Handbook of Research on Herbal Liver Protection: Hepatoprotective Plants

This book provides a comprehensive overview of hepatotoxicity and medicinal plants used for protecting the liver and curing liver toxicity and liver diseases. It covers traditional and ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemicals, screening methods, and assay techniques.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 812 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2022
Publisher: Apple Academic Press Inc.

This comprehensive volume offers a thorough exploration of hepatotoxicity and the medicinal plants employed for safeguarding the liver and treating liver toxicity and liver diseases. To date, there has been a scarcity of comprehensive resources on the plants utilized in this capacity, both in traditional and modern medicine. This book aims to bridge that gap. It presents detailed information on the medicinal plants used in traditional medicine, encompassing both codified and noncodified systems, as well as in ethnomedicine, encompassing the plant parts utilized, methods of administration, and recommended dosages. Furthermore, the book delves into the phytochemicals derived from these plants, which have been screened and employed in modern medicine for the purpose of liver protection and the treatment of liver-related issues. The methods employed for screening these plants are also discussed in detail.

Key features of this invaluable resource include:

Comprehensive Coverage: The book provides a comprehensive overview of plants with hepatoprotective properties, encompassing a wide range of botanical species.

Phytochemical Insights: It details the phytochemicals found in these plants that are beneficial for liver protection and cures, including their chemical structures, biological activities, and potential mechanisms of action.

Traditional Uses and Ethnomedicinal Plants: The book explores the traditional uses and ethnomedicinal applications of these plants in liver protection, highlighting their historical significance and cultural relevance.

Plant Parts and Extracts: It provides information on the specific plant parts and extracts that exhibit hepatoprotective properties, including their active principles and their potential therapeutic benefits.

Assay Methods: The book presents methods of assay for screening medicinal plants, enabling researchers and practitioners to evaluate the efficacy and safety of these plant-based remedies.

By offering a comprehensive and up-to-date perspective on hepatotoxicity and the use of medicinal plants for liver protection, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and individuals seeking natural remedies for liver-related conditions.

Weight: 1496g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781774637807