Herbal medicines as diuretics: A review of the scientific evidence

Wright, Chris; Van-Buren, L; Kroner, Christine; Koning, M.M.G.

doi:10.1016/j.jep.2007.07.023

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“…Avocado leaves are a pharmaceutical ingredient widely used in extracts for therapeutic purposes, and also as teas in folk medicine (VENDRUSCOLO & MENTZ, 2006), probably due to the diuretic properties (WRIGHT et al, 2007).…”

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“…The urease enzyme activity is completely inactivated when the concentration of Hg 2+ is high enough [48]. Muskmelon (Cucumis melo) is another plant source of urease enzyme [49]. Kharbooza and Banggi are common names for muskmelon.…”

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Effective Use of Plant-Derived Urease in the Field of Geoenvironmental/ Geotechnical Engineering

Ran¹,

Kawasaki²

2016

J Civil Environ Eng

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Geotechnical and geo-environmental engineering applications currently being explored through bio mineralization process include cementation of sands to improve mechanical properties and hence, to enhance bearing capacity and liquefaction resistance, sequestration of carbon, soil erosion control via surficial stabilization, groundwater flow control and remediation of soil and groundwater impacted by metals and radionuclides. Bio mediated system broadly refers to a chemical reaction series that are managed and controlled through biological activities and byproducts resulting from those reactions alter the properties of material in the system. Bio mediated methods such as microbial induced calcite precipitation (MICP), biofilm formation, biogas generation and biopolymers have been developed by injecting or stimulating microbes. MICP is the most widely explored method. Microbes having urease activity enhance the hydrolysis of urea and it helps to control the pH and to precipitate carbonate. Although it is a widely explored bio mediated method it has some disadvantages.The plant-derived urease may offer many benefits over microbial urease to induce carbonate cementation. Therefore, it is advantageous to explore the knowledge regarding such a technique as an eco-friendly method for different applications in the fields of geoenvironmental/geotechnical Engineering. The main objective of this paper is to provide an overview of the importance of plant-derived urease for different applications in the fields of geoenvironmental/ geotechnical engineering. The information presented in this paper may be important for biotechnologists/geoengineers to have wide ranging updates on the current situation.

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“…In a study carried out on rats, Foeniculum vulgare Mill has shown a protective effect against ethanol induced gastric mucosal lesions 70 . Fennel has shown large numbers of pharmaceutical application like antioxidant 71 , anti platelet and antithrombotic 72 , antispasmodic activities 73 , colic 74 , diuretic 75 , insecticidal, mosquito repellent activities [76][77][78][79] , nematicidal 80 etc. Anethole has similar chemical structure like dopamine.…”

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Spasmolytic Potential of Some Medicinal Plants Belonging to Family Umbelliferae: A Review

Saini¹,

Singh²,

Nagori³

2014

Int. J. Res. Ayurveda Pharm.

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Gastrointestinal spasm is one of the most common gastrointestinal problems in infants. An herbal product is safe and effective gastrointestinal remedy to fight against various gastrointestinal problems. Polyherbal products are in use for the treatment of gastrointestinal problems since ancient time. Current era has witnessed an interest in homemade remedies. A large number of modern drugs have been developed from plants. The objective of this review is to provide a consolidated report on traditional uses and spasmolytic activities of some medicinal plants of umbelliferae family viz. Anethum graveolens, Apium graveolense, Foeniculum vulgare, Cuminum cyminum , Pimpinella anisum, Coriandrum sativum and Trachyspermum ammi have been extensively used for various gastrointestinal problems. Gastrointestinal spasm treatment is most common application of these plants oils.

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Herbal medicines as diuretics: A review of the scientific evidence

Cited by 239 publications

References 125 publications

Avocado: characteristics, health benefits and uses

Avocado: characteristics, health benefits and uses

Effective Use of Plant-Derived Urease in the Field of Geoenvironmental/ Geotechnical Engineering

Spasmolytic Potential of Some Medicinal Plants Belonging to Family Umbelliferae: A Review

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