Sphaeranthus indicus Linn., also known as Gorakhmundi, is a key plant in ancient traditions, particularly Ayurveda, and is recognized for its wide spectrum of medicinal and nutritional benefits. This chapter focuses on the numerous therapeutic applications of S. indicus, presenting evidence for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and antihepatotoxic properties. The plant is typically found in tropical and subtropical locations and has been used to cure various illnesses, including respiratory, digestive, and skin problems. It also highlights the botanical traits and morphology of S. indicus, as well as the regions where it grows. It then discusses phytochemical ingredients and explains the presence of physiologically active constituents like flavonoids, alkaloids, sterols, amino acids, terpenes, and sugars. Many breakthroughs are highlighted, including the plant’s effectiveness in blood glucose metabolism and its use in diabetes control, as well as its wound healing and neuroprotective properties. In particular, the manuscript discusses potential future investigations that might validate conventional applications and propose new therapeutic uses for S. indicus in modern medicine. Based on existing research, this chapter emphasizes S. indicus’ value as a beneficial tool in improving human health in terms of medicine and nutrition.

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Medicinal and Nutritional Importance of Sphaeranthus indicus in Human Health

  • Murtaza Vandeliwala,
  • Ruchi Pathak,
  • Prinsa R. Nagar

摘要

Sphaeranthus indicus Linn., also known as Gorakhmundi, is a key plant in ancient traditions, particularly Ayurveda, and is recognized for its wide spectrum of medicinal and nutritional benefits. This chapter focuses on the numerous therapeutic applications of S. indicus, presenting evidence for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and antihepatotoxic properties. The plant is typically found in tropical and subtropical locations and has been used to cure various illnesses, including respiratory, digestive, and skin problems. It also highlights the botanical traits and morphology of S. indicus, as well as the regions where it grows. It then discusses phytochemical ingredients and explains the presence of physiologically active constituents like flavonoids, alkaloids, sterols, amino acids, terpenes, and sugars. Many breakthroughs are highlighted, including the plant’s effectiveness in blood glucose metabolism and its use in diabetes control, as well as its wound healing and neuroprotective properties. In particular, the manuscript discusses potential future investigations that might validate conventional applications and propose new therapeutic uses for S. indicus in modern medicine. Based on existing research, this chapter emphasizes S. indicus’ value as a beneficial tool in improving human health in terms of medicine and nutrition.