Author: Alexander Panossian Ph. D.
Publisher: Take Charge Books
ISBN: 9780998265865
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 90
Book Description
Discover Andrographis Herbalists throughout Asia have known about the healing wonders of andrographis for millennia. Now Western science is finally catching on. Andrographis paniculata is now one of the best-researched traditional herbal remedies to find its way into the annals of modern medicine. It's no surprise. Andrographis has now been scientifically validated as a remedy-and sometimes a preventive-for a wide spectrum of illnesses and diseases. That's because andrographis is an adaptogen, a unique class of plant medicinals that provides everything your body needs to survive, addressing complex disease processes that stymie conventional medicine. And, in many cases, andrographis has been shown to be as effective as prescription drugs-sometimes even more effective-without serious side effects. If that sounds like a lot to swallow, it is! Between the covers of this book, you'll find all you need to know about this herb, so widely used in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine, that is rapidly becoming a part of Western medicine as well. You'll also make sure that andrographis becomes a part of your everyday wellness routine. Alex Panossian, Ph.D., Dr. Sci., is one of the world's most respected experts in plant medicine. He has multiple advanced degrees in bioorganic chemistry, specializing in natural plant medicines and herbs with broad healing properties called adaptogens. Dr. Panossian has been a professor of bioorganic chemistry in Russia, Armenia, and Sweden. He is past editor of the scientific journals Phytomedicine, International Journal of Phytopharmacology and Phytotherapy. He has authored or co-authored over 180 articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Discover Andrographis
Author: Alexander Panossian Ph. D.
Publisher: Take Charge Books
ISBN: 9780998265865
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 90
Book Description
Discover Andrographis Herbalists throughout Asia have known about the healing wonders of andrographis for millennia. Now Western science is finally catching on. Andrographis paniculata is now one of the best-researched traditional herbal remedies to find its way into the annals of modern medicine. It's no surprise. Andrographis has now been scientifically validated as a remedy-and sometimes a preventive-for a wide spectrum of illnesses and diseases. That's because andrographis is an adaptogen, a unique class of plant medicinals that provides everything your body needs to survive, addressing complex disease processes that stymie conventional medicine. And, in many cases, andrographis has been shown to be as effective as prescription drugs-sometimes even more effective-without serious side effects. If that sounds like a lot to swallow, it is! Between the covers of this book, you'll find all you need to know about this herb, so widely used in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine, that is rapidly becoming a part of Western medicine as well. You'll also make sure that andrographis becomes a part of your everyday wellness routine. Alex Panossian, Ph.D., Dr. Sci., is one of the world's most respected experts in plant medicine. He has multiple advanced degrees in bioorganic chemistry, specializing in natural plant medicines and herbs with broad healing properties called adaptogens. Dr. Panossian has been a professor of bioorganic chemistry in Russia, Armenia, and Sweden. He is past editor of the scientific journals Phytomedicine, International Journal of Phytopharmacology and Phytotherapy. He has authored or co-authored over 180 articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Publisher: Take Charge Books
ISBN: 9780998265865
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 90
Book Description
Discover Andrographis Herbalists throughout Asia have known about the healing wonders of andrographis for millennia. Now Western science is finally catching on. Andrographis paniculata is now one of the best-researched traditional herbal remedies to find its way into the annals of modern medicine. It's no surprise. Andrographis has now been scientifically validated as a remedy-and sometimes a preventive-for a wide spectrum of illnesses and diseases. That's because andrographis is an adaptogen, a unique class of plant medicinals that provides everything your body needs to survive, addressing complex disease processes that stymie conventional medicine. And, in many cases, andrographis has been shown to be as effective as prescription drugs-sometimes even more effective-without serious side effects. If that sounds like a lot to swallow, it is! Between the covers of this book, you'll find all you need to know about this herb, so widely used in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine, that is rapidly becoming a part of Western medicine as well. You'll also make sure that andrographis becomes a part of your everyday wellness routine. Alex Panossian, Ph.D., Dr. Sci., is one of the world's most respected experts in plant medicine. He has multiple advanced degrees in bioorganic chemistry, specializing in natural plant medicines and herbs with broad healing properties called adaptogens. Dr. Panossian has been a professor of bioorganic chemistry in Russia, Armenia, and Sweden. He is past editor of the scientific journals Phytomedicine, International Journal of Phytopharmacology and Phytotherapy. He has authored or co-authored over 180 articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Andrographis
