Fenugreek Cultivation with Emphasis on Historical Aspects and its uses in Traditional Medicine and Modern Pharmaceutical Science
| Autor: | Qi Cheng, Mohamad Hesam Shahrajabian, Wenli Sun |
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| Rok vydání: | 2020 |
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Trigonella
food.ingredient Kidney trouble Phytochemicals Gastrointestinal system Health benefits 01 natural sciences food Drug Discovery Appetite Depressants Weight Loss Medicine Pharmaceutical sciences History Ancient Pharmacology biology Traditional medicine Carminative 010405 organic chemistry business.industry Plant Extracts General Medicine biology.organism_classification 0104 chemical sciences 010404 medicinal & biomolecular chemistry Cardiovascular Diseases Herb Seeds Medicinal herbs Medicine Traditional business |
| Zdroj: | Mini reviews in medicinal chemistry. 21(6) |
| ISSN: | 1875-5607 |
| Popis: | Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) is a native plant found in the parts of Iran to the North of India, and is presently planted also in other regions of the world. Fenugreek is considered a notable multipurpose medicinal and traditional herb in Iran, India, and China for several centuries. The most important components of fenugreek seeds are protein, neutral detergent fiber, gum, lipids, moisture, ash and starch. Fenugreek seeds and leaves are anti-cholesterolemic, anti-tumor, antiinflammatory, carminative, demulcent, deobstruent, emollient, expectorant, galactogogue, febrifuge, laxative, hypoglycaemic, restorative, parasiticide and uterine tonic and useful in burning sensation. Traditionally, fenugreek seeds being used worldwide are beneficial for bone and muscles, respiratory system, gastro-intestinal system, female reproductive system, cardio-vascular system, endocrinology and hepatic. Fenugreek helps reduce cholesterol, reduce cardiovascular risk, control diabetes, a good consolation for sore throats, a remedy for acid reflux, constipation, colon cancer prevention, appropriate for kidney trouble, skin infection, increase milk production, reduce menstrual discomfort, and reduce menopause symptoms. It is also an appetite suppressant that helps in weight loss. Both modern science and traditional medicine integration with novel technologies and discoveries will secure the cultivation of medicinal herbs and promote sustainability in the long-term and a wide-range. |
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