Publisher's Synopsis
This book explores the therapeutic potential of everyday kitchen ingredients, blending traditional practices along with modern scientific insights. It provides insights beyond the regular culinary use of vegetables and spices, and presents a comprehensive analysis of their chemistry, nutraceutical roles, and pharmacological applications. The diverse range of topics will offer readers a glimpse into the profound medicinal benefits these ingredients hold.With contributions from leading researchers from leading institutions, the book encompasses the therapeutic potential of daily-use kitchen ingredients, their importance in historical and cultural contexts, and their relevance in modern medicine. This volume will help in revealing the true power of kitchen ingredients through scientific evidence. Key features include: A diverse range of topics on the therapeutic roles and nutraceutical significance of vegetables such as garlic, spinach, capsicum, fennels, onion, leafy vegetables, and others. A comprehensive insight into the phytochemistry and pharmacology of spices like clove, cinnamon, ginger, cumin, cardamom, nutmeg, asafoetida, thyme, and more. The utilization of different kitchen ingredients for nutraceutical purposes in addressing chronic illnesses such as cancer and diabetes. Insight into the pharmacological role of essential oils derived from spices. Comprehensive insights into allergenicity, toxicity profiles, and dose-dependent studies. A detailed discussion on clinical evidence of assessments done on functional spices. This book is an essential resource for students, researchers, faculties, and healthcare professionals specially working in naturopathy. Exploration of the Medicinal Potential of Kitchen Ingredients promises to inspire innovative solutions and expand horizons in the fields of pharmacology and natural therapeutics.
