Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science
Volume 6, Issue 3 (2017)
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A Review on Bioflavonoids of Allium cepa
Abstract: Bioflavonoids of Allium cepa are most abundant polyphenols, diverse group of plant chemicals, pigments and secondary metabolites. Quercetin, rutin, kaempferol, myricetin, isorhamentin flavonoids are found in Allium cepa. These flavonoids act as antioxidants, physiological regulators, chemical messengers and cell cycle inhibitors. These show various pharmacological activities like anti-cancer activity, anti-inflammatory activity, anti-oxidant activity and anti-oxidant activity.Keywords: Allium cepa, quercetin, rutin, flavonoid, activitiesCite this ArticleNimisha T, Anamika B, Surya Prakash DV …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Ashok Chal (Saraka indica Linn.) for Women’s Health: A Literary Review
Abstract: The ashok tree is one of the most antique herbal plants used since ancient times by the ancient physicians for various women’s health conditions. Ashok means without sorrow as it keeps the women healthy and youthful. It is distributed in various parts of India and is obtained easily. It has various pharmacological activates which were proven by several pharmacological and clinical trials. It has been appropriately said to be a …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening and In Vitro Antifungal and Antibacterial Analysis of Four Indian Medicinal Plants
Abstract: Four plants have been used in present study i.e., chamomile, cinnamon, cloves and lemon, that are commonly used as spices in Indian foods as well as in the recipes of ayurvedic medicines since the ancient times. They have not only antimicrobial property for curing diseases but also have essential concentration of certain phytochemicals. Hence, phytochemical screening (both qualitative – saponin, tannin, flavonoid, carbohydrate, protein, alkaloid, steroid, phenol, phytosterol, terpenoids and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 17–31 Read article
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Role of Unani Drugs in Minor Ailments of Pregnancy: A Literary Review
Abstract: Pregnancy is a wonderful experience in women’s life. During pregnancy, there are progressive changes occurring in the body which interfere with routine activities of the women. Identification of these ailments and their management in time reduces the stress. It is necessary to keep in mind that a successive outcome depends on continued supervision which starts with the pregnancy and ends in puerperal period. Inadequacy of one cannot be compensated by …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 32–35 Read article
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Evaluation of False Yam (Icacina oliviformis) Seed Extract as Substitute for Antibiotics on Growth Performance and Carcass Characteristics of Broiler Chickens
Abstract: An experiment was carried out using broiler chickens to determine the effects of false yam seed extract on their growth performance. One hundred and fifty (150) chicks (Cobb strain) were selected and randomly divided into 15 groups of 10 birds each. Fresh false yam seed chips were soaked for 3 days (1 part of fresh seed to 2 parts of water) and extract was decanted and sieved through a fine …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 4–8 Read article
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Fungi Static Effect of Dano Oil and Lumina Shampoo
Abstract: Dano anti-dandruff oil and Lumina herbal shampoo is a proprietary of Siddha products used for anti-dandruff benefit. In the present study, both the products were evaluated for anti-fungal effect against three species of fungi such as Trichophyton mentagrophytes, Candida albicans and Pityrosporum ovale by agar well diffusion method. The findings clearly showed that Dano and Lumina possess anti-fungal activity.Keywords: Fungal infection, herbal hair oil, herbal shampooCite this ArticleSoundharya R, Aruna …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 9–11 Read article