Cover
Preface
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction to Ayurvedic Formulations: Exploring the Classical Concepts with Modern Science
1.1 Ayurvedic Formulations: Exploring the Classical Concepts
1.1.1 Arista and Asava
1.1.2 Rasa Rasayana
1.1.3 Vati or Gutika
1.1.4 Churna
1.1.5 Avaleha
1.1.6 Ghrita
1.1.7 Taila (Oils)
1.1.8 Guggulu
1.2 Modern Science Perspectives
References
Chapter 2 Scientific Approach to the Role of Turmeric in Ayurvedic Formulations and Their Phytochemistry
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Data-mining Classical Texts for Insights

2.3 Therapeutic Uses of Turmeric
2.3.1 Antidiabetic and Prameha
2.3.2 Antiarthritic and Vatarakta
2.3.3 Anaemia and Panduroga
2.3.4 Skin Diseases and Kushtaroga
2.4 Phytochemical Composition and Pharmacological Activities of Turmeric
2.5 Conclusions
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 3 Ginger in Ayurvedic Preparations and Its Applications inthe Development of Nutraceuticals, Dietary Supplementsand Functional Foods and Their Beneficial Effects in Various Biological Activities
3.1 Ayurveda
3.2 Siddha
3.3 Ginger and Its Components

3.4 Chemical Constituents of Ginger
3.5 Classical Ayurvedic Formulations with Ginger and Their Uses
3.6 Ayurvedic Herbal Formulations with Ginger for Different Health Issues
3.7 Evidence-based Formulations in Various Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods
3.8 Biological Activities of Ginger in Different Uses
3.8.1 Anti-inflammatory Effect
3.8.2 Protective Effect on Liver Health
3.8.3 Protective Effect on Kidney Health
3.8.4 Gastrointestinal Health
3.8.5 Protective Effect on Ulcerative Colitis
3.8.6 Pain Relief Effect
3.8.7 Anticancer Effect

3.8.8 Management of Chronic Diseases
3.8.9 Management of Nausea and Vomiting
3.8.10 Antidiabetic Effect
3.8.11 Neuroprotective and Memory-enhancing Effect
3.8.12 Protective Effect on Respiratory Disorders
3.8.13 Effect on Oxidative Stress and Hypertension
3.8.14 Antiobesity Effect
3.9 Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 4 Most Modern Approach to the Phytochemistry and Therapeutic Potential of Boswellia in Ayurvedic Formulations
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Boswellia in Ayurvedic Texts
4.3 Ayurvedic Properties of Shallaki

4.4 Varg of Shallaki in Different Literature Sources
4.5 Science Behind the Action of Ayurvedic Formulations
4.6 Taxonomy and Phytochemistry
4.7 Modern Medicinal Uses
4.7.1 Sandhigata Vata/Arthritis
4.7.2 Antihyperlipidemic and Antidiabetic Activity
4.7.3 Anticancer
4.7.4 Antiulcer
4.7.5 Immune Response
4.7.6 Antithrombotic
4.7.7 Skin Disorders
4.7.8 Antidiarrhoeal
4.7.9 Hepatoprotective Activity
4.7.10 Neuroprotective Effects
4.8 Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References