Phytochemical Screening, Nutrients Analysis and Antioxidant Activities of Nannari Root (Hemidesmus indicus)

Hemidesmus indicus belongs to the Apocynaceae is a twining shrub, slender, laticiferous, and is distributed widely in the Indian subcontinent has national and international Pharmacopoeia.The drink prepared from roots is locally called nannari or sarsaparilla and provides a cooling sensation, improve appetite, and purify the blood. Present study was carried out for phytochemical screening, nutrients analysis and antioxidant studies of nannari root (Hemidesmus indicus). The findings underscore the promising properties of the Hemidesmus indicus. The roots are potential source of phytochemicals and articulated potential antioxidant properties. The observed nutritional profile, including adequate moisture, ash, and fiber content, further enhances its suitability for medicinal and nutraceutical applications. Aqueous extracts consistently outperformed juice and chloroform extracts across various assays, including DPPH radical scavenging, total antioxidant capacity, catalase and peroxidase activity, and anti-inflammatory tests. The extract’s ability to inhibit protein denaturation and stabilize lysosomal membranes supports its use in inflammation management.