Journal of Ethno-Pharmaceutical Products

Abstract This review explores the therapeutic potential of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) derived from medicinal plants. PUFAs, including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, play critical roles in human health and are essential for various physiological functions. While marine sources are known for their high content of omega-3 PUFAs, medicinal plants also serve as valuable sources of omega-6 important fatty acids. PUFAs derived from medicinal plants exhibit a wide range of therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, neuroprotective, cardiovascular protective, and anticancer effects. This review summarizes the classification and sources of PUFAs, and discusses the extraction of PUFAs from medicinal plants. Specific medicinal plants rich in PUFAs are highlighted, along with their potential health benefits. Understanding the role of PUFAs in promoting human well-being opens avenues for the development of natural interventions and therapeutic approaches. By exploring the rich composition of PUFAs in medicinal plants, we can harness their potential in preventive healthcare and complement existing treatments. Overall, this review provides valuable insights into the medicinal properties of PUFAs derived from plants.

Abstract The liver is a vital organ that plays a major role in the metabolism and excretion of xenobiotics from the body. Liver injury or liver dysfunction is a major health problem that challenges not only health care professionals but also the pharmaceutical industry and drug regulatory agencies. Liver cell injury caused by various toxic chemicals (certain antibiotics, chemotherapeutic agents, carbon tetrachloride, thioacetamide, excessive alcohol consumption, and microbes are well-studied. The available synthetic drugs to treat liver disorders in this condition also cause further damage to the liver. Hence, Herbal drugs have become increasingly popular and their use is widespread. Herbal medicines have been used in the treatment of liver diseases for a long time so the maintenance of a healthy liver is essential for the overall well-being of an individual. Various herbal medicines are available in the market. The liver is the largest solid organ in the upper abdomen that aids in digestion and removes waste products and worn-out cells from the blood. Liver injury or liver dysfunction is a major health problem that challenges not only health care professionals but also the pharmaceutical industry and drug regulatory agencies. Liver injury induced by toxins is more common nowadays. Herbal remedies are focused in the pharmaceutical industry to evolve a safe route for liver disorders. The present review is aimed at compiling data on promising phytochemicals from medicinal plants that have been tested in hepatotoxicity models using the modern scientific system.

Abstract Traditional medicinal herbs are generally transmitted orally through a community, family and individuals, which is not documented. The present research was carried out with the aim of identifying the traditional application of medicinal herbs of Kurmanjis Kurdish of Bojnourd City for curing the diseases. In order to collect data on medicinal plants that was found in the wildlife ecosystems of Bojnourd; an investigation was performed. A questionnaire was administered only to people who had knowledge of medicinal herbs, through face to face interviews. After collecting the plant specimens, we displayed these specimens to the local people in their houses and farms. During the interviews, native names and utilized parts of the plants as well as information on the types of diseases treated using traditional medicinal plant species were recorded. In all, 201 medicinal plants belonging to 53 families grown in the study areas are traditionally used for the treatment of various diseases. The most common families are Asteraceae and Lamiaceae, with 25 and 24 species, respectively. Most of the parts of the plants that were collected consist of aerial parts, fruits, root, leaves, flowers and seeds orderly. The most species were reported to be used for digestive disorders, respiratory diseases and cardiovascular problems. Some of medicinal species in the wildlife ecosystems of area are endangered due to excessive use. The transfer of these plants to agricultural fields can be a great help to create employments and Protecting of these plants. The present study represents important ethnobotanical data on medical herbs which provides basic data for future pharmacological and phytochemical investigates.