A Review of Herbal Treatment for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders and Infection by Krupavaram B, A Kishore Babu, Santhiya Manickam Pillay, Tan Ching Siang, Bama V. V. Menon, Ganesh Sritheran Paneerselvam, Long Chiau Ming, Yaser Mohammed Al-Worafi, Wen Han Chooi

“…Unlike most pharmacotherapies targeting a single mechanism, herbal medications often contain multiple active ingredients that can address several signalling pathways simultaneously. Notable herbs like fennel, cumin, aloe vera, ginger, and licorice have documented uses in the literature. …”
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A Microbiological Preparation Based on the Homofermentative Strains of Lactobacillus plantarum Isolated from the Natural Sources for Bioconservation of Plant Resources (Review of S... by R.A. Shurkhno

“…It was found that the use of the preparation along with an optimized technology of bioconservation of high-protein perennials, annual grasses, their mixtures and corn, and slightly dried herbs in anaerobic conditions improves the qualitative characteristics of silage and haylage, as well as increases their energy value and enhances the economic performance of technological processes of fodder conservation.…”
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Detection of Islet Cell Immune Reactivity with Low Glycemic Index Foods: Is This a Concern for Type 1 Diabetes? by Datis Kharrazian, Martha Herbert, Aristo Vojdani

“…Dietary protein determinants included unmodified (raw) and modified (cooked and roasted) foods, herbs, spices, food gums, brewed beverages, and additives. …”
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Plants Used in Antivenom Therapy in Rural Kenya: Ethnobotany and Future Perspectives by Timothy Omara

“…The main growth habit of the species is as herbs (35%), shrubs (33%), and trees (28%). Ethnomedicinal preparations used in treating snake poisons are usually from leaves (48%), roots (26%), and stem bark (8%) through decoctions, infusions, powders, and juices which are applied topically or administered orally. …”
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A Review on Colorectal Cancer and the Role of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine as Complementary Therapy by Jie Ji, Hiu Ching Phang, Xian Gu, Riyanto Teguh Widodo, Bey Hing Goh, Phei Er Kee, Siew-Keah Lee, Ashok Kumar Janakiraman, Long Chiau Ming, Kai Bin Liew

“…This review focuses on the discussion of colorectal cancer and the potential of Chinese traditional herbs used in treating colorectal cancers. Furthermore, various signalling pathways of CRC and the possible mechanism of TCM intervening in these pathways are also discussed.  …”
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Perception and treatment of melancholy in the writings of Hildegard of Bingen (c. 1098-1179) by Eglė Sakalauskaitë-Juodeikienë

“…The abbess recommended various medicinal herbs (fennel, mallow, primrose, rue, etc.) and substances of animal (ostrich, heron, ants) and mineral (onyx) origin in order to reduce excessive amount of black bile. …”
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The Efficacy of Jing Wan Hong Ointment for Nerve Injury Diabetic Foot Ulcer and Its Mechanisms by Shumei Jin, Mixia Zhang, Yan Gao, Xuebin Zhang, Guangzhi Cui, Yanjun Zhang

“…Jing Wan Hong ointment contains 30 kinds of Chinese herbs, with functions of activating blood circulation to disperse blood stasis, clearing heat, eliminating dampness, and reducing swelling by detoxification. …”
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Use of Plant Resources by Merosargus (Diptera, Stratiomyidae, Sarginae) Larvae by Julio C. R. Fontenelle, Flávia E. C. Viana-Silva, Rogério P. Martins

“…Plant species included herbs, vines, palms, and trees. Six Merosargus species were reared from only one resource type, and each resource type was used, on average, by less than two Merosargus species. …”
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Determination of the total antioxidant and oxidant status of some galactagogue and herbal teas by D. Ağagündüz

“…In conclusion, antioxidant/oxidant status of galactagogues and other herbal teas might vary according to their form (powder or granule), type, variety of herbs in the composition, and the brand. Moreover, some galactagogues and other herbal teas have high levels of oxidant activity as well as antioxidant activity. …”
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Analysis of Antifungal Components in the Galls of Melaphis chinensis and Their Effects on Control of Anthracnose Disease of Chinese Cabbage Caused by Colletotrichum higginsianum by Ping-Chung Kuo, Ting-Fang Hsieh, Mei-Chi Lin, Bow-Shin Huang, Jenn-Wen Huang, Hung-Chang Huang

“…Thus it was conducted to identify and quantify the chemical constituents in these herbs and to assess the antifungal effects of these compounds. …”
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Evidence and Potential Mechanisms of Traditional Chinese Medicine for the Adjuvant Treatment of Coronary Heart Disease in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review and M... by Yu Wei, Qi-You Ding, Chak Yeung, Yi-shan Huang, Bo-xun Zhang, Li-li Zhang, Run-Yu Miao, Sha Di, Lin-Hua Zhao, Xiao-Lin Tong

