EC Nutrition

Plant seeds have been used for thousands of years for their nutritional, medicinal, and culinary benefits. Contemporary medical research is investigating plant seeds' therapeutic potential for improving and treating human diseases.

Plant seeds contain bioactive components such as phytochemicals, polyphenols, and lignans, which express antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antibacterial effects. They are being studied for their potential to treat various medical afflictions, including hyperglycemia and diabetes, respiratory and cardiovascular disorders, and eye and skin disorders. Clinical trials are investigating the therapeutic value of various plant seeds-based drugs to act on inflammation, cancer, infectious diseases, and autoimmune disorders. Plant seed extracts have also been found to exhibit antitumor effects.

However, limitations and challenges exist for using plant seeds in medical care. Standardization in seed preparation is crucial to ensure safety and efficacy. The lack of awareness of appropriate dosages for treatment and lack of quality control in production raise concerns about adverse health outcomes with their use. Regulatory challenges remain to incorporate plant seeds-based treatments in medical care and develop practical and comprehensive guidelines for their use. Clinical studies remain limited regarding the therapeutic potential of plant seeds.

Also noted in this paper is plant seeds' potential as an alternative to synthetic pharmaceuticals. Their natural availability makes them a promising source for developing low-cost treatment options and improving quality of life (QoL).

 Keywords: Antioxidant; Bioactive Compounds; Healing; Hyperlipidemia; Micronutrients; Plant-Based Treatments

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