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Neutraceutical Potential of Some Kanda Shak (Tuberous vegetables): A Review
No full textAhar is regarded as Mahabheshaja in Ayurveda. It refers to any substance that is chewed and ingested for nutritional and energy purposes. Shak (vegetables) are included in the diet as essential components by ancient sages, contemporary ayurvedic and modern medical scientist / nutritionists. In Charak Samhita and Ashtanga Hridaya, tubers are mentioned under Ahar Varga and Acharya Sushrut especially explained it in Kanda Varga (Group of tuberous vegetables). Tuberous vegetables boast several noteworthy properties that contribute to their nutritional value as they are rich in all essential dietary components like carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and dietary fibres. In addition, tubers also contain vitamins, minerals, trace elements and biologically active molecules that function as antioxidants, phytoestrogens, and anti-inflammatory agents. Consumption of these tubers may play a role in preventing diseases in which free radicles are involved such as cancer, ageing, cardiovascular diseases. Present review is an attempt to explore nutraceutical potential of Kanda Shak described in Brihattrayi and a comparative analysis with their nutraceutical composition explored by modern analytical studies
Therapeutic Potential of Randia dumetorum Reitz Poir. - A Review
No full textMadanphala (Randia dumetorum (Retz.) Poir.), member of the Rubiacea family is a prominent medicinal plant in Ayurvedic pharmacopeia, has been extensively used since antiquity as a primary agent for inducing therapeutic emesis (Vamana). Rooted in the principles of Shodhana (bio-purification), Vamana Karma is indicated for the expulsion of morbid Kapha and associated Doshas. Among various emetics, Madanphala is considered superior due to its Anapayitvata characteristics indicating it is safer to use and has very few complications. For Vamana, Asthapana, and Anuvasana, it is regarded as the best medication in Agrya Varga. Additionally, it helps treat conditions like Vidradhi (Abscess), Shotha (Inflammation), Jwara (Fever), Gulma (Abdominal lump), Kushtha (Skin diseases) and Pratishyaya (common cold). In present paper a comprehensive review of Madanphal, starting from ancient Ayurveda Classics to contemporary scientific publications has been done which includes synonyms, characteristics, actions, indications, posology, toxicities, and therapeutic indications. The information collected from various sources has been critically analysed and presented in a scientific publication to revalidate its clinical and pharmacological utility
Therapeutic Potential of Arka (Calotropis Procera (Ait.) R.Br.): A Review
No full textArka scientifically known as Calotropis procera (Ait.) R.Br. has been used extensively in therapeutics from Vedic period to contemporary Ayurveda practice. Arka has potent therapeutic actions mentioned in Ayurvedic Materia medica. Acharya Charaka marks Arka as one of the drugs of Ksheerivriksha for Shodhana Karma which signifies its therapeutic potency in Ayurveda medicine. Various types of Arka are mentioned throughout ancient Ayurveda texts but Raktarka and Shwetarka are widely accepted. Clinical applications of Arka include dermatological disorders, gastrointestinal conditions, wound healing, and respiratory ailments. These applications are as single drug as well as compounded formulations which include different parts of Arka signifying therapeutic potential lodged in all parts of Arka viz. leaves, latex, roots, flowers, bark and whole plant. Some important dosage forms such are Lepa (topical paste), Taila (medicated oil), Kwatha (decoction), and Varti (suppositories). These wide ranged uses of Arka in the Samhitas underlines its historical and therapeutic significance in Ayurvedic practice. In Modern scientific screening studies, Arka has exhibited activities like antifertility, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, cardiovascular, anti-diarrhoeal, anti-ulcer, anti-pyretic, analgesic, wound healing agent and much more. Present paper is an attempt towards revalidating therapeutic potential of Arka through an intensive literary review of information available in ancient texts and contemporary scientific publications on medicinally useful plant parts of Arka
Therapeutic Potential of Bombax ceiba Linn. - A Review
No full textShalmali, botanically identified as Bombax ceiba Linn., a robust long-lived tree found abundantly growing across country, has been in the focus of pharmacotherapeutic applications in Ayurveda since time immemorial. Almost every plant part like root, stem bark, leaves, flowers, Gum exudate have been described with different type of pharmacological properties and therapeutic potential in classical texts of Ayurveda to treat a number of diseases. According to Ayurveda, it has stimulant, astringent, hemostatic, aphrodisiac, diuretic, antidiarrheal, emetic, demulcent, anti-dysenteric, and antipyretic properties. Numerous pharmacological properties of the Shalmali have been shown in both in vitro and in vivo research, including analgesic, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-acne, antimicrobial, hypotensive, hypolipidemic, and antihyperglycemic effects. Present review is an attempt to bring forth the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical potential of various plant parts of Shalmali
