Healing Botanicals

Healing Botanicals: From Tradition to Therapeutics explores the connection between traditional herbal wisdom and modern medical science, examining herbaceuticals―plant-derived compounds with therapeutic potential―through the lens of clinical evidence, pharmacology, and global healthcare practices. Organized into five parts, the book begins by tracing the evolution of herbal medicine and delving into the phytochemical and pharmacological foundations of healing botanicals. Subsequent sections focus on botanicals for stress, immunity, digestion, chronic pain, mental health, and cardiovascular support, highlighting their applications in disease management.

Special emphasis is placed on the integration of adaptogens, immune-boosting herbs, and neuroprotective botanicals in contemporary therapeutic strategies. In addition to therapeutic uses, the book addresses critical concerns such as safety, clinical validation, regulatory frameworks, and quality control. It concludes by forecasting the future of herbal medicine, exploring innovations, global trends, and the potential of plant-based therapies in preventive and personalized healthcare.

• Presents scientific validation of herbal medicine
• Integrates traditional knowledge with modern science
• Includes applications in health and disease management

Dr. Awanish Kumar is an Associate Professor of the Department of Biotechnology at the National Institute of Technology, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India. He has more than 13 years of research experience. He received his PhD in molecular parasitology from the CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India, and Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi, India, and completed his postdoctoral studies at McGill University, Montreal, Canada. His research interests are infection biology, drug targeting, and drug discovery.

Dr. CH K V L S N Anjana Male working as Dean and Professor working at ITM School of pharmacy, ITM University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India having 18+ years of experience in teaching and research using natural products. She has received numerous awards, including the K.K. Acharyajee Memorial Award in 2002, Arsvil gold Medal, Stood All India 1st Ranker in Diploma in Pharmacy in 2002. She has done her U.G in JSS college of pharmacy Mysuru. She has completed her post-graduation and Doctoral studies from Andhra University. She has also received the Best Teacher Award three times in her career. She has published 153 publications in National and international journals and has received 8 patent grants. She has received grants from various funding agencies like DST-SERB, CICS, AICTE. She has guided many scholars in PG , Ph.D in pharmacy.

Dr. Kanaka Durga Devi Nelluri obtained her M.Pharmacy from Andhra University, and Ph.D. from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad. Her primary research interests include medical and nanobiotechnology, bioinformatics, drug delivery systems, immunology, and vaccine design. She has over 27 years of teaching and research experience. Dr. Nelluri has published 113 research articles, contributed to multiple book chapters, and presented numerous scientific papers at national and international conferences. Dr. Nelluri has been honored for her contributions to academia and research in national and international conferences. She has guided several students in their research projects. Additionally, she serves as a reviewer for reputed journals and is actively involved in professional research societies.

Dr. Grandhi Surendra has 18 years of teaching experience, 25 national and International publications, and Received five patent grants. He is also an Entrepreneur in the Herbal industry. Dr. Surendra has received many awards and is dedicated and committed to the pharmacy profession. He is a life member of the APTI and APP bodies. His research in phytochemistry has led to the development of skin and hair care formulations, which are now available in the market through the start-up "Sri Products." He is a member of numerous worldwide professional research societies and serves as a reviewer / editorial board member for esteemed and peer-reviewed journals. He has mentored numerous B.Pharm, M.Pharm, and Ph.D. research scholars during his career.

Dr. G.L. Viswanatha has 18+ years’ experience in pharmacology, toxicology, and statistical analysis. He holds a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences from JNT University, Anantapur, focusing on evaluating indigenous medicinal plants for stroke and epilepsy. Dr. Viswanatha also has a master’s degree in Statistics and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology and a European Registered Toxicologist, highlighting his expertise in both toxicology and biostatistics. He’s authored 90+ international publications, presented at 30+ international and national conferences, delivered 10 guest lectures, and served as a resource at many conferences, symposia, and workshops. Dr. Viswanatha’s a dedicated member of several professional organizations, including Lifetime Member of the Indian Pharmacological Society, Asian Council for Science Editors, Karnataka Pharmacy Council, and the Neurotoxicity Society. He actively reviews manuscripts for over 35 high-impact journals in pharmacology, toxicology, and phytomedicine, published by leading publishers such as Elsevier, Springer, Wiley, SAGE, and Taylor & Francis.