Rashmi Saxena Pal

• Ph. D
• Professor at Lovely Professional University

The waste generated from everyday consumption, such as bottles, leftover food, plastic bags, wrappers, and packaging, is typically disposed of as municipal solid waste. Unfortunately, many waste products, particularly those made of synthetic petroleum polymers containing non-renewable elements, do not naturally decompose.

Neurodegenerative diseases are progressive and have few available treatments. Conditions like ALS, Parkinson's disease, and Alzheimer's disease pose serious challenges to modern medicine. The potential therapeutic effects of herbs and other natural items in the management of these crippling illnesses have drawn more attention in recent years. With...

Despite notable progress in treatment modalities, cancer continues to be a prom-inent cause of death globally. Chemotherapy is the main method used to treat cancer, and chemotherapeutic medications are categorized according to how they work. Nevertheless, the issue of multidrug resistance (MDR) is a significant obstacle, impacting almost 90% of can...

Since ancient times, Indian Balam Kheera or Kigelia africana sausage trees have been utilized to heal a variety of human a ictions. Ethnobotanists have documented the traditional uses of K. africana, which include the management of skin conditions, cancer, and gynaecological problems. Scientists have been interested in assessing the bioactivity of...

Angioedema is a health issue that affects parts of the body like the upper pulmonary and gastric pathways and is identified by abrupt, nonpitting enlargement of the skin, mucous membranes, or both. The swelling usually lasts a few hours to 72 hours and may appear as non-puritic, subcutaneous, or submucosal organ edema. It is characterized by locali...

Actaea racemosa (AR), sometimes also known as black cohosh, is a perennial herb that grows in the Ranunculaceae family that effloresces in the middle of summer. This herb is currently present throughout south and west North America despite being endangered in the eastern section of the continent. Certain information about the photochemistry and bio...

Nanoemulsions have emerged as versatile colloidal dispersions with promising applications in various fields, including pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics. These nano-sized emulsions, stabilized by surfactants, offer unique advantages such as enhanced ingredient penetration efficacy and versatile dosage forms. This article provides an extensive ov...

The purpose of this study is to evaluate hyaluronic acid (HA), sometimes referred to as hyaluronan or hyaluronate, as well as its derivatives and how they are used in cosmetic formulations. N-acetylglucosamine and D-glucuronic acid are the two disaccharides that make up HA, a glycosaminoglycan that was rst isolated from the vitreous humor of the ey...

Cosmetics may have "pharmaceutical therapeutic bene ts" but not always "biological therapeutic rewards.," Products for skin care that combine cosmetics and pharmaceuticals are known as Cosmeceuticals. Cosmeceuticals are applied topically like cosmetics, but they also contain substances that affect the biological functions of the skin. Cosmetics mak...

Diabetes mellitus is a serious and complex metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia. In recent years natural products has gained much more interest by researchers as alternative sources for diabetes treatment. Though many potential agents are identified so far but their clinical utility is limited because of their adverse effects. Therefor...

Uncontrolled blood sugar levels bring on an eye condition known as diabetic retinopathy. If untreated, the damage to the blood vessels in the retina can result in blindness. Early symptoms include impaired vision, di culties distinguishing colours, and dark patches of vision. Since ancient times, people all around the world have utilized herbs to m...

An environmental pollutant is any material that is present in the environment and is hazardous to humans or the lives of any living species but is necessary for human existence and well-being. This chapter focuses on environmental chemical and agricultural pollutants (ECPs and EAPs) comprising either organic or inorganic materials. Chemical polluta...

In particular, throughout life, women's health depends on having an ideal micronutrient level. Thus, pregnancy outcomes and the long-term health of a woman's offspring are signi cantly in uenced by her physical and nutritional well-being during the preconception stage. Various nutrients are required in su cient amounts to ful ll the requirements at...

Aim The present study investigated the development of kidney stone formation in animal models involving renal tubular stone formation by ethylene glycol and COX-2 selective inhibitor-induced urolithiasis along with the diuretic potentiality by Lipschitz teston Wistar rats. Background Hemidesmus indicus (H. indicus) R. Br. played a prominent role i...

Resveratrol (RSV) is a polyphenol generated from plants. It is an organic substance that can be found in grapes, some berries, as well as other fruits and nuts. Numerous health benefits, such as anti-proliferative, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, anti-ischemic, anti-aging, steroidogenic effects, and antioxidant effects, have been demonstrated for...

High demand and ongoing technological advancements have created a market for sensors that is both varied and rapidly evolving. Bioactive compounds are separated systematically to conduct an in-depth investigation, allowing for the profiling or fingerprinting of different Plantae kingdoms. The profiling field is significant in elucidating the comple...