Author: Terry Lemerond
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781952507083
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Ever wish you had an herbal, healing warrior fighting disease on your behalf?It's possible when you understand the power of Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata). This adaptogen shines as part of a unique class of plant medicinals that provide what your body needs to survive and fight today's illnesses and diseases. Also called "The King of Bitters" because of its use as a bitter tonic in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine, andrographis tackles everything from the common cold to diseases like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and more. Energy, stress, aging issues-the list doesn't end of what's possible with andrographis- all backed by scientific validation. This helpful book also has a special letter to share with your health professional and guidance on how to find an effective andrographis product. Now you have the information you need to understand why this herbal healing warrior should be a part of your daily wellness routine.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781952507083
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Ever wish you had an herbal, healing warrior fighting disease on your behalf?It's possible when you understand the power of Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata). This adaptogen shines as part of a unique class of plant medicinals that provide what your body needs to survive and fight today's illnesses and diseases. Also called "The King of Bitters" because of its use as a bitter tonic in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine, andrographis tackles everything from the common cold to diseases like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and more. Energy, stress, aging issues-the list doesn't end of what's possible with andrographis- all backed by scientific validation. This helpful book also has a special letter to share with your health professional and guidance on how to find an effective andrographis product. Now you have the information you need to understand why this herbal healing warrior should be a part of your daily wellness routine.
The Essential Guide to Herbal Safety
Author: Simon Y Mills
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN: 0443071713
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 704
Book Description
Winner of American Botanical Council's 2005 James A. Duke Botanical Literature Award, the Essential Guide to Herbal Safety offers a balanced and objective perspective on the principles of herbal medicine safety as well as the complex challenges relating to self-prescribed or professionally prescribed herbal medications and supplements. With contributions from leading international practitioners and authorities, it contains comprehensive reviews, in monograph format, of the published safety data for 125 common herbs. You'll also find coverage of issues of quality, interactions, adverse reactions, toxicity, allergy, contact sensitivity, and idiosyncratic reactions. Provides the most current information on safety issues in herbal medicine. Presents authoritative and credible safety information from two experienced herbal practitioners. Combines theoretical chapters with 125 well-researched monographs, making it the most thorough and comprehensive text on the market for herbal safety in practice. Provides clear information using the most current evidence-based reviews, covering factors that influence herb safety, including the negative placebo effects (nocebo), various types of unpredictable effects, the basis for interactions between herbs and drugs, and quality issues. Uses an established grading system for assessing safety in pregnancy and lactation that is realistic and appropriate to herb use. Thoroughly critiques the dominant misinformation in the media and medical journals on herb safety issues. Contains 83 documented case studies on hepatoxicity and the effects in relation to kava. Kava safety is a hot topic. Includes two useful appendices detailing herbal references for pregnancy and lactation considerations.
