Garlic clove applied as vaginal suppository – A case report

Lamiaceae in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases

“…The World Health Organization (WHO) suggests that plants belonging to Lamiaceae family, ( 134) characterized by a long history of use and having therapeutic effects, should also be evaluated for new activities and properties that could be useful in treatment and prevention of different diseases (134). Plants from this family are well known for their antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, anticancer (135), and antiviral properties (134). Their exploitation in therapy may be due to the presence of a wide range of bioactive compounds, such as antioxidants and especially, polyphenols (27).…”

“…Their exploitation in therapy may be due to the presence of a wide range of bioactive compounds, such as antioxidants and especially, polyphenols (27). According to Bekut et al,(134), the antiviral effects of Lamiaceae plants have mainly been shown in vitro; however, some effects also have been observed in some trials in healthy volunteers, or inpatients. The EOs, extracts, or other parts of Lamiaceae plants have been tested also against CVDs such as hypertension, which is one of the major health concerns in various parts of the world.…”