Significance of Medicinal properties
Medicinal properties encompass a variety of health benefits derived from plants, herbs, and other natural substances used in traditional medicine. These properties include therapeutic effects against ailments, as outlined in Ayurveda and other historical texts, such as the efficacy of kohl for eye health, or the benefits of medicinal plants like Tulsi and honey for various conditions. Additionally, substances like herbs and minerals have specific healing qualities, emphasizing the significance of plants in promoting health and treating diseases.
Synonyms: Therapeutic properties, Healing attributes, Treatment characteristics, Pharmacological attributes
In Dutch: Geneeskrachtige eigenschappen
In Finnish: Lääkeominaisuudet
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Hindu concept of 'Medicinal properties'
In Hinduism, "medicinal properties" encompass diverse health benefits from substances like mercury ashes, elephant products, specific herbs, and minerals. These elements are utilized in ancient practices, emphasizing their therapeutic potential in treating various ailments.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) The advantageous effects of hingula and its preparations, which include curing conditions such as asthma, cough, and fever.[1] (2) The health benefits associated with manas-shila, including its use in treating various ailments.[2] (3) The beneficial qualities imparted to the essence obtained from the crucible through the use of specific drugs like haridra.[3] (4) The health benefits and therapeutic applications attributed to shilajatu.[4]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) The health benefits associated with each variety of tikshna iron, including the treatment of various ailments.[5] (2) Health benefits and therapeutic effects attributed to components of bhallataka.[6]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 1: Initiation, Mercury and Laboratory
(1) The health benefits associated with the treated mercury ashes, effective against multiple diseases.[7] (2) The health benefits associated with substances that are combined with Parada.[8]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) The health benefits associated with the ingredients, contributing to the therapeutic effects of the pills.[9] (2) The beneficial effects and healing qualities of shambhu prasada rasa enhanced by the metals.[10]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 5: Treatment of various afflictions
(1) The healing qualities and benefits associated with specific herbs and compounds used in the treatment of ailments.[11]
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) Effects possessed by certain substances (herbs or drugs) that contribute to healing or enhancing health.[12] (2) The therapeutic potential inherent in all substances, as posited in the discussion, emphasizing their utility in treatment.[13] (3) The therapeutic benefits associated with the emetic nut and its preparations, aimed at treating various ailments.[14]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) The health benefits and therapeutic uses derived from flowers as documented in various Ayurvedic practices.[15] (2) Qualities of leaves, shrubs, and trees that allow them to be employed in healing practices.[16]
From: Matangalila and Hastyayurveda (study)
(1) Health benefits extracted from elephant products such as milk and curd, which were highlighted in ancient medical texts.[17]
From: Amarakoshodghatana of Kshirasvamin (study)
(1) The beneficial health effects provided by various plant substances used in traditional medicine.[18] (2) Refers to the health benefits and healing characteristics that vary according to the type of plant.[19] (3) Attributes related to the healing effects of plants, herbs, and minerals discussed in specific Koshas.[20]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) The recognized health benefits associated with the application of kohl, notably as a preventive measure against ocular ailments.[21]
The concept of Medicinal properties in local and regional sources
Medicinal properties encompass the healing qualities of tobacco, acknowledged by various tribes for its effectiveness in pain alleviation, highlighting traditional beliefs in the therapeutic benefits of natural substances.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Healing qualities attributed to tobacco, recognized by various tribes for alleviating pain.[22]
The concept of Medicinal properties in scientific sources
Medicinal properties encompass the beneficial effects of various herbs, foods, and substances in healing and managing health conditions, particularly in traditional practices like Ayurveda, focusing on treatments for ailments such as diabetes and psychiatric disorders.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) The chemical attributes of a plant that contribute to its therapeutic effects, helping treat various health conditions.[23] (2) The healing or beneficial effects that a substance, particularly from plants, can have on health.[24] (3) The beneficial health effects attributed to specific herbal formulations like Lauha Rasayana and Vidangadi Churna in treating obesity.[25] (4) Characteristics that allow a substance to provide therapeutic effects, such as preventing or treating diseases.[26] (5) The various health benefits associated with curcumin, outlining its roles in treating and managing multiple health conditions, primarily through its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.[27]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) The beneficial health effects attributed to the leaves and roots of Polycarpaea corymbosa, particularly used by the Vasava tribes for snake-bite and jaundice.[28] (2) The health benefits and therapeutic effects associated with various herbs, including the garden cress.[29] (3) Healing characteristics attributed to plants used for various health conditions, as reported in the study.[30] (4) The beneficial health effects of the leaves of Flaveria trinervia, as used by tribal people for curing jaundice.[31] (5) The characteristics of certain plants that make them beneficial for treating health-related issues.[32]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) Heath benefits attributed to the chemical compounds in spices that aid in the treatment or prevention of diseases.[33] (2) The beneficial health effects of certain foods that can aid in the prevention or treatment of diseases.[34] (3) Medicinal properties are the healing attributes of a plant or substance that can aid in treating diseases or improving health.[35] (4) The beneficial effects and healing qualities attributed to certain herbs and plants, notably those utilized in Ayurvedic practices.[36] (5) Health benefits derived from rose products, including their antibacterial, astringent, and tonic effects, utilized in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.[37]
From: Ayushdhara journal
(1) The beneficial effects provided by various substances, particularly those used in Ayurvedic practices to treat ailments or improve health.[38] (2) Health benefits and therapeutic potentials attributed to specific plants due to their phytochemical content.[39] (3) Qualities inherent in the herbal solutions used during Vasti that enable therapeutic actions ranging from detoxification to modulation of doshas.[40] (4) The health benefits and therapeutic effects that substances like Madhu are believed to offer, as recognized in Ayurvedic practice.[41] (5) Therapeutic effects attributed to plant extracts that make them useful in treating various diseases.[42]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine
(1) The inherent therapeutic effects provided by certain plant species, utilized in traditional and herbal medicine to treat ailments.[43] (2) Health benefits and therapeutic effects attributed to Urginea indica, including antimicrobial, anthelmintic, antidiabetic, and anticancer activities.[44] (3) The beneficial effects that substances like Takra provide for treating and preventing diseases.[45] (4) The effects of specific Ayurvedic compounds that help restore balance in the body, such as reducing kapha and improving thyroid functions.[46] (5) The therapeutic benefits attributed to various ingredients used in Unmada Gaja Kesari Rasa, said to alleviate specific psychiatric conditions.[47]
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) The health benefits attributed to Achillea millefolium, which has been used for wound healing, treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, and more.[48] (2) The beneficial health effects attributed to Chlorophytum borivilianum in its traditional use.[49] (3) The health benefits and therapeutic uses provided by Cinnamomum species, including treatment of wounds, fever, and gastrointestinal issues.[50] (4) The beneficial effects and therapeutic applications of herbs and minerals identified by Ayurveda sages.[51] (5) Medicinal properties refer to the health benefits and therapeutic effects of specific foods and herbs used to manage health conditions like diabetes.[52]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine
(1) Medicinal properties refer to the therapeutic effects and health benefits associated with specific substances, such as the components of Panchgavya that contribute to its effectiveness in treating ailments.[53] (2) The health benefits associated with specific plants or substances that can aid in treatment or prevention of diseases.[54] (3) Health benefits attributed to the use of Cordyceps sinensis, including its ability to enhance vigor, stamina, and treat various ailments.[55] (4) Refers to the healing qualities and therapeutic effects attributed to a plant or substance.[56]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) The therapeutic benefits and health-enhancing qualities attributed to certain plants and substances, specifically those of P. betle as explored in the context of traditional and scientific research.[57]