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  • Article
  • Open Access
11 Citations
8,909 Views
8 Pages

Antioxidant Properties of Thai Traditional Herbal Teas

  • Pratchaya Tipduangta,
  • Jakaphun Julsrigival,
  • Kritsaya Chaithatwatthana,
  • Nusrin Pongterdsak,
  • Pramote Tipduangta and
  • Sunee Chansakaow

Recipes for Thai traditional herbal teas have been formulated based on Thai traditional medicine, which tries to achieve a balance of the body’s elements (fire, water, wind and earth) in each season. This study aims to assess the benefits of Th...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
3,525 Views
19 Pages

Anti-Hyperglycemic Effects of Thai Herbal Medicines

  • Athit Bunyakitcharoen,
  • Weerakit Taychaworaditsakul,
  • Seewaboon Sireeratawong and
  • Sunee Chansakaow

13 October 2024

This study aims to investigate selected medicinal plants’ anti-oxidative and antihyperglycemic activities to develop an effective remedy for lowering blood glucose levels and/or reducing diabetes complications. Thai medicinal plants, reported t...

  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
5,471 Views
18 Pages

A Thai Traditional Triple-Fruit Formulation “Phikud Tri-Phon” May Provide Fat Loss and Nutritional Benefits

  • Ngamrayu Ngamdokmai,
  • Kornkanok Ingkaninan,
  • C. Norman Scholfield,
  • Kamonlak Insumrong,
  • Nitra Neungchamnong,
  • Genet Minale and
  • Sakan Warinhomhoun

2 October 2022

Obesity and overweight have serious health outcomes. “Phikud Tri-Phon” (PTP) is a traditional Thai medicine comprising three dried fruits from Aegle marmelos L., Morinda citrifolia L., and Coriandrum sativum L. Whether this medicine impac...

  • Article
  • Open Access
6 Citations
3,752 Views
14 Pages

Tri-Yannarose is a Thai traditional herbal medicine formula composed of Areca catechu, Azadirachta indica, and Tinospora crispa. It possesses antipyretic, diuretic, expectorant, and appetite-stimulating effects. This study aimed to evaluate the antio...

  • Article
  • Open Access
16 Citations
6,814 Views
23 Pages

High Diversity of Medicinal Uses of Thai Legumes (Fabaceae) and Their Potential in Public Herbal Medicine

  • Natcha Sutjaritjai,
  • Prateep Panyadee,
  • Methee Phumthum,
  • Angkhana Inta and
  • Henrik Balslev

23 July 2022

Ethnomedicinal studies have demonstrated that Fabaceae include the highest number of medicinal species of all plant families in Thailand. To evaluate which legumes hold the greatest potential for development of public herbal medicines, we used ethnob...

  • Review
  • Open Access
15 Citations
9,314 Views
28 Pages

Drug-Herb Interactions among Thai Herbs and Anticancer Drugs: A Scoping Review

  • Apisada Jiso,
  • Phisit Khemawoot,
  • Pinnakarn Techapichetvanich,
  • Sutinee Soopairin,
  • Kittiphong Phoemsap,
  • Panrawee Damrongsakul,
  • Supakit Wongwiwatthananukit and
  • Pornpun Vivithanaporn

26 January 2022

More than half of Thai patients with cancer take herbal preparations while receiving anticancer therapy. There is no systematic or scoping review on interactions between anticancer drugs and Thai herbs, although several research articles have that Th...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,734 Views
16 Pages

AppHerb: Language Model for Recommending Traditional Thai Medicine

  • Thanawat Piyasawetkul,
  • Suppachai Tiyaworanant and
  • Tarapong Srisongkram

29 July 2025

Trust in Traditional Thai Medicine (TTM) among Thai people has been reduced due to a lack of objective standards and the susceptibility of the general population to false information. The emergence of generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) has s...

  • Article
  • Open Access
21 Citations
9,422 Views
9 Pages

In Vitro Antimicrobial Activity of Gel Containing the Herbal Ball Extract against Propionibacterium acnes

  • Chutima Jantarat,
  • Pornpak Sirathanarun,
  • Tatsanee Chuchue,
  • Atthaphon Konpian,
  • Gorawit Sukkua and
  • Prutthicha Wongprasert

28 February 2018

The herbal ball has been used as a Thai traditional medicine for relieving many diseases including acne. However, the application process of the herbal ball in practice is complicated and time consuming. The objective of this work was to utilize an h...

