Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
The Chemistry inside Spices & Herbs: Research and Development, P.K. Chaurasia,S.L. Bharati,N.K. Gour, Editör, Bentham Science, Singapore, ss.191-314, 2026
Human health is a fundamental priority of scientific research, and medicinal plants continue to play a vital role in the discovery and development of novel therapeutic agents. Curcuma longa L. (turmeric), belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, is widely recognised as an important spice, functional food ingredient, nutraceutical, and a valuable source of bioactive compounds. So far, more than 17,000 publications and several patents have been reported, and its global market share has reached USD 3 billion with a CAGR of 18%. This chapter covers over 360 natural products reported from various extracts and essential oils of C. longa. This chapter describes their chemical structures, traditional uses, and reported nutraceutical and pharmacological properties. Furthermore, the chapter summarises recent advances in the chemical synthesis of curcumin and its analogs. By detailing the phytochemistry, pharmacology, and synthetic strategies of C. longa compounds, this chapter provides valuable insights to guide the development of novel molecular therapeutics and nutraceutical applications.