Significance of Herbal Compound
Herbal Compound refers to mixtures of various herbs prepared for therapeutic purposes across different traditions, including Ayurveda. These compounds are derived from natural plant substances and have been used to treat various ailments. Historical texts like the Brihatkhecariprakasha and practices among ascetics highlight their rejuvenating properties. In modern contexts, Herbal Compounds are gaining interest for their therapeutic applications, serving as safer alternatives in medical treatments, particularly in Ayurveda, for enhancing health and recovering from injuries.
Synonyms: Herbal mixture, Plant extract, Herbal formulation, Herbal preparation, Herbal remedy, Phytochemical compound
In Dutch: Kruidensamenstelling; In Finnish: Yrttiyhdiste; In Spanish: Compuesto a base de hierbas
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Hindu concept of 'Herbal Compound'
In Hinduism, a Herbal Compound is a blend of various herbs, meticulously mixed for therapeutic benefits, and used to treat diverse ailments, showcasing the tradition's emphasis on natural healing methods.
From: Garuda Purana
(1) Mixtures of various herbs prepared in specific proportions for therapeutic purposes, addressing various ailments.[1]
The concept of Herbal Compound in local and regional sources
Herbal Compound relates to traditional recipes documented in the Brihatkhecariprakasha, encompassing Khecarividya's practices. These compounds, shared among ascetics, promote rejuvenation without clarity on the underlying processes.
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This refers to compounds that were shared amongst ascetics, as rejuvenation occurred without Tapasviji being clear about the processes being used.[2] (2) Herbal compounds are recipes that are referred to in the Brihatkhecariprakasha, which refers to three of the Khecarividya's recipes, and the term kalpa is used with this meaning.[3]
The concept of Herbal Compound in scientific sources
Herbal Compound encompasses medicinal preparations from natural sources, notably for diabetes treatment, health promotion in Rasayana therapy, and specific formulas like Triphaladi Kwatha and Gojihwadi Kwatha for various health conditions and ailments.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) These have beneficial effects on memory and the cognition of both menopausal women and OVX rats, and they also have neuroprotective effects in vitro, according to the provided text.[4]