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN: 0443071713
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 704
Book Description
Winner of American Botanical Council's 2005 James A. Duke Botanical Literature Award, the Essential Guide to Herbal Safety offers a balanced and objective perspective on the principles of herbal medicine safety as well as the complex challenges relating to self-prescribed or professionally prescribed herbal medications and supplements. With contributions from leading international practitioners and authorities, it contains comprehensive reviews, in monograph format, of the published safety data for 125 common herbs. You'll also find coverage of issues of quality, interactions, adverse reactions, toxicity, allergy, contact sensitivity, and idiosyncratic reactions. Provides the most current information on safety issues in herbal medicine. Presents authoritative and credible safety information from two experienced herbal practitioners. Combines theoretical chapters with 125 well-researched monographs, making it the most thorough and comprehensive text on the market for herbal safety in practice. Provides clear information using the most current evidence-based reviews, covering factors that influence herb safety, including the negative placebo effects (nocebo), various types of unpredictable effects, the basis for interactions between herbs and drugs, and quality issues. Uses an established grading system for assessing safety in pregnancy and lactation that is realistic and appropriate to herb use. Thoroughly critiques the dominant misinformation in the media and medical journals on herb safety issues. Contains 83 documented case studies on hepatoxicity and the effects in relation to kava. Kava safety is a hot topic. Includes two useful appendices detailing herbal references for pregnancy and lactation considerations.
Chinese Drugs of Plant Origin
Author: Weici Tang
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3642737390
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1005
Book Description
Traditional Chinese medicine has been used for thousands of years by a large population. It is currently still serving many of the health needs of the Chinese people; and still enjoying their confi dence it is practised in China in parallel with modern Western medical treatment. In addition to scientific organisations dedi cated to modern Western medicine, e. g. the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and various medical schools, a series of parallel institutions have been established in China to promote traditional Chinese medicine, such as the Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine and training institutions. Almost all hospitals in China have a department of traditional medicine. Furthermore, a large number of scientific journals are dedicated to traditional Chinese medicine, covering both experimental and clinical investigations. Medicinal materials constitute a key topic in the treatment of disease according to traditional Chinese medicine. The Chinese Pharmacopoeia (1985 edition) is therefore divided into two sepa rate volumes, Volume I containing traditional Chinese medicinal materials and preparations and Volume II containing pharmaceu tics of Western medicine. The oldest Chinese review of medicinal materials, Shennong Bencao Jing (100-200 A. D. ), covered 365 herbal drugs. The clas sic compilation in this field, Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), was published in 1578 by Li Shi-zhen and recorded as many as 1898 crude drugs of plant, animal and min eral origin.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3642737390
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1005
Book Description
Traditional Chinese medicine has been used for thousands of years by a large population. It is currently still serving many of the health needs of the Chinese people; and still enjoying their confi dence it is practised in China in parallel with modern Western medical treatment. In addition to scientific organisations dedi cated to modern Western medicine, e. g. the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and various medical schools, a series of parallel institutions have been established in China to promote traditional Chinese medicine, such as the Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine and training institutions. Almost all hospitals in China have a department of traditional medicine. Furthermore, a large number of scientific journals are dedicated to traditional Chinese medicine, covering both experimental and clinical investigations. Medicinal materials constitute a key topic in the treatment of disease according to traditional Chinese medicine. The Chinese Pharmacopoeia (1985 edition) is therefore divided into two sepa rate volumes, Volume I containing traditional Chinese medicinal materials and preparations and Volume II containing pharmaceu tics of Western medicine. The oldest Chinese review of medicinal materials, Shennong Bencao Jing (100-200 A. D. ), covered 365 herbal drugs. The clas sic compilation in this field, Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), was published in 1578 by Li Shi-zhen and recorded as many as 1898 crude drugs of plant, animal and min eral origin.
HERBAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS - 38. Andrographis Paniculata (Kalmegh)
Author: Himadri Panda
Publisher: Discovery Publishing House Pvt Limited
ISBN: 9789386841131
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata Nees, family Acanthaceae) is commonly known as 'King of Bitters', Maha-tita or Bhui-neem as the plant, though much smaller in size, shows similar appearance and bitter taste as that of Neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.). It is distributed in tropical Asian countries, often in isolated patches. It can be found in a variety of habitats, e.g. plains, hill slopes, wastelands, farms, dry or wet lands, sea shores and even road side.It has been used as medicinal herb for centuries in several traditional systems of medicine all over the world.