“…We systematically assessed the efficacy and safety of TCM for the adjuvant treatment of patients with CHD and diabetes mellitus and examined the pharmacological effects and potential mechanisms of TCM medication/herbs on diabetes mellitus with CHD. We found that TCM could improve the control effect of conventional treatment on cardiac function, hemorheology, blood glucose, blood lipid, and inflammation, thus reducing the frequency of angina and the incidence of cardiovascular events and all-cause mortality. …”
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Effects of Environmental and Disturbance Factors on Plant Community Distribution in Tropical Moist Afromontane Forests, South-West Ethiopia by Semegnew Tadese, Teshome Soromessa, Getaneh Gebeyehu

“…., 400 m2 (trees), 25 m2 subplots (shrubs, lianas, seedlings, and saplings), and 1 m2 (herbs), respectively. The plant community classification was performed using agglomerative hierarchical cluster analysis (Ward’s Linkage method) in R software (version 4.0.1). …”
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Phytochemicals Mediated Remediation of Neurotoxicity Induced by Heavy Metals by Vivek Kumar Gupta, Shweta Singh, Anju Agrawal, Nikhat Jamal Siddiqi, Bechan Sharma

“…This mini review summarizes the current knowledge available on the protective role of varied natural products isolated from different herbs/plants in imparting protection against heavy metals (cadmium, lead, arsenic, and mercury) mediated neurotoxicity.…”
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Characterizing rural livelihoods in a changing environment: a case study in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco by Adele Woodmansee, Meryem Aakairi, Bruno Gérard, Omar Saadani Hassani, Abderrahim Ouarghidi, Alison G. Power, David G. Rossiter, Andrew McDonald

“…Other natural resource-based activities, including beekeeping and collecting wild herbs, are being abandoned. This study suggests that decreasing precipitation is rapidly undermining the viability of agricultural activities in the High Atlas. …”
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Ethno-Botanical Survey of Medicinal Plants Used in the Treatment of Snakebites in Engali Sub-County Kazo District. by Bogere, Mohammed

“…The survey identified 17 plants used for snakebite treatment, with jack bean being the most commonly cited (54.2%). Herbs were the predominant life form of these medicinal plants (53%), and seeds were the most frequently used plant parts (32.6%).The findings indicated jack bean and star grass as the most frequently mentioned plants, with leaves and seeds being the most commonly utilized plant parts for snakebite treatment. …”
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Artemisia dracunculus essential oil: phytochemical study, pre-treatment and co-treatment effects on morphine withdrawal syndrome by Zahra Lorigooini, Fatemeh Heibati, Seyyed Matin Ahmadi, Sareh Mohammadi, Mahmoud Rafieian-Kopaei

“…Abstract Drug addiction is one of the most important global problems. Medicinal herbs have been traditionally used in the management and treatment of opioid withdrawal syndrome and pain. …”
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The Effect and Related Mechanism of Action of Astragalus Compatible with Curcumin against Colon Cancer Metastasis in Mice by Jiafei Wu, Decai Tang

“…Two traditional Chinese herbs, Astragalus membranaceus and Curcuma zedoaria, are commonly utilized jointly in colon cancer preventive therapy. …”
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Phenolics, Antioxidant and Antibacterial Activities of Immature and Mature Blumea balsamifera Leaf Extracts Eluted with Different Solvents by Sirinapha Jirakitticharoen, Wudtichai Wisuitiprot, Pongphen Jitareerat, Chalermchai Wongs-Aree

“…., belonging to the Asteraceae family, also known as “ngai camphor,” is one of the traditional herbs used in Thailand for folk medicine and a component in local food and drinks. …”
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Screening of SIRT2 inhibitors from natural product databases using computer-aided drug design and molecular dynamics simulation by Tianyi Liu, Hongli Yin, Xue Dong, Qingyang Hu, Xuejiao Hu, Wenxin Yan, Huanhuan Wang, Zhong Li

“…Through the computer-aided drug design method, five compounds capable of binding to SIRT2 have been successfully screened out from 47,696 natural product compounds derived from 6,220 herbs in the YaTCM database. Molecular dynamics simulation reveals that Artonin E and Paleatin B can form stable receptor-ligand complexes in the active pocket of SIRT2 inhibitors. …”
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The Importance of Plants in Ancient Cultures Against the Background of New Research Concerning Intelligence of Plants by Agnieszka Tańczuk

“… Juicy fruit, healthy vegetables, herbs for all the ailments, delightful flowers, a shelter under the spreading branches of an old tree - can plants be something more for man, and can they be even equal to him? …”
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