This book on Cardioprotective Natural Products: Promises and Hopes,
edited by Professor Goutam Brahmachari, is a relevant and thorough book
that uniquely discusses recent research advances in the discovery and
development of cardiovascular natural products for the treatment of
cardiovascular diseases. Each of the eight technical chapters of this book
discusses recent advances of natural products with cardioprotective
promise.These advances include naturally occurring matrix metalloproteinase
(MMPs) inhibitors, phytochemicals, antioxidants, dietary
supplements and other plant-based medicinal products. Also, examples of
promising cardioprotective lead compounds to treat specific types of
cardiovascular diseases are discussed.