Publisher: Discovery Publishing House Pvt Limited
ISBN: 9789386841131
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata Nees, family Acanthaceae) is commonly known as 'King of Bitters', Maha-tita or Bhui-neem as the plant, though much smaller in size, shows similar appearance and bitter taste as that of Neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.). It is distributed in tropical Asian countries, often in isolated patches. It can be found in a variety of habitats, e.g. plains, hill slopes, wastelands, farms, dry or wet lands, sea shores and even road side.It has been used as medicinal herb for centuries in several traditional systems of medicine all over the world.
Botanical Medicine for Women's Health E-Book
Author: Aviva Romm
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN: 0702065137
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 671
Book Description
Use herbal medicines to treat women at any stage of life! Botanical Medicine for Women's Health, 2nd Edition provides an evidence-based, patient-centered approach to botanical interventions for many different medical conditions. More than 150 natural products are covered, showing their benefits in gynecologic health, fertility and childbearing, and menopausal health. This edition includes new full-color photos of herbal plants along with a discussion of the role of botanicals in healthy aging. Written by Aviva Romm, an experienced herbalist, midwife, and physician, this unique guide is an essential resource for everyday practice of herbal medicine. Winner of the 2010 American Botanical Council's James A. Duke Excellence in Botanical Literature Award! - Current, evidence-based information covers more than 150 botanicals for over 35 different conditions. - Case studies provide realistic scenarios and help you apply the content to the real world. - Treatment and formula boxes summarize the most important information. - Color illustrations and photographs of plants enable you to identify herbs visually as well as by substance make-up. - Logical chapter organization begins with the principles of herbal medicine and then covers women's health conditions organized chronologically by lifecycle, from teen and reproductive years to midlife and mature years. - Appendices include practical, at-a-glance information on common botanical names, chemical constituents of medicinal plants, and a summary table of herbs for women's health. - NEW! Updates reflect the latest research and the most current information. - NEW Full-color design and detailed, professional color photos of plants make this a unique, essential resource. - NEW! Coverage of the role of botanicals in healthy aging for women features phytoestrogens, Ayurvedic/Chinese herbs, and discussions of health promotion.
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN: 0702065137
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 671
Book Description
Use herbal medicines to treat women at any stage of life! Botanical Medicine for Women's Health, 2nd Edition provides an evidence-based, patient-centered approach to botanical interventions for many different medical conditions. More than 150 natural products are covered, showing their benefits in gynecologic health, fertility and childbearing, and menopausal health. This edition includes new full-color photos of herbal plants along with a discussion of the role of botanicals in healthy aging. Written by Aviva Romm, an experienced herbalist, midwife, and physician, this unique guide is an essential resource for everyday practice of herbal medicine. Winner of the 2010 American Botanical Council's James A. Duke Excellence in Botanical Literature Award! - Current, evidence-based information covers more than 150 botanicals for over 35 different conditions. - Case studies provide realistic scenarios and help you apply the content to the real world. - Treatment and formula boxes summarize the most important information. - Color illustrations and photographs of plants enable you to identify herbs visually as well as by substance make-up. - Logical chapter organization begins with the principles of herbal medicine and then covers women's health conditions organized chronologically by lifecycle, from teen and reproductive years to midlife and mature years. - Appendices include practical, at-a-glance information on common botanical names, chemical constituents of medicinal plants, and a summary table of herbs for women's health. - NEW! Updates reflect the latest research and the most current information. - NEW Full-color design and detailed, professional color photos of plants make this a unique, essential resource. - NEW! Coverage of the role of botanicals in healthy aging for women features phytoestrogens, Ayurvedic/Chinese herbs, and discussions of health promotion.
Handbook of 200 Medicinal Plants
Author: Shahid Akbar
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030168077
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 2076
Book Description
This book is designed to provide pharmacologists and researchers of natural products a comprehensive review of 200 medicinal plants, their vernacular names in various languages and their medicinal uses around the world, and in some cases, a historical perspective. Chemical constituents of each plant with the putative active constituent, and available up to date pharmacological studies (until 2017 on PubMed) with each medical activity explored and its relationship with traditional uses, are described for each plant. Any variations in chemical constituents and their effects on pharmacological studies outcome have been highlighted. All clinical trials conducted, with sufficient details, have been included. Nationalities and racial identities of participants of clinical trials are identified to impress upon the social, cultural and dietary influences on the clinical outcomes. Toxicity studies and potential interactions with prescribed drugs, and full spectrum of references are included.
