O gênero Salvia é o maior da família Lamiaceae e inclui representantes que produzem metabólitos secundários de interesse, como terpenoides e flavonoides, com atividades terapêuticas. The results are very interesting since some of these substances and medicines activate the immune system allowing a natural defense against tumor cells as well as parasites and other infectious agents. Canova was shown to be an effective immunemodulator. The biological model used in our laboratory (cell culture), and microscopy techniques, are suitable to evaluate the mechanisms of action of some phytotherapic as well as homoeopathic products. Nowadays the research in this field is increasing with satisfactory results. Studies that scientifically confirm the effectiveness and the safety of products obtained from Brazilian biodiversity will allow their use as a remedy. However the development of phytotherapeutic agents using the Brazilian huge biodiversity allied to the popular knowledge is not satisfactory yet. Essential oils and ethanol extracts from the leaves and/or roots of medicinal plants are also commonly used. There is no predominance in the use of any specific part of the plant in some cases, the whole plant is employed. In Brazil the population utilizes several plants, commonly prepared by infusion (tea), decoction, juice, bottled brew, and consumption of the plant as food. Its popular culture is particularly rich and the medicinal plants are used non-specifically for fitness and to improve the body function. ![]() ![]() Brazil is one of the countries with the largest biodiversity of the planet.
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