Significance of Natural product
Synonyms: Herbal product, Organic product
In Dutch: Natuurlijk product; In Finnish: Luonnollinen tuote; In Spanish: Producto natural; In German: Natürliches Produkt
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Hindu concept of 'Natural product'
In Hinduism, a natural product signifies substances like girisindura, which are naturally sourced, contrasting with synthetic alternatives like laboratory-made red vermilion, emphasizing the spiritual and cultural significance of naturally occurring materials.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) Specifies girisindura as a naturally occurring substance, distinguishing it from artificial red vermilion produced in laboratories.[1]
The concept of Natural product in local and regional sources
Natural products encompass raw materials sourced from the region, such as gold, silver, teou-shih, white jade, and fire pearls, highlighting their importance and value within the local economy and cultural heritage.
From: Buddhist records of the Western world (Xuanzang)
(1) The raw materials originated from the country, including gold, silver, teou-shih, white jade, and fire pearls.[2]
The concept of Natural product in scientific sources
Natural products are substances derived from natural sources, particularly plants, that play a crucial role in health and healing, drug development, and cancer treatment, showcasing their historical and modern significance in medicine.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) Natural products derived from living organisms, like microorganisms and plants, are a major approach to tackle the parasitic problem.[3] (2) These are substances, like honey, propolis, and bee bread, that are utilized as antibacterial agents, and are an attractive alternative to antibiotics.[4] (3) This encompasses chemical compounds derived from natural sources, such as plants, and are investigated for their potential therapeutic uses, including those from Terminalia species.[5] (4) These are substances derived from plants, animals, or minerals that have medicinal properties and are used in traditional and modern healthcare practices.[6] (5) Substances derived from nature, such as polyphenols, that have garnered interest due to their potential health benefits and ability to prevent diseases.[7]