Antibacterial potential of Urtica dioica and Lavandula angustifolia extracts against methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus isolated from diabetic foot ulcers
Publication date: December 2017Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine, Volume 10Author(s): Soraia Zenão, Alfredo Aires, Carla Dias, Maria José Saavedra, Conceição FernandesAbstractDespite the antibacterial potential of plant extracts against several bacterial infections, until now, no major studies have been published about the effect of lavender and nettle leaves against methicillin-sensitive and methicillin-resistant strains of Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA and MRSA, respectively). Thus, the authors studied their antibacterial potential against MSSA and MRSA from diabetic foot ulcers in order to find alternatives to the sy...
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Assessment of neuroprotective properties of Rhus coriaria L. ethanol extract in an in vitro model of retinal degeneration
Publication date: December 2017Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine, Volume 10Author(s): Saba Khalilpour, Ghazaleh Behnammanesh, Amin Malik Shah Abdul Majid, Ali Tamayol, Aman Shah Abdul MajidAbstractNeuroprotection refers to the use of any therapeutic modality that prevents, retards, or reverses neuronal cell death during the degenerative process. The aim of the present study was to determine the neuroprotective effects of Rhus coriaria L. (R. coriaria) fruit extract. Ethanol extract of the R. coriaria fruit was prepared via maceration technique and tested for its neurotoxic properties on retinal photoreceptor cells (RGC-5)...
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Pharmacological properties of agarwood tea derived from Aquilaria (Thymelaeaceae) leaves: An emerging contemporary herbal drink
Publication date: December 2017Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine, Volume 10Author(s): Aimi Zafirah Adam, Shiou Yih Lee, Rozi MohamedAbstractAgarwood tea is made from the leaves of Aquilaria, a protected tree species of the tropical forest. Trees in this genus produce agarwood, a highly-prized resin-impregnated wood formed in the main stem. The last decade has seen a steady expansion in Aquilaria plantation establishment. The popular plantation species are Aquilaria crassna, A. malaccensis, and A. sinensis. Farmers capitalized on the leaves of their planted Aquilaria tree by producing a tea drink, and thus the name ‘agar...
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Silymarin content in Silybum marianum extracts as a biomarker for the quality of commercial tinctures
In this study, we report the determination of the total silymarin content in eleven different commercial tinctures retailed in the U.K. using a convenient and accurate HPLC-UV method. The tinctures analyzed differed in the ratio between herb and liquid as well as percentage of ethanol used during the extraction process. Our results showed a direct correlation between the silymarin content in tinctures and the alcohol strength. Following our protocol, silymarin could not be detected in tinctures extracted with 25% ethanol. Effective therapeutic doses were found only in tinctures with a concentration ratio herb to liquid 1:1...
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Effects of Vitex agnus-castus extract on the secretory function of pituitary-gonadal axis and pregnancy rate in patients with premature ovarian aging (POA)
ConclusionVAC extract as a fertility-promoting plant appears to be a safe and effective herb for medicinal applications in women with POA when used within the established dosage guidelines. (Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine)
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Efficacy of a freeze-dried aqueous extract of Nepeta menthoides Boiss. & Buhse in the treatment of anxiety in patients with depression: A double-blind, randomized, controlled trial
ConclusionThe anxiolytic effects of N. menthoides, its lower symptom recurrence rate and its lesser side effects make this herb a potential alternative treatment for anxiety in patients with depression. The presence of polyphenols and flavonoids in the extract might be at least partially responsible for these clinical effects. (Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine)
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Herbal medicine in the treatment of poverty associated parasitic diseases: A case of sub-Saharan Africa
In conclusion, African medicinal plants are a potential source of lead compounds for drug discovery and the production of phytopharmaceuticals in the management of devastating parasitic diseases. There is a need to apply traditional medicine knowledge in clinical applications via value addition. (Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine)
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Lucerne (Medicago sativa L.) in the human diet—Case reports and short reports
ConclusionsThis study presents a short review of the literature on the properties of lucerne and the secondary metabolites it contains and also on a protein concentrate produced from the lucerne juice. The case reports and short reports described in this review indicate that the lucerne protein concentrate can be used as a dietary supplement for improving the health and quality of human life. (Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine)
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
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Publication date: December 2017Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine, Volume 10Author(s): (Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine)
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
An ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants in Acipayam (Denizli-Turkey)
Publication date: December 2017Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine, Volume 10Author(s): Gizem Bulut, Mehmet Zeki Haznedaroğlu, Ahmet Doğan, Halil Koyu, Ertan TuzlacıAbstractA comprehensive ethnobotanical study was conducted in Acipayam, situated in the western part of Turkey. This paper includes details of plants used in folk medicine and ethnopharmacological information obtained during this study. The aim of the authors was to collect and identify plants used by local people for therapeutic purposes and to present information about traditional herbal medicine. Plant specimens collected during field‐work form the subje...
