Studies on the Antimicrobial Effects of Some Plant Materials Against Human Pathogenic Microorganisms

Abstract

Health and microbial existence, both are considered two edges of a continuum in which one edge represents a severe, disabling, life threatening infection with its corresponding foremost consequence on the physical and emotional well-being. On the other edge is ideal high-quality healthiness defined as a state of complete physical and mental well-being. Pathogenic organisms represent major threats to human health and well-being. Many of these microbes are treacherous for youngsters, frail elderly, immune-compromised or seriously sick individuals, as well as patients with particular physiological or dermatological disorders. In 2009, India ranked 134th among 182 countries in the Human Development Index (a composite measure of health, education and living standards) because of underinvestment in health and education, which are the major components of human development. newline newlineIn recent scenario there many variations to divert from synthetic to herbal medicine, as a boon gift of nature. Medicinal plants have been known for millennia and are highly valued all globally as a rich source of therapeutic agents for the prevention of diseases and ailments. The search for undying health and prolonged existence and for remedies to relieve pain drove human beings to explore immediate natural surroundings and led to the use of many plants and the development of a variety of therapeutic agents. newlineThe worth of medicinal plants and traditional health systems in resolving the healthcare globally is gaining lot of attention. Because of this resurrection of interest, the research on plants having bioactive compounds is growing phenomenally at global level, often to the disadvantage to natural habitat. Most of the developing countries have acquired traditional medical practice as an integral part of their system. newline newline