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Authored by Christophe Wiart, this handbook provides an extensive overview of more than 100 plants used globally as medicine, focusing on their potential to prevent premature aging. It covers the pathophysiology of aging from molecular and cellular to organ levels, as well as the current state of knowledge about the modes of action of natural products from plants on the pathophysiological pathways related to various body systems.
The handbook presents medicinal plants alphabetically, including their botanical family, synonyms, and common names in multiple languages. For each plant, the part used, active principles, medical history, contemporary medicinal uses, as well as pharmacological, clinical, and toxicological studies are discussed.
Plants such as Astragalus membranaceus, Crataegus monogyna, and Salvia miltiorrhiza are discussed for their potential benefits in maintaining cardiovascular health and metabolic balance.
Plants like Ginkgo biloba, Hypericum perforatum, and Valeriana officinalis are explored for their potential in supporting brain health and cognitive function.
Plants such as Arctium lappa, Juniperus communis, and Urtica dioica are presented for their potential in maintaining kidney health.
Plants like Angelica sinensis, Curcuma longa, and Withania somnifera are discussed for their potential benefits in maintaining bone health.
Plants such as Aloe vera, Calendula officinalis, and Lavandula angustifolia are explored for their potential in promoting skin and hair health.
Plants like Echinacea spp., Garlic, and Green Tea are presented for their potential in boosting the immune system.
This handbook is intended for medical doctors, nurses, pharmacists, dieticians, and nutritionists, as well as readers with an interest in health food and herbs.
The handbook features an alphabetical presentation of over 100 medicinal plants and the pharmacological rationales for their uses for aging. It discusses the medical history, current medicinal uses, and potential candidates for the prevention of premature aging. The molecular mechanism of natural products on the pathophysiology of aging is also introduced, along with a selection of bibliographic references.
This handbook serves as a useful research tool for postgraduates, academics, and the pharmaceutical, herbal, or nutrition industries. It presents comment sections that invite further research and reflection on the fascinating and timely subject of herbals for healthy aging.
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