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18 articles for “cardioprotective effect”
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Investigating the Therapeutic Potential of Badranjboya in Unani Systemic Medicine
Abstract: Badranjboya, a potent medicinal plant derived from Nepeta hindostana, stands as a flowering plant or perennial herb belonging to the illustrious Lamiaceae family, known to thrive in the bountiful lands of India and Pakistan. Its profound importance within Unani literature is evident, for it has been hailed as “Mufarreh_al_Quloob,” denoting its esteemed status as a heart tonic. This venerable recognition can be traced back to the enlightening works of the …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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A research study into the interactions between the monoherbal formulations of arjuna and Aloe vera in a rat model of isoproterenol-induced cardiotoxicity
Abstract: Aloe vera is a herbal dietary supplement, and arjuna is used for its cardioprotective properties. Rats were given isoproterenol hydrochloride subcutaneously to cause myocardial infarction. The purpose of the study was to identify any potential pharmacodynamic interactions between the commercially available formulations of Aloe vera and arjuna. Materials and Procedures: The electrocardiogram (heart rate, ST segment elevation time, QRS complex amplitude), serum cardiac markers (creatine kinase, isoform of creatine kinase, …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Cis-9, Trans-11 Conjugated Linoleic Acid in Milk: Natural Sources, Nutritional Advantages, and Potential Health Benefits
Abstract: Cis-9, trans-11 conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is the most common type of CLA found in milk. It has gained a lot of attention because it may have several health benefits. This bioactive lipid is primarily derived from ruminal biohydrogenation of dietary linoleic acid and endogenous synthesis in the mammary gland via Δ9-desaturase activity. Various dietary and management strategies influence CLA concentrations in milk, including forage composition, lipid supplementation, and grazing …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Enhancing the Bioavailability of Polyphenols: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: The polyphenolic compounds are abundantly found in different plant parts including fruits, leaves, stem and seeds, and are known for possessing a wide range of biological activities. These include antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antidiabetic, cardioprotective, and neuroprotective effects. Their functional relation with their structure highlights the significant therapeutic potential. As a result, the polyphenols are being further being exploited for applications in functional foods, pharmaceuticals, and targeted drug delivery. Despite …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 37–51 Read article
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A Systemic Review: Pithecellobium dulce (Jangal Jalebi)
Abstract: Pithecellobium dulce (Roxb.) Benth., commonly referred to as Jangal Jalebi, Vilayati Babul, or Manila Tamarind, is a versatile tree in the Leguminosae (Fabaceae) family. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical areas and is valued for its ecological, medicinal, and nutritional benefits. The plant is rich in a variety of bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, alkaloids, phenols, glycosides, tannins, saponins, terpenoids, and steroids, which enhance its pharmacological potential. Different extracts …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Protective Effects of Phyllanthus amarus and Sida acuta Extracts Against DoxorubicinInduced Toxicity in Chick Embryo Models
Abstract: Chemotherapy remains a cornerstone of cancer treatment, yet severe side effects, including cardiotoxicity often limit its clinical application. Doxorubicin, a widely used anticancer drug, is particularly associated with dose-dependent toxicities that impact the heart, liver, and kidneys. In search of complementary approaches to mitigate these adverse effects, this study evaluates the protective potential of hydro-alcoholic extracts from Phyllanthus amarus and Sida acuta, two medicinal plants with known antioxidant and anti-inflammatory …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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A Factualistic Study of Phytomedicinal Activity of Curcuma longa (Haldi): Plant That Infuses Life
Abstract: Curcuma longa, commonly known as turmeric, is a plant of remarkable medicinal significance that has been utilized for centuries in traditional medicine and has garnered considerable attention in modern scientific research. This review explores its extensive phytomedicinal potential, focusing on the plant's bioactive compounds, particularly curcumin, which is recognized as the primary agent responsible for its therapeutic properties. Turmeric contains an array of chemical constituents, including curcuminoids, volatile oils, and …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Comprehensive Review of Satawar (Asparagus Racemosus)
Abstract: Asparagus racemosus Willd belongs to the family Asparagaceae, commonly known as Satavari. This Asparagus genus has around 300 species cultivated in the world, mainly grow in shade and tropical climates at low altitudes throughout the India, Asia, Australia and Africa and it is an indigenous monocot medicinal plant of India. Asparagus racemosus root extracts (AR) have possess a variety of pharmacological and therapeutic properties like Antioxidant, galactagogue, antiulcer, rejuvenative, phytoestrogenic, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 Read article
