Contemporary Folk Medicines of India to Combat Human and Veterinary Diseases and Conditions
by Vinay Kumar Singh, Shweta
August 2012
Ethno-medicines have gained new dimensions in the present days through phyto-chemical research in India and abroad. Information on medicinal plants and folk drugs recorded during fieldwork is now being subjected to investigation in the search for new biodynamic compounds of therapeutic value. The curative properties of plants acquired by trial and error over centuries in “Human Laboratories” of tribals hold high esteem all over the globe.
Contemporary Folk Medicines of India to Combat Human and Veterinary Diseases and Conditions explores the rich traditions of Indian folk medicine and their applications in both human and veterinary health. This comprehensive resource examines ethnomedicinal practices, herbal remedies, and indigenous knowledge systems that continue to influence modern complementary medicine.
The book documents plant-based therapies, preparation techniques, and traditional treatment approaches used to manage infectious diseases, inflammatory conditions, metabolic disorders, and parasitic infestations in animals and humans. It also discusses scientific validation, pharmacological properties, and the integration of traditional remedies with contemporary healthcare systems.
By bridging ethnobotany, veterinary science, and public health, this title provides valuable insights into sustainable, community-based healthcare practices rooted in cultural heritage.
