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Chemical Analysis of Traditional Indian Spices: Identification of Bioactive Compounds with Medicinal Properties

Author(s) Dr. Sanjay kumar Shriwas
Country India
Abstract Traditional Indian spices have been used for centuries, not only as flavoring agents but also for their medicinal properties. This study aims to chemically analyze selected spices, including turmeric, black pepper, garlic, and ginger, to identify the bioactive compounds responsible for their health benefits. Advanced techniques like Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and spectrometric methods were employed to isolate and identify key compounds. Bioactive molecules such as curcumin in turmeric, piperine in black pepper, allicin in garlic, and gingerol in ginger were detected and quantified.
These compounds were further evaluated for their antioxidant and antimicrobial properties using in vitro assays. The results indicated that these spices exhibit significant medicinal potential, with strong antioxidant activity observed in curcumin and antimicrobial efficacy demonstrated by piperine and allicin. The study also found that these compounds have properties that could be used in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications, offering potential benefits in treating inflammation, infections, and oxidative stress-related disorders.
While the research highlights the medicinal value of Indian spices, limitations such as regional variability in spice composition and the need for further clinical validation were acknowledged. Future studies should focus on long-term clinical trials and exploring the full therapeutic potential of these bioactive compounds. This study adds to the growing body of evidence supporting the use of traditional Indian spices in modern medicine and encourages further exploration of their bioactive components.
Keywords Bioactive Compounds, Indian Spices, Curcumin, Antioxidant Activity, Antimicrobial Potency
Published In Volume 3, Issue 4, July-August 2021
Published On 2021-08-10
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