  • Article
  • Open Access
74 Citations
11,090 Views
25 Pages

10 May 2011

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by rapid proliferation of keratinocytes and incomplete keratinization. Discovery of safer and more effective anti-psoriatic drugs remains an area of active research at the present time....

  • Feature Paper
  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
4,671 Views
20 Pages

Specification and DNA Barcoding of Thai Traditional Remedy for Chronic Kidney Disease: Pikad Tri-phol-sa-mut-than

  • Suwimol Thariwong,
  • Aekkhaluck Intharuksa,
  • Panee Sirisa-ard,
  • Wannaree Charoensup and
  • Sunee Chansakaow

26 September 2021

The Pikad Tri-phol-sa-mut-than (TS) remedy, a Thai traditional medicine, is officially recorded in Tamra Paetsart Sonkrau Chabub Anurak for its capabilities in treating kidney deficiency. TS remedy is composed of three fruit species—Aegle marmelos (L...

  • Review
  • Open Access
4 Citations
7,883 Views
12 Pages

The Zingiber montanum herbal compress remedy is a type of herbal medicine that can be used as an alternative treatment for improving pain symptoms. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of a Z. montanum herbal compress remedy for pain re...

  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
2,929 Views
16 Pages

Anti-Human Immunodeficiency Virus-1 Property of Thai Herbal Extract Kerra™

  • Siriwan Saehlee,
  • Supaphorn Seetaha,
  • Wiwat Klankaew,
  • Pussadee Srathong,
  • Kiattawee Choowongkomon and
  • Khuanjarat Choengpanya

Kerra™, a Thai traditional herbal medicine derived from the “Tak-Ka-Si-La Scripture” and composed of nine medicinal plants, has demonstrated potential antiviral properties against HIV. This study investigated the inhibitory effects...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,417 Views
22 Pages

8 January 2025

The Pet-Sang-Kard mixed herbal remedy (PSKMHR) is a traditional Thai medicinal formulation used as an herbal supplement for the treatment of hemorrhoids. This remedy consists of four specific herbal ingredients in the following proportions: 50 parts...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2,590 Views
16 Pages

Safety Evaluation for Acute and Chronic Oral Toxicity of Maha Pigut Triphala Contains Three Medicinal Fruits in Sprague-Dawley Rats

  • Supaporn Intatham,
  • Weerakit Taychaworaditsakul,
  • Parirat Khonsung,
  • Sunee Chansakaow,
  • Kanjana Jaijoy,
  • Nirush Lertprasertsuke,
  • Noppamas Soonthornchareonnon and
  • Seewaboon Sireeratawong

2 December 2024

Maha Pigut Triphala is the herbal mixture of three fruits consisting of T. bellirica, T. chebula, and E. officinalis also known as P. emblica. Humans regularly eat the fresh fruits of these plants on a daily basis. Maha Pigut Triphala is one of the w...

  • Article
  • Open Access
14 Citations
4,654 Views
28 Pages

Anti-Inflammatory Activities of Yataprasen Thai Traditional Formulary and Its Active Compounds, Beta-Amyrin and Stigmasterol, in RAW264.7 and THP-1 Cells

  • Jaenjira Angsusing,
  • Sudarshan Singh,
  • Weerasak Samee,
  • Sarin Tadtong,
  • Leanne Stokes,
  • Maria O’Connell,
  • Hanna Bielecka,
  • Nopparut Toolmal,
  • Supachoke Mangmool and
  • Chuda Chittasupho

1 August 2024

Yataprasen (YTPS) remedy formulary, a national Thai traditional medicine formulary, comprises 13 herbal plants. It has been extensively prescribed to relieve osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal pain in the Thai traditional medicine healthcare system....