The interactions between microbes and plants are a crucial component of our terrestrial environment. The most intriguing from the perspective of microbial ecology, however, are particular interactions created by pathogenic and plant-beneficial microorganisms (either nonsymbiotic or symbiotic). Microorganisms such as endophytes, plant growth-promoti...

Salicin is a glycoside that can be found in several Salix and Populus species. Salicin is also connected to the glycoside populin, commonly known as benzoyl Salicin, in the Salicaceae tree barks. D-glucose is a component of the alcoholic glycoside Salicin (C13H18O7). The willow tree, as well as other trees like poplar and aspen, contains the natura...

A clinical syndrome known as hypothyroidism occurs due to a shortage of thyroid hormone as a result of decreased production, abnormal distribution, or no action of thyroid hormones. The most typical clinical symptoms included are dry skin, hair loss, weight gain, painful-prolonged periods, infertility, balance problems, slow speech, bradycardia, hy...

One-third of people will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives, making it the second leading cause of death globally each year after cardiovascular disease. The complex anticancer molecular mechanisms have been understood clearly with the advent of improved genomic, proteomic, and bioinformatics. Our understanding of the complex int...

This book provides a holistic view of natural products and remedies that have been used to treat cancer. The editors aim to educate readers about the importance of the translational role of natural products in cancer treatment by compiling 14 chapters. The book emphasizes an integrative approach to the topic by blending traditional knowledge that s...

This book provides a holistic view of natural products and remedies that have been used to treat cancer. The editors aim to educate readers about the importance of the translational role of natural products in cancer treatment by compiling 14 chapters. The book emphasizes an integrative approach to the topic by blending traditional knowledge that s...

This book provides a holistic view of natural products and remedies that have been used to treat cancer. The editors aim to educate readers about the importance of the translational role of natural products in cancer treatment by compiling 14 chapters. The book emphasizes an integrative approach to the topic by blending traditional knowledge that s...

This book provides a holistic view of natural products and remedies that have been used to treat cancer. The editors aim to educate readers about the importance of the translational role of natural products in cancer treatment by compiling 14 chapters. The book emphasizes an integrative approach to the topic by blending traditional knowledge that s...

This book provides a holistic view of natural products and remedies that have been used to treat cancer. The editors aim to educate readers about the importance of the translational role of natural products in cancer treatment by compiling 14 chapters. The book emphasizes an integrative approach to the topic by blending traditional knowledge that s...

This book provides a holistic view of natural products and remedies that have been used to treat cancer. The editors aim to educate readers about the importance of the translational role of natural products in cancer treatment by compiling 14 chapters. The book emphasizes an integrative approach to the topic by blending traditional knowledge that s...

A premenstrual syndrome is a group of regular physiological, mental, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that appear periodically in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, and they vanish quickly with the beginning of menstruation or a few days afterward. Thus, severe premenstrual syndrome (PMS) affects 5-8% of women; the majority of these individ...

Cancer is a condition in which aberrant cells continue to divide uncontrollably, causing tissue to be destroyed. Different cancer stages have been identi ed by researchers, suggesting that a number of gene alterations are involved in the etiology of cancer. Unusual cell proliferation is brought on by these gene alterations. A crucial role in the ac...

The complex heterogeneous disorder known as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) includes endocrine, reproductive, metabolic, psychological, and other pathological aspects. Yet, nothing is understood regarding the cause of PCOS. Insulin resistance and hyperandrogenism are major contributors to the pathophysiology of PCOS, according to various studies...

The "lipstick tree" is another name for the ornamental plant Bixa orellana L., which is indigenous to South and Central America, the Caribbean Islands, and other regions of Asia. The plant, also known as "Sinduri" or "Latkan," is utilized in India's food, dye, cosmetics, and traditional medicine sectors. Commercially, the plant seeds are signi cant...

The "lipstick tree" is another name for the ornamental plant Bixa orellana L., which is indigenous to South and Central America, the Caribbean Islands, and other regions of Asia. The plant, also known as "Sinduri" or "Latkan," is utilized in India's food, dye, cosmetics, and traditional medicine sectors. Commercially, the plant seeds are significan...

Role of Micronutrients in Obesity & Weight Management

Numerous herbal-based Ayurvedic and Chinese medications contain a variety of phytochemicals that may have a neuroprotective impact and help treat a variety of neurodegenerative diseases. The natural medicinal drug has long been used to treat neural signs and symptoms. There has been an enormous public and clinical interest in the use of Phytoconsti...