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030168077
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 2076
Book Description
This book is designed to provide pharmacologists and researchers of natural products a comprehensive review of 200 medicinal plants, their vernacular names in various languages and their medicinal uses around the world, and in some cases, a historical perspective. Chemical constituents of each plant with the putative active constituent, and available up to date pharmacological studies (until 2017 on PubMed) with each medical activity explored and its relationship with traditional uses, are described for each plant. Any variations in chemical constituents and their effects on pharmacological studies outcome have been highlighted. All clinical trials conducted, with sufficient details, have been included. Nationalities and racial identities of participants of clinical trials are identified to impress upon the social, cultural and dietary influences on the clinical outcomes. Toxicity studies and potential interactions with prescribed drugs, and full spectrum of references are included.
Phytopharmacy
Author: Sarah E. Edwards
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118543564
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
Healthcare professionals, including doctors, pharmacists and nurses, are often confronted with patients who use over-the-counter (OTC) herbal medicinal products and food supplements. While taking responsibility for one’s own health and treatment options is encouraged, many patients use these products based on limited (and sometimes inaccurate) information from non-scientific sources, such as the popular press and internet. There is a clear need to offer balanced, well-informed advice to patients, yet a number of studies have shown that, generally, conventionally trained health practitioners consider their knowledge about herbal medicinal products and supplements to be weak. Phytopharmacy fills this knowledge gap, and is intended for use by the busy pharmacist, nurse, or doctor, as well as the ‘expert patient’ and students of pharmacy and herbal medicine. It presents clear, practical and concise monographs on over a hundred popular herbal medicines and plant-based food supplements. Information provided in each monograph includes: • Indications • Summary and appraisal of clinical and pre-clinical evidence • Potential interactions • Contraindications • Possible adverse effects An overview of the current regulatory framework is also outlined, notably the EU Traditional Herbal Medicinal Products Directive. This stipulates that only licensed products or registered traditional herbal medicinal products (THRs), which have assured quality and safety, can now legally be sold OTC. Monographs are included of most of the major herbal ingredients found in THRs, and also some plant-based food supplements, which while not strictly medicines, may also have the potential to exert a physiological effect.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118543564
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
Healthcare professionals, including doctors, pharmacists and nurses, are often confronted with patients who use over-the-counter (OTC) herbal medicinal products and food supplements. While taking responsibility for one’s own health and treatment options is encouraged, many patients use these products based on limited (and sometimes inaccurate) information from non-scientific sources, such as the popular press and internet. There is a clear need to offer balanced, well-informed advice to patients, yet a number of studies have shown that, generally, conventionally trained health practitioners consider their knowledge about herbal medicinal products and supplements to be weak. Phytopharmacy fills this knowledge gap, and is intended for use by the busy pharmacist, nurse, or doctor, as well as the ‘expert patient’ and students of pharmacy and herbal medicine. It presents clear, practical and concise monographs on over a hundred popular herbal medicines and plant-based food supplements. Information provided in each monograph includes: • Indications • Summary and appraisal of clinical and pre-clinical evidence • Potential interactions • Contraindications • Possible adverse effects An overview of the current regulatory framework is also outlined, notably the EU Traditional Herbal Medicinal Products Directive. This stipulates that only licensed products or registered traditional herbal medicinal products (THRs), which have assured quality and safety, can now legally be sold OTC. Monographs are included of most of the major herbal ingredients found in THRs, and also some plant-based food supplements, which while not strictly medicines, may also have the potential to exert a physiological effect.
