Bioactives and Pharmacology of Legumes

This desk reference provides detailed information on bioactives and therapeutics from the legume family (Fabaceae or Leguminosae), including their introduction, chemical structures, pharmacological activities, and biochemical characteristics. It will be an important source book for pharmaceutical researchers and others in the development of new drugs.

Format: Hardback
Length: 504 pages
Publication date: 17 July 2023
Publisher: Apple Academic Press Inc.

This extensive desk reference provides comprehensive coverage of bioactives and therapeutics derived from the legume family (Fabaceae or Leguminosae). For each species included in the volume, a brief introduction is provided, detailing the plant's bioactive compounds, their chemical structures, and their pharmacological activities. Numerous plants within this family exhibit medicinal properties, encompassing antiviral, antimicrobial, antioxidant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic effects. Additionally, they possess hepatoprotective, nephroprotective, and cardioprotective properties. The biochemical characteristics of the 37 plants covered, such as the types of starch, protein, and fibers, offer potential as binders, excipients, thickeners, and dispersants in the formulation of various pharmaceutical products. A thorough review of the published literature on the pharmacological activities of each species is presented, offering valuable insights for pharmaceutical researchers, scientists, and other stakeholders involved in the development of new drugs. This book serves as an essential resource for those seeking to explore the potential of legume-based compounds in the field of medicine.

Weight: 1140g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781774911266