Hesperidin is one of the most well-known, naturally occurring flavonoids with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect, occurring in high concentrations in citrus fruits. Citrus fruits and juices are widely consumed worldwide and are readily available dietary sources for their intake. Its use has been associated with a great number of health benefi...

Hairy Fleabane, or Erigeron bonariensis var. microcephala Cabrera (EB), is a fast-growing annual or biennial weed in the Asteraceae family that blooms in the summer. Although it is originated in the southern part of the continent, this weed can now be found all over Asia and Africa. There exists limited information on phytochemistry and biological...

For a very long time, clay has been widely utilized in cosmetics, and it is still one of the most widely used components today. There is clay for every skincare issue and problem, including dryness, irritation, sunburn, and oiliness. Finding the appropriate clay for the skin's type, texture, and needs is the primary consideration. The current effor...

Maintaining a well-balanced diet and considering how to fulfill all the adequate nutrition required by the body will help us live a healthy lifestyle. The risk of illness, infection, exhaustion, and poor performance increases when a balanced diet is absent. The anti-treatment technique of food modification has gained a lot of attention in research...

Human monkeypox (HMPX) is a zoonotic disease, literally meaning that it can be passed on from animals (non-primate) to human (primate). All the reported and recorded cases have been traced back either to international travel or import of African animals. In the Unites states, sporadic monkeypox cases have been reported in specific over the past 50...

Secondary metabolites of natural origin exhibit numerous pharmacological activities like anti-in ammatory and anti-oxidant effects. Lipid peroxidation is observed to be prevented by terminating free radical chains and chelating redox active metal ions. These properties of the secondary products can also aid in preventing carcinoma. Many traditional...

Implementation of computational technique for analysis of medical modality images and machine learning techniques for breast cancer detection

This paper provides a review on infertility causes, investigations and treatment modalities. World health organization estimates, worldwide 60-80 million couples suffer from infertility. Infertility is not always a woman's problem. Both genders are equally responsible for the infertility cause. The male factor is the cause in approximately 23% Indi...

Background Latest scientific techniques like heavy metal content, microbial load estimation and pesticide residues are essential for fulfilling WHO guidelines for herbal drug formulations like Ghrita. Methods In the present study, formulated Ghrita sample was selected for estimation of heavy metals as lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), microbi...

Background Nature has bestowed mother Earth with an array of herbals utilized as therapeutics for various human ailments since the origin of life. Bryonia laciniosa (family: Cucurbitaceae) is one such herb which finds its mention in various traditional systems of medicine and has attracted the current researchers due to its significant therapeutic...

Diabetes is a major health issue for humans, and its complications can lead to a variety of health problems. Nephropathy has been recognised since the 1930s, when Kimmelstiel and Wilson first reported the characteristic nodular glomerulosclerosis lesions in diabetic kidneys. Diabetic nephropathy (DN), commonly known as diabetic kidney disease, is a...

Background Herbal drugs can be used more appropriately, with increased efficacy by using them in modern dosage forms. This can be established with the aid of novel drug delivery systems for herbal ingredients. The present review emphasizes the development of novel herbal formulations and their type of active constituents, along with applications of...

Background Diabetes mellitus is a disease and endocrine disorder and it's a growing health problem in various countries. The prevalence of diabetes rises worldwide including South Africa 5.4% in 2025 increases as expected. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated the diabetes mellitus problem in adults 173 million in developing counties. In th...

Background Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that was earlier intended to treat only patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD), but researchers have found DBT to treat several psychological disorders, including depression. Aim The article aims to review the clinical shreds of evidence rega...

Background In today's global world, most women are experiencing midlife health problems which can affect their lives and mental status. Most of the diseases occurr after childbirth and during pregnancy or gestation period which can lead to severe problems such as postpartum depression (PPD), postmenopausal depression, perimenopausal depression whic...

Background: In today's global world, most women are experiencing midlife health problems which can affect their lives and mental status. Most of the diseases occurr after childbirth and during pregnancy or gestation period which can lead to severe problems such as postpartum depression (PPD), postmenopausal depression, perimenopausal depression whi...

Background Due to the prevailing coronavirus crisis, the use of sanitizers has become an urgent need of today to take preventive care as we step out for various reasons. Many brands and varieties of sanitizers are available in the market today. Objective The present study has been undertaken to develop and analyse the effects of an Ayurvedic prepa...

Background Diabetes mellitus is a complex, chronic metabolic disease, with heterogeneous etiology and risk factors at the social level and behavioral, environmental, and genetic susceptibility. There are numerous traditional medicinal plants reported having hypoglycemic properties such as Allium sativum (Garlic), Azadirachta indica (Neem), Punica g...

