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159 articles for “Ayurvedic herbs”
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Oncology in Ayurveda: Concept and Management
Abstract: Cancer is known to mankind since long. The disease has been believed to be difficult to cure, due to uncontrolled cell division. Disease has been described in details as Arbuda in ayurvedic classics. There are four-fold treatments for Arbuda viz., Aushadha (medicinal management with medicinal herbs, polyherbal combinations and herbomineral compounds); Kshara (alkali treatment); Agni Karma; and Shastra (surgical removal of tumour). The selection of medicaments or process depends on …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Shleshmataka: A Potential Plant for its Folklore and Therapeutic Uses
Abstract: Shleshmatak (Cordia dichotoma Forst.) is a well-known yet one of the lesser explored medicinal plants in Ayurveda mentioned in the group of Vishgna dravyas (Ch.) and Phalavarga (Su.) in various Ayurvedic Samhitas and literature. Mother nature has been generous enough to grant mankind with various medicinal plants and herbs which are commonly used in Ayurveda to cure innumerable ailments. A medicinal plant is used with the intention of sustaining health …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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A Review: Carissa Carendas Leaves: Phytochemical Constituents, Traditional Use, and Pharmacological Properties
Abstract: Carissa carendas called Karanda are used in many traditional systems Unani, Ayurveda, homeopathic systems. Traditionally various herbal drugs used in curing many diseases are used singly or in a combination of another herbal drugs. Carissa carendas is all part of plant-like fruit, root, leaves all parts is used to treat many diseases traditionally. Various herbal drugs individually or in combination have been recommended for the treatment of different diseases. The …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 10, Issue 4, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Computational Exploration of Aristolochia indica Bioactive Compounds Against Snake Venom Proteins Using Docking and Dynamics Simulations
Abstract: Snakebite envenoming is a neglected health threat impacting millions of people each year especially in tropical and subtropical countries. Ethnomedicinal plants are sources of various bioactive compounds and have been utilised by several tribes across the world for centuries. Aristolochia indica is a perennial herb mentioned in the Indian Ayurveda with a long history of use against snake venom, scorpion venom, fevers, rheumatic arthritis, liver ailments, leishmaniasis etc. The major …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 50–66 Read article
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Medical Tourism in India for Ayurveda
Abstract: Medical tourism in India is the term used for the foreigners visiting India for availing cheap and best medical facilities as compared to its availability in other countries. The purview of Medical tourism entails travelling because of health related issues with respect to their purpose of recovery. Like food and shelter, healthcare is the basic necessity for humanity. New India holds itself as a healthcare destination, major source of foreign …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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A General Review of Phyllanthus urinaria w.s.r to its Medicinal Effect
Abstract: Phyllanthus urinaria is a herb, with small and thin stem along with small green coloured fruit just like berry. This herb is used in much Ayurvedic formulation with countless medicinal property especially as hepatoprotective agent. It works as a miracle in hepatic disorder and maintains healthy function of liver. So, keeping in views of the hepatoprotective nature of the Bhumyamlaki, it was selected for the present study.
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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A Review of the Most Important Medicinal Herbs: Adathodai Leaf (AL)
Abstract: Leaf of Adhatoda vasica (Vasaka) is a key drug of Ayurveda, prescribed as an expectorant. Quinazoline alkaloids in the nearby leaves are established as lively main beliefs. In Ayurveda, its leaf juice (Vasa swarasa) is included in many formulations. For e.g., Drug, cough, and throat stomach: Take only the leaf, boil the water and give it to the honey; Asthma, cough, and sore disorder: To provide drinking water with tipsily, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–4 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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Demand for AYUSH Healthcare in India: Multinomial Logit Estimation of the Utilisation of Indian System of Medicine
Abstract: Despite the widespread use of the allopathic system of medicines, the indigenous non-allopathic systems of medicine are widely practiced and used in India. The increasing healthcare costs of the modern corporate type of hospitals and the less expensiveness of local herbal medicines drive the use of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy (AYUSH) hospitals for the treatments of chronic diseases, acute illness episodes, maternity health care and catastrophic …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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A Spectrum of Psychoactive Drugs in Ayurveda
Abstract: We are in the 21st century, to fulfill minimum requirements like food, shelter, clothing etc; we are struggling day by day in the stressful atmosphere where demand and supply ratio is improper, so that the people are trying to overcome the stressful situation that may be financial or social aspect, but after lot of struggle few of them able to get their appropriate job and lot of people compromise what …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Exploring Malaria Fever (Vishama Jwara) Through an Ayurvedic Lens: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Malaria fever, known as Vishama Jwara in Ayurveda, is a significant global health challenge caused by the Plasmodium species transmitted via Anopheles mosquitoes. While conventional medicine has advanced in diagnosing and treating malaria, exploring it through the Ayurvedic perspective offers valuable insights into its holistic understanding and management. Ayurveda describes Vishama Jwara as a fever with irregular patterns, aligning with the cyclical febrile episodes seen in malaria. This review delves …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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A Case Study of Laryngeal Narrowing with Glossopharyngeal Neuritis in Insulin Dependent Diabetes Patient
