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119 articles for “traditional medicine system”
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Integrating Traditional Medicine with Modern Health Practices
Abstract: Traditional medicine has been an integral part of global healthcare for centuries, rooted in cultural heritage, and natural remedies. However, with advancements in modern healthcare practices, a divide has formed between traditional and contemporary approaches. This paper explores the potential integration of traditional medicine with modern health practices, emphasizing evidence-based benefits, challenges in harmonization, and policy frameworks for effective collaboration. Through an interdisciplinary analysis, we argue that integrating these systems …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Phytoconstituents of Ticanto crista (L.) R. Clark & Gagnon (Caesalpiniaceae): A Review
Abstract: Ticanto crista (L.) R. Clark & Gagnon (= Caesalpinia crista L.), a member of the Leguminosae family, is a medicinally important plant traditionally used in various systems of medicine, including Ayurveda, for treating a wide range of ailments. It has attracted increasing scientific interest due to its rich phytochemical profile and therapeutic potential. This review serves as a comprehensive index of the chemical structures of common and medicinal compounds isolated …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 38–59 Read article
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Rauwolfia Serpentina: A Comprehensive Phytochemical Study of Its Bioactive Metabolites
Abstract: Rauwolfia Serpentina is an important medicinal plant used in Ayurveda, Unani, and folk medicine system of medicine. This plant grew as a bush in company of other plants as an evergreen structure. It is commonly known as ‘Sarpaghanda’. in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine system. It is safe and effective for the treatment of snakebites and various types of disease like malaria, breast cancer, prostate cancer, high blood pressure, insomnia, epilepsy, …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 25–50 Read article
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Unani Medicine Uncovered: Core Concepts And Quality Evaluations
Abstract: Unani medicine, a traditional healing system primarily reliant on herbal remedies, finds its roots in the ancient wisdom of Greek philosopher Hippocrates (460–377 BC) and his associates. Its evolution and prominence, however, owe much to the support of Persian and Arab empires before making its way to the Indian subcontinent around the mid-14th century. Unani practitioners believe that each individual possesses a unique temperament shaped by the interplay of four …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 10–17 Read article
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Evidence-Based Ayurveda Approaches for the Rapid Management of Dyslipidemia
Abstract: Dyslipidemia is increasingly prevalent ain modern society, primarily resulting from imbalances in lifestyle and dietary habits. Elevated levels of triglycerides, however, are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases and metabolic disorders. Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine, offers holistic approaches to managing lipid imbalances through dietary regulation, herbal formulations. While it may not directly correspond to a specific disease entity in Ayurveda, it is typically associated with …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 63–66 Read article
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Socioeconomic Inequalities in Utilisation of AYUSH Systems of Medicine in North-East India: Evidence from NSS 79th (2022–2023) Round on AYUSH
Abstract: Background: Socioeconomic inequality in healthcare Utilisation continues despite policy focus on universal health coverage and Sustainable Development Goal 3. India's traditional, complementary, and alternative medicine systems are generally termed as AYUSH. AYUSH has been consolidated into the national health policy; however, empirical findings on its distributive equity persist as limited. This study estimates and decomposes socioeconomic inequality in Utilisation of AYUSH systems of medicine among the adult age group 15 …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 29–42 Read article
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Surajmukhi (Helianthus annuus L.): Medicinal Importance in Unani Literature and Modern Evidence
Abstract: Helianthus annuus L. (Sunflower), belonging to the family Asteraceae, is a well-recognized plant in both traditional and modern systems of medicine. In Unani medicine, it is described under the name “Shams-ul-Nahar,” attributed with specific Mizaj (temperament) and pharmacological actions. The plant is considered to possess a hot and moist temperament (Har Ratab), and different parts, including its seeds, oil, and leaves, have been employed in classical formulations. Sunflower seeds are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 52–65 Read article
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Herbal Drug Used in the Treatment of Diabetes: A Review
Abstract: Background: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease that occurs at the point when the pancreas is not able to produce insulin, or when the body cannot utilize the insulin it produces. Diabetes mellitus is a complex metabolic disorder that affects various systems of body such as visual, circulatory, renal and nervous system. Human beings depend upon plants for their various needs such as food, fodder, fuel, timber, fibres, dyes, gums, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science Read article
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Tinospora Cordifolia (Willd.) Hook.f. & Thomson: A Review on Herbal Formulations and Health Benefits
Abstract: India has a vast variety of medicinal plants utilised as natural medicines since prehistoric times. Herbal medicine was the main form of treatment earlier in the 20th century because neither antibiotics nor analgesics were readily available. Nowadays, natural plant products are becoming more significant in clinical research since they have no side effects and have greater pharmacological response than allopathic medications. Tinospora cordifolia (Giloy or Guduchi) is a climbing shrub …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digitalization of Community Health Screening in Unani Medicine: Bridging Tradition with Technology – A Perspective Review
Abstract: AI and digitalization bring a great opportunity for reforming and even improvement of traditional healthcare systems in Unani physiology. This review, therefore, observes the important role played by AI and digital health solutions in modernizing health screening and diagnostic procedures in Unani medicine, thereby bridging traditional healing practices with contemporary technological advancement. AI refers to the advantages that may accrue via wearable health devices and telemedicine in real-time monitoring, early …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 20–31 Read article