Background:Background: Tanning nowadays due to pollution, stress, UV rays, and life style has become a major skin care problem. Synthesis of a poly-herbal anti-tan formulation has been performed in this work and it is evaluated on various parameters. Objective: The present work is aimed at the synthesis of herb based anti-tan medicine and the eval...

Background: Due to the prevailing corona crisis, the use of sanitizers has become an urgent need today so as to take preventive care as we step out for various reasons. Many brands and varieties of sanitizers are available in the market today. Objective: The present study has been conducted to develop and analyse the effects of an Ayurvedic prepar...

Pharmacognostic Assessment and quality standards of Saraca asoca and Asparagus racemosus

Background: Health care of women in nowadays' life, which is full of stress and anxiety, and the present lifestyle that has become a topic of major concern, and is ignored most of the time, are the reasons why females are suffering from anemia, blood-related disorders, leucorrhoea, and infertility. Apart from this, the lack of proper care in pregna...

Background Diabetes is a metabolic, endocrine disorder which is featured by hyperglycemia and glucose intolerance, primarily due to beta cell destruction, with Insulin Resistance playing a secondary role. It is treated with the help of many chemical based drugs as well as natural derivatives. Objective There is urgent need to develop new efficacio...

Abstract Tannins are maximally available phytoconstituents in the plant kingdom, where they function as a protective and regulate plant growth. Different types of condensed tannins carry a huge potential as pharmaceutical agents as well as pharmaceutical aid. The tannins are important and efficacious chemicals for tanning, absorption of minerals, a...

Background: Medicinal plant and herbs used for anti-ulcer activity in the form of extract. Many studies are done for confirmation the extract of the medicinal plant helps to relieve stomach pain, ulcer recurrence and beneficial in the treatment for ulcer disease. An herbal plant uses different parts for treating various diseases such a seed, flower...

Background: Skin protects the inner organs from injuries and infections. The various structural parts of the skin are the epidermis, the dermis and the skin appendages. Multiple group Skin cancer benign and uncontrollable abnormal growth of cells. Outcome of extracutaneous and cutaneous cells. Cases of skin cancer increased, so it has led to findin...

Background: Skin problems can affect patient lives by resulting in psychosocial effects. The most exposed organ is the skin of the body. Skin diseases occur worldwide and a matter of serious concern. This appreciation for the age, sex, and location of lesions. Some common infections which affect the skin such as Bacterial infections, Viral infectio...

Dos, Don’ts, Precautions & Relapse of Covid-19

Background WHO declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. New cases are being added every day, as the case count in United States are to the maximum. No drugs or biologics are yet found to be effective for the prevention or treatment of COVID-19. Objective To discuss the possibilities of available treatments available. Materials & Methods Brief out-loo...

Background Dandruff is a major problem of hair, which cannot be fully cured with the aid of chemicals. An attempt has been made to prepare a poly-herbal anti-dandruff hair care formulation and it is standardized to ensure its stability and quality aspects. Objective The present work is oriented at the synthesis of herbal anti-dandruff hair formula...

Background: Diabetes is signalized by immedicable hyperglycemia with discompose of protein, fat and carbohydrate metabolism and is connected with most ordinary long-term diabetes associated with damage. The mechanism of diabetes resistance is not understood but, it is set to be correlated with oxidative stress, environmental, genetic, habitual, inf...

Background Alcohol withdrawal syndrome leads to irritability, aggressiveness, body posture and motor abnormalities, sensory hyper reactivity and changes in various enzyme levels. Dhatryadi ghrita penetrates the blood- brain barrier to decrease the cravings for alcohol in this syndrome. Objective To evaluate the effect of alcoholic extract of Dhatr...

Background Herbs are the most trending taste enhancers, carrying multiple benefits. Sprinkling them in minute amounts in pasta, salads, sautéed vegetables, curries, fried rice or adding them in dips and sauces can lead to enhanced flavours. The fresh and dried versions serve the same purpose, especially when the fresh ones are not available. Objec...

Anti-Anemic Activity of Dhatryadi Ghrita In Phenyl Hydrazine- Treated Wistar Rats

Objective Herbal formulations based on plants are effective against psychosis. The effects of Dhatryadi ghrita on wistar rats against psychosis were investigated. Background An increased preference nowadays is obvious towards the use of herbal drugs in treatment of chronic ailments. Treatment of psychiatric diseases have become easier but the extr...

Using herbal sources for treatment has gained popularity in recent years as the synthetic drugs have reported huge number of adverse reactions. People across the globe are consuming the traditional medications for relief and treatment. Even some population of the developing countries was facing problem to afford the synthetic drugs or medicines and...

