Current Traditional Medicine - Volume 8, Issue 2, 2022

Background: Cancer is a frightful disease and it is the second leading cause of death worldwide. Naturally derived compounds are gaining interest of research workers as they have less toxic side effects as compared to currently used treatments, such as chemotherapy. Plants are the pool of chemical compounds, which provide a promising future for research on cancer. Objective: This review paper provides updated informati Read More

The plants of Rivea and Ipomea belong to Convolvulaceae species, identified by their funnel-like flowers and radial-shaped corolla. The stems of these plants are slender and creeper type. The plant of ipomea contains simple leaves. Whereas the leaves of Rivea are velvety in texture and have a shiny appearance. The fruits are like capsule, berry or nut containing only two seeds per one locule. Mostly Convolvulaceae speci Read More

Background: Respiratory diseases like Asthma, Tuberculosis, and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases) in the developing world are a major health burden in terms of morbidity and mortality in both adults and children. A number of studies on treating respiratory disorders using Ayurveda formulations and theirmanagement have been found in Ayurveda Journals with promising results, but an evidence-based syste Read More

Background: Recent advances in care show that inadequate management of the healing process in wounds and the development of bacterial infections lead to increased morbidity. Health professionals have progressively recognized the value of choosing suitable dressings to manage wounds, particularly in developing countries. Honey has been used for thousands of years as a wound dressing and is considered a biolo Read More