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Valeriana Jatamansi in Ailment of Various Diseases: A Review
Abstract: V. wallichii, often known as Valeriana jatamansi, is a significant medicinal herb. The word ‘Valerian’, which is derived from the word ‘Velo’ means ‘strong drug’, was originally used by an Indian doctor in the ninth century. This review focus on their geographical characterization, botanical characterization, traditional uses, and their mechanism of action on various bioactivity. This review discusses the major bioactive constituents and their 2D and 3D structures. V. jatamansi …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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From Humours to Metabolism: An Integrative Review of Obesity Management in Unani Medicine
Abstract: Unani Medicine, a traditional complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) system, adopts a holistic, temperament-based approach to disease prevention and management. In classical Unani literature, obesity is described as Simān-e-Mufriṭ, a pathological condition arising from humoral imbalance, particularly the predominance of phlegm (Balgham) and derangement of temperament (Su’-e-Mizāj), most commonly of a cold and moist nature. This condition is attributed to a sedentary lifestyle, weakened digestive and metabolic faculties, and excessive …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Nutritional, Preventive, and Therapeutic Potential of Ma-ul-Shae’er (Barley Water) in the Unani System of Medicine: A Holistic Viewpoint
Abstract: In the Unani methodology of managing diseases, Ilaj-bil-Ghiza (dietotherapy) serves as a foundational principle. The initial course of treatment for any ailment entails prescribing specific diets or regulating the quality and quantity of food intake. In recent times, there has been a heightened public awareness regarding the health advantages of functional foods and nutraceuticals for disease prevention and overall well-being. Unani medicine provides a methodical classification of food, taking into …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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India’s Traditional Medicine Trade (2015–2024): Trends, Regulatory Landscape, and Policy Directions for Sustainable Growth
Abstract: India is a major global supplier of traditional medicine products – including Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, homeopathic, and other herbal and plant-based formulations – yet exports continue to face challenges arising from regulatory divergence, heterogeneous quality-control requirements across markets, and raw-material supply constraints linked to biodiversity pressure and fragmented value chains. This paper systematically analyzes India’s import-export patterns for traditional medicine between 2015 and 2024, maps the regulatory landscape (DGFT, Drugs, …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Use of Nano-Formulated Ayurvedic Medicines: A Bridge Between Tradition and Modern Science in South India
Abstract: The integration of nanotechnology with traditional Ayurvedic medicine represents an exciting and emerging area of healthcare innovation. By combining the age-old wisdom of Ayurveda with the precision and efficiency of modern nanotechnology, researchers are developing new ways to enhance the effectiveness of herbal treatments. Nanotechnology allows for the creation of tiny drug delivery systems that can improve how Ayurvedic medicines are absorbed and utilized in the body, potentially making them …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 27, Issue 3, 2025 Read article
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Bioenhancer to Boost Herbal Drug Efficacy
Abstract: Bioenhancers are natural substances that significantly improve the absorption, bioavailability, and therapeutic efficacy of drugs when co-administered, without showing notable pharmacological activity of their own. In herbal medicine, the concept of bioenhancement has received growing attention as many phytoconstituents exhibit low oral bioavailability due to poor solubility, limited permeability, and extensive first-pass metabolism. The traditional Ayurvedic system first introduced this concept through the discovery of Piperine, the active alkaloid from …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Herbal Medicines and Complementary Therapies: Their Role, Types and Applications
Abstract: Medicinal plants are used in herbal medicine to treat and prevent illnesses. This includes the use of standardized and titrated botanical extracts in addition to common and traditional medicines from different cultures. The safety of a treatment may be suggested by its long history and deep cultural roots in traditional medical systems, but this does not always imply that it is effective. This is especially important in herbal medicine, since …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 40–53 Read article
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Neuro-Rehabilitation Reimagined: A Cross-Cultural Paradigm Integrating Immunotherapeutics and Multidimensional Analytics in Pediatric Cerebral Palsy
Abstract: Researchers performed multidimensional data analysis on the clinical records of 1,586 cerebral palsy pediatric patients to investigate the rehabilitative benefits of immunotherapy and the advantages of blending Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western treatments. A multi-center, prospective cohort study established a standardized system for data gathering that included clinical baseline databases along with treatment protocols and follow-up information. Baseline data analysis showed substantial patient diversity across clinical types and TCM syndromes …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 67–84 Read article
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Bridging Traditional Ayurvedic Pedagogy and Competency-Based Education: A Contemporary Perspective
Abstract: Mentoring plays a pivotal part in education. It has deep roots in both the traditional practitioner- Shishya Parampara of Ayurveda and ultramodern faculty- grounded medical education. The National Medical Commission and the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine have stated that structured mentorship programs are essential to guide scholars from newcomers to interpreters. This composition looks at how these traditions connect. It explains the purpose and limits of mentoring. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Nanotechnology In Herbal Medicine
Abstract: Herbal medicine has been widely used for centuries as a natural and holistic approach to health care. However, many herbal compounds face challenges such as low solubility, low bioavailability, instability, and the lack of targeted delivery, which affect their efficacy. The integration of nanotechnology into herbal medicine has emerged as a promising strategy to overcome these challenges and enhance the pharmacological potential of plant-derived compounds. Nanocarriers such as liposomes, solid …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 28, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 50–69 Read article