Exploring Herbal Synergies for Optimal Human Health

Exploring Herbal Synergies for Optimal Human Health offers a comprehensive examination of the combined effects of medicinal herbs and their potential to enhance human well-being. This book bridges traditional knowledge and modern scientific research, highlighting how herbal combinations can provide more effective, holistic approaches to health management.
Through a diverse collection of chapters contributed by leading experts, the book covers the mechanisms behind herbal synergies, their applications in preventing and managing various health conditions, and the integration of botanical therapies within contemporary healthcare. It also addresses challenges such as safety, standardization, and evidence-based validation.
A volume in the Exploring Medicinal Plants series, this title is ideal for researchers, healthcare practitioners, and students in pharmacology, herbal medicine, and integrative health, serving as both a scholarly resource and a practical guide. By synthesizing current findings, it encourages further exploration of natural synergies to optimize therapeutic outcomes and support sustainable health solutions.

List of contents

1.Introduction to Herbal Medicine and Synergies: Defining herbal medicine, the
concept of herbal synergies, and historical perspectives.
Shreya Das, Vagish Dwibedi, Nancy George, Arti Devi
2.Understanding Phytochemistry: In-depth exploration of the chemical compounds in
herbs and their biological activities.
Renjil Joshi, Deependra Soni, Nagendra Singh Chauhan, Ashish Baldi, Anshita Gupta
3.Herb-Human Interactions: How herbs interact with human physiology, including
absorption, metabolism, and excretion.
Kalpana Tilak, Namrata Gupta, Saroj Rani and Sumana Ganguly
4.Exploring the Therapeutic Synergy: Integrating Herbal Remedies with Physical Therapy for Holistic Health
Dr. Gurjant Singh, Dr. Priyanka Sindwani (PT), Dr. Saumya Kothiyal, Dr. Utcarshita Singh
(PT)
5.Managing stress and anxiety with herbs: analysis of herb pairs that alleviate stress and anxiety, enhancing mental health
Ramandeep Kaur, Amandeep Kaur, Ishdeep, Apurva Koul, Vagish Dwibedi
6.Detoxification and Herbal Cleanses: Herbal combinations that support the body &
detoxification processes
Subhashini Sivaji, Arpita Oriel, Lavanya Jayaraman, Swarnalingam Thangavelu, Ramasamy Vasantharekha, Barathi Seetharaman, Gaurav Mudgal
7.Digestive Health and Herbal Combinations: The role of herbs in aiding digestion and
gut health.
Shahparan Islam Shawon, Rashmia Nargis Reyda, and Nazmul Qais
8.Cardiovascular Health and Herbal Synergies: Investigating herbs that support the heart health and circulation when combined.
Priyanshikha Roy, Swaati Sharma, Riya Prasad, Drishti Kaushik
9.Anti-Inflammatory and Pain-Relieving Herbs: Combinations that reduce inflammation
and alleviate pain.
Aashaq Hussain Bhat, Kriti Handa
10.Herbal Approaches to Hormonal Balance: The synergistic effects of herbs on the
endocrine system.
Ramasamy Vasantharekha, Swarnalingam Thangavelu, Subhashini Shivaji, Lavanya
Jayaraman, Lalgi Hima, Seetharaman Barathi, Sanjoy K. Dhar, Jaspreet Kaur, Sonia Kumari Shishodiya, Gaurav Mudgal
11.Herbs for Physical Performance and Recovery: Herbal combinations enhancing
athletic performance and muscle recovery.
Acharya Balkrishna, Nidhi Sharma, Ankita Kukreti, Deepika Srivastava
12.Skin Health and Herbal Synergies: Beneficial herbs for various skin conditions and
overall skin health.
Charul Rathore, Jaya Prakash Das, Vishnu Sundaresan, Manoj Dalabehera
13.Personalizing Herbal Regimens: Creating and adjusting herbal blends according to
individual needs.
Simrandeep Kaur, Nishant Sharma, Lyudmila Asyakina, Victor Atuchin, Gaurav Mudgal
14.Herbal Synergies for Aging and Longevity: Exploring herbs that support healthy aging.
Ramandeep Kaur, Neha Thakur, Ishdeep, Vagish Dwibedi
15.Integrating Herbal Synergies into Pediatric Care: A Multifaceted Framework
Kavya Goyal, Jaspreet Kaur, Sanjoy K. Dhar, Lyudmila Asyakina, Sonia Shishodia, Victor Atuchin, Gaurav Mudgal
16. Artificial Intelligence and Herbal Synergy Discovery: Examining how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the discovery and understanding of herbal synergies, including predictive modelling and data analysis.
Ravjot Kaur, Ashish Baldi
17. Complex synergistic interactions of herbal medicine components in pharmacokinetics studies and biological networks
Gaurav Mudgal, Harshita Thakur, Simrandeep kaur, Abhijeet Singh, Nishant Joshi, Prosekov Alexander, Milentyeva Irina Sergeevna, Lyudmila Asyakina
18. Synergistic effects of multi-herbal and/or herb-drug combinations and their molecular mechanisms of action and clinical relevance
Subhashini Sivaji, Swarnalingam Thangavelu, Barathi Seetharaman, Lavanya Jayaraman, Jaspreet Kaur, Sanjoy Kumar Dhar, Gaurav Mudgal, Ramasamy Vasantharekha
19. Future Directions in Herbal Synergy Research: Emerging Trends and Prospective Areas
Lavanya Jayaraman, Lakshitha D, Subhashini Sivaji, Ramasamy Vasantharekha, Barathi
Seetharaman, Gaurav Mudgal

