1. Introduction to Spices, Sources, and Chemistry
Priti Giri, Deepika Sharma, Ravi Kumar Goswami, Anamika Singh, Pratibha Kumari, Hardeep Singh Tuli, and Tejveer Singh
2. Quantification and Identification Tools of Major Bioactive Moieties in Spices
Vivek Sheel Jaswal, Kusham Lata, Manish Kumar, and Surinder Paul
3. Worldwide Uses of Spices
Ujjawal Sharma, Ambrish Mishra, Praveen Kumar Sahni, Bunty Sharma, and Hardeep Singh Tuli
4. Apoptosis and Autophagy Induction Mechanisms of Spices in Cancer
Attuluri Vamsi Kumar, Vivek Kumar Garg, and Saahil Kumar Sharma
5. Role of Spices in Cancer Cell Cycle Arrest
Shallu Saini, Kanupriya Vashishth, Nidarshana Chaturvedi Parashar, Gaurav Parashar, Seema Ramniwas, Gurpreet Kaur Bhatia, Moyad Shahwan, and Hardeep Singh Tuli
6. Anti-Angiogenic Effects of Spices on Cancer
Neha Atale and Vibha Rani
7. Antimetastatic Action of Spices
Shallu Saini, Hemant Joshi, Seema Ramniwas, Moyad Shahwan, Gurpreet Kaur Bhatia, and Hardeep Singh Tuli
8. Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Potential of Spices, with a Special Focus on Cancer Management – Recent Insights
Dhruv Sanjay Gupta, Rahul Dinkar Shingte, Daksh Sanjay Gupta, Meena Chintamaneni, Ginpreet Kaur, and Hardeep Singh Tuli
9. Synergistic Action of Spices with Chemotherapeutics
Sakshi M. Kothawade, Saurabh Maru, Meena Chintamaneni, Hardeep Singh Tuli, and Ginpreet Kaur
10. Role of Spices in Bioprotection and Clinical Trials: A Review
Mokshi Pathania, Koshika Sharma, Munish Sharma, Gurpreet Kaur, Deepak Sharma, and Sakshi Bhushan
Biography
Hardeep Singh Tuli is an associate professor at the Department of Biotechnology, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana, India. His research interests focus on the isolation, characterization, and biochemical evaluation of natural metabolites as anticancer agents. He has served as a reviewer for several international journals and as a guest editor for Frontiers in Pharmacology. He has more than 10 years of teaching and research experience in pharmacology, mammalian physiology, and natural products. He has published more than 200 papers in peer-reviewed international journals and authored several book chapters. He has edited six international books in the area of cancer biology and chemoprevention. Dr Tuli is an editorial board member of several national and international scientific research journals and is also among the top 2% of highly cited researchers in pharmacology.
“This book provides a scientific exploration of the anticancer properties of common spices, such as laurel, oregano, and thyme. By elucidating the molecular mechanisms and bioactive compounds involved, it offers invaluable insights for researchers and healthcare professionals. This book highlights the therapeutic potential of these natural agents and their promise in advancing future anticancer drug development.”
Prof. Javad Sharifi-Rad
Universidad del Azuay, Ecuador
“This book provides an in-depth scientific exploration of the anticancer properties of spices. It features engaging artwork, language that is accessible to a wide audience, and a well-organized table of contents, making it an appealing resource. The book delves into various crucial aspects of spices, from their chemical composition to the mechanisms through which they may exert their effects, as well as their potential future applications in drug development. By presenting a comprehensive analysis of both current research and future possibilities, the book serves as a valuable resource for readers interested in the medicinal properties of spices.”
Prof. Gautam Sethi
National University of Singapore, Singapore
“This collection provides insights into the anticancer activities of compounds from various spices, highlighting their mechanisms and potential as lead structures for future drug development. The chapters include apoptotic induction, antiangiogenic actions, and synergistic effects with chemotherapy. I believe this book will be a valuable resource for researchers and readers interested in the potential health benefits of spices.”
Prof. Saravanan Muthupandian
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, India