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Characteristics of herbal medicine users among internal medicine patients: A cross-sectional analysis
ConclusionHerbal medicine utilisation among patients admitted to integrative inpatient care is common. While predictors of herbal medicine use appear to be in line with previous findings, there is a need for more in-depth examination of patients’ motivations for the use of herbal medicine to further the understanding of their health behaviours and needs. (Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine)
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
In-vitro assessment of cytotoxicity, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities of Ficus palmata
Publication date: Available online 2 December 2017Source: Journal of Herbal MedicineAuthor(s): Vidushi Khajuria, Shilpa Gupta, Asha Bhagat, Zabeer AhmedAbstractInflammatory diseases are becoming common in ageing societies throughout the world. Clinically used anti-inflammatory drugs suffer from the disadvantage of side effects and high cost of treatment (in case of biologics). Traditional medicines and natural products offer a viable alternative to these drugs. The present study was designed to investigate the protective effects of traditional local medicinal plant Ficus palmata from the family Moraceae. Ficus palmata Ficu...
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Modulation of lithiatic injury to renal epithelial cells by aqueous extract of Terminalia arjuna
Publication date: Available online 9 January 2018Source: Journal of Herbal MedicineAuthor(s): Amisha Mittal, Simran Tandon, Surender Kumar Singla, Chanderdeep TandonAbstractPrevious studies have shown that hyperoxaluria is concomitant with the formation of CaOx crystals and the subsequent propensity of these crystals towards renal cells greatly increases the risk for the development of urolithiasis. Despite advances in surgical management, recurrence of stones and side effects of present day treatment persists and in the light of this a cost-effective substitute from natural sources such as phytotherapy is being sought. Th...
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
The therapeutic properties and applications of Aloe vera: A review
Publication date: Available online 10 January 2018Source: Journal of Herbal MedicineAuthor(s): Abid Aslam Maan, Akmal Nazir, Muhammad Kashif Iqbal Khan, Tahir Ahmad, Rabia Zia, Misbah Murid, Muhammad AbrarAbstractAloe vera, a succulent perennial and drought resisting plant, is well known for its therapeutic potential. A number of beneficial effects of Aloe vera have been reported, including immunomodulatory, wound and burn healing, hypoglycemic, anticancer, gastro-protective, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. These beneficial therapeutic properties of Aloe vera have been employed for a number of commercial appl...
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Ethnobotanical study on medicinal plants in Bingöl (City center) (Turkey)
This study, conducted between 2010 and 2012, gathered information on the medicinal plant species traditionally used in Bingöl, Turkey and the local names of these plants. In the scope of the study, medicinal plant species and related information was collected; herbarium materials were prepared; and the specimens were labelled. The information was collected through semi-structured interviews, questionnaires and personal observations. Results were analysed using quantitative indices of information consent factor (ICF/FIC), fidelity level (FL) and use value (UV). A total of 93 medical plants belonging to 38 families were ide...
Source: Journal of Herbal Medicine - July 10, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
