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Enhancing the value of sri lanka’s herbal and mineral medicine for global competitiveness
Priyani Paranagama Department of Chemistry, University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka E-mail: priyani@kln.ac.lk
Sri Lanka, rich in biodiversity and traditional knowledge, has a long history of producing indigenous herbal and mineral medicines, widely used for managing non-communicable diseases. With growing global demand, enhancing the quality, efficacy, and market appeal of these products is essential for competitiveness in modern healthcare and wellness industries. This study explores innovative value- addition strategies to improve bioactivity, stability, and consumer acceptance. Key approaches include optimizing extraction techniques to preserve bioactive compounds, integrating advanced delivery systems for better bioavailability, and adopting sustainable formulations to meet eco-conscious consumer trends. Ensuring quality through standardized testing and certification enhances product reliability and consumer trust. Furthermore, the study highlights the importance of quality assurance through standardized testing, certification, and adherence to international safety regulations. Integrating modern analytical techniques, such as NMR, HPLC, GC-MS, and FTIR, ensures product consistency and authenticity. Collaboration between traditional knowledge holders, researchers, and industry stakeholders is crucial in developing high-value herbal products that align with contemporary healthcare needs while preserving Sri Lanka’s rich medicinal heritage. The findings provide a strategic roadmap for advancing the herbal product industry, ensuring long-term sustainability and expanding its global reach. Key words: Herbs, minerals, bioactivity, traditional knowledge References 1. Yashodha Jayasundara, Nimashi Herath, Anupama Buddhipala, Mithila D. Bandara, Lalith Jayasinghe, Renuka Attanayake, Dinum Perera, Priyani Paranagama (2025) Nutritional Composition and Bioactive Properties of Salicornia brachiata: A Comparison of Drying Methods Natural Product Communications 20(1): 1–13. 2. Lakmal Gonawala, Maheehsa Madhumaali, Hanouf Ismail, Nishara Jayasooriya, Nalaka Wijekoon, Shanuk Rajapakshe, Harshanie Erangika, Dhammika Amaratunga, Rajitha Gunaratna, Harry W.M. Steinbusch, Chandra Mohan, Yu-Chung Chiang, Priyani Paranagama & K. Ranil D. de Silva (2025) Phytochemistry and nutraceutical potential of Ceylon Cinnamomum species native to Sri Lanka, Natural Product Research, https://doi.org/10.1080/14786419.2024.2438269 3. Udyanee Jayaweera, Naveen Kumar Hawala, Shivashekaregowda, Sajeewa K. M. K. Herapathdeniya, Priyani Ashoka Paranagama (2024) Ethnopharmacological uses, phytochemistry, pharmacological activities and toxicity of Justicia adhatoda L.: a review, Discover Plants, https://doi.org/10.1007/s44372-024-00042-x 4. Jayawantha D, Hettigoda L, Mudalige TD, Paranagama PA (2024) Exploring the Bioactivity of Siddhalepa Asamodagam Spirit from Seeds of Trachyspermum roxburghianum (DC.) H. Wolff. Natural Product Communications. 2024;19(8): 1–15. DOI: 10.1177/1934578X241271629 5. Paranagama et al., (2024) Integrated health potential of Rajata Bhasma: investigating its bioactivity as a multi-target therapeutic agent, World Ayurveda Congress, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India.
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