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Bhringraj – As An Immune Booster: A Review
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The application of immune drugs that stimulate, especially those made from medicinal herbs such as bhringaraj (Eclipta alba), has drawn a lot of interest due to its ability to fortify the immune system. Bhringaraj, sometimes referred to as mahabhingraj or bhringraja in India, has a long history of use as an immune system booster, especially in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for patients suffering from diseases like AIDS and cancer. However, along with their growing popularity have come questions about the toxicity and safety of natural herbs and immune boosters. High dosages of phytochemicals found in bhringaraj, such as alkaloids, have been linked to cytotoxic effects. Bhringaraj's immune-stimulating cytotoxicity and secretory potentials have been assessed in order to gain a deeper understanding of its immune-enhancing abilities. Herbal immune boosters are becoming more and more popular, as seen by the use of preparations including bhringaraj and other native plants as immunological enhancers in places like the South African province of Vaal. To determine the effectiveness and safety of bhringaraj and related herbal treatments in boosting immune function and treating symptoms of immunological insufficiency, more research is required.
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