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The Constituents in Medicinal Plants: An introduction to the chemistry & therapeutics of herbal Medicine
This unique book explains in simple term the commonly occurring chemical constituents of medicinal plants. The major classes of plant constituents, such as phenols, terpenes and polysaccharides, are described both in terms of their chemical structures and their pharmacological activities. Identifyng specific chemical compounds provides insight into traditional and clinical uses of these herbs, as well as their potential for adverse reactions. In content list there 10 chapter. Chapter 1 is introduction to phytochemistry. Chapter 2 is phenols. Chapter 3 is polyphenols-tannis and flavanoids. Chapter 4 is glycosides. Chapter 5 is terpenes. Chapter 6 is triterpenoids and saponins. Chapter 7 is essential oils and resins. Chapter 8 is fixed oils and alkamides. Chapter 9 is polysaccharides. Chapter 10 is alkaloids
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