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Elsevier Ayurvedic Herbal Preparations in Neurological Disorders 1ed by Muralidhara & Rajini
Ayurvedic Herbal Preparations in Neurological Disorders provides a comprehensive and mechanistic understanding of the therapeutic potential of many ayurvedic herbal preparations in disease management. Examining research data for evidence-based ayurvedic approaches, this volume begins with a focused introduction to major ayurvedic plants, discussing various mechanisms underlying their neuromodulatory potential in preclinical and clinical settings. Major subsets of ayurvedic plants are discussed, including Bacopa monnieri, Centella asiatica, Withania somnifera, and others. This volume outlines the importance of integrative approaches along with existing treatments in the intervention/management of Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, depressive mood disorders, epilepsy, schizophrenia, and more.
More than a mere compilation of studies, this volume identifies relevant gaps for future research avenues and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and sharing of knowledge to together identify the most efficacious ayurvedic approaches. Highlighting recent developments (e.g., Ayurgenomics, Ayurahar) and other pertinent research for neuroprotection, this book is crucial for anyone researching or working in the field of neurological disorder treatment and prevention.
Provides a focused introduction to major Ayurvedic plants and their therapeutic potential in the management of neurodegenerative diseases
Discusses various mechanisms underlying the neuromodulatory potential of several ayurvedic herbal preparations in preclinical and clinical settings
Examines major subsets of ayurvedic plants (e.g., Bacopa monnieri, Centella asiatica, Withaniasomnifera, and others) and potential of several other plants in various neurological disorders
Outlines the importance of integrative approaches along with existing treatments in the intervention/management of depressive mood disorders, epilepsy, schizophrenia, and more
Highlights recent developments (e.g., Ayurgenomics, Ayurahar) and other pertinent research for neuroprotection