Significance of Herbal medicine
Synonyms: Botanical medicine, Plant medicine, Natural medicine, Herbal therapy, Phytotherapy, Herbalism
In Dutch: Kruidengeneeskunde; In Finnish: Kasviperäinen lääke; In Spanish: Medicina herbaria; In German: Kräutermedizin
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Buddhist concept of 'Herbal medicine'
In Buddhism, herbal medicine's interpretation is tied to its promotion via various literary forms, like encyclopedias and poetry. These texts helped spread its popularity across China.
From: Hualin International Journal of Buddhist Studies
(1) The popularity of liuli spread all over China through other literary genres, such as books on herbal medicine, primers, encyclopedias, poetry, and prose, among others.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Herbal medicine'
In Hinduism, herbal medicine, deeply rooted in traditions like Ayurveda, utilizes plants for healing. Valued for fewer side effects, it's gaining popularity and is seen as a key component in both traditional and modern healthcare, with growing research and global interest.
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) Herbal medicine is connected to Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine|April-June|2020 attempted to precisely review the nature and course of COVID-19 and endeavoured to illuminate the strength of Ayurveda.[2] (2) The article appeared in the Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine, discussing the use of Samshodhan therapy for managing PCOS.[3] (3) The Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine published this case study, highlighting the intersection of traditional Ayurvedic practices and the use of herbal remedies.[4] (4) utilizes plants and plant extracts as remedies for many diseases, targeting to restore the body's ability to protect, regulate, and heal itself, often working miraculously on the human body.[5] (5) Herbal medicine involves the use of plants for medicinal purposes, as reflected in the journal's title and the use of Yashtimadhu Taila in the presented study.[6]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) Herbal medicine is used in Ayurveda, but it is not always safe, as adverse effects like generalized weakness and giddiness can occur following administration of Lekhana Basti.[7] (2) It is a system of medicine that utilizes plants like Guduchi, which is valued for its huge therapeutic potential and clinical applications.[8] (3) The medicinal plants are a key component of this, with people traditionally using them as food to prevent diseases, emphasizing the importance of locally available plants.[9] (4) Current researches show that herbal medicine extracts are effective because of their interaction with specific chemical receptors within the body.[10] (5) Herbal medicines are utilized in Ayurvedic treatment, revealing the effective management of ovarian cysts with no adverse effects, offering a natural approach to addressing female disorders.[11]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) Zingiber officinale rhizome had been long used in traditional form of this, and its huge health promoting perspective is due to its rich phytochemistry.[12] (2) Plays a vital responsibility in serving the therapeutic requirements of major fraction of human populace worldwide.[13] (3) The utilization of herbs for therapeutic purposes, generally considered harmless in small doses.[14] (4) Ayurveda gives a better approach at understanding rajonivritti along with number of herbal medicines and therapies which are effective with no side effects .[15] (5) Sattu can be made by using different herbal medicines according to need for treatment of various diseases.[16]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) A branch of alternative medicine that utilizes plants and their parts for therapeutic purposes.[17]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 5: Treatment of various afflictions
(1) The system of medicine practiced in ancient India, utilizing the knowledge of plants and their properties, as highlighted by the authors mentioned in the text.[18] (2) Medicines made from plants, described throughout the text as treatments for obesity and other related ailments.[19]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) Medicinal substances derived from plants, as discussed in texts such as Charaka and Sushruta, useful in treating conditions like piles.[20]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) A great many of the allopathic drugs are prepared from Indian herbs, the properties of which the allopaths came to learn from Indian books on these.[21]
The concept of Herbal medicine in scientific sources
Herbal medicine uses plant-derived substances for therapeutic purposes. It's a traditional, widespread practice, often preferred for its perceived safety, lower cost, and effectiveness in treating various ailments, including potential applications in mental health.
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Natural food products have been used as herbal medicine for thousands of years to treat chronic hyperglycemia, offering potential benefits with fewer side effects.[22] (2) The data may suggest potential use of Orthosiphon stamineus and Cinnamomum iners as herbal medicines with GST inhibitory effect.[23] (3) This refers to the utilization of plant-derived substances for therapeutic purposes, specifically in the context of managing inflammatory bowel diseases.[24] (4) It is a traditional medical practice involving the use of plants and plant extracts for therapeutic purposes, and Gastrodia elata Blume is a popular one.[25] (5) Despite positive perceptions, concerns about their safety remain a major issue, as they can cause adverse reactions.[26]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) It is related to the assortment of herbal medicines of the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.[27] (2) Traditional healthcare that a significant portion of the population relies on, according to the World Health Organization.[28] (3) These contain complex mixes of organic compounds and phytoconstituents, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, saponins, fatty acids, sterols, and terpenes.[29] (4) Products derived from plants and manufactured in various forms for medicinal purposes.[30] (5) A traditional practice that showed protective effects in many animal models of intellectual ischemia.[31]
From: Journal of Medicinal Plants for Economic Development
