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Chemistry, biological activities and therapeutic applications of medicinal plants in Ayurveda /

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 o...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Amalraj, Augustine (Editor), Kuttappan, Sasikumar (Editor), Varma, Karthik (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cambridge : Royal Society of Chemistry, 2022.
Subjects:
Medicinal plants.
Materia medica, Vegetable.
Medicine, Ayurvedic.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of 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
  • References
  • 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
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 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
  • Acknowledgements
  • References