Development of Immunity by Extract of Medicinal Plant Ocimum sanctum on Common Carp Cyprinus carpio (L.)

Pavaraj, M.; Balasubram, V.; Baskaran, Saradha; Ramasamy, P.

doi:10.3923/rji.2011.12.18

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“…In previous studies, antibody production was elevated by administration of products of medicinal plants like Ocimum sanctum (Pavaraj et al 2011;Logambal et al 2000); Euphorbia hirta (Pratheepa & Sukumaran 2011); Achyranthes aspera (Chakrabarti et al 2014) etc. and compounds like β-glucan and LPS (Selvaraj et al 2006).…”

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Polysaccharides from marine macroalga, Padina gymnospora improve the nonspecific and specific immune responses of Cyprinus carpio and protect it from different pathogens

Rajendran¹,

Subramani

Michael

2016

Fish & Shellfish Immunology

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Polysaccharides from marine macroalga, Padina gymnospora improve the nonspecific and specific immune responses of Cyprinus carpio and protect it from different pathogens

Rajendran¹,

Subramani

Michael

2016

Fish & Shellfish Immunology

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“…Modern research has revealed that tulsi has anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal activity[ 71 ] that includes activity against many pathogens responsible for human infections. Tulsi has also been shown to boost defenses against infective threats by enhancing immune responses in nonstressed and stressed animals[ 72 73 74 75 76 77 ] and healthy humans. [ 78 ] While no human trials have been published, there is experimental evidence that tulsi may help in the treatment of various human bacterial infections including urinary tract infections,[ 79 ] skin and wound infections,[ 80 ] typhoid fever,[ 81 ] cholera,[ 82 ] tuberculosis,[ 83 ] gonorrhea,[ 84 ] acne,[ 85 ] herpes simplex,[ 86 ] leishmaniasis,[ 87 ] various pneumonias[ 88 ] and fungal infections,[ 89 90 91 92 ] as well as mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue, malaria and filariasis.…”

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“…Tulsi has also been shown to be active against many animal pathogens, and this has led to tulsi being used in animal rearing to reduce infections in cows,[ 96 ] poultry,[ 97 ] goats,[ 98 ] fish[ 76 77 ] and silkworms. [ 99 ] Tulsi's activity against water-borne and food-borne pathogens further suggests that it can be used in the preservation of food stuffs[ 100 101 102 ] and herbal raw materials[ 103 ] as well as for water purification[ 82 ] and as a hand sanitizer.…”

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Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum: A herb for all reasons

Cohen

2014

J Ayurveda Integr Med

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The predominant cause of global morbidity and mortality is lifestyle-related chronic diseases, many of which can be addressed through Ayurveda with its focus on healthy lifestyle practices and regular consumption of adaptogenic herbs. Of all the herbs used within Ayurveda, tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn) is preeminent, and scientific research is now confirming its beneficial effects. There is mounting evidence that tulsi can address physical, chemical, metabolic and psychological stress through a unique combination of pharmacological actions. Tulsi has been found to protect organs and tissues against chemical stress from industrial pollutants and heavy metals, and physical stress from prolonged physical exertion, ischemia, physical restraint and exposure to cold and excessive noise. Tulsi has also been shown to counter metabolic stress through normalization of blood glucose, blood pressure and lipid levels, and psychological stress through positive effects on memory and cognitive function and through its anxiolytic and anti-depressant properties. Tulsi's broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, which includes activity against a range of human and animal pathogens, suggests it can be used as a hand sanitizer, mouthwash and water purifier as well as in animal rearing, wound healing, the preservation of food stuffs and herbal raw materials and traveler's health. Cultivation of tulsi plants has both spiritual and practical significance that connects the grower to the creative powers of nature, and organic cultivation offers solutions for food security, rural poverty, hunger, environmental degradation and climate change. The use of tulsi in daily rituals is a testament to Ayurvedic wisdom and provides an example of ancient knowledge offering solutions to modern problems.

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“…It suggests a synergistic effect at higher inclusion levels that can be attributed to the major components of the plants. It has been reported that the addition of plant extracts into the fish diet can stimulate appetite (38)(39)(40) and increase food intake, which in turn improves growth performance (41). Other researchers have illustrated that combining five different plant extracts improved weight gain in grouper, Ephinephelus tauvina, by 41% higher than the control group (42).…”

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The Synergistic Effects of Combined Use of Mentha longifolia, Thymus carmanicus, and Trachyspermum copticum on Growth Performance, Feed Utilization, and Expression of Key Immune Genes in Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)

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Medicinal plants exhibit remarkable positive effects on different aspects of fish physiology. This study aimed to evaluate the possible impact of a combination of plants (Mentha longifolia, Thymus carmanicus, and Trachyspermum copticum) on growth performance, immune responses and key immune gene expression of rainbow trout. For this purpose, four diets were designed, including zero, 0.25, 0.5, and 1% of a mixture of plants per kg of diet, representing dietary treatments of control, T1, T2, and T3, respectively. Two hundred forty fish (weighing 23.11 ± 0.57 g) were fed 3% of body weight twice a day for 45 days. The results showed that growth parameters of weight gain (except for T1) and FCR were significantly improved in fish receiving all levels of plants, with T3 showing the best growth results. Digestive enzymes activities were notably increased in T1 and T2 compared to the control. Stress biomarkers (glucose and cortisol) were significantly decreased in T1 and T2, while T3 was not significantly different from the control. Immunological responses were significantly improved in T2, while T1 andT3 did not show a statistical difference in terms of lysozyme activity. Catalase activity was noticeably decreased in T1, although superoxide dismutase and malondialdehyde were highest in T2. Immune-related genes were significantly up-regulated in T3 compared to other treatments. Also, antioxidant enzyme coding genes were strongly up-regulated in T2 and T3. Overall, the present results suggest that 1% inclusion of the mixture of M. longifolia, T. carmanicus, and T. copticum (T2) can be used to improve the growth and immunity of rainbow trout.

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Development of Immunity by Extract of Medicinal Plant Ocimum sanctum on Common Carp Cyprinus carpio (L.)

Cited by 30 publications

References 9 publications

Polysaccharides from marine macroalga, Padina gymnospora improve the nonspecific and specific immune responses of Cyprinus carpio and protect it from different pathogens

Polysaccharides from marine macroalga, Padina gymnospora improve the nonspecific and specific immune responses of Cyprinus carpio and protect it from different pathogens

Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum: A herb for all reasons

The Synergistic Effects of Combined Use of Mentha longifolia, Thymus carmanicus, and Trachyspermum copticum on Growth Performance, Feed Utilization, and Expression of Key Immune Genes in Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)

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