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1–20 of 36Review Article
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Therapeutic Potentials of Piper betle Leaf: Insights into Its Medicinal Uses and Bioactive Compounds
Ruchi Tiwari, Shivam Verma, Pranshul Sethi, Pijush Dutta, Rajesh Devarai
pp. 1077–1097 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252107 · 2025
Plant extracts, composed of bioactive non-nutrient phytochemicals, have historically stood out as a primary reservoir for the development of new leads in anticancer drug research. Piper betel (L.), a widely cultivated pl…
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Bagepalli Srinivas Ashok Kumar, Nanjundiya Sadashiva Disha, Mohammed Khalid
pp. 1098–1103 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252187 · 2025
Amaranthus dubius, also known as red spinach, is widely recognized for its therapeutic potential in traditional medicine, particularly across tropical and subtropical regions. This review compiles and analyses ethnomedic…
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Sarika Sapan Parekh, Rahul Trivedi, Divya Kanojiya, Sunil Bhaurao Baile, Riddhi Nimeshkumar Parikh, Sakshiben Mehta, Ghanshyam Ratilal Parmar
pp. 1104–1115 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252308 · 2025
Body’s Immune system biological response also known as inflammation and it is stimulated by varied factors such as pathogenic organisms, ruptured cells and toxic components. The given factors can initiate inflammatory re…
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Ravjot Kaur, Tirath Choudhary, Ramandeep Kaur, Mansi Garg, Nagendra Singh Chauhan, Abhilasha Jain, Ashish Baldi
pp. 1116–1126 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20250085 · 2025
Background: Adulteration of herbal medicines is a large-scale issue that compromises the quality, safety, and therapeutic effect of herbal drugs. It entails deliberate substitution, contamination, and incorporation of un…
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Niyati Shah, Ritu Sapra, Mamta Kumari, Piyushkumar Sadhu, Chitrali Talele
pp. 1127–1131 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252325 · 2025
Herbal remedies have been used for centuries to manage pain, offering a natural alternative to conventional pharmaceuticals. With growing concerns about the side effects of synthetic medications, plant-based solutions ar…
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Trapti Agrawal, Hemanta Panigrahi
pp. 1132–1139 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20250026 · 2025
Objectives:To assess the effectiveness and safety of Ayurveda treatment for managing Asrigdara (Heavy menstrual bleeding). Materials and Methods: Electronic databases for published research articles, and doctoral thesis …
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Sarika Sapan Parekh, Rahul Trivedi, Divya Kanojia, Sweta Ba Besh, Maitri Mahant, Ghanshyam Ratilal Parmar
pp. 1140–1147 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252366 · 2025
The belief that plants possess biologically active compounds with healing properties beneficial for treating various health conditions has endured since ancient times. The therapeutic importance of these plants highlight…
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Arushi Saroch, Giramalla Patil, Swapnil Yashwant Chaudhari, Pramod Yadav, Galib Ruknuddin, Pradeep Kumar Prajapati
pp. 1148–1162 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20250135 · 2025
Background:Obesity has become a major global health crisis, significantly increasing the risk of Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and certain cancers, while placing a considerable economic burden on healthcare s…
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Mahavir M. Sharma, HarshKumar Brahmbhatt, Salaj Khare, Kautuukumar P Shah
pp. 1163–1170 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252301 · 2025
Known as saffron (syn. Kesar), Crocus sativus L., a member of the Iridaceae family, is mostly grown in Iran, though it is also grown in India and Greece. It is made from the dried red stigmas of the flower. Terpenes, ter…
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Richa Kothari, Manoj Kumar Bajhaiya, Shefali Soni, Abhishek Kumar, Samreen Ali, Ankit Rajput, Prashant kumar, Sagar Shrotriya, Kanchan Thakur
pp. 1171–1182 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252350 · 2025
Tinospora cordifolia (commonly known as Giloy or Guduchi) is a revered herb in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, widely recognized for its rejuvenating properties. The plant’s therapeutic effects stem from a rich profile o…
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Krupa Joshi, Ashimkumar Sen, Dhanya B. Sen, Aarti S. Zanwar, Vatsal Gujariya
pp. 1183–1186 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252217 · 2025
Ayurvedic medicine, originating from historical Indian customs, is a comprehensive and revered treatment approach that recognizes the inter-connectedness of the body, mind, and spirit. Hedychium spicatum Buch-Ham (Zingib…
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Thachan Sreelakshmi, Meethaley Valappil Jeeshna, Abhijith Sarga, Sugunan Ashitha
pp. 1187–1196 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252214 · 2025
Introduction: The presence of the phytochemical constituents has been reported from species of the Linderniaceae family. Objectives: The present study was designed to determine the bioactive compounds in the whole plant …
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Esmaeil Kheiri, Zahra Hojjati Bonab, Hossein Soltanzadeh
pp. 1197–1204 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252194 · 2025
Background: Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer and the second most common cause of cancer-related death worldwide. Common treatments for colorectal cancer include chemotherapy, surgery, immunotherapy, etc.…
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Abhishek Raghavendra, Hariprasad Madakasira Guggilla, Diya Lakshman Shetty, Deeksha Giridhar
pp. 1205–1213 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252208 · 2025
Background: Gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity is a significant clinical concern, characterized by tubular necrosis and impaired renal function. This study aimed to evaluate the in vitro antioxidant and cytotoxic properti…
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J. Priyadharisini, N. Savitha, Lydia Jeeboi Paramel
pp. 1214–1217 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252201 · 2025
Background:Garcinia cambogia fruit popularly specified as (Guttiferae) Clusiaceae has been used for variety of diseases. Depression is mental disorder which affects person day to day activities. Objectives: The main aim …
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Tushar Lokhande, Madhusudan Saraf, Jaya Agnihotri, Nikhat Khan, Tejal Dhotre, Sneha Sawant Desai, Ritik Singh
pp. 1218–1225 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252280 · 2025
Background:Numerous advantages of using herbs in the management of neurodegenerative disorders have been documented. Water-Dispersible Turmeric Extract Containing 60% Natural Curcuminoids (WDTE60N) and Sustained-Release …
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Geeta Govindappa Gadad, Sanskar Ankush Maral, Bhumika Sundar, Pragati Vinaykumar Kotur
pp. 1226–1234 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252333 · 2025
Background: Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn.), classified as a Medhya Rasayana in Ayurveda, is traditionally administered with milk (Ksheera anupana) to enhance cognitive function. Despite these claims, the phytoche…
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Pravallika Kakada, R Abilasha, Pratibha Ramani
pp. 1235–1240 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252186 · 2025
Background:Nanotechnology offers innovative approaches for biomedical applications, including antimicrobial agent development. Copper Oxide Nanoparticles (CuO NPs) exhibit strong antibacterial properties, but conventiona…
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Raj Joshi, Santosh Mudakappagol, Adithya Anil
pp. 1241–1252 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252163 · 2025
Background: Ayurveda healthcare system holds considerable reputation in today’s era. Treatises of Ayurveda explained numerous formulations with their potential therapeutic benefits but their global acceptance is poor due…
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Md Naquibuddin, Hamiduddin, Gazi Jahangeer Rather, Fakeha Firdous Khanbhadur, Mohammed Saad
pp. 1253–1273 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20252160 · 2025
Background and Objectives: Evaluation of stability studies of Unani Medicine (UM) formulations determined on the basis of scientific data are the need of the time and also recommended in D and C Act. There is immense nee…