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Functional Foods of Natural Origin-An Overview
2010
Author(s): Das D, Vimala R, Das N
This review provides a report of various functional foods and their contribution in preventing and reducing the risk factors for several diseases thus suggesting avenues for future research efforts.
Home Gardens for Nutritional and Primary Health Security of Rural Poor of South Kerala
2010
Author(s): Ijinu TP, Anish N , Shiju H , George V , Pushpangadan P
The present study comprises of field trips in different rural localities of Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram districts of Kerala. Quality seeds/planting materials were collected from Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) and supplied to selected rural families of each Gramapanchayat for raising home gardens.
Importance of Certain Tribal Edible Plants of Tripura
2010
Author(s): Choudhury R , Choudhury MD , De B , Paul SB
In this study, phytochemical and medicinal importance of few parts of certain plants are reported.
Comparative Evaluation of Antioxidant Properties of Edible and Non-edible Leaves of Anethum graveolens Linn.
2010
Author(s): Jinesh VK , Jaishree V, Badami S, Shyam W
The study supports the traditional use of green leaves as vegetable and food flavouring agent.
Bridging The Time and Tide –Traditional Knowledge in The 21st Century
2010
Author(s): Sreedharan SK
Traditional knowledge systems have by and large been relegated to the realm of myths and folklore. However, with the advancement of science and commercial successes chalked up by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and cosmetic behemoths, there has been a resurgence of scientific interest in the traditional knowledge systems.
Local Health Wisdom of Rural Women Using Medicinal Plants
2010
Author(s): Verma A , Singhal A, Singh D
This paper discussed about the health traditions in which much of the practices are local and community specific
Indigenous Healthcare Practices in Buldhana District (Maharashtra)
2010
Author(s): Ahirrao YA , Patil DA
This study comprises information on traditional formulations, mode of administration and the ailments for which they are effective, apart from botanical and local plant names.
Herbs as Liver Savers- A Review
2010
Author(s): Chaudhary GD, Kamboj P, Singh I, Kalia AN
The present review is systematically conducted to overview the plants like Andrographis paniculata Nees., Eclipta alba Hassk., Lawsonia alba Lam., Picrorhiza kurroa Royle ex Benth., and Silybum marianum Linn., proved as hepatoprotective and used as the ingredients of liver protection drugs in the last few decades.
Culture and Ethnobotany of Jaintia Tribal Community of Meghalaya, Northeast India - A Mini Review
2010
Author(s): Jaiswal V
Jaintia tribal community, the original inhabitants of Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya have a fascinating culture and tradition based on a close relationship with the nature. Plants and plant products play an important role in Jaintia life and thus are an integral part of Jaintia culture.
Sacred Groves in Conservation of Plant Biodiversity in Mahendergarh District of Haryana
2010
Author(s): Yadav S, Yadav JP, Arya V, Panghal M
The study deals with the role of sacred groves in conservation of plant biodiversity in Mahendergarh district of Haryana. Sacred groves are oasis of plant biodiversity protecting areas.