Bioactive Natural Products
Author: Goutam Brahmachari
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814335371
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 695
Book Description
Bioactive natural products are a rich source of novel therapeutics. Thus, the search for bioactive molecules from nature continues to play an important role in fashioning new medicinal agents. This volume, which comprises sixteen chapters written by active researchers and leading experts in natural products chemistry, brings together an overview of current discoveries in this remarkable field. It also provides information on the industrial application of natural products for medicinal purposes. This book will serve as a valuable resource for researchers to predict promising leads for developing pharmaceuticals to treat various ailments and disease manifestations.
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814335371
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 695
Book Description
Bioactive natural products are a rich source of novel therapeutics. Thus, the search for bioactive molecules from nature continues to play an important role in fashioning new medicinal agents. This volume, which comprises sixteen chapters written by active researchers and leading experts in natural products chemistry, brings together an overview of current discoveries in this remarkable field. It also provides information on the industrial application of natural products for medicinal purposes. This book will serve as a valuable resource for researchers to predict promising leads for developing pharmaceuticals to treat various ailments and disease manifestations.
Discovery and Development of Antidiabetic Agents from Natural Products
Author: Goutam Brahmachari
Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0128096926
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
Discovery and Development of Antidiabetic Agents from Natural Products brings together global research on the medicinal chemistry of active agents from natural sources for the prevention and treatment of diabetes and associated disorders. From the identification of promising leads, to the extraction and synthesis of bioactive molecules, this book explores a range of important topics to support chemists in the discovery and development of safer, more economical therapeutics that are desperately needed in response to this emerging global epidemic. Beginning with an overview of bioactive chemical compounds from plants with anti-diabetic properties, the book goes on to outline the identification and extraction of anti-diabetic agents and antioxidants from natural sources. It then explores anti-diabetic plants from specific regions before looking more closely at the background, isolation, and synthesis of key therapeutic compounds and their derivatives, including Mangiferin, Resveratrol, natural saponins, and alpha-glucosidase enzyme inhibitors. The book concludes with a consideration of current and potential future applications. Combining the expertise of specialists from around the world, this volume aims to support and encourage medicinal chemists investigating natural sources as starting points for the development of standardized, safe, and effective antidiabetic therapeutics. - Contains chapters written by active researchers and leading global experts who are deeply engaged in the research field of natural product chemistry for drug discovery - Provides comprehensive coverage of cutting-edge research advances in the design of medicinal natural products with potential as preventives and therapeutics for diabetes and related metabolic issues - Presents a practical review of the identification, isolation, and extraction techniques that help support medicinal chemists in the lab
Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0128096926
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
Discovery and Development of Antidiabetic Agents from Natural Products brings together global research on the medicinal chemistry of active agents from natural sources for the prevention and treatment of diabetes and associated disorders. From the identification of promising leads, to the extraction and synthesis of bioactive molecules, this book explores a range of important topics to support chemists in the discovery and development of safer, more economical therapeutics that are desperately needed in response to this emerging global epidemic. Beginning with an overview of bioactive chemical compounds from plants with anti-diabetic properties, the book goes on to outline the identification and extraction of anti-diabetic agents and antioxidants from natural sources. It then explores anti-diabetic plants from specific regions before looking more closely at the background, isolation, and synthesis of key therapeutic compounds and their derivatives, including Mangiferin, Resveratrol, natural saponins, and alpha-glucosidase enzyme inhibitors. The book concludes with a consideration of current and potential future applications. Combining the expertise of specialists from around the world, this volume aims to support and encourage medicinal chemists investigating natural sources as starting points for the development of standardized, safe, and effective antidiabetic therapeutics. - Contains chapters written by active researchers and leading global experts who are deeply engaged in the research field of natural product chemistry for drug discovery - Provides comprehensive coverage of cutting-edge research advances in the design of medicinal natural products with potential as preventives and therapeutics for diabetes and related metabolic issues - Presents a practical review of the identification, isolation, and extraction techniques that help support medicinal chemists in the lab