Medicinal Plants in Parkinson's Therapy
Sachchida Nand Rai · Payal Singh · Falguni Goel
Dec 2025 · Academic Press
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Medicinal Plants in Parkinson's Therapy offers a comprehensive approach to managing Parkinson's disease, blending insights from traditional herbal medicine with contemporary research findings. By examining various herbs, plants, and natural compounds, the book explores their potential in alleviating symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and bradykinesia. Through practical and scientific research, readers learn how to integrate herbal preparations into their daily routines, including sourcing high-quality herbs, appropriate preparation methods, and dosage instructions. Emphasizing collaboration with healthcare professionals, the book underscores the need to complement herbal treatments with conventional therapies for Parkinson's disease. In addition to herbal remedies,Medicinal Plants in Parkinson's Therapy delves into complementary approaches like dietary adjustments, lifestyle modifications, and mind-body practices such as meditation and acupuncture. Highlighting medicinal plants like Mucuna pruriens, Withania somnifera, Tinospora cordifolia, Centella asiatica, and Bacopa monnieri, the book reveals their neuroprotective and antioxidant properties. These plants, rich in bioactive compounds such as Ursolic acid, Chlorogenic acid, and Berberine, have shown promising therapeutic activity in treating Parkinson's disease. - Offers a holistic perspective on managing Parkinson's disease by combining insights from traditional herbal medicine with contemporary research findings - Provides guidance on sourcing high-quality herbs, appropriate preparation methods, and dosage instructions - Explores complementary approaches such as dietary adjustments, lifestyle modifications, and mind-body practices like meditation and acupuncture
About the author
Dr. Sachchida Nand Rai is a Biochemistry Research Associate at Banaras Hindu University's Institute of Science. He obtained his MSc in Biochemistry from Purvanchal University, India, and his PhD in Biochemistry from Banaras Hindu University, India. Dr. Rai researches the anti-oxidative and anti-neuroinflammatory properties of phytochemicals for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. He is a lifetime member of the Indian Academy of Neuroscience.Dr. Payal Singh is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Banaras Hindu University's Department of Zoology. She obtained her MSc in Biochemistry from Purvanchal University, India, and her PhD in Zoology from Banaras Hindu University, India. Her research focuses on vital transcription factors in neurodegenerative diseases, as well as the applications of phytochemicals and the role of vitamins in these diseases.Ms. Falguni Goel is an Assistant Professor at MIET, Meerut, and a dedicated researcher in neuropharmacology and molecular biotechnology, specializing in neuropsychiatric disorders such as Huntington's, Parkinson's, Dementia, Autism, Anxiety, and Depression. She possesses hands-on expertise in animal models, including zebrafish, rats, and mice, and has advanced technical skills in surgical techniques, drug administration, histopathology, and behavioral analysis. Ms. Goel has made significant contributions to her field, evidenced by numerous publications in high-impact journals and several granted design and utility patents related to innovative research tools and AI applications. Her passion lies in exploring molecular mechanisms and identifying novel drug targets through phytochemical and AI-driven approaches. In addition to her research, she is committed to mentoring students and guiding projects that focus on AI applications in drug development and healthcare. Ms. Goel actively contributes to the scientific community through conferences, workshops, and book chapters, and has been recognized for her excellence in oral and poster presentations at both national and international conferences.
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