A Pharmacological Explore on Traditional Medicine: Phytochemicals and Therapeutic Effect of Tamarindus Indica Linn

Nowadays people are fascinated by the oldest remedies and trying to cure themselves naturally without havingany side effects. These herbs and crude drugs are full of phytochemicals that give therapeutic effects. These herbaldrugs are widely used to treat various diseases. According to the botanical survey of India, about 8000 plus+ species of medicinal herbs. India has a rich history of the traditional healing system. Globally, India and China lead the herb market. Herbal formulations have therapeutic effects for several diseases. These herbal formulations have a great impact on our system and are safe to use. These herbs have medicinal properties with the least side effect. Tamarindus Indica Linn ordinarily known as Tamarind. This tree comes in the category of legumes. The tree has elongated fruit that has seeds inside it. The fruit is sour in taste. The fruit and seeds are widely used. It has therapeutic value and is beneficial for health. It is rich in minerals and vitamins. Leaves and flowers are also used. Tamarind is traditionally used and various phytochemicals are present in it. Tamarind is commercially used inthe production of candies, also stored for future use. It is also used to enhance the taste and flavor. In tamarind, various phytochemicals are present like tartaric acid, vitamin C, and tannins. Tamarind has multiple uses; it is cultivated around the world in tropical and subtropical regions with medium-growth tree heights up to 80 feet green leaves are organized side by side alternately. Fruits are elongated and have seeds. The plant has nutritious and therapeutic value.