A Review of Recent Studies on the Antioxidant and Anti-Infectious Properties of Senna Plants.

ABSTRACT: The use of phytochemicals is gaining interest for the treatment of metabolic syndromes over the synthetic formulation of drugs. Senna is evolving as one of the important plants which have been vastly studied for its beneficial effects. Various parts of Senna species including the root, stem, leaves, and flower are found rich in numerous phytochemicals. In vitro, in vivo, and clinical experiments established that extracts from Senna plants have diverse beneficial effects by acting as a strong antioxidant and antimicrobial agent. In this review, Senna genus is comprehensively discussed in terms of its botanical characteristics, traditional use, geographic presence, and phytochemical profile. The bioactive compound richness contributes to the biologic

SUBMITTER: Alshehri MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8837466 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature