Chemistry, Biological Activities and Therapeutic Applications of Medicinal Plants in Ayurveda / edited by Augustine Amalraj, Sasikumar Kuttappan, and Karthik Varma.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Amalraj, Augustine, editor.

Kuttappan, Sasikumar, editor.

Varma, Karthik, editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Medicine, Ayurvedic.

Materia medica, Vegetable.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (460 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

London, England : Royal Society of Chemistry, [2023]

Summary:

Ayurvedic medicine and its components have been well described in the past but this book represents a comprehensive source on the biochemistry and mechanisms of pharmacological effect of ayurvedic sources. This book is a valuable resource for researchers in natural products and alternative sources of bioactive compounds in drug discovery.

Contents:

Cover

Preface

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction to Ayurvedic Formulations: Exploring the Classical Concepts with Modern Science

1.1 Ayurvedic Formulations: Exploring the Classical Concepts

1.1.1 Arista and Asava

1.1.2 Rasa Rasayana

1.1.3 Vati or Gutika

1.1.4 Churna

1.1.5 Avaleha

1.1.6 Ghrita

1.1.7 Taila (Oils)

1.1.8 Guggulu

1.2 Modern Science Perspectives

References

Chapter 2 Scientific Approach to the Role of Turmeric in Ayurvedic Formulations and Their Phytochemistry

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Data-mining Classical Texts for Insights

2.3 Therapeutic Uses of Turmeric

2.3.1 Antidiabetic and Prameha

2.3.2 Antiarthritic and Vatarakta

2.3.3 Anaemia and Panduroga

2.3.4 Skin Diseases and Kushtaroga

2.4 Phytochemical Composition and Pharmacological Activities of Turmeric

2.5 Conclusions

Acknowledgements

Chapter 3 Ginger in Ayurvedic Preparations and Its Applications inthe Development of Nutraceuticals, Dietary Supplementsand Functional Foods and Their Beneficial Effects in Various Biological Activities

3.1 Ayurveda

3.2 Siddha

3.3 Ginger and Its Components

3.4 Chemical Constituents of Ginger

3.5 Classical Ayurvedic Formulations with Ginger and Their Uses

3.6 Ayurvedic Herbal Formulations with Ginger for Different Health Issues

3.7 Evidence-based Formulations in Various Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods

3.8 Biological Activities of Ginger in Different Uses

3.8.1 Anti-inflammatory Effect

3.8.2 Protective Effect on Liver Health

3.8.3 Protective Effect on Kidney Health

3.8.4 Gastrointestinal Health

3.8.5 Protective Effect on Ulcerative Colitis

3.8.6 Pain Relief Effect

3.8.7 Anticancer Effect

3.8.8 Management of Chronic Diseases

3.8.9 Management of Nausea and Vomiting

3.8.10 Antidiabetic Effect.

3.8.11 Neuroprotective and Memory-enhancing Effect

3.8.12 Protective Effect on Respiratory Disorders

3.8.13 Effect on Oxidative Stress and Hypertension

3.8.14 Antiobesity Effect

3.9 Conclusion

Chapter 4 Most Modern Approach to the Phytochemistry and Therapeutic Potential of Boswellia in Ayurvedic Formulations

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Boswellia in Ayurvedic Texts

4.3 Ayurvedic Properties of Shallaki

4.4 Varg of Shallaki in Different Literature Sources

4.5 Science Behind the Action of Ayurvedic Formulations

4.6 Taxonomy and Phytochemistry

4.7 Modern Medicinal Uses

4.7.1 Sandhigata Vata/Arthritis

4.7.2 Antihyperlipidemic and Antidiabetic Activity

4.7.3 Anticancer

4.7.4 Antiulcer

4.7.5 Immune Response

4.7.6 Antithrombotic

4.7.7 Skin Disorders

4.7.8 Antidiarrhoeal

4.7.9 Hepatoprotective Activity

4.7.10 Neuroprotective Effects

4.8 Conclusion

Chapter 5 Phytochemical, Botanical and Therapeutic Potential of Withania somnifera in Ayurveda

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Taxonomical classification

5.3 Distribution

5.4 Composition

5.5 Therapeutical Potential

5.5.1 Neuroprotective Effects

5.5.2 Anti-Parkinson Effects

5.5.3 Breast Cancer

5.5.4 Cervical Cancer

5.5.5 Ovarian Cancer

5.5.6 Role of W. somnifera in Anxiety

5.5.7 Antivenom

5.5.8 Immunity

5.5.9 Antiaging

5.5.10 Antidiabetic Effect

5.6 Ethnomedicinal Practice

5.7 Clinical Trials

5.8 Market Potential and Marketed Formulations

5.9 Conclusion

Chapter 6 Scientific Evaluation of the Role of Ocimum sanctum inAyurvedic Formulations and Its Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Activities

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Ayurvedic Significance and Ethnopharmacological Relevance

6.3 Geographical Distribution.

6.4 Botanical Description

6.5 Chemical Constituents

6.6 Different Ancient Ayurvedic Formulations Containing Tulsi

6.7 Different Modern Formulations Available Containing Tulsi

6.8 Modern Techniques of Extraction

6.8.1 Ultrasound- assisted Extraction

6.8.2 Microwave- assisted Extraction

6.8.3 Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Extraction

6.8.4 Ionic- liquid Extraction Method

6.8.5 Enzyme-assisted Extraction

6.8.6 Pressurized Liquid Extraction

6.8.7 Pulsed Electric Field Extraction

6.9 Pharmacological Profile

6.9.1 Antimicrobial Properties

6.9.2 Anticancer

6.9.3 Hepatoprotective Activity

6.9.4 Immunomodulatory Activity

6.9.5 Antiinflammatory Activity

6.9.6 Antiulcer Activity

6.9.7 Effect on the Central Nervous System

6.9.8 Antihyperlipidemic Activity

6.9.9 Antiarthritic Activity

6.9.10 Anthelmintic Activity

6.9.11 Antidiabetic Activity

6.9.12 Miscellaneous Activities

6.10 Conclusion

Funding

Conflict of Interest

Chapter 7 Most Modern Approach to the Phytochemical Evaluation and Use of Pepper Species in Ayurvedic Formulations

