BIOLOGICALLY ACTIVE SUBSTANCES OF MEDICINAL PLANTS AND THEIR BENEFITS
Keywords:
medicinal plants, alkaloids, essential oils, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic, natural remedies, phytochemicals, plant-based medicine, herbal medicineAbstract
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the biologically active substances found in medicinal plants and their potential health benefits. Medicinal plants have been used for centuries in various cultures to treat a wide range of ailments due to their rich content of bioactive compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, terpenoids, phenolic acids, and essential oils. These substances exhibit a variety of therapeutic effects including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, analgesic, and anticancer properties. The article also explores the role of these compounds in modern medicine, highlighting their potential applications in pharmaceutical products, supplements, and natural therapies. The use of medicinal plants as natural and effective remedies is discussed, emphasizing the importance of further research to validate their efficacy and safety.
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