(1) Refers to the use of plants for therapeutic or medicinal purposes, often based on traditional knowledge and practices.[32] (2) Modes of action of herbal medicines and plant secondary metabolites, Medicines 2(3), 251–286.[33] (3) These have been used for many years in medical practice, contributing to human health, especially in developing countries, and require scientific research for validation.[34] (4) This is the practice of using plants or plant extracts for medicinal purposes, playing a vital role in healthcare, especially in rural areas.[35] (5) These are preparations from plants, and people use these for their primary healthcare needs.[36]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is a type of alternative treatment option that some patients chose.[37] (2) Single clove garlic oil extract is used as an herbal medicine thought to prevent and treat diseases caused by high fat diets, according to the provided text.[38] (3) These are a type of medicine, the use of which is growing, and it is important to monitor for safety and potential adverse reactions.[39] (4) These traditional medicines were discussed in the workshop, with groups voicing concerns about side effects and lack of regulatory mechanisms, as indicated by the text.[40] (5) Herbal medicine is used by some respondents to facilitate labor, which may lead to the risk of precipitating labor and postpartum hemorrhage, according to the text.[41]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) Herbal medicine from mangosteen rind has been shown to control blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes mellitus, and further research is still needed to determine the effectiveness of mangosteen peel.[42] (2) These are traditional folk medicinal therapies that are often used in conjunction with conventional medicines, and the study investigated the use of these, particularly Moringa oleifera, among the HIV positive patients.[43] (3) Medicines derived from plants, with increasing acceptance and research, including the use of sappan wood and limau citrus peel in hand gel formulations, as mentioned in the text.[44] (4) Physicians, nurses, and pharmacists generally are inadequate training and knowledge on the mechanism of botanical medicines, so they need sufficient knowledge on herbal medicines.[45] (5) These are a type of traditional medicine, and the text notes that there was a massive development of unregulated formulations during the pandemic, which posed potential health risks.[46]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) A traditional approach to medicine used in Africa, providing context for understanding healthcare practices.[47] (2) Herbal medicine is something that SBAs try to delay giving, but they cannot refuse to practice them.[48] (3) This is a type of medicine that is utilized for the purpose of pain management and has been assessed for its efficacy as well as potential interactions with other drugs.[49] (4) Participants expressed subjective fear that traditional health practitioners would take away their patients with the use of untested herbal medicines, resulting in more deaths.[50] (5) Herbal medicine is referenced in the context of collaboration between biomedical and alternative medicine, with an example of a pilot study introducing herbal units in hospitals.[51]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) Spirulina, St. John's Wort, and Echinacea are all examples of these, according to Johannes, and he believes they are harmless.[52] (2) This alternative treatment approach has been studied for insomnia, and it has been reviewed in systematic reviews and meta-analyses.[53] (3) These are plant-based treatments, and the study investigates healthcare professionals' familiarity with and attitudes towards these treatments in the context of atopic eczema, with a particular focus on oral and topical varieties.[54] (4) A small bottle or vial, is sometimes used as a form of protection, much like a charm, and may be found with other items used for safety.[55] (5) Herbal medicines are plant-based remedies used by some HIV patients, which may have a beneficial impact on the immune system and assist in managing their condition.[56]
From: Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
(1) The World Health Organization has estimated that 80% of the world’s population relies on this to treat diseases.[57] (2) This is the use of plants for medical purposes.[58]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) This is a type of medicine that is being validated and registered for treating HIV, and the evaluation of African traditional medicines is a crucial step in this process, especially those based on plant extracts.[59]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) These are therapeutic products derived from plants, used for their medicinal properties, and are subject to scientific review for evidence.[60] (2) A field that utilizes plant-based remedies, with a concept that composite extracts offer greater benefits than single ones.[61] (3) Ginger is recognized as a herbal medicine employed in the treatment of diverse health issues, including common cold, gastrointestinal disorders, motion sickness, diabetes, metabolic disorders, and obesity.[62] (4) Play a crucial role in both the prevention and treatment of cancer and are readily accessible to many people.[63] (5) Widely utilized either alone or with conventional treatments, particularly in less affluent settings, due to their natural components and perceived fewer side effects.[64]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Herbal medicine represents a culturally familiar odorant to South Koreans, and the text suggests that impaired identification of this scent is a predictor of dementia.[65] (2) "Herbal medicine" is defined as plant-derived materials or preparations used for therapeutic purposes or other health aids in humans, according to the World Health Organization.[66] (3) Most of the patients were aware of these substances, and when inquired, most of the respondents believed that a few of them had positive or better effects on the kidney.[67] (4) Herbal medicine involves using medicinal plants for therapeutic or protective effects against viruses, protozoa, bacteria, and parasites, with several herbal medicines believed to alleviate or cure COVID-19 and its symptoms.[68] (5) Herbal medicine is identified as a useful CAM therapy, with respondents frequently mentioning the use of herbs and herbal medicine, particularly in relation to chronic diseases, such as using nettle and lemon balm.[69]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) Men have a much more positive opinion about the effect of "herbal medicines" in immunization against the virus, showing a difference in beliefs regarding alternative treatments.[70] (2) Herbal medicines' potency is believed by some traditional healers to diminish if specific adjuvants are revealed, leading to secrecy and rituals to protect indigenous knowledge.[71] (3) Herbal medicines and chemicals in products are studied as a new eco-friendly demand within the context of green supply chain management.[72] (4) Herbal medicines are derived from plants, and there is an innovative health risk assessment of heavy metals in Chinese herbal medicines based on extensive data.[73] (5) Herbal medicine utilizes leaves, which is better for the endurance of medicinal plants compared to using bark and roots, ensuring sustainability of plant populations.[74]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) It is referred to specifically as medicine, and Qiu Chuji believed that pursuing taking is neglecting the fundamentals and pursuing the superficial.[75] (2) They are subject to decay and cannot maintain themselves. They cannot give life to others, unlike the golden elixir.[76]