Background Depression is the neuropsychiatric disorder which can lead to disruption of brain nerves by elevating different mechanisms and neurotransmitters such as serotonin, noradrenaline, dopamine. It can have a series of episodic events that can cross one episodic depression to another and manifest various symptoms such as agitation, melancholia...

Background Curcumin is an active constituent of Curcuma longa, which belongs to Zingiberaceae family. It is derived from the Rhizome of a perennial plant having molecular formula C 21 H 20 O 6 and chemically it is (1, 7- bis (4- hydroxy - 3 methoxyphenyl) -1, 6 - heptadine - 3, 5 - diene), also known as diferuloylmethane. Curcumin has been extensiv...

Background:Abstract Background: A large number of cosmetic formulations have been developed based on herbs. Indian women have been using herbs such as sandalwood, aloe for skincare protection, since ages. In India, the rich cultural heritage is behind the materials used in cosmetics from the earliest period of medical and cosmetic art. Objective:...

Background Standardization of herbal formulation is essential in order to assess the quality of drugs for therapeutic value. According to an estimate of World Health Organization, nearly 80% of population of developing countries relies on traditional medicine. Dhatryadi Ghrita is a polyherbal preparation containing eleven ingredients has Madhura ra...

Background A large number of cosmetic formulations have been developed based on herbs. Indian women have been using herbs such as sandalwood, aloe for skincare protection, since ages. In India, the rich cultural heritage is behind the materials used in cosmetics from the earliest period of medical and cosmetic art. Objective Continuous application...

Adenosine is a recognized purine nucleoside which is an effective controller of inflammation. The inflammatory effect of adenosine is expressed via its four receptor subtypes viz. A1, A2A, A2B and A3. The various inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are initiated by adenosine receptors of which A2A and A3 plays a vital role....

Background: As the allopathic medication system is being widely followed but the reported side effects have posed an important cause of concern hence researches are being conducted on the use of herbal medications which have given us fruitful results and complications are hardly reported. In the complete system of the medicinal loop, herbs have pro...

Objective: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is the major crippling disease, leading to huge economic loss in the developing country, India. Thus, the utilization of the nature’s pharmacy is the pivotal forum of research in the treatment of DM and its complications. The main objective of the study was to prepare the Polyherbal Powder (PHP) extract for DM and...

Background Herbal extracts have been employed since ages in dentistry as tooth cleansing and antimicrobial agents. The use of herbal medicines continues to expand and trend rapidly across the world. Herbal extracts have been used in dentistry for multiple uses as reducing inflammation, as antimicrobial plaque agents, for preventing release of hista...

Background: According to WHO (World Health Organization), more than 50 million pre-school children and approximately 2 billion adults are overweighed and more than half a billion are obese. Obesity is a matter of concern for population worldwide. For the treatment of obesity, the use of Ayurveda, as well as traditional forms of medication, has turn...

Background: Chopchinyadi Churna is a powdered Ayurvedic churna, commonly used for treating insect bite, rheumatoid arthritis, gout arthritis. Objective: The current research is oriented for the evaluation of ingredients and other aspects of Churna. Materials and Methods: The Churna was standardized as per the parameters of Ayurvedic Formulary of...

Background: Baldness is very common in males and females but predominantly it is seen more in males. This accounts for approximately 89-99 percent of hair loss. Though there are multiple causes responsible for causing baldness like hormones, hereditary, age factors, pollution, work environment, stress and many more. Objective: The objective of the...

A REVIEW ON THE SUGAR ALTERNATES Abstract Background: Due to the rise of diabetes as the primary health issue nowadays, there is a need for a sweetener, which apart from fulfilling the role of a sweetener, also complies with the normal body metabolism. Objectives: To review the literature available on the different sugar alternates present globally...

ABSTRACT : Background: India, because of its lavish cultural heritage is rich in its traditional knowledge of treatment of ailments in various forms for the maintenance of health as well as in the prevention, diagnosis, improvement or treatment of physical and mental illness. Objective: India having vast ethnic variability, has different disease...

ABSTRACT : Background: India, because of its lavish cultural heritage is rich in its traditional knowledge of treatment of ailments in various forms for the maintenance of health as well as in the prevention, diagnosis, improvement or treatment of physical and mental illness. Objective: India having vast ethnic variability, has different disease...

Background: Due to the rise of diabetes as the primary health issue nowadays, there is a need for a sweetener, which apart from fulfilling the role of a sweetener, also complies with the normal body metabolism. Objectives: To review the literature available on the different sugar alternates present globally. Methods: A literature search has been do...