Phytochemical Profiling and Bioactivity Evaluation of Selected Medicinal Plants
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.62896/ijnpam.v1.i2.02Keywords:
Phytochemical Profiling, Bioactivity, Medicinal Plants, Secondary Metabolites, Antioxidant Activity, Antimicrobial, Enzyme Inhibition, Traditional Medicine. This is an Open Access article that uses a funding model which does not charge readers or theAbstract
Medicinal plants represent a vast, untapped reservoir of novel bioactive compounds with potential applications in pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic industries. This manuscript details the comprehensive phytochemical profiling and subsequent bioactivity evaluation of a selection of medicinal plants historically used in traditional medicine systems. The study employs modern analytical techniques, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to characterize the diverse secondary metabolites present, focusing on key classes such as alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, and polyphenols. Bioactivity evaluation encompasses assays designed to assess crucial pharmacological properties, including antioxidant capacity, antimicrobial efficacy, and enzyme inhibition (e.g., anti-inflammatory). Findings demonstrate a direct correlation between the abundance of specific phytochemicals (e.g., high phenolic content) and potent bioactivities. This research validates the traditional uses of these plants and provides a scientific foundation for the development of standardized, evidence-based phytomedicines, underscoring the vital link between chemical diversity and therapeutic potential.