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,630 Views
20 Pages

Suk-SaiYasna Remedy, a Traditional Thai Medicine, Mitigates Stress-Induced Cognitive Impairment via Keap1-Nrf2 Pathway

  • Wuttipong Masraksa,
  • Supawadee Daodee,
  • Orawan Monthakantirat,
  • Chantana Boonyarat,
  • Charinya Khamphukdee,
  • Pakakrong Kwankhao,
  • Abdulwaris Mading,
  • Poowanarth Muenhong,
  • Juthamart Maneenet and
  • Suresh Awale
  • + 2 authors

Suk-SaiYasna (SSY) is a well-documented traditional Thai herbal formula in the Royal Scripture of King Narai’s Traditional Medicine. SSY contains Cannabis sativa leaves as a key ingredient and has traditionally been used to promote sleep, allev...

  • Feature Paper
  • Article
  • Open Access
27 Citations
6,573 Views
16 Pages

Kleeb Bua Daeng, a Thai Traditional Herbal Formula, Ameliorated Unpredictable Chronic Mild Stress-Induced Cognitive Impairment in ICR Mice

  • Juthamart Maneenet,
  • Supawadee Daodee,
  • Orawan Monthakantirat,
  • Chantana Boonyarat,
  • Charinya Khamphukdee,
  • Pakakrong Kwankhao,
  • Supaporn Pitiporn,
  • Suresh Awale,
  • Yaowared Chulikhit and
  • Anake Kijjoa

14 December 2019

Thai traditional herbal formula ‘’Kleeb Bua Daeng (KBD)’’consists of a 1:1:1 ratio (dry weight) of three medicinal plants: Piper nigrum fruit, the aerial part of Centella asiatica and the petals of Nelumbo nucifera. Oral admin...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
2,157 Views
17 Pages

26 February 2025

Currently, nutraceuticals and functional food/cosmeceutical sectors are seeking natural molecules to develop various types of phytopharmaceutical products. Flavonoids have been reported in antioxidant and many medical/pharmacological activities. Mono...

  • Review
  • Open Access
5 Citations
5,803 Views
16 Pages

Functionality and Health-Promoting Properties of Polysaccharide and Plant-Derived Substances from Mesona chinensis

  • Romson Seah,
  • Sunisa Siripongvutikorn,
  • Santad Wichienchot and
  • Worapong Usawakesmanee

8 April 2024

Mesona chinensis, in Thai called Chao Kuay and in Chinese Hsian-tsao, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. This herbal plant grows widely in Southern China, Taiwan (China), Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. The Mesona plant is...

  • Article
  • Open Access
33 Citations
6,724 Views
14 Pages

Effect of Ethanolic Caesalpinia sappan Fraction on In Vitro Antiviral Activity against Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus

  • Chaiwat Arjin,
  • Surat Hongsibsong,
  • Kidsadagon Pringproa,
  • Mintra Seel-audom,
  • Warintorn Ruksiriwanich,
  • Kunrunya Sutan,
  • Sarana Rose Sommano and
  • Korawan Sringarm

Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) is a major epidemic in pig production, leading to economic losses in the pig industry worldwide. The use of medicinal plants with antiviral properties might be useful help to prevent and con...

  • Feature Paper
  • Article
  • Open Access
43 Citations
9,904 Views
14 Pages

Phytochemical Constitution, Anti-Inflammation, Anti-Androgen, and Hair Growth-Promoting Potential of Shallot (Allium ascalonicum L.) Extract

  • Warintorn Ruksiriwanich,
  • Chiranan Khantham,
  • Anurak Muangsanguan,
  • Chuda Chittasupho,
  • Pornchai Rachtanapun,
  • Kittisak Jantanasakulwong,
  • Yuthana Phimolsiripol,
  • Sarana Rose Sommano,
  • Korawan Sringarm and
  • Emilia Ferrer
  • + 1 author

2 June 2022

In Thai folklore wisdom, shallot (Allium ascalonicum L.) was applied as a traditional herbal medicine for hair growth promotion with no scientific evidence. Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a progressive hair loss caused by multiple factors, including...

