Science of Validation of Medicinal and Edible Plants for Cure and Good Health

ISBN: 9788192611488
Year Of Publication: 2017
Edition: 1st Edition
Pages : xvi + 288 p.
Language : English
Binding : Hardcover
Publisher: Suryodaya Books
Size: 23
Weight: 550

The interest in medicinal plants and edible plants of medicinal value is fast growing, worldwide. Though the classical textbooks on Ayurveda, the Indian traditional health-care system, provide detailed and authentic information on these plants’ medicinal and heath values, there lacked scientific validation. Recent researches have shown that these plants cure many a disease or arrest the onset of many chronic diseases including cancer, and incredibly contribute to human well-being, sans any side effect.
This volume thus showcases popular medicinal and edible plants, collating the findings of more than 300 research and review articles, scientifically validating the traditional beliefs of their medicinal and health-care efficacy. It should be of immense use to scientists, medical professionals, heath-care industry and the actual users.

Message from Dr Harsh Vardhan
Message from Mr Chander Mohan
Dedication
Preface
Glossary
Why This Book?
1. Introduction
Section II : Medicinal Plants
2.1 Anpui Clerodendrum colebrookianum
2.2 Ashwagandha (Indian Withania somnifera
Ginseng, Amukra)
2.3 Athimathuram (Liquorice, Glycyrrbiza glabra
Mulethi)
2.4 Avaram (Tanner’s Cassia, Cassia auriculata
Tarwar)
2.5 Damdwai Kam-sabut Croton caudatus
2.6 Kilanelli (Stone breaker, Phyllanthus niruri
Bhuiamla)
2.7 Kostam (Fiery Costus, Costus igneus
Spiral Flag, Kushtha)
2.8 Thamarai (Lotus, Kamal) Nelumbo nucifera
2.9 Mudakathan (Balloon Vine, Cardiospermum halicacabum
Kanphata)
2.10 Nilavembu (Siriyanangai, King Andrographis paniculata
of Bitters, Kirayat, Kalmegh)
2.11 Doodh Buch Paris polyphylla
2.12 Poonaikali (Velvet Bean, Mucuna pruriens
Kiwanch
2.13 Seetaphal (Custard Apple) Annona squamosa
2.14 Shatavari (Queen of Herbs, Asparagus racemosus
Thanneervittan)
2.15 Sirukurinjan (Sarkaraikolli, Gymnema sylvestre
Destroyer of Sugar,
Perploka, Gurmar
2.16 Thulasi (Basil, Sacred Tulsi) Ocimum sanctum
2.17 Vallarai (Peruk, Gotu Kola, Centella asiatica
Brahmi, Indian Pennywort)
2.18 Venthayam (Fenugreek, Methi) Trigonella foenum-graecum
Section III : Edible Plants
3.1 Nellikkai (Indian Gooseberry, Emblica officinalis
Amla)
3.2 Pavakkai (Bitter (Melon) Momordica charantia
Gourd, Karela)
3.3 Capsicum (Bell Pepper, Capsicum annum
Sweet Peeper)
3.4 Khajer (Carrot) Daucus carota
3.5 Vellarikkai (Cucumber, Kheera) Cucumis sativus
3.6 Poondu (Garlic, Lashan) Allium sativum
3.7 Ingi (Ginger, Adarak) Zingiber officinale
3.8 Kale and Palak (Spinach) Brassica oleracea and
spinacia oleracea
3.9 Mushroom Agaricus bisporus
3.10 Vengayam (Onion, Pyaaj) Allium cepa
3.11 Pappali (Papaya, Papita) Carica papaya
3.12 Puthina (Mint, Mentha) Mentha arvensis
3.13 Mullangi (Radish, Muli) Raphanus sativus
3.14 Thakkali (Tomato, Tamatar) Solanum lycopersicum
4. Epilogue
Bibliography
Index
Brief Autobiographies of the Authors