Abstract Manaca (Brunfelsia uniflora), a traditional medicinal plant native to South America, especially Brazil and the Amazonian basin, has gained interest in recent years for its wide range of purported therapeutic benefits. Known for its anti-inflammatory,…
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Abstract Brunfelsia uniflora, commonly known as Manaca, is a medicinal plant native to South America, particularly Brazil and Peru. Traditionally employed in Amazonian and folk medicine, Manaca has garnered attention for its potential in treating rheumatism,…
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Mallow (genus Malva), a group of flowering plants belonging to the Malvaceae family, has been used in traditional medicine for centuries due to its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and mucilaginous properties. Found in temperate, subtropical, and Mediterranean…
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Abstract Mallow (Malva spp.), a genus within the Malvaceae family, encompasses several species widely recognized for their medicinal and nutritional applications. Traditionally used across Europe, North Africa, and Asia, Mallow has gained renewed interest in…
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Abstract Malic acid is an organic dicarboxylic acid commonly found in fruits like apples, cherries, and grapes. As a key component of the citric acid cycle, it plays a central role in cellular energy metabolism. Beyond its biochemical significance, recent interest…
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Abstract Malic acid, a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid predominantly found in apples and other fruits, plays a central role in the body’s energy production via the Krebs cycle. Known for its sour taste and use in food preservation, malic acid also…
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Abstract The Male Fern (Dryopteris filix-mas) is a perennial plant long revered for its medicinal properties, especially in traditional European and Asian systems of herbal medicine. Historically employed as an anthelmintic, this plant has recently attracted…
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Abstract Dryopteris filix-mas, commonly known as Male Fern, is a perennial fern native to Europe, Asia, and North America. Historically used for its anthelmintic properties, recent interest has turned toward its potential effects on men’s health, particularly…
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Abstract Malabar Nut (Justicia adhatoda), also known as Vasaka, is a well-established medicinal shrub in traditional Ayurvedic and Unani medicine. Primarily known for its respiratory and anti-inflammatory properties, emerging studies have begun to explore its…
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Abstract Malabar Nut, scientifically known as Justicia adhatoda, is a potent Ayurvedic herb traditionally used in South Asian medicine. While it is primarily recognized for its bronchodilatory and anti-inflammatory effects, emerging evidence and ethnomedical…
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Abstract Maitake mushroom (Grifola frondosa), also known as the “hen of the woods,” is a functional medicinal fungus with a rich history in Eastern medicine. In recent years, it has gained recognition in the scientific community for its potential anticancer,…
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Abstract Maitake mushroom (Grifola frondosa), also known as “Hen of the Woods,” has been a cornerstone of traditional Eastern medicine for centuries. In recent decades, scientific research has increasingly validated its potent health-promoting properties,…
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