Bridging Tradition and Science: Advances in Research, Validation, and Global Integration of Unani Medicine

Introduction Unani medicine, derived from the Greek word “Yunani” meaning Greek, represents one of the world’s oldest and most comprehensive traditional medical systems. This holistic healing system encompasses a complete philosophy of health and disease, emphasizing the balance of four humors (Akhlat-e-Arba): Dam (blood), Balgham (phlegm), Safra (yellow bile), and Sauda (black bile) (Khan et al., 2013). The system’s therapeutic…

Repositioning Traditional Medicine in the Modern Era: Review of Recent Publications by a Multidisciplinary Research Group from Bangladesh

INTRODUCTION Bangladesh is a welfare state where the constitution guarantees the right to life as a fundamental right for all it’s citizens as per Articles 27 to 46 of the constitution of Bangladesh [1]. This means that all Bangladeshi citizens are assured of healthcare by their government. The country has experienced huge expansion in it’s healthcare system and pharmaceutical sector…

Role of Sū’-i- Mizāj in Etiopathogenesis of Belching (Jushā)

Belching (Jushā or Ḍakār) is a common physiological process in which air from the stomach is expelled through the mouth. While often benign, persistent or excessive belching is regarded in Unani medicine as a sign of underlying gastric or systemic imbalance. Traditional Unani physicians interpreted belching not merely as a mechanical expulsion of gas but as a diagnostic symptom, reflecting…

Medicinal plants useful in people with arterial hypertension: A review

Introduction: Hypertension is one of the most relevant and high-risk diseases in the world’s population, thus increasing the cases of mortality derived from cardiovascular problems in people. the risk factors within this problem have been studied in such a way that more accessible solutions can be found for those who suffer from it.  Derived from that there are different alternatives…

Unveiling the Healing Power of Traditional Medicine: Bridging Ancient Practices with Modern Therapeutics

Traditional medicine is represented by the various knowledge systems and practices evolving over generations within cultures. They are deeply related to the basic understanding of natural resources and how they interact with human physiology. Traditional medicine would include herbal remedies, acupuncture, Ayurveda, TCM, indigenous healing, and many other forms of holistic medicine [1]. Traditional medicine, in one form or the…

Bioproducts of Amazonian fruits for the prevention and alternative treatment of noncommunicable diseases

Obesity and global health The prevalence of obesity has increased epidemically, as highlighted in the World Obesity Atlas 2023 [1], with significant socio-economic impacts. By 2035, more than half of the world’s population will be overweight considered healthy, representing a major public health problem in the world. High BMI and the risk of noncommunicable diseases in children and adults The…

Exploring the Antioxidant Potential of Medicinal Plant Species: A Comprehensive Investigative Review

Introduction: Medicinal plants have been utilized for centuries in traditional medicine systems worldwide due to their diverse therapeutic properties. Among these properties, the antioxidant potential of medicinal plants has garnered significant attention in recent years [1]. Antioxidants play a crucial role in neutralizing harmful free radicals and oxidative stress, which are implicated in various chronic diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, cancer,…

Nanoparticle-Based Drug Delivery Systems: Advances and Challenges in Nanomedicine

Introduction Nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems have emerged as a cutting-edge approach to revolutionize the field of medicine by enhancing the efficacy, specificity, and safety of drug therapies. These systems utilize nanoscale materials to encapsulate, target, and release therapeutic agents, offering a range of advantages over traditional drug delivery methods. The unique properties of nanoparticles, such as their high surface area-to-volume…

Advances in Aloe Vera Pharmacology: An In-Depth Analysis of its Properties and Principal Active Compounds

Aloe vera, a succulent plant species belonging to the Aloe genus, has been revered for centuries for its diverse range of medicinal and therapeutic properties. Originating from the Arabian Peninsula, it has since spread to various warm climates around the world. The plant is easily recognizable by its thick, fleshy green leaves, which contain a gel-like substance rich in bioactive…

Utility and feasibility of Phosphodiesterase inhibitors in the treatment COVID-19 patients

IntroductionThe outbreak of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and thesubsequent COVID-19 pandemic have indeed presented a global health crisis ofunprecedented magnitude. The rapid spread of the virus, along with the severe health andeconomic impacts it has had on communities around the world, underscores the urgent needfor effective treatments and management of the disease [13-16]. One of the…