ISSN: 2582 - 9734
Dr. Pooja Sharma, Devyanshi Mulewa, Padmaja Nayudu
CrossRef DOI URL : https://doi.org/10.31426/ijesti.2025.5.9.5711
Butterflies, often referred to as the “beauty of the insect world,” are among the most studied insect groups due to their ecological and economic significance. Belonging to the order Lepidoptera and superfamily Papilionoidea, they serve as vital pollinators and effective bio-indicators of environmental health. Their sensitivity to changes in temperature, humidity, rainfall, and habitat quality makes them reliable indicators of ecosystem stability. However, factors such as habitat destruction, urbanization, pesticide use, and illegal collection have led to a decline in butterfly species richness and abundance across India..
Turmeric in the Management of Oral Submucous Fibrosis – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Preksha Mehta, Dr. Shweta Sharma, Dr. Nitin Dungarwal, Dr. Pulkit Chaturvedi
CrossRef DOI URL : https://doi.org/10.31426/ijesti.2025.5.9.5712
Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSMF) is a chronic, premalignant, fibrotic disorder predominantly affecting the buccal mucosa, strongly linked to betel nut chewing. Numerous therapeutic approaches have been evaluated for its management; however, a safe, economical, and effective treatment remains essential, especially in regions with a high prevalence of the disease. Turmeric, known for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, has demonstrated encouraging outcomes in OSMF management. The objective of this review was to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of turmeric in treating OSMF based on existing literature..
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