along with readymade questionnaire. In our survey work, 20 neighbouring villages were taken as a single cluster and one sample informant was collected. Information regarding the plant and plant parts used, methodology of use as well as informant demography such as age, sex, education was also collected. A total of 20 villages were surveyed and information was gathered from 27 informants, 23 kaviraja and 4 elderly people, 15 male and 12 female. The information collected revealed 43 medicinal plants belonging to 27 families. Lamiaceae was found to be most common family followed by Cucurbitaceae, Fabaceae, Zutaceae and Zingiberaceae. The most highly cited plants were Ananas comosus, Andrographis paniculata, Asparagus racemosus, Alstonia scholaris and Leucas aspera. Leaves, fruits and tubers were found to be the most commonly used plant parts. Except few, most of the herbal medicines were prepared as raw materials and are consumed orally. Documentation of important ethnomedicinal information from the remote areas of Assam will help scientific investigators to look into its scientific aspect leading to the development of new medicines against helminthiasis and many other diseases.

scholarly journals Literature Review on Siddha Medicine for the Management of Neerkana Maantham with Utthamani Kudineer- A Drug Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 46-52
Author(s):  
Santhi.S ◽  
Amala Hazel.A.M ◽  
Meenakshi Sundaram.M ◽  
Meenakumari.R
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Mucous Membrane ◽  
Nasal Obstruction ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Good Health ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Herbal Formulation ◽  
Trial Drug ◽  
Drug Review ◽  
Proper Balance

Siddha medicine is an ancient and traditional system of medicine.. When the three humors (Vatham, Pitham, Kabam) are in proper balance then the person experiences good health; any imbalance of three humors leads to disease. Acute Nasopharyngitis defines an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the naso pharynx. It is characterized by rhinorrhea, nasal obstruction, sneezing, malaise, fever, headache, & myalgia. It may be correlated with Neerkana maantham, one of the 31 types of Maantham in children mentioned in Siddha literature Balavagadam. The symptoms of Neerkana mantham can be managed by Siddha herbal formulation Utthamani kudineer. The main ingredients of the Utthamani kudineer are Chukku, Milagu, Thippili, Omam, Sutta Vasambu, Utthamani leaf, Velai ver, Nochi thulir, Murungai eerku, Nuna eerku. The ingredients of this formulation possess anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti microbial, antipyretic activities. All the ingredients of trial drug are purely herbals only. It is easily prepared, palatable, assimilates quickly and also safe for pediatric usage in the treatment of Neerkana maantham. Hence, this article gives an insight on the efficacy of Utthamani kudineer for Neerkana maantham (Acute Nasopharyngitis) based on review of various literatures and scientific studies. This review further focuses to improve the research on Siddha herbal medicines.

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