Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy
Volume 1, Issue 2 (2014)
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Table of contents
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Cosmetology through Unani Perception: A Literature Review
Abstract: Cosmetology, defined as study and application of beauty treatment, has been in practice since antiquity. Natural products involved in cosmetic formulations are becoming popular among the population owing to their safety and effectiveness. The present review focuses on cosmeceutical preparations described in Unani literature regarding hair, skin and nails and is based on the literature from noted Unani texts, viz., Zakhira Sabit Ibn Qurrah, Kitab al Mansoori, Ghina Muna, Kamil …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Impact of Obesity on Women’s Health and Its Management with Unani Herbal Medicine – A Review
Abstract: Obesity is a term used to describe body weight that is much greater than what is considered healthy and is a serious health problem. It affects 32.2% of the global population mostly in high income groups. The adverse effects of obesity on women’s health is overwhelming and is related to polycystic ovary syndrome, diabetes and diabetes in turn puts women at dramatically increased risk of cardiovascular disease, and risk of …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Remedial Prospective of Vitis vinifera in Unani System of Medicine: An Overview
Abstract: Vitis vinifera Linn belonging to the family Vitaceae is known as Angoor in Unani and Draakshaa in Ayurveda system of medicine. It is found in North-western India especially Bengal, Himachal and Andhra Pradesh. The plant contains malic acid, tannic acid, flavonoids, tartrates, inositol, carotenes, choline and sugars. It has been used in traditional systems of medicine since centuries for the treatment of diseases like bilious dyspepsia, dysuria, cholera, nausea, fever, …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Standardization and Quantitative Estimation of Chemical Constituents of Lipotab Unani Herbal Tablets
Abstract: The Unani poly-herbal drug Lipotab tablet is therapeutically used for cardiac health. There are no standard procedures available for evaluation of the constituents present in any herbal products. Standardization and quality control of indigenous medicines will not only increase the benefit of the drugs but also translate into higher profits for the industry. In the present study, the constituents of Lipotab tablet, i.e., turmeric (Curcumin) and garlic (thiosulphinate allicin) has …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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A Critical Review on Concept of Aging in Unani Tib
Abstract: With better advances in the field of medicine, life expectancy has increased in India. It is expected to increase to 65 years in 2015, which means more burden on the existing health care system of the country. Unfortunately, in our country elderly care is hospital-based with little attention on community-based, day care center-based or home-based care. With rapidly changing scenario of aging population, we should find the right model for …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 32–35 Read article
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Prevalence of Different Risk Factors in Patients of Tashannuji Usre Tams (Spasmodic Dysmenorrhea)
Abstract: Tashannuji Usre Tams (spasmodic dysmenorrhea), which means painful menstruation, is one of the major gynecological problems. It is a single commonest cause of the female absenteeism from school, college and work places. The pain is spasmodic and occurs in lower abdomen, low back or in the thighs. This study was done to observe the prevalence of risk factors of spasmodic dysmenorrhea. The study consisted of 180 unmarried girls between 12 …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 36–43 Read article
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Efficacy of Leech Therapy in the Management of Osteoarthritis: A Comparative Clinical Study
Abstract: Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common chronic conditions and over half of the patients with OA report being limited in their daily activities because of pain. Physical activity and exercise reduce the pain, but do not relieve the cause. This study was done to emphasize the efficacy of leech therapy in the management of Waja-ul-Mafasil (osteoarthritis) in the Department of Moalijat (General Medicine), Govt. Nizamia Tibbi College & …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 5–11 Read article