About the author

Dr. Arti Devi is a medicinal and natural product chemist with more than 10 years of experience in research, academia, and industry. Dr. Arti has completed her Masters and Mphill degree from Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. Dr. Arti received her doctorate from CHANDIGARH UNIVERSITY, PUNJAB, India. Presently she is working as Assistant Professor at Department of biotechnology, Faculty of biotechnology, CHANDIGARH University, Punjab, India. Formerly, she worked as an Assistant Professor Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, DDM College of Pharmacy, UNA, Himachal Pradesh, India. Dr. Arti has many publications to her credit, published research papers in highly reputed international journals, 2 book chapters and 1 Indian patent. Her area of research is extraction of Natural Product and their applications in age-related disorders. Her research areas involve extraction and isolation of plant bioactives in special targets to neurological disease, cancer, HIV, Covid-19, and infectious diseases. Her research is mainly focused on the analysis of combinatorial or synergistic effect of various plant bioactives on age-related disorders. Currently, she is working on nanoencapsulation of dual herbal plant bioactives.
Dr. Nancy George is an academician and researcher with more than 15 years of experience in the field of biotechnology. She received her doctoral degree in Microbiology from the Panjab University, Chandigarh, India. She is presently working as Associate Professor at Chandigarh University, Punjab, India and is involved in research work focussed mainly on environmental biotechnology and applied microbiology. She is a life member of numerous scientific/professional societies including American society for Microbiology (ASM), Association of Microbiologists of India (AMI). Dr. George has received a senior research fellowship from CSIR, India and has numerous publications in various high impact journals of international repute with total citations of more than 350. Her research work is directed towards agricultural waste management, waste valorization and development of value added products from waste. She is also interested in remediation of microplastics and other emerging contaminants from the environment. Her current research projects include synthesis of nanoparticles from agro-waste for applications in environment remediation and degradation of emerging pollutants in aquatic environments.
Dr. Zaved Ahmed Khan is a distinguished researcher and author with expertise in diverse fields, including Natural products, cancer biology, nanotechnology, and neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Zaved Ahmed Khan is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse academic background, holding a PhD in Biotechnology from VIT University, Vellore, Tamil Nadu and an MA in Clinical Psychology. . Dr. Zaved has received a senior research fellowship from CSIR and GATE qualified. His research expertise spans neuroscience, nanotechnology, oncology, and psychology. Dr. Khan has held significant leadership roles, including Dean and Head of the Department, at institutions such as Chandigarh University and VIT University. His teaching interests encompass neurosciences, behavioral sciences, cognitive sciences, genetic engineering, and cell biology, with a focus on bridging biology for engineers. He has earned numerous certifications in areas such as neuroeconomics, consumer neuroscience, and positive psychology. Dr. Khan's extensive research contributions include projects funded by organizations like the National Tea Research Foundation and the British Council. His commitment to both basic and applied research is evident in projects ranging from cancer therapy to investigating language learning strategies. Overall, Dr. Khan has multidisciplinary expertise, leadership in academia, and significant contributions to research.
He has co-authored several impactful books and book chapters, contributing significantly to the understanding of topics such as human papillomavirus, breast cancer, and the impact of nanoparticles in elderly populations. Dr. Khan has presented his research findings at various international conferences, showcasing his work on neuroprotective properties of natural compounds and the development of innovative nanomedicine formulations. His extensive list of journal articles reflects a broad spectrum of research interests, covering areas like the antioxidant potential of botanical combinations and the modulation of skin-aging-related enzymes. Dr. Zaved Khan's work demonstrates a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and exploring applications of emerging technologies in healthcare.
Dr. Vagish Dwibedi did his B.Sc from Lucknow University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and Ph.D. from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, India. Dr. Dwibedi is an academician and researcher with more than 8 years of experience in biotech research and development. He has carried out research projects and consultancy work in the areas of plant-microbe interaction/ bioassay-guided drug-discovery and development, food security/sustainable agriculture and waste water treatment. Presently he is working as Assistant Professor at University Institute of Biotechnology , Chandigarh University, Gharuan Mohali, Punjab. Formerly, he was worked as Research Scientist at Agpharm Bioinnovations LLP incubated at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, India. He was also Winner in Down select competition- DST- Lockheed Martin- Tata Trust _IIGP 2.0 (2k18) (India Innovation Growth Programme 2.0) Innovation ID: IIGPUIBSUNB (The award carries financial support up to 11 Lac INR.). Dr. Dwibedi work is directed towards the development of screening platforms for different biological activities such as anti-microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-cancer, or finding novel molecules that interfere in the mechanism of development of diseases such as Alzheimer Dementia (AD), Parkinson disease (PD), Obesity, Anti-gout (arthritis) and type 2 diabetes. He is also interested in food security, which predominantly involves the exploitation of plant-microbe interaction to combat abiotic stress and post-harvest preservation to enhance the shelf life of fresh crop/horticulture produces. He has published more than 15 research papers in various national and international journals and published 1 Indian patent.

Product details

• Authors: Arti George Devi
• Assisted by: Arti Devi (Editor), Vagish Dwibedi (Editor), George Nancy (Editor), Zaved Ahmed Khan (Editor)
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 18.02.2026
• EAN: 9781032870793
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3287079-3
• No. of pages: 464
• Series: Exploring Medicinal Plants
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > General; Medical research, SCIENCE / Life Sciences / General, chemistry, Pharmacology, complementary medicine, Botany & plant sciences, Agricultural science, Pharmaceutical technology, Commercial horticulture, Horticulture, Botany and plant sciences, Pharmaceutical chemistry and technology