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Review on Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke): an Unexplored Medicinal Plant of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Introduction: The rhizomes of medicinal plant Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke ex Hook.f.) (Family Asteraceae) has long been used in Unani system of medicine (USM) as Cardiac tonic (invigorative and exhilarant), nervine tonic, carminative, protective of the foetus, antidotary etc. in different dosage forms. It is included in specific drugs for heart and is much valuable for palpitation. Because of having antidotal characteristics and protective (corrective) attributes, the rhizomes are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 41–52 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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Barg-e-Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn.) in Unani Medicine: Bridging Classical Therapeutics with Contemporary Pharmacological Evidence
Abstract: In the Unani System of Medicine (USM), Barg-e-Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn.), commonly known as Tulsi or Holy Basil, is a highly valued medicinal herb that has been extensively used for centuries in the prevention and treatment of various ailments. It occupies an important place in traditional Unani therapeutics due to its broad spectrum of medicinal properties and its effectiveness in managing respiratory, gastrointestinal, neurological, and infectious disorders. Classical Unani scholars …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 20–29 Read article
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Nutraceuticals Unveiled: Exploring the Science, Benefits, and Future of Functional Food
Abstract: The rapidly developing subject of nutraceuticals is critically examined in this review, with a focus on its scientific basis, proven health advantages, and possible future applications in the functional food industry. Key bioactive ingredients that contribute to the therapeutics effectiveness of functional foods, including flavonoids, polyphenols, carotenoids, probiotics, and essential fatty acids, have been identified and characterized as a result of recent developments in nutritional science. Both experimental and clinical …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Evaluation of Chemical Constituents of Terminalia Arjuna Bark: As a Cardio-Protective Agent
Abstract: In the past, the primary source of medicinal agents was herbal remedies. One such medicinal plant that is well known for its many therapeutic benefits, particularly its cardiovascular effects, is Terminalia arjuna (TA). The therapeutic effects of these substances are due to a wide range of natural chemical compounds, such as flavonoids, polyphenols, triterpenoids, tannins, glycosides, minerals, proteins, and others. These compounds work together to provide the health benefits associated …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Flaxseed and Diabetes Management: A Comprehensive Review of Recent Studies and Potential Mechanisms
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus, a condition characterized by chronic hyperglycemia, has become a significant global health challenge, leading to substantial morbidity and mortality rates. Dietary techniques are crucial for the effective control of diabetes, including both pharmaceutical and non-pharmacological therapies. Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) is one of the functional foods that has attracted a lot of interest because of its abundance of bioactive components, including lignans, dietary fiber, and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). The …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Therapeutic Importance of Sumbul-ut-Teeb (Nardostachys jatamansi DC)
Abstract: Background: Sumbul-ut-teeb is an important medicinal plant and has been extensively used in the Indian system of medicine. Sumbul-ut-teeb is an erect, small, perennial, rhizomatous herb. There is a plethora of experimental and clinical evidence showing its medicinal activity. Varieties: There are three varieties of Sumbul-ut-teeb that are mentioned in the Unani System of Medicine as a drug that is, Sumbul Hindi, Sumbul Romi, and Sumbul Jabli (pahadi). Sumbul Hindi …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 10–17 Read article
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Practical approach for Type 2 Diabetes: Role of DPP4 Inhibitors
Abstract: Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors (DPP-4Is) have become essential in managing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) due to their ability to enhance incretin hormone activity, which promotes insulin secretion and inhibits glucagon release. These agents effectively lower HbA1c levels by 0.5–1.0%, are weight-neutral, and have a low risk of hypoglycemia, making them suitable for a broad patient population, including the elderly. The antidiabetic market in India is vast. Gliptin as group row …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Aquatic Ecosystems: A Review on Prospecting of Anticancer Molecules from Fungi & Other Microbes
Abstract: Marine biota; namely, actinomycetes, bacteria, fungi, microalgae, green algae, oceanic weeds, mangroves, and other extremophiles constitute about 90% of the oceanic biomass. The organisms are taxonomically diverse, biologically productive/active, and biochemically unique. These unique biochemiques may act as a great source for the discovery of new bioactive molecules, including anticancer drugs. The marines produce medicinally potent biochemicals; namely, sulfated saccharides, polyphenols, and, sterols. Only a few of these alkaloids have …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–22 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. 68–75 Read article