A Review Article on Spice up the Solution of Inflammation Through Phytomedicines

Year : 2025 | Volume : 02 | Issue : 01 | Page : 1 10
    By

    Mohd. Wasiullah,

  • Piyush Yadav,

  • Amina Ahsan,

  1. Principal, Departmentt of Pharmacy, Prasad Institute Technology, Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
  2. Academic Head, Departmentt of Pharmacy, Prasad Institute Technology, Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
  3. Research Scholar, Departmentt of Pharmacy, Prasad Institute Technology, Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

Abstract

Inflammation is a complex, protective immune response essential for healing and combating infection. However, prolonged inflammation is associated with chronic diseases, such as arthritis, cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, and neurodegenerative conditions. Traditional nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and corticosteroids can exhibit adverse effects, particularly with chronic administration. This challenge has encouraged the exploration of natural alternatives. Among various natural anti-inflammatory agents, spices, such as ginger, garlic, turmeric, cardamom, and black pepper have gained significant attention due to their potent bioactive compounds, which have shown promising anti-inflammatory effects. This review discusses the classification, key chemical constituents, historical medicinal uses, and mechanisms of action of these spices, supporting their potential as natural alternatives for inflammation management. Phytomedicines, derived from plants and spices, have garnered significant attention in recent years due to their potent bioactive compounds, which have shown promising anti-inflammatory effects. This comprehensive review focuses on five spices, namely ginger (Zingiber officinale), garlic (Allium sativum), turmeric (Curcuma longa), cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), and black pepper (Piper nigrum), which have been traditionally used for their medicinal properties.

Keywords: Inflammation, anti-inflammatory agents, chronic diseases, phytomedicines, spices, ginger, garlic, turmeric, cardamom, black Pepper

[This article belongs to Emerging Trends in Metabolites ]

How to cite this article:
Mohd. Wasiullah, Piyush Yadav, Amina Ahsan. A Review Article on Spice up the Solution of Inflammation Through Phytomedicines. Emerging Trends in Metabolites. 2024; 02(01):1-10.
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Mohd. Wasiullah, Piyush Yadav, Amina Ahsan. A Review Article on Spice up the Solution of Inflammation Through Phytomedicines. Emerging Trends in Metabolites. 2024; 02(01):1-10. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/etm/article=2024/view=190671


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Volume 02
Issue 01
Received 14/12/2024
Accepted 20/12/2024
Published 24/12/2024
Publication Time 10 Days
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