Comparative evaluation of Guduchi species regarding Satwa.

Glossary definitions and references:

Scientific and Ayurvedic Glossary list for “Comparative evaluation of Guduchi species regarding Satwa.”. This list explains important keywords that occur in this article and links it to the glossary for a better understanding of that concept in the context of Ayurveda and other topics.

1) Tinospora cordifolia:
Tinospora cordifolia is the accepted botanical source of Guduchi, a plant of the Menispermaceae family. It is widely used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine due to its therapeutic properties, including its use in treating fever, arthritis, and gastric ulcers.

2) Phytochemical:
Phytochemical screening in this study revealed the presence of various phytoconstituents such as alkaloids, glycosides, carbohydrates, and starch in the Guduchi Satwa obtained from Tinospora cordifolia and other species.

3) Dravyaguna (Dravya-guna):
Dravyaguna refers to the study of medicinal properties and actions of drugs in Ayurveda. This research was conducted by scholars from the Department of Dravyaguna at Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science and Research.

4) Nighantu (Nighamtu):
Nighantu is a lexicon or glossary of medicinal plants in Ayurveda. It includes descriptions and synonyms of plants, such as Guduchi, and is referenced in this study for understanding the traditional uses and classifications.

5) Anjana (Amjana):
[see source text or glossary: Anjana]

6) Drug:
In this study, ‘drug’ refers to the medicinal plant Guduchi and the preparations made from it, especially Guduchi Satwa, used for treating various health conditions in Ayurveda.

7) India:
India has a rich tradition of herbal and Ayurvedic medicine, where Guduchi is highly valued for its therapeutic properties. The study was conducted in India, highlighting the practice and significance of these traditional medicines.

8) Medicine:
Medicine in the context of this study refers to the Ayurvedic practices and formulations that utilize Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) for treating ailments like fever, arthritis, and gastric ulcers.

9) Kalpana:
Kalpana in Ayurveda refers to the different formulations or preparations of medicinal plants. Satwa Kalpana is one such preparation highlighted in this study, which involves extracting the essence of Guduchi.

10) Powder:
The Guduchi Satwa prepared in the study was observed as a fine smooth powder, which is a form commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine for ease of administration and efficacy.

11) Varga:
[see source text or glossary: Varga]

12) Discussion:
The discussion section of the study interprets the results, noting the significant differences and similarities in the yield and properties of Satwa among different species of Guduchi, contributing to a deeper understanding of their medicinal value.

13) Ayurveda (Ayus-veda):
Ayurveda is the traditional system of medicine practiced in India, which forms the basis of this study. Guduchi is an important plant in Ayurveda, extensively used for its medicinal properties.

14) Family:
In the botanical classification, Guduchi belongs to the Menispermaceae family. This classification is important for identifying and studying the plant's medicinal properties.

15) Gana:
[see source text or glossary: Gana]

16) Burning sensation:
Guduchi Satwa is used in Ayurvedic treatments for symptoms such as burning sensation in feet, demonstrating its efficacy in providing relief in such conditions.

17) Ashtangasamgraha (Astangasamgraha, Astangasangraha, Ashtanga-samgraha, Ashtanga-sangraha, Ashtangasangraha):
[see source text or glossary: Ashtanga-samgraha]

18) Sushruta-samhita (Susruta-samhita):
[see source text or glossary: Sushruta-samhita]

19) Dhanvantari (Dhanvamtari):
[see source text or glossary: Dhanvantari]

20) Manjunatha:
[see source text or glossary: Manjunatha]

21) Science (Scientific):
Scientific evaluation in this study involves the physicochemical and phytochemical analysis of Guduchi Satwa, demonstrating the blend of traditional knowledge with modern scientific methods.

22) Substance:
In the study, the term ‘substance’ refers to the Satwa, which is the starchy extract obtained from Guduchi and is considered the active part used in Ayurvedic formulations.

23) Flavonoid:
Flavonoids were tested among the phytochemical screenings of Guduchi Satwa. In this study, the presence of flavonoids was not detected in the tested samples.

24) Rasayana (Rasa-ayana):
[see source text or glossary: Rasayana]

25) Ashtanga (Astanga, Ashtan-anga):
[see source text or glossary: Ashtanga]

26) Samgraha (Sangraha):
[see source text or glossary: Samgraha]

27) Samhita:
[see source text or glossary: Samhita]

28) Vijnana:
[see source text or glossary: Vijnana]

29) Prameha:
[see source text or glossary: Prameha]

30) Sparsha (Sparsa):
Sparsha refers to the texture or touch of the Guduchi Satwa. In the study, all three species yielded a fine smooth powder, which is crucial for the organoleptic evaluation.

31) Gelatin:
Tannins and phenolic compounds in Guduchi Satwa were tested using the Gelatin test among other phytochemical evaluations, although they were not detected in this study.

32) Gandha (Gamdha):
Gandha signifies the odor of Guduchi Satwa. The study found that the Satwa obtained from all three species of Guduchi is odorless, an important organoleptic characteristic.

33) Anjali (Amjali):
[see source text or glossary: Anjali]

34) Bitter:
While Guduchi itself is noted for its bitter taste, the Satwa extract, according to this study, was found to be tasteless across the different species tested.

35) Purity:
Purity in this context refers to the quality and lack of contamination in Guduchi Satwa. The physicochemical studies confirmed its purity, making it safe for therapeutic use.

36) Nature:
[see source text or glossary: Nature]

37) Indian:
Indian medicinal traditions, particularly Ayurveda, regard Guduchi as a valuable herb. This study, conducted in India, further explores its potential by comparing different species.

38) Lanka (Lamka, Lànkà):
The plant Guduchi is indigenous to tropical regions, including India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, indicating its geographical distribution and cultural importance in traditional medicine across these regions.

39) Pinda (Pimda):
[see source text or glossary: Pinda]

40) Kanda (Kamda):
[see source text or glossary: Kanda]

41) Shiva (Siva):
[see source text or glossary: Shiva]

42) Varna:
Varna refers to the color of Guduchi Satwa. The study observed variations in color among the three species: ash grey for Tinospora cordifolia, white for Tinospora malabarica, and milky white for Tinospora crispa.

43) Balya:
[see source text or glossary: Balya]

44) Ayus (Ayush):
AYUSHDHARA is the journal that published this research, focusing on AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) and related systems of medicine.

45) Ulcer:
Guduchi Satwa, derived from the plant, is used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat various conditions, including gastric ulcers, highlighting its therapeutic applications.

46) Fever:
Guduchi Satwa is traditionally used in the treatment of fever, among other ailments. Its antipyretic properties are attributed to the presence of certain phytoconstituents identified in the study.

47) Rupa:
Roopa, in this study, refers to the shape of Guduchi Satwa. The Satwa from Tinospora cordifolia was coarse, while that from Tinospora malabarica and Tinospora crispa was amorphous.

48) Rasa (Rasha):
Rasa pertains to the taste of Guduchi Satwa. The study found that despite Guduchi's known bitterness, the Satwa from all three species was tasteless.

49) Hima:
[see source text or glossary: Hima]

50) Kala:
[see source text or glossary: Kala]