Therapeutic potential of medicinal plants : immune homeostasis strengtheners /

Malviya, Neelesh,

Therapeutic potential of medicinal plants : immune homeostasis strengtheners / Neelesh Malviya, Rajiv Saxena, Ruchi Gupta, Archana Patidar, Yashu Chourasiya, Sapna Malviya. - First edition. - 169 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Includes index.

Introduction to immunology and immune system — Concepts of immune modulation — Role of herbal medicine in immune homeostasis — Pharmacognosy and phytochemistry of selected medicinal plants — Emblica officinalis and immunity — Tinospora cordifolia in immune response — Aloe vera: phytochemical and immunological aspects — Curcuma longa and its therapeutic efficacy — Allium sativum in traditional and modern immunotherapy — Glycyrrhiza glabra: molecular actions — Boerhaavia diffusa and immune modulation — Clinical perspectives and case studies — Future directions in plant-based immunomodulation.

This book explores traditionally recommended and scientifically validated medicinal plants used as immune stimulants. It integrates foundational immunology with pharmacognostic features, traditional uses, mechanisms of action, and clinical investigations of key botanicals such as Emblica officinalis, Tinospora cordifolia, Aloe vera, Allium sativum, Curcuma longa, Glycyrrhiza glabra, and Boerhaavia diffusa.

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Medicinal plants.
Immunology.
Herbal drugs.
Pharmacognosy.

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