The healing effects of spices in chronic diseases.

The healing effects of spices in chronic diseases.
Curr Med Chem. 2018 Aug 31;:
Authors: Bukvicki D, Gottardi D, Prasad S, Novakovic M, Marin P, Tyagi AK
Abstract
Spices are not only just herbs used in culinary for improving the taste of dishes. They are also sources of a numerous bioactive compounds significantly beneficial for health. They have been used since ancient times because of their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and carminative properties. Several scientific studies have suggested their protective role against chronic diseases. In fact, their active compounds may help in arthritis, neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Huntington's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, etc.), diabetes, sore muscles, gastrointestinal problems and many more. In the present study, possible roles of spices and their active components, in chronic diseases (cancer, arthritis, cardiovascular diseases, etc.) along with their mechanism of action have been reviewed.
PMID: 30182845 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Current Medicinal Chemistry - August 31, 2018 Category: Chemistry Authors: Bukvicki D, Gottardi D, Prasad S, Novakovic M, Marin P, Tyagi AK Tags: Curr Med Chem Source Type: research