Acapulco (Cassia alata)
- Used to treat fungal infections
- The leaves are known to be sudorific, diuretic, and purgative which are used to treat intestinal problems and used to get rid of intestinal parasites
- Used to treat bronchitis
- Because of Akapulko’s anti-fungal properties, it is a common ingredient in soaps, shampoos, and lotions in the Philippines.
- Ampalaya contains a mixture of flavanoids and alkaloids make the Pancreas produce more insulin that controls the blood sugar in diabetics.
- Best known to treat diabetes
- Good for rheumatism and gout
- Helps in lowering blood
- Can be used as a cough & fever remedy
- Treatment of intestinal worms, diarrhea
- Is an antioxidant, parasiticide, antibacterial & antipyretic
- Helps prevent some types of cancer
- significant protective action against a fat induced increase in serum cholesterol and plasma fibrinogen and in fibrinolytic activity.
- Used as a carminative, aphrodisiac, expectorant, and stimulant
- Human population studies show that eating garlic regularly reduces the risk of esophageal, stomach, and colon cancer
- Garlic has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal activity, it may work against some intestinal parasites
- Garlic is regarded as one of the most effective remedies to lower blood pressure
- It stimulates peristaltic action and the secretion of the digestive juices
- It is an excellent agent as a worm expeller
- Garlic has also been used successfully for a variety of skin disorders Pimples disappear without scar when rubbed with raw garlic several times a day
- Contains quercetin which is an antioxidant that blocks enzymes that are responsible for building sorbitol, the sugar that forms the cloudy white clusters that cause cataracts
- Rich in folate which helps to fight bad breath that causes gum disease gingivitis.
- Very rich in astringents (compounds those make your gums feel tighter and fresh after you chew guava leaves or eat a raw guava or use some toothpaste) which binds up loose bowels in diarrhea.
- One of richest in vitamin-C and iron which are proven to be preventive against cold and viral infections
- Can help improve your skin texture and avoid skin problems more than the best of beauty creams or skin toner gels can do
- Helps reduce cholesterol in blood and prevents it from thickening, thereby maintaining fluidity of blood and reducing blood pressure.
- Very helpful for those who want to lose weight without compromising with their intake of proteins, vitamins and fiber
- It has been clinically tested and studied to be effective for colds, flu, asthma and chronic bronchitis.
- The seeds are boiled and eaten to prevent the spread of toxins from the poisonous bites of animals
- The flowers are used for diarrhea, cholera and liver disorders.
- The saps from the crushed leaves are used for colds and sore throat.
- Leaf decoction of lagundi are used for wounds, ulcers, treat gastric colic, flatulence and it can also help those lactating mothers to produce more milk for their babies.
- It is effective in the elimination of intestinal worms, particularly the Ascaris and Trichina
- Only the dried matured seeds are medicinal -crack and ingest the dried seeds two hours after eating (5 to 7 seeds for children & 8 to 10 seeds for adults). If one dose does not eliminate the worms, wait a week before repeating the dose.
- Sambong is known for its remarkable treatment for kidney stones or nephrolithiases, urolithiases, a diuretic and other diseases
- Leaves of sambong can be infused and used as a substitute for tea and also used for colds
- Can also be used for heart diseases and hypertension
- It is also high in essential oils and contains considerable amounts of camphor oil
- Used for stomach pain
- Effective for gastroenteritis
- Used as mouth gargle since the leaves of this plant has high flouride content
- Also used as body cleanser and body wash
Yerba Buena (Clinopodium douglasii)
- It is an aromatic plant used as herbal medicine worldwide.
- Has been consumed as tea and herbal medicine as a pain reliever
- Effective alternative medicine for aches and pain
- Effective for minor ailments such as headaches, toothaches and joint pains
- Used as mouthwash
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