  • Communication
  • Open Access
30 Citations
5,955 Views
14 Pages

A Critical Cross-Species Comparison of Pollen from Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. vs. Nymphaea lotus L. for Authentication of Thai Medicinal Herbal Tea

  • Duangjai Tungmunnithum,
  • Sullivan Renouard,
  • Samantha Drouet,
  • Jean-Philippe Blondeau and
  • Christophe Hano

21 July 2020

“Bau Luang” or Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. is an aquatic medicinal herb that has been used as a component of traditional medicines, medicinal products, and herbal tea for good health, particularly in Asia. The stamen of N. nucifera is an imp...

  • Review
  • Open Access
29 Citations
10,281 Views
18 Pages

Rhinacanthus nasutus “Tea” Infusions and the Medicinal Benefits of the Constituent Phytochemicals

  • James Michael Brimson,
  • Mani Iyer Prasanth,
  • Dicson Sheeja Malar,
  • Sirikalaya Brimson and
  • Tewin Tencomnao

9 December 2020

Rhinacanthus nasutus (L.) Kurz (Acanthaceae) (Rn) is an herbaceous shrub native to Thailand and much of South and Southeast Asia. It has several synonyms and local or common names. The root of Rn is used in Thai traditional medicine to treat snake bi...

  • Article
  • Open Access
31 Citations
13,915 Views
14 Pages

Guava (Psidium guajava L.) Leaf Extract as Bioactive Substances for Anti-Androgen and Antioxidant Activities

  • Warintorn Ruksiriwanich,
  • Chiranan Khantham,
  • Anurak Muangsanguan,
  • Yuthana Phimolsiripol,
  • Francisco J. Barba,
  • Korawan Sringarm,
  • Pornchai Rachtanapun,
  • Kittisak Jantanasakulwong,
  • Pensak Jantrawut and
  • Chuda Chittasupho
  • + 3 authors

14 December 2022

Leaves of guava (Psidium guajava L.) have been used in Thai folk medicine without any supporting evidence as a traditional herbal remedy for hair loss. Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is chronic hair loss caused by effects of androgens in those with a ge...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
4,184 Views
17 Pages

In Silico Target Identification of Galangin, as an Herbal Flavonoid against Cholangiocarcinoma

  • Brinda Balasubramanian,
  • Simran Venkatraman,
  • Kyaw Zwar Myint,
  • Sucheewin Krobthong,
  • Patompon Wongtrakoongate,
  • Jittiyawadee Sripa,
  • Panthip Rattanasinganchan,
  • Pornphimon Metheenukul and
  • Rutaiwan Tohtong

21 July 2022

Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) is a heterogenous group of malignancies in the bile duct, which proliferates aggressively. CCA is highly prevalent in Northeastern Thailand wherein it is associated with liver fluke infection, or Opisthorchis viverrini (OV)....

  • Article
  • Open Access
9 Citations
6,589 Views
13 Pages

Glucose Tolerance Test and Pharmacokinetic Study of Kaempferia parviflora Extract in Healthy Subjects

  • Bungorn Sripanidkulchai,
  • Catheleeya Mekjaruskul,
  • Rosawan Areemit,
  • Areewan Cheawchanwattana and
  • Jiraporn Sithithaworn

25 May 2019

Kaempferia parviflora Wall. ex Baker (KP), Krachaidam in Thai or Thai ginseng, is a herbal medicine that has many potential pharmacological effects. The effect of KP extract on blood glucose level in rodent was reported. This study focused on the ora...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,345 Views
15 Pages

31 January 2025

Background and Aims: According to a recent study on the immunomodulatory activity of Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC. (AL) in healthy Thai subjects, AL significantly inhibited the production of key pro-inflammatory cytokines while stimulating the pro...

  • Article
  • Open Access
8 Citations
5,634 Views
17 Pages

Merging the Multi-Target Effects of Kleeb Bua Daeng, a Thai Traditional Herbal Formula in Unpredictable Chronic Mild Stress-Induced Depression

  • Juthamart Maneenet,
  • Orawan Monthakantirat,
  • Supawadee Daodee,
  • Chantana Boonyarat,
  • Yutthana Chotritthirong,
  • Pakakrong Kwankhao,
  • Supaporn Pitiporn,
  • Suresh Awale and
  • Yaowared Chulikhit

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a common and debilitating psychiatric disease characterized by persistent low mood, lack of energy, hypoactivity, anhedonia, decreased libido, and impaired cognitive and social functions. However, the multifactorial...