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Exploring the Chemical Properties and Mechanisms of Herbal Remedies in Moringa, and Ginger in Managing Chronic Diseases: Review Musa Yahaya Abubakar; Twan Sale Mathew; Ansar Bilyaminu Adam; Kabiru Bashir Ahmad; Hylalibiya Ataitiya; Aminu Ado Kaugama
African Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Research Vol 1 No 1 (2024): African Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Research
Publisher : Darul Yasin Al Sys

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/ajbmbr.v1i1.3472

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Herbal remedies have been used for centuries to treat various ailments. Natural products, derived from plants, animals, and microorganisms, have been used for centuries as a source of medicinal compounds in traditional and modern herbal remedies. Understanding the chemical properties and mechanisms of action of these remedies is crucial for their effective and safe application in managing chronic diseases. This review explores the effectiveness of herbal remedies in managing chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and autoimmune disorders. It emphasizes the need for a balanced approach combining herbal and conventional medicine, reducing healthcare costs and improving patient outcomes. The review includes 10 studies investigating the efficacy of herbal remedies in managing chronic diseases in Moringa and Ginger. Moringa, a valuable plant in traditional and modern medicine, has diverse therapeutic effects, making it beneficial for managing chronic diseases. Ginger, a powerful herbal remedy with bioactive compounds like gingerols, shogaols, zingerone, and paradols, is also considered a powerful natural treatment due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiemetic, and anticancer activities. Understanding the chemical properties and mechanisms of action of these remedies can help develop effective treatments for chronic diseases and enhance their integration into modern medicine.
The Devastating Impact of Heavy Metal Contamination on Plant Growth and Development: Unveiling Phytotoxicity and Exploring Remediation Strategies Hylalibiya Ataitiya; Kabiru Bashir Ahmad; Aminu Ado Kaugama; Shamsu Abdullahi Idris; Ansar Bilyaminu Adam; Musa Yahaya Abubakar; Twan Sale Mathew
African Journal of Sciences and Traditional Medicine Vol 1 No 1 (2024): African Journal of Sciences and Traditional Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/ajstm.v1i1.3495

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Heavy metal contamination poses a significant threat to plant growth and development, leading to reduced crop yields, impaired ecosystem functioning, and potential human health risks. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the phytotoxic effects of heavy metals on plant species, highlighting the mechanisms of uptake, transport, and accumulation. We explore the devastating impacts on plant morphology, physiology, and biochemistry, including altered root architecture, reduced photosynthesis, and impaired reproductive development. This review highlights the urgent need for effective remediation approaches to mitigate the phytotoxic effects of heavy metals and ensure sustainable ecosystem functioning. We identify knowledge gaps and future research directions, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to address this critical environmental issue.