Aim: To identify anti- breast cancer potential of medicinal plants used in Sri Lanka. Study Design: The anti-proliferative and cytotoxic potentials of solvent extracts from leaves and bark of seven medicinal plants from Sri Lanka were investigated against estrogen receptor (ER) p...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i61206
Joshua Dwomoh, Samuel A. Ofori, Martin L. Aggrey, Dennis Kwabena Frimpong, Peter Atakora & Enoch Owusu Yeboah·European Journal of Medicinal Plants·2024
In recent years, the price of westernized medication for the treatment of diabetes in developing countries has increased, which has led to an increase in the search for indigenous medicinal plants that have the potential to be utilized for the treatment and management of diabetes...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i61205
Background: Moringa species contain extremely high level of antioxidant and low levels of anti-nutritional compounds distributed between different parts of the plant. Objective: The present study examined the chemical composition, total energy, and oxidative properties of several...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i61203
The present study reveals the morphological characteristics, organoleptic and fluorescence analysis by using various chemicals and reagents to examine the presence of phytochemicals visually in powdered samples of leaves and flowers of Cassia auriculata. The qualitative analysis...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i61204
Laboratory experiments were conducted to evaluate the efficiency of leaf powders of Aegle marmelos and Ricinus communis against the pulse beetle, Callosobruchus chinensis. which infests stored pulse seeds. Stored pulses are primarily attacks by major insect pest particularly the...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i51202
Background: The effectiveness of treating malaria may be jeopardized by artemisinin-resistant parasites. Pharmaceutical companies have been using plants for a very long time to generate the prototype molecules needed to treat Plasmodium infections. Objective: To evaluate anti-pla...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i51201
This comprehensive review explores the innovative potential of natural fibres, specifically Banyan Fibre, Kenaf Fibre, and Sisal Fibre, in revolutionizing the field of medical textiles. In response to the growing emphasis on sustainability and biocompatibility in healthcare, thes...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i51200
Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides) is a versatile medicinal and aromatic plant mainly used for soil and conservation purposes. It is a perennial grass species with a densely tufted enormous root system that grows up to two meters long. The fibrous roots are highly aromatic and use...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i51199
Due to the importance of moringa leaves which can help improve the dietary diversity and quality of households that need to improve their nutritional intake, being a potential alternate source of protein, and for the sake of increasing its growth and yield, this study is determin...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i51198
Aims: This study aimed to capture the medicinal plants used locally to treat skin and wound infection, and to investigate the antimicrobial activity of the ethanol, ethyl acetate, and aqueous extracts of Azadiracta indica, Mitracarpus hirtus, Calotropis procera, and Commiphora af...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i41197
Plants have played a significant role in preventing degenerative diseases and maintaining good health. Dennettia tripetala is used for the treatment of pains and inflammations, as an antimicrobial agent, relief of respiratory disorders and for the treatment of fever. This study a...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i41196
From time immemorial, natural products were the source for food and medicine. The unique properties of plants helped mankind to survive through centuries. The unique chemical structure resulted in peculiar pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic properties and thus made them suitable...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i41194
Thaynara Monteiro Paiva Garcia, Mateus Silva Tavares, Renan Miranda Correa, Anthony Matheus dos Santos Gomes, Luana Nóbrega dos Santos, Anderson Bentes de Lima & Rita de Cássia Silva de Oliveira·European Journal of Medicinal Plants·2024
Aims: Map the literature in search of the main biological and antimicrobial effects of the essential oil (EO) of Aniba rosaeodora. Study Design: This is an integrative review based on the PRISMA method. Place and Duration of Study: Center for Biological and Health Sciences of a U...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i41193
Background: Lately manufactories with medicinal properties play an important part in food and medicinal diligence for their capacities on disease prevention and treatment. Phytonutrients and antioxidant are the naturally occurring compounds found in the plant materials which has...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i41192
Squalene, a highly valuable compound abundant in various natural sources, shows great potential in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and nutraceutical applications. This research article outlines a comprehensive methodology for extracting and purifying squalene from virgin olive oil, a r...
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Research Article10.9734/ejmp/2024/v35i31191