Overview of traditional systems of medicine in different continents

Ansari, Shabnam

doi:10.1016/b978-0-12-820284-5.00017-4

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“…Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) (P.R. China), Ayurveda, Kampo (Japan), Traditional Korean Medicine TKM (Korea), and Unani are some of the world's orderly regulated systems of medicine (Ansari, 2021). In the Philippines, the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care (PITAHC) was created to improve the quality and delivery of healthcare services to Filipinos by integrating traditional and alternative healthcare into the national healthcare delivery system .…”

Section: Challenges and Progress In Philippine Herbal Drug Discoverymentioning

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Patterns and Predictors of Medicinal Plant Use among Ethnolinguistic Groups in the 21st Century Philippines

Tanalgo,

Plang,

Cruz

et al. 2024

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Traditional medicinal plants are integral to the diverse ethnolinguistic cultures and biodiversity in the Philippines. In this synthesis, we performed a Philippine-wide analysis of the knowledge, extent, and interactions of traditional plant use among various ethnolinguistic groups. Our synthesis identified 796 plant species from 160 families and 65 orders utilised by 35 ethnolinguistic groups to treat 25 disease types. We found strong connections between linguistically similar groups, indicating that geographical proximity, linguistic background, shared cultural practices, and environmental factors collectively influence the patterns of medicinal plant usage among the different groups. We developed the Species Use Priority Importance (SUPRIM) indicator to assess the priority level of plant species based on their use among ethnolinguistic groups and disease types. Factors such as availability of healthcare facilities, proximity to roads, educational facilities, and tree density were significantly correlated with higher SUPRIM indicator values. We posit that environmental status shaped the values of medicinal plant species within ethnolinguistic communities. Understanding these dynamics is essential to effectively conserve ecosystems and indigenous peoples that rely on them. Continued research efforts and conservation initiatives dedicated to the integration of traditional knowledge into healthcare systems are essential for preserving this invaluable heritage and promoting sustainable healthcare practices in the Philippines.

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Section: Challenges and Progress In Philippine Herbal Drug Discoverymentioning

confidence: 99%

Patterns and Predictors of Medicinal Plant Use among Ethnolinguistic Groups in the 21st Century Philippines

Tanalgo,

Plang,

Cruz

et al. 2024

Preprint

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“…ere are few pharmaceutical products for infectious diseases that are of plant origin [18,19]. To fulfill the healthcare needs in Germany and Europe, herbal preparation got more attention, and nearly 1400 herbal preparations are presently used as per European Union [20,21]. e herbal preparation can also be utilized in various cosmetic industries (as antiwrinkling agents, skin tissue regenerators, and antiage creams) which can lead to an increase in the importance [22,23].…”

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Phytochemical Investigation and Antimicrobial Potential of Medicinal Plant Nepeta distans Royle ex Benth

Alkahtani

Asma

Adil

et al. 2022

Journal of Food Quality

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Herbal medicines or natural products and plant extract may exhibit promising alternatives or supplements for chemotherapy and antibiotic therapy. The aim of the study is to evaluate the therapeutic value and phytoconstituents of the whole plant, Nepeta distans. The methanol extract contains four known compounds, namely, oleanolic acid, ursolic acid, β-sitosterol, and stigmasterol. The structures of these compounds were confirmed with the help of NMR and mass spectrometry and by comparison with the available literature of these known compounds. The phytochemical analysis test confirmed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, glycosides, fats, proteins, and phytosterols. The antimicrobial activities were carried out by the agar well diffusion method. Both methanol extract and chloroform fraction showed significant antimicrobial activities.

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Gymnema lactiferum: A Review of Its Traditional Applications, Phytochemical Constituents, and Biological Properties

Weerasinghe,

Brough,

Everett

et al. 2024

Food Science & Nutrition

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Humanity has a longstanding reliance on natural plants for medicinal purposes, and Gymnema lactiferum (G. lactiferum) has emerged as a medicinal plant with deep‐rooted traditional usage. Throughout history, this plant has been an integral part of traditional medical systems, demonstrating diverse therapeutic effects. Notably, among these effects is its ability to decrease blood glucose concentration in diabetic patients, impart cooling effects, serve as an anabolic and rehydrating agent, stimulate spermiogenesis, and exhibit wormicidal properties. Furthermore, G. lactiferum has been used in treating conditions such as hemorrhoids cancers, anorexia, and as a cardiac stimulant. The primary objective of this review is to comprehensively gather and critically assess research findings regarding the medicinal properties of G. lactiferum, specifically emphasizing the bioactive compounds responsible for these properties. Previous studies have documented the presence of various phytochemicals in G. lactiferum, which are associated with some biological activities, including antioxidative, anti‐hyperglycemic, cholesterol‐regulating, and anti‐inflammatory properties. Additionally, this review explores potential future applications for this plant. Beyond its medicinal significance, extracts derived from G. lactiferum demonstrate promise for future nutritional applications. This review highlights the potential use of G. lactiferum as an herbal medicine by critically assessing research on its medicinal value.

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Overview of traditional systems of medicine in different continents

Cited by 6 publications

References 9 publications

Patterns and Predictors of Medicinal Plant Use among Ethnolinguistic Groups in the 21st Century Philippines

Patterns and Predictors of Medicinal Plant Use among Ethnolinguistic Groups in the 21st Century Philippines

Phytochemical Investigation and Antimicrobial Potential of Medicinal Plant Nepeta distans Royle ex Benth

Gymnema lactiferum: A Review of Its Traditional Applications, Phytochemical Constituents, and Biological Properties

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