Medicinal plants

This ppt is about medicinal plants widely used in India and worldwide for various purposes.

1. Made by- Sakshi BPT(2017-21) MEDICINAL PLANTS AND THEIR USES

2. INDEX S.NO. TOPIC 1. Acknowledgement 2. Certificate 3. Introduction 4. History 5. Medicinal plants & their uses 6. Advantages 7. Images 8. Conclusion 9. Bibliography

3. INTRODUCTION What is Medicinal plant ? • Medicinal plants refer to using a plant’s seeds, berries, roots, leaves, bark or flowers for medicinal purposes. • Example: i. Tulsi ii. Alove-vera iii.Turmeric • Medicinal plants are plants that have a recognized medical use. • Their use ranges the production of mainstream pharmaceutical products to herbal medicine preparations. • Herbal medicine is one of the oldest forms of medical treatment in human history and could be considered one of the forerunners of the modern pharmaceutical trade.

4. HISTORY Early evidence: the grave of a Neanderthal man buried 60,000 years ago. Pollen analysis indicated that plants buried with the corpse were all of medicinal value Ancient Egyptian civilization had a wealth of information on medicinal plants - Ebers Papyrus 3500 yrs ago Ancient China : The Pun-tsao, a pharmacopoeia published around 1600, contained thousands of herbal cures that are attributed to the works of Shen-nung , China's legendary Emperor who lived over 4500 years ago Ancient India : Herbal medicine dates back several thousand years to the Rig-Veda, the collection of Hindu sacred verses . This is the basis of a health care system known as Ayurvedic medicine . Ancient Greek and Roman: Greek physician Hippocrates (460-377 B.C.), known as the Father of Medicine used various herbal remedies in his treatments Roman physician Dioscorides (1st century A.D.) wrote De Materia Medica which contained an account of over 600 species of plants with medicinal value.

5. MEDICINAL PLANTS AND THEIR USES 1. TULSI Blood purifier Preventive against malaria & dengue fever Chewing tulsi leaves relieves cold & flu Chewing 12 leaves of basil, twice a day prevent stress. The leaves are a nerve tonic & also sharpen memory Keeps your skin and hair healthy and glowing Helps to quit smoking With strong anti-oxidant and anti-carcinogenic properties tulsi has been found to help stop the progression of breast cancer and oral cancer Tulsi helps reduce the uric acid levels in the blood (one of the main reasons for kidney stones is the presence of excess uric acid in the blood) Beats diabetes and protects heart USES

6. 2. NEEM USES 1. Wound healer 2. Neem leaf is used for leprosy, eye disorders, bloody nose, intestinal worms, stomach upset, loss of appetite,cardiovascular disease, fever, diabetes, gum disease and liver problems. 3.Neem helps any kind of irritation, tiredness or redness. 4. Treats zit: helps any kind of eruptions, dark spots and chronic ulcers. 5 Treats ear ailments 6.Neem leaves can also be used for itching, eczema, ring worms and some mild skin diseases. 7. Boosts immunity 8.Removes blackheads 9.Anti-ageing 10. For great hair: Neem oil can strengthen your hair, prevent hair fall and treat dandruff.

7. 3. ALOE-VERA USES Burn healing Helps in wound healing Treats Sunburn Prevents radiation-induced skin reactions Aloe with conditioner for silkier, smoothens hair. Taken orally to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides for a healthy heart. Potential to fight breast cancer A natural laxative An alternative to mouthwash Lowers blood sugar

8. 4. TURMERIC USES Stimulate digestion Boost liver function Curcumin a means of reducing breast cancer risk among women When paired with vitamin D, curcumin may help protect against Alzheimer's disease Curcumin can protect against liver damage. Curcumin is a natural anti-inflammatory compound Turmeric dramatically increases the antioxidant capacity of the body Curcumin lowers risk of brain diseases Arthritis patients respond very well to curcumin supplementation Curcumin has incredible benefits against depression

9. 5. GINGER USES Stomach-soothing effects Easing post-surgery nausea and vomiting Sipping ginger tea can help calm an upset stomach Ease congestion when you've got a cold Ginger extract may slow the growth of colorectal and ovarian cancer cells Useful in treating chronic inflammation Prevents stroke and heart disease Prevents malabsorption Heals compromised immunity and respiratory function Have anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties

10. ADVANTAGES They cost less. They may have fewer side effects. There is a choice on how to use them – Some herbs can be mixed with food. Some can be made into tea, and there are some that are available in capsule or tablet form. They are good for more than one condition – most prescriptive drugs are designed for one specific health problem. By contrast, many herbal medicine act on several parts of the body at once. With the growing interest in health and wellness, alternative medicines are becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Scientific research shows that herbal medicines can be highly effective for certain diseases and conditions. Herbal medicines are known to ever greater accuracy.

11. IMAGES → TULSI → ALOE VERA ← → NEEM TURMERIC ← →GINGER

12. CONCLUSION Medicinal herbs can be a good alternative for many diseases and conditions. They are low cost, and tend to have fewer side effects. Moreover, they can be bought in health food shops, pharmacies and on-line without the need for a prescription. However, herbal medicines can still have unwanted health effects, especially when used in combination with other drugs. If you are using more than one herbal medicine, or using them for a serious condition, it’s best to consult with a naturopath or established herbalist. It’s also important to tell your physician that you are using an alternative medicine to prevent drug interaction.

13. BIBLIOGRAPHY www.authoritynutrition.com www.draxe.com www.dnaindia.com www.slideshare.net www.herbs.indianmedicinalplants.info