The Science of Herbal Antivirals: Emerging Trends in Natural Viral Defense Mechanisms

In this ground-breaking investigation into the field of herbal medicine and its potential to treat viral infections, "The Science of Herbal Antivirals: Emerging Trends in Natural Viral Defense Mechanisms" is published. This extensive book illuminates the wide range of plant-derived compounds with antiviral qualities by taking readers on a journey across the nexus of contemporary scientific research and traditional herbal knowledge.

This book provides an in-depth exploration of the mechanisms of action, clinical applications, and future possibilities of herbal antivirals, drawing on centuries of traditional knowledge as well as current advances in pharmacology, virology, and immunology. Every chapter is carefully designed to give readers a comprehensive grasp of how herbal medicine can support the body's defenses against viral invaders.

Readers are guided through the basic concepts that underpin viral infections, from the fundamentals of virology to the complex molecular mechanisms controlling viral replication and host immune responses. Using this lens, they can better understand how herbal antivirals affect these processes and potentially open up new therapeutic intervention options.

The book also explores the bioactive substances present in medicinal herbs, elucidating their molecular makeup, modes of action, and possible synergistic effects in combination treatments. Readers are exposed to a varied pharmacopeia of herbal antivirals, ranging from well-known botanicals like echinacea and elderberry to lesser-known species like Andrographis paniculata and Astragalus membranaceus, with an emphasis on cutting-edge research and new trends.

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Ljudbok: 1 juni 2024