PHYLLANTHUS EMBLICA LINN: A PHYTOCONSTITUENT AND PHARMACOLOGICALLY IMPORTANT PLANT REVIEW
SANKET DIGAMBAR SONAWANE DIGAMBAR SONAWANE
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Abstract
In addition to being a superb source of natural medicine, plants have contributed significantly to human progress from ancient times. The gift of nature to humanity is medicinal herbs, which promote a long, healthy life free from illness. Emblica officinalis (Euphorbiaceae family), commonly referred to as amla or Indian gooseberry, is a significant and extensively utilized herbal plant. The fruits in particular offer a variety of pharmacological advantages, even if the entire plant is used for medicinal purposes. They are used as a tonic and pharmaceutical to restore lost energy and stamina. Amla is rich in nutrients and a wonderful source of minerals, amino acids, vitamin C, and other micronutrients. In traditional medicine, the fruits are used to treat inflammation, jaundice, and diarrhea. Ascorbic acids, tannins, flavonoids, saponins, terpenoids, and several other bioactive substances have been demonstrated to possess pharmacological properties such as antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and anticancer effects. The majority of this article discusses the pharmacological qualities, traditional applications, geographic distribution, commercialization, and therapeutic qualities of this highly prized medicinal plant.
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