7.1 Background: Black Pepper

7.2 Ayurvedic Importance and Its Ethnopharmacological Relevance

7.2.1 Balancing the Doshas with Black Pepper

7.3 Geographical Distribution

7.4 Botanical Description

7.5 Different Ancient Ayurvedic Formulations Prepared from Black Pepper

7.6 Different Modern Formulations Available Containing Black Pepper

7.7 Phytochemicals

7.7.1 Whole Plant

7.7.2 Fruits

7.7.3 Roots

7.7.4 Different Habitats and Diversity in Phytochemicals

7.8 Modern Techniques Used in the Extraction of Piper nigrum

7.8.1 Hydrotropic Extraction Method

7.8.2 Supercritical Fluid (SCF) Extraction Method

7.8.3 Ultrasound- assisted Extraction (UAE) Method.

7.8.4 Microwave- assisted Extraction (MAE) Method

7.8.5 Ionic- liquid Extraction Method

7.9.1 Piperine Effect on the Digestive Tract

7.9.2 Vitiligo

7.9.3 Other Conditions

Abbreviations

Chapter 8 Bacopa monnieri (Brahmi): Phytochemistry and Use in Traditional Ayurvedic Formulations

8.1 Ayurveda and Bacopa monnieri

8.2 B. monnieri-based Ayurvedic Formulations

8.3 Phytochemistry of B. monnieri

8.4 Standardization of Brahmi-based and Other Ayurvedic Formulations

8.5 Conclusions and Future Perspectives

Chapter 9 Therapeutic Potential of Triphala in Ayurveda and Its Phytochemical Studies

9.1 Triphala: The Three Myrobalans

9.2 Ayurvedic Perspective on Triphala

9.3 Bioactive Components of Triphala

9.4 Effects of Triphala on Various Diseases

9.4.1 Anticancer Activity and Triphala

9.4.2 Immunomodulatory Effect and Triphala

9.4.3 Cardiovascular Health and Triphala

9.4.4 Nervous System and Triphala

9.4.5 Metabolic Syndrome and Triphala

9.5 The Way Ahead for Triphala

Chapter 10 Pharmacological Potential and Phytochemical Evaluation of Emblica officinalis: A Wonder Herb in Ayurveda

10.1 Introduction

10.2 General Description of E. officinalis

10.2.1 Scientific Classification and Morphological Description

10.2.2 Vernacular Names

10.3 Amla in Ayurveda Classical Text

10.4 Phytochemistry of E. officinalis

10.5 Pharmacological Activity of E. officinalis

10.5.1 Analgesic, Antipyretic, and Antimicrobial Activities

10.5.2 Antioxidant Activity

10.5.3 Immunomodulatory and Antiinflammatory Activities

10.5.4 Antiproliferative, Antitumour, and Antimutagenic Activities

10.5.5 Neuroprotective and Antiaging Activity.

10.5.6 Hepatoprotective Activity

10.5.7 Gastroprotective Activity

10.5.8 Serum Glycaemic Modulation

10.5.9 Cardioprotective Activity

10.5.10 Lipid Profile Modulation

10.5.11 Antitussive and Other Respiratory Problems

10.6 Conclusion

Chapter 11 Galangal - a Promising Herb in Ayurvedic Formulations: Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Evaluations

11.1 Introduction

11.1.1 Rasna in Ayurveda

11.2 Phytochemistry

11.2.1 Phytochemicals Present in the Galangal Species

11.3 Alpinia galanga (L.) Willd

11.3.1 Synonyms

11.3.2 English Names

11.3.3 Vernacular Names

11.3.4 Taxonomy

11.3.5 Geographical Distribution

11.3.6 Traditional Medicinal Uses of Alpinia galanga (L.) Willd

11.4 Pharmacological Actions

11.4.1 Spermatogenesis Activity

11.4.2 Cytotoxic and Apoptotic Effects

11.4.3 Antimicrobial Activity

11.4.4 Antifungal Activity

11.4.5 Antioxidant Activity

11.4.6 Anti- inflammatory Activity

11.4.7 Antidiabetic Activity

11.4.8 Antiulcer Property

11.4.9 Immunomodulatory Property

11.4.10 Neuroprotective Activity

11.4.11 Hepatoprotective Activity

11.4.12 Anti-HIV Property

11.5 Toxicity Profile of Alpinia galanga (L) Willd

11.6 Alpinia officinarum Hance

11.6.1 Synonyms

11.6.2 Family

11.6.3 Common/English Names

11.6.4 Vernacular Names

11.6.5 Taxonomy

11.6.6 Geographical Distribution

11.6.7 Traditional Medicinal Uses of Alpinia officinarum Hance

11.7 Pharmacological Properties

11.7.1 Antioxidant Activity

11.7.2 Antiplatelet Activity

11.7.3 Antiacetylcholinesterase Activity

11.7.4 Cytotoxic/Antitumour Activity

11.7.5 Antihaemorrhagic Activity

11.7.6 Antimicrobial Activity

11.7.7 Antiviral Activity

11.7.8 Hypolipidaemic Activity In Vitro Studies.

11.7.9 Hypolipidaemic Activity In Vivo studies.

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ISBN:

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