Abstract: Neuritis is a very common complication met in with chronic diabetics. Commonly, peripheral nerves are involved but involvement of cranial nerves is not a common phenomenon. Involvement of cranial nerves or autonomic nerves may produce serious medical emergency that requires prompt management for life saving followed by long term control management. Such a case of insulin dependent diabetes mellitus with laryngeal narrowing and glossopharyngeal neuritis was met in a clinical …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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A Review on Polyherbal Formulations used in the Treatment of Autoimmune Disease like Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract: This article presents about various polyherbal formulations used in rheumatoid arthritis treatment. RA is a progressive disease, causing inflammation in joints and resulting in painful deformity and immobility especially in the finger, wrist, feet and ankles. It belongs to Non -organ specific class of Auto immune diseases. Autoimmune disease is an illness that occurs when body tissue are attacked by its own immune system. According to Ayurvedic principles, PHF is …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Antioxidant Activity of Bhringraj (Eclipta alba) : An Indian Ancient Herb
Abstract: Eclipta alba, commonly known as Bhringraj, is an herb widely utilized in traditional Indian medicine (Ayurveda) for its diverse therapeutic properties, particularly in promoting hair growth, enhancing liver function, and improving overall health. Among its numerous biological activities, the plant’s antioxidant potential has garnered significant interest in modern phytochemistry. Oxidative stress, caused by an imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the body’s antioxidant defenses, is a key contributor to …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Review on Biological Properties of Cymbopogon Citratus
Abstract: Lemongrass, Cymbopogon citratus (Poaceae-Gramineae), is an important source of ethnomedicines as well as citral, the primary component of Cymbopogon citratus, which is used in the cosmetic perfumery, and pharmaceutical industries for pathogen control. The word "lemon" comes from the aroma of the plant, which is mostly accountable to the existence of citral, a cyclic monoterpene. Initial research on lemongrass extracts (tea) may have disclosed inconsistent pieces of evidence; however, the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 24–27 Read article
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To Evaluate the Role of Anupana in Ayurvedic Treatment
Abstract: Ayurveda is the most ancient science of life. The main aim of Ayurveda is “Swasthasya Swasthaya Rakshanam” which means to maintain the health of healthy person & “Aturasya Vikara Prashamanam” means to cure the diseases of diseased person; the concept of Anupana is beneficial for both the condition. It is one of the unique fundamental principles of Ayurveda under the title of drug administration. Anupana is a liquid material which …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 27–30 Read article
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Ethno-pharmacological Review of Bauhinia variegate : A Potential Herbal Drug
Abstract: AbstractMedicinal plants are part and parcel of human society to combat diseases, from the dawn of civilization. There exists a plethora of knowledge, information and benefits of herbal drugs in our ancient literature of Ayurvedic, Siddha, Unani and Chinese medicine. Bauhinia variegata Linn. (Kanchanar/Rakta kanchan), is a widely used medicinal plant by the tribals throughout India and is popular in various indigenous systems of medicine like Ayurveda, Unani and Homoeopathy. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Tridax Procumbens: Nature's Gift for Medicinal Benefits
Abstract: India possesses a diverse range of medicinal herbs due to its unique environmental conditions and varied seasons, which provide an ideal environment for the growth of numerous plant species. One such plant is the tridax procumbens, an annual herb that spreads widely and is native to India. Belonging to the Asteraceae family, it is known as "Ghamra" among the local population and referred to as "coat buttons" in English. Additionally, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Terminalia arjuna: The Medicinal Tree
Abstract: Over 85% of the medications used in both conventional and alternative medical systems come from plant sources. The stem bark of Terminalia arjuna (T. arjuna) is rich in minerals, flavonoids, and glycosides. T. arjuna bark is unique because flavonoids have been shown to have anti-inflammatory, lipid-lowering, and antioxidant properties, and glycosides are cardiotonic. A variety of topics related to its ethnomedical, phytochemical, pharmacological, and clinical significance to different medical conditions …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 27–34 Read article
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A Study on Ekakushtha (Psoriasis) With Its Ayurvedic Management
Abstract: The skin, the delicate outer layer of vertebrates, often reflects internal imbalances and stress-related conditions within the body. In Ayurveda, the skin (Tvak) is considered a mirror of internal health, revealing various abnormalities or disorders. All skin diseases are collectively categorized under the term "Kushtha" in Ayurvedic texts. The ancient Acharyas explain that Kushtha involves the imbalance of all three doshas, with the specific type of Kushtha